Color label printers for on-demand product labeling, short-run packaging, and batch production, from LabelBasic.com. We stock Epson ColorWorks and Primera LX series printers alongside matching ink cartridges and label rolls so you can source everything from one place.

Epson ColorWorks color label printers

The Epson ColorWorks line covers desktop to near-production speeds. The TM-C3500 and CW-C6000A are 4″ printers suited to small and medium label runs. The CW-C6500A (auto cutter) and CW-C6500P (peeler) handle 8″-wide label stock for larger formats. The CW-C8000 is Epson’s high-output model, printing at up to 11.8 inches per second for continuous production environments. All ColorWorks models use a CMYK pigment ink system with individual color cartridges and a maintenance box. Browse Epson ColorWorks printers and ink.

Primera LX series color label printers

Primera’s LX line is designed for short-run and on-demand product labeling. The LX610 is Primera’s most popular compact model with a 4″ print width and support for both dye and pigment ink. The LX910 handles wider stock up to 8.5″. The LX2000 is Primera’s pigment-ink production model, suited to chemical, outdoor, and compliance labels that need water and UV resistance. All LX printers use model-specific cartridges available from LabelBasic.com. Browse Primera LX printers and ink.

Choosing the right color label printer

The key variables are print width (4″ for most product labels, 8″ for larger formats), ink type (dye for vivid indoor and short-life labels, pigment for outdoor, chemical, and compliance use), print speed (desktop vs production throughput), and total cost including ink and label media. Contact our team for a recommendation matched to your label size, monthly volume, and substrate.

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What to Consider When Buying a Color Label Printer

In order to get the right color label printer for your business, we often suggest that our clients consider the following 10 questions when picking and choosing a printer. How you answer it will vary based on your business needs.

  • Does it take separate color cartridges or are the multi color?
  • Does it take different width tape cartridges?
  • Is the screen easy to read and are the options easy to understand?
  • Does the label machine require a lot of maintenance?
  • What is the printing duration for printing over 100 labels?
  • Is it easy to use and have a good sized keyboard?
  • Can it handle a big enough workload for the amount of labels you need?
  • What type of chemicals are used to make the labels?
  • Is the label adhesive easily removable once applied? Does the adhesive have good shelf life?
  • Does the label maker come with a good warranty and helpful customer support?

Once you begin to sort through these questions with the label printers you are looking for, you’ll efficiently be able to eliminate the ones that aren’t right for business, and instead find the perfect color label printer.

How to Find the Right Color Label Printer For Your Business

Purchasing a colour label printer for your business or product can be overwhelming. It's important you buy the right kind of printer, otherwise, you may end up with an obsolete printer or a printer that may end up costing you more in the long run. Here are some tips to consider before purchasing a label printer.

Figure out how much you will be printing

There are many different types of printers available on the market. Color Label printers have different specifications and features at different price points. It's important to factor when to upgrade your next color label printer. You wouldn't buy an entry-level printer if you are printing 100,000 labels a month, and conversely, you wouldn't get a high volume label printer if you are only using a couple hundred.

Determine the quality and quantity of label’s you will need

If you’re going to be printing large volumes of product labels, you may want to invest in a high-end printer with higher print resolutions. For smaller printing projects, an entry-level label printer would be better suited for your needs. Depending on the size of your project, the majority of your costs will be ink cartridges and label rolls.

Understand the general size specifications for your labels

Certain label printers have a maximum print width, so larger labels will require labels with wider compatibility. Printers with specific print technology work best with specific material type. Pigment ink-based printers work best with matte labels, while dye-based ink works best with high gloss labels.

Finding the Right Company to Purchase a Color Label Printer From

Instead of looking around at a bunch of different websites and struggling to make the right choice, we can make it easy for you. At LabelBasic we have colour label printers from all the leading brands on the market including Epson and Primera. Whether you are a small business looking for your first printer or looking to scale and upgrade an existing colour label printer, we are here to help. Our sales team is here to help with any questions you have. Call us at 1-888-225-0986.