TSC T4204 / T4304 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.
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.
8-inch ultra-wide industrial printer, ideal for GHS chemical labels, large compliance labels and wide logistics labels.
Which one should you pick?
Both TSC T4204 / T4304 and TSC TTP-286MT are proven barcode printers options sold through JUNJI as an authorized distributor. TSC T4204 / T4304 suits users who prioritize cost efficiency and Taiwan-local support. 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 | TSC T4204 / T4304 | TSC TTP-286MT |
|---|---|---|
| Print Method | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer |
| Resolution | T4204: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm); T4304: 300 dpi (12 dots/mm) | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) |
| Print Speed | T4204: 305 mm/s (12 ips) @ 203 dpi; T4304: 203 mm/s (8 ips) @ 300 dpi | 152 mm/s (6 ips) |
| Print Width | 104 mm (4.1") | 216 mm (8.5") |
| Min Label Length | 6.35 mm (0.25") continuous paper; 25.4 mm (1") tear/peel/cutter | — |
| Memory | 128 MB DDR3 RAM / 128 MB Flash (SD card expandable to 32 GB) | 256 MB SDRAM / 512 MB Flash (SD card expandable to 32 GB) |
| Media Types | Continuous paper / die-cut label / folding, supports metal tag thickness up to 1.2 mm | Continuous paper / die-cut label / folding / hang tag / notch / black mark / punched |
| Media Width | Max 120 mm (4.72") | Max 241.3 mm (9.5") |
| Media Roll OD | Max 203.2 mm (8") | Max 208.3 mm (8.2") |
| Media Core | 25.4 / 76.2 mm (1" / 3") | 76.2 mm (3") |
| Ribbon Length | Max 450 m | Max 600 m |
| Ribbon Width | Max 110 mm (4.3") | 109.2 – 254 mm (4.3" – 10") |
| Interface | 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 | Ethernet + USB 2.0 + USB Host + Parallel + RS-232 Serial; optional Bluetooth |
| Programming Language | Supports 9 competitive printer language simulations (including TSPL, PGL, ZPL, etc.) | TSPL-EZD (compatible with Line Mode, Eltron, Zebra) |
| Display | 3.5" color LCD + 9 buttons | 4.3" color touch LCD + 6 buttons |
| Construction | bi-fold side panel | Fully die-cast aluminum alloy frame, central reference media processing mechanism |
| MTBF | Up to 12,000 hours | — |
| Operating Temp | 0 – 40°C | — |
| Max Print Length | — | 11,430 mm (450") |
| CPU | — | 536 MHz 32-bit RISC |
| Options | — | Guillotine Cutter/Heavy Duty Cutter (Full Cut) |
Differences highlighted. Data source: JUNJI product catalog (21 spec rows compared).