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Brother P-Touch, PT1230PC, PC-Connectable Label Maker, No Software Needed, Four Different Label Widths, Compact Design, White/Gray

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PT1230PC Labeler

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  • Easy - Fast - Secure!
  • Easy to Use - No software installation required
  • Prints on four different label widths, up to ½” wide (laminated)
  • Prints multiple lines of text and graphics
  • Compact, with built-in manual cutter
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Customer Ratings
Easy to use
4.7
3.9
4.0
3.2
4.6
3.1
Print Quality
4.3
5.0
4.0
4.6
4.1
Easy to remove
4.0
3.5
4.5
Value for money
3.9
4.5
4.5
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printer output
Monochrome
Monochrome
Color
Color
Monochrome
Monochrome
printer technology
Thermal
Thermal
Label Maker
Label Maker
Thermal
Thermal
print media type
labels
labels
labels
labels
labels
fabric, labels
max input sheets
200
30
1
1
1
connectivity tech
USB
wired
Wireless
Wireless
USB, wireless
USB
compatible devices
PC
PC
Smartphones
Smartphones
Smartphones, PC
PC
memory capacity
64 MB
512 MB
64 MB
1 GB
64 MB

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  • User's Guide, USB cable, TZ tape (1/2" Black on White Laminated Starter Tape)
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    Product Description

    Product Description

    Great for labeling file folders, storage containers, and much more, the PT-1230PC is an easy-to-use PC-connectable label maker. It’s intuitive, “pop-up” label making program, requires no software installation. Conveniently design durable, laminated labels up to ½” wide using your PC keyboard and monitor. Prints exactly what you see on your screen! Capable of printing multiple lines of text, graphics, and all True Type resident fonts. Its compact footprint and built-in manual cutter supports maximum efficiency. Supports PC USB Connectivity. Includes 1/2” (5m) black on white “TZ” laminated tape, and USB cable. Uses 6 "AAA" batteries or AD-24 adapter (not included).

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    The Brother P-Touch PT-1230PC PC-Connectable Label Printer features a simple plug-in design to make it easier than ever to print labels without the need to download any software. This compact, PC-compatible label printer has all of the required software built right in, which makes it a breeze to print labels from any PC quickly and easily.

    Create Professional-looking Labels Quickly
    It's never been easier to print high-quality labels and barcodes than it is with the Brother PT-1230PC. The P-touch Editor Lite software is built directly into the printer, so there's no software to install on your computer. Print graphics and text exactly how it appears on your monitor, and the PT-1230PC supports all True Type/Scalable fonts available on your PC.

    The printer is compatible with four different label widths up to 1/2-inch wide, and you can use TZ laminated tape for both indoor and outdoor use. The built-in manual cutter makes it easy to get perfect cuts each and every time.

    Simple Installation
    Installing the Brother PT-1230PC label printer is as simple as connecting the included USB cable to any Windows-based computer. The printer also requires 6 AAA batteries or the AD-24 adapter (not included).

    Easy Label Printing On-the-Go
    Because of the PT-1230PC's compact stature and built-in software, it makes it easier than ever to print while on-the-go from anywhere there's access to a Windows-based computer. Keep sensitive prints secure while traveling since no software is left behind on the computer.

    Upgradeable Software for Added Functionality
    For added features and functionality, you can download Brother's full version P-touch Editor software and enjoy seamless integration with your PT-1230PC label printer. This added functionality allows for easy barcoding and database printing.

    The Brother PT-1230PC label printer is compatible with Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista. It measures 2.1 x 6.2 x 4.4 inches (WxDxH) and weighs 0.90 pounds (without batteries). It's backed by a 1-year limited warranty and replacement service.

    What's in the Box
    Brother PT-1230PC label printer, 1/2 inch (12mm) x 16 foot (5m) black on white laminated TZ starter tape, user's manual, USB cable.

    Customer reviews

    4.1 out of 5 stars
    4.1 out of 5
    232 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, ease of use, and size of the label printer. For example, they say it's a great little printer that performs exceptionally well, it'll run off battery power pretty fast, and it doesn't require any special programming. That said, some complain about the adapter and battery life. Opinions are mixed on value and software requirement.

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    72 customers mention64 positive8 negative

    Customers like the quality of the printer. They say it's a great little product, performs exceptionally well, and is very impressive. Some customers also mention that the print quality is perfect and it makes good labels.

    "...It is very simple to use and it makes good labels...." Read more

    "...As a label printer, though, this is great. The labels are pretty much indestructible...." Read more

    "...Once setup and updated, it works great." Read more

    "This is the best value, smallest profile, and FANTASTIC label printer! I'm an onsite Network Administrator and we live by our labels...." Read more

    38 customers mention32 positive6 negative

    Customers find the printer easy to use. They mention it's simple to set up and use, and does not require any special programming. Some appreciate the convenience of not having to change batteries as often. They also appreciate that the basic software is not required to be installed. Overall, customers are satisfied with the ease of use and recommend it to others.

    "...He had a cool toy, I wanted that cool toy too. It is very simple to use and it makes good labels...." Read more

    "...I use a lot more formatting options and save a lot of time with this...." Read more

    "...This Brother PC-Connectable Label Maker(PT-1230PC) is really easy to use. I am guilty of using products before I look at the directions...." Read more

    "Nice size label maker that you use with your computer..easy to use." Read more

    12 customers mention9 positive3 negative

    Customers like the size of the label printer. They mention that it is very small, compact, and portable. Some say that it fits into their laptop bag and does not take up any more space or weight than a normal label. Overall, most are satisfied with the size and portability of the product.

    "This is the best value, smallest profile, and FANTASTIC label printer! I'm an onsite Network Administrator and we live by our labels...." Read more

    "...It fits my needs perfectly...." Read more

    "A little big. no adapter. no automatic start in wind 10. but very cheap and easy to use." Read more

    "...This however is nice. Fits into my laptop bag and does not take up any more space or weight than a normal label gun. Plug it in and it just works...." Read more

    18 customers mention11 positive7 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the label maker. Some find it to be a great value and inexpensive, while others say it's a little expensive and the replacement label packs are a bit pricey.

    "This is the best value, smallest profile, and FANTASTIC label printer! I'm an onsite Network Administrator and we live by our labels...." Read more

    "...at an amazing rate, and with six batteries per refill, gets expensive fast...." Read more

    "...label makers, so this machine is just what I wanted and is priced right as well." Read more

    "...The price was also easy on the pocketbook!!" Read more

    11 customers mention7 positive4 negative

    Customers are mixed about the software requirement of the printer. Some mention that the built-in software is useful, but it is not intuitive. They also say that the support software is phenomenal. However, some customers report issues with the iOS software and the upgraded software option.

    "...Even the included software is pretty nice. One thing I love is that there is no install needed for the basic software...." Read more

    "...after the driver install, the Window explorer popup showing an executable no longer worked...." Read more

    "...it also does graphics and has the software built in, great for net books where there is usually no optical drive...." Read more

    "...This gadget worked as advertised, right out of the box. It installs it's own software and off you go...." Read more

    15 customers mention0 positive15 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the adapter that comes with the printer. They mention that it needs 6 AAA batteries and does not come with an AC adapter. They also say that they will have to buy a brother AC adaptor.

    "...The PT-1230PC needs 6 AAA batteries and does NOT come with a AC adapter...." Read more

    "...and you will have to buy a brother AC adapter. It will run of battery power if you don't buy the AC adaptor...." Read more

    "...Does not come with an AC adapter, but I prefer the batteries anyway." Read more

    "...The software is located on the unit and it came with NO power cord...." Read more

    15 customers mention2 positive13 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the battery life of the printer. They mention that it runs out of battery power pretty fast, and requires a lot of batteries. Some say that the printer burns through batteries at an amazing rate.

    "...This printer burns through batteries at an amazing rate, and with six batteries per refill, gets expensive fast...." Read more

    "The printer is nice, compact, works fine, but has a major problem with power. You either have to use batteries, or external AC adapter...." Read more

    "...there is code out there to run it on Linux systems, and that it drains batteries (so be sure to turn it off when you're done)...." Read more

    "...because of the waste of tape produced with each printout and the battery usage. The tapes are a little pricey, but it is within consideration...." Read more

    9 customers mention0 positive9 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the amount of tape the printer wastes. They mention that it produces a lot of tape with each printout.

    "...I was hoping I could force the margins down as it STILL wastes a TON of material...." Read more

    "...tape is at the end of the label, but I am disappointed that it wastes so much tape at the leading edge of each label...." Read more

    "...I only wish it did not waste so much tape. Every label maker wastes some but this is quite a bit so I have to take a point off." Read more

    "...four stars is, as others have stated, because of the waste of tape produced with each printout and the battery usage...." Read more

    Lower than claimed 180dpi resolution..  actually is 60dpi.
    2 Stars
    Lower than claimed 180dpi resolution.. actually is 60dpi.
    The printer does work really well for most things. However it's true resolution thru my testing (engineer) is only 60 dpi and not the claimed 180 dpi. I've tried the included program and even written some code. It looks like it prints 3 lines at a time. Kinda disappointed since it can't make very small data matrix codes for my needs ~5.72mm smallest possible. If the spec is 180 dpi it should do 180... just saying.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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