Honeywell PC42t vs TSC TTP-286MT
Side-by-side comparison of barcode printers specs, hardware, and features to help you pick the right one for your use case.
Affordable 4-inch desktop thermal transfer printer, supports multiple label language emulations, ideal for low to medium volume printing.
8-inch ultra-wide industrial printer, ideal for GHS chemical labels, large compliance labels and wide logistics labels.
Which one should you pick?
Both Honeywell PC42t and TSC TTP-286MT are proven barcode printers options sold through JUNJI as an authorized distributor. Honeywell PC42t suits users who prioritize premium durability and industry certifications. TSC TTP-286MT is a better fit for lower-cost rollouts with fast part availability. Request a quote and we'll match you to the exact configuration for your workflow.
Full spec comparison
| Specification | Honeywell PC42t | TSC TTP-286MT |
|---|---|---|
| Print Method | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer |
| Resolution | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) |
| Print Speed | 4 ips | 152 mm/s (6 ips) |
| Print Width | Max 104.1 mm (4.1") | 216 mm (8.5") |
| Memory | 64 MB DRAM / 64 MB Flash | 256 MB SDRAM / 512 MB Flash (SD card expandable to 32 GB) |
| Sensors | Gap sensor + black mark sensor + print head open sensor | — |
| Media Types | Roll or folding sheet: label/tag/continuous/die-cut (thermal or thermal transfer) | Continuous paper / die-cut label / folding / hang tag / notch / black mark / punched |
| Media Width | 25.4 – 110 mm (1 – 4.3") | Max 241.3 mm (9.5") |
| Media Roll OD | Max 127 mm (5") | Max 208.3 mm (8.2") |
| Media Core | 25.4 mm (1") | 76.2 mm (3") |
| Ribbon Length | Up to 300 m (984 ft) | Max 600 m |
| Ribbon Width | Max 109.2 mm (4.3") | 109.2 – 254 mm (4.3" – 10") |
| Ribbon Core | 12.7 / 25.4 mm (0.5" / 1"), supports dual-axis switching | — |
| Interface | Standard USB 2.0 + USB Host; optional RS-232 Serial or Serial + Ethernet | Ethernet + USB 2.0 + USB Host + Parallel + RS-232 Serial; optional Bluetooth |
| Programming Language | Direct Protocol (DP) / ESim (EPL) / ZSim (ZPL II) / DPL | TSPL-EZD (compatible with Line Mode, Eltron, Zebra) |
| Power | External transformer 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz, output 24 VDC 2.5 A | — |
| Weight | 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs) | — |
| Dimensions | 297 × 226 × 177 mm (11.7 × 8.9 × 7.0") | — |
| Max Print Length | — | 11,430 mm (450") |
| CPU | — | 536 MHz 32-bit RISC |
| Display | — | 4.3" color touch LCD + 6 buttons |
| Construction | — | Fully die-cast aluminum alloy frame, central reference media processing mechanism |
| Options | — | Guillotine Cutter/Heavy Duty Cutter (Full Cut) |
Differences highlighted. Data source: JUNJI product catalog (23 spec rows compared).