Honeywell PC43t vs TSC T4204 / T4304
Side-by-side comparison of barcode printers specs, hardware, and features to help you pick the right one for your use case.
Advanced 4-inch desktop thermal transfer printer, supports 0.5-inch and 1-inch ribbon cores, LCD touchscreen operation.
The T4000 is an entry-level, streamlined thermal barcode printer with enterprise-grade productivity and flexible features for high-tech environments. The most labor-saving and affordable industrial printer, capable of printing 5,000 labels per day at 10 ips.
Which one should you pick?
Both Honeywell PC43t and TSC T4204 / T4304 are proven barcode printers options sold through JUNJI as an authorized distributor. Honeywell PC43t suits users who prioritize premium durability and industry certifications. TSC T4204 / T4304 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 PC43t | TSC T4204 / T4304 |
|---|---|---|
| Print Method | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer |
| Resolution | 8 dots/mm / 12 dots/mm | T4204: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm); T4304: 300 dpi (12 dots/mm) |
| Print Speed | 8 ips / 6 ips | T4204: 305 mm/s (12 ips) @ 203 dpi; T4304: 203 mm/s (8 ips) @ 300 dpi |
| Print Width | 203 dpi: up to 104 mm (4.1"); 300 dpi: up to 106 mm (4.2") | 104 mm (4.1") |
| Memory | 128 MB RAM / 128 MB Flash | 128 MB DDR3 RAM / 128 MB Flash (SD card expandable to 32 GB) |
| Sensors | Reflective (black mark) + transmissive (spacing) + print head open + ribbon sensor | — |
| Media Types | Roll or folding sheet: label/tag/die-cut/continuous/black mark (thermal or thermal transfer) | Continuous paper / die-cut label / folding, supports metal tag thickness up to 1.2 mm |
| Media Width | Max 118 mm (4.65") | Max 120 mm (4.72") |
| Media Roll OD | Max 127 mm (5") | Max 203.2 mm (8") |
| Media Core | 38 / 40 / 76 mm (1.5" / 1.57" / 3") | 25.4 / 76.2 mm (1" / 3") |
| Ribbon Length | Up to 300 m (984 ft) | Max 450 m |
| Ribbon Width | Max 110 mm (4.33") | Max 110 mm (4.3") |
| Ribbon Core | 12.7 / 25.4 mm (0.5" / 1") | — |
| Interface | Standard USB 2.0 + USB Host; optional 10/100 Ethernet + RS-232 Serial + parallel port + Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n + Bluetooth 2.1 | USB 2.0 Device + USB 2.0 Host + RS-232 Serial + Ethernet; optional Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Programming Language | Direct Protocol (DP) / Fingerprint / IPL / DSim (DPL) / ESim (EPL) / ZSim2 (ZPL II) | Supports 9 competitive printer language simulations (including TSPL, PGL, ZPL, etc.) |
| Display | Graphical LED interface or optional color LCD (supports 10 language menus) | 3.5" color LCD + 9 buttons |
| Power | External transformer 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz | — |
| Weight | 2.7 kg (5.9 lbs) | — |
| Dimensions | 281 × 227 × 182 mm (11.1 × 8.9 × 7.2") | — |
| Min Label Length | — | 6.35 mm (0.25") continuous paper; 25.4 mm (1") tear/peel/cutter |
| Construction | — | bi-fold side panel |
| MTBF | — | Up to 12,000 hours |
| Operating Temp | — | 0 – 40°C |
Differences highlighted. Data source: JUNJI product catalog (23 spec rows compared).