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QL-300

Four- or Five-Color, Toner-Based Label Printer

CMYK or CMYK+W

The QL-300 is the world’s first CMYK+White toner-based tabletop label printer that enables brand owners to create high-quality labels with the utmost durability, ensure a competitive cost of ownership, and set their brand apart with vibrant, impactful product labels. Also available in 4 color CMYK for applications not requiring white ink/toner.

Unique ability to print in white allows direct printing on a wide range of colored or transparent materials for excellent readability.

Prints highly UV-and scratch-resistant labels that can withstand the challenging demands of harsh labeling applications.

Labels are produced at speeds up to 6 ips (152 mm/s) and in widths of up to 5 inches (126 mm), allowing a wide variety of shapes and colors.

Printing with white makes it possible to create impactful product labels, giving your brand the opportunity to establish a unique and attention-grabbing identity.

Key Features

Economical toner cartridge replacements and consumables deliver stunning labels at a low total cost of ownership

Clear access to all printer supplies simplifies replacements.

Integral 8” diameter label supply allows for quick changeover and efficient label production.

Five-Color (CMYK_W) or Four-Color (CMYK) capability allow you to disable white toner when not required

Rugged, purpose-built design provides years of service in your demanding production environment.

Optimized media path combined with integral automatic cutter for print jobs of any size without label waste.

Intuitive user-interface manages label printing, printer, and supplies status.

What Makes It Different?

The ultra-white toner option used in the QL-300 allows colors (CMYK) to be accurately printed and visualized by the human eye. White allows printing onto transparent and colored substrates. Additionally, advanced label designs can be achieved, including gradations of colors and white, as well as spot UV sheen or varnished appearance when printing black dark-colored materials.

GHS/BS5609 Compliant

Key Print Attributes

High-resolution 1200 x 1200 dpi and color image processing for realistic photographic image quality

Ultra-fine toner results in precise text and line formation, as well as highly accurate and scannable barcodes

Designed to print on a wide variety of uncoated paper and synthetic materials for a broad spectrum of labeling applications

Precise media handling and layering control of CMYK+W toner delivers exceptional gradients and special printing effects

See It in Action

Introducing the QL-300

Introducing the QL-300
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An in-depth demonstration of the QL-300

An in-depth demonstration of the QL-300
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Introducing the MR-301

Introducing the MR-301
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Testimonial: Lakrids by Bülow

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Testimonial: Weingut Schäfer-Zimmermann

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Testimonial: Domaine De Baudry

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Testimonial: Label One

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We will send you free label samples so you can see firsthand how our colorfast labels can help promote your products.

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Operation:

  • Ink Type: Toner, (4 or 5) individual CMYK or W cartridges
  • Print Resolution: 1200 x 1200 dpi
  • Print Speed: 6 ips (152 mm/sec), 4 ips (102 mm/sec) or 2.3 ips (58 mm/sec)
  • Print Area*: Width: 0.83” (21.2 mm) – 4.95” (125.8 mm); Length: 0.33” (8.5 mm) – 51.8” (1317 mm)
    *Print mode dependent
  • Media Sensing: Gap, Reflective (black mark), Continuous
  • Connectivity: High-Speed USB 2.0; Gigabit Ethernet; Built-in web server
  • Software: Microsoft Windows® 11, 10, 8.1; Windows Server® 2019, 2016, 2012, 64/32-bit PCL Driver
    CQL Pro software (included) or NiceLabel® software (optional)

Printing Supplies:

  • Toner Cartridges: QL-300 CMYKW toner cartridges
  • Transfer Belt: Extended-life, provides indirect image transfer of toner onto media
  • Fuser Unit: Extended-life, provides heat to fuse and fix toner to media
  • Waste Toner Box: Collects excess toner from transfer belt
  • Ink Type: High performance, dry toner designed to produce vibrant color and durability when combined with QuickLabel approved media

Media Dimensions:

  • Thickness: 3.0 mil (0.076 mm) – 9.8 mil (0.25 mm)
  • Roll Size: 8″ OD (203 mm), 3″ ID (76 mm) core
  • Types: Matte, semi-gloss, high gloss papers and synthetics as well as tag stocks and other specialty labels

Environmental & Physical:

  • Printer Operating: 50º F to 86º F (10º C to 30º C), 20% to 70% Relative Humidity (non-condensing)
  • Power Requirements: 110-127VAC, 60Hz or 220-230VAC, 50Hz
  • Power Consumption: 710W (average), 1200W (peak)
  • Dimensions: 41.3” L x 13.4” W x 17.8” H (1049 mm x 341 mm x 451 mm)
  • Weight: 136 lbs. (62 Kg) with supplies; 183 lbs. (83 Kg) shipping