Genuine Brother DK2243 Continuous Length Paper Labels - 4" Width - Direct Thermal - White - 1 Box
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Product Features
Product Overview
The Brother DK2243 is a continuous length paper label designed for direct thermal printing. This genuine Brother consumable delivers reliable performance for a wide range of labeling applications, from shipping and addressing to product identification and organization.
Each box contains labels with a 4-inch width, providing ample space for clear, legible text and barcodes. The white paper material ensures high contrast for thermal printing, resulting in sharp, durable impressions that resist smudging and fading under normal handling conditions.
Relevant factors for this section include Label Width, Print Technology, Color Family, Product Color. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Technical Overview
These labels utilize direct thermal printing technology, which eliminates the need for ink, toner, or ribbons. The printhead applies heat directly to the thermal-sensitive paper, creating crisp black images and text without any moving consumables beyond the label media itself.
The 4-inch width (101.60 mm) accommodates standard label formats while the continuous length design allows for flexible label sizing during printing. The paper construction is optimized for thermal responsiveness, ensuring consistent print quality across compatible Brother label printers.
Relevant factors for this section include Label Width, Print Technology, Color Family, Product Color. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
The DK2243 labels offer several practical benefits for business labeling operations. Their compatibility with multiple Brother QL-series printers makes them a versatile supply choice for environments using different printer models.
Simplified Printing Process
Direct thermal technology means no ink cartridges, toner, or ribbons to replace or maintain. This reduces consumable inventory and eliminates ribbon jams or alignment issues common with other printing methods.
- No ink or toner required
- Eliminates ribbon handling
- Reduces consumable complexity
Broad Application Support
The 4-inch width and continuous length format support diverse labeling needs including shipping labels, package identification, inventory tracking, and organizational labeling across retail, warehouse, and office environments.
- Shipping and addressing
- Product identification
- Inventory management
Deployment / Use Cases
These continuous length paper labels are ideal for businesses requiring efficient, on-demand labeling capabilities. The direct thermal printing method provides quick, clean impressions without the maintenance overhead of traditional printing systems.
Retail operations can use them for price labeling and shelf organization, while shipping departments benefit from reliable address labels that withstand handling. Office environments find them useful for file organization, mail routing, and asset tracking where clear, temporary-to-semi-permanent labels are needed.
Retail & Inventory Management
Create price labels, shelf tags, and product identification markers that remain legible throughout the product lifecycle. The white background provides excellent contrast for barcodes and product information.
Shipping & Logistics Operations
Generate shipping labels, packing slips, and tracking labels that maintain readability during transit. The paper material offers sufficient durability for standard shipping conditions without special handling requirements.
Highlights
- 4-inch width (101.60 mm) for standard label formats
- Direct thermal printing technology - no ink, toner, or ribbons required
- White paper material for high contrast thermal impressions
- Compatible with Brother QL-1050, QL-500, QL-550, and QL-650TD label printers
- Continuous length design allows flexible label sizing
- Ideal for shipping, addressing, product identification, and organizational labeling
- Genuine Brother consumable for reliable performance
- Packaged as 1 box for convenient storage and inventory management
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Brother Industries, Ltd |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DK2243 |
| Brand Name | Brother |
| Product Name | DK2243 Continuous Length Paper Labels |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Box |
| Product Type | Multipurpose Label |
| Product Information | |
| Label Width | 4" (101.60 mm) |
| Print Technology | Direct Thermal |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | White |
| Product Color | White |
| Product Material | Paper |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Brother Label Printers: QL-1050 QL-500 QL-550 QL-650TD |
| Recycled | No |
| Country of Origin | China |
FAQ
What printers are compatible with the Brother DK2243 labels?
The DK2243 labels are compatible with Brother QL-series label printers including the QL-1050, QL-500, QL-550, and QL-650TD models. These labels are specifically designed for Brother's direct thermal printing technology and will not work with inkjet, laser, or other thermal transfer printers.
What is direct thermal printing and how does it work with these labels?
Direct thermal printing uses heat from the printer's thermal printhead to create images on specially coated paper. The Brother DK2243 labels have a thermal-sensitive coating that turns black when heated, producing crisp text and barcodes without requiring ink, toner, or ribbons. This technology simplifies the printing process and reduces consumable costs.
What are the dimensions of these labels?
The labels have a width of 4 inches (101.60 mm) and come in continuous length format. The continuous length design allows you to print labels of varying lengths based on your content needs, while the 4-inch width accommodates standard label formats commonly used for shipping, addressing, and product identification.
What color are these labels and what material are they made from?
The DK2243 labels are white in color and made from paper material specifically formulated for direct thermal printing. The white background provides excellent contrast for the black thermal impressions, ensuring high readability for text, barcodes, and other printed elements.
How many labels come in one box?
The DK2243 is packaged as 1 box of continuous length paper labels. The continuous length format means the labels come on a roll without pre-cut individual labels, allowing for flexible label length during printing operations based on your specific content requirements.
What types of applications are these labels suitable for?
These continuous length paper labels are designed for a wide range of business labeling applications including shipping labels, package addressing, product identification, inventory tracking, price labeling, file organization, and asset management. The 4-inch width and direct thermal printing capability make them versatile for retail, warehouse, office, and logistics environments.
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