TSC MH241 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.
High-performance 4-inch industrial printer, up to 356 mm/s print speed, interchangeable 203/300/600 dpi printheads, ideal for medium to large production lines.
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 TSC MH241 and TSC T4204 / T4304 are proven barcode printers options sold through JUNJI as an authorized distributor. TSC MH241 suits users who prioritize cost efficiency and Taiwan-local support. 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 | TSC MH241 | TSC T4204 / T4304 |
|---|---|---|
| Print Method | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer |
| Resolution | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) | T4204: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm); T4304: 300 dpi (12 dots/mm) |
| Print Speed | 356 mm/s (14 ips) | T4204: 305 mm/s (12 ips) @ 203 dpi; T4304: 203 mm/s (8 ips) @ 300 dpi |
| Print Width | 104 mm (4.09") | 104 mm (4.1") |
| Max Print Length | 25,400 mm (1,000") | — |
| CPU | 536 MHz 32-bit RISC | — |
| Memory | 256 MB SDRAM / 512 MB Flash (microSD expandable to 32 GB) | 128 MB DDR3 RAM / 128 MB Flash (SD card expandable to 32 GB) |
| Sensors | Gap | — |
| Media Types | Continuous paper/die-cut label/black label/folding/notch/punch/hang tag/wash label | Continuous paper / die-cut label / folding, supports metal tag thickness up to 1.2 mm |
| Media Width | 20 – 114 mm (0.79" – 4.5") | Max 120 mm (4.72") |
| Media Roll OD | Max 203.2 mm (8") | Max 203.2 mm (8") |
| Media Core | 38.1 / 76.2 mm (1.5" / 3") | 25.4 / 76.2 mm (1" / 3") |
| Ribbon Length | Max 600 m | Max 450 m |
| Ribbon Width | 25.4 – 114.3 mm (1" – 4.5") | Max 110 mm (4.3") |
| Interface | USB 2.0 + Dual USB Host + RS-232 + Ethernet 10/100; optional Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac + Bluetooth 5.0 / GPIO (DB15F) + Parallel | 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 | TSPL-EZD (compatible with EPL, ZPL/ZPL II, DPL) | Supports 9 competitive printer language simulations (including TSPL, PGL, ZPL, etc.) |
| Display | 3.5" color LCD (320×240) + 6 buttons | 3.5" color LCD + 9 buttons |
| Construction | Aluminum alloy injection molded metal casing, die-cast aluminum printing mechanism, large transparent observation window | bi-fold side panel |
| Certification | ENERGY STAR | — |
| Dimensions | 276 (W) × 326 (H) × 502 (D) mm | — |
| Weight | 15.60 kg (34.39 lbs) | — |
| Min Label Length | — | 6.35 mm (0.25") continuous paper; 25.4 mm (1") tear/peel/cutter |
| MTBF | — | Up to 12,000 hours |
| Operating Temp | — | 0 – 40°C |
Differences highlighted. Data source: JUNJI product catalog (24 spec rows compared).