TSC TH240 Desktop Barcode Printer
The TH240 is a 4-inch desktop barcode printer from TSC's TH/DH Series, supporting both direct thermal and thermal transfer printing for flexibility across label materials and durability needs. With automatic printer-language detection, the TH240 is effectively plug-and-play — its firmware identifies major printer languages and starts printing immediately, without needing to change label templates.
Designed to minimize downtime, the TH240 supports remote monitoring and management, self-diagnostics, and easy maintenance, while remaining upgradeable with wireless connectivity, cutter/peeler modules, and RFID capability as your needs grow.
Key Features
- Dual printing methods — direct thermal and thermal transfer (ribbon) printing for a wider range of label materials
- Plug-and-play language emulation — auto-detects major printer languages; works with TSC Standalone Creator and TSCPRTGo
- Remote management — monitor and manage via the Internal Embedded Webpage, TSC Console, or SOTI Connect (license required)
- Reliable uptime — self-diagnostic TPH Care, ribbon low warning, and toolless printhead/platen roller replacement
- Network security support — HTTPS, SNMPv3, 802.1X, and TCP/IP Port 9100 filtering
- Wide media range — 15–120mm media width, with narrow media adaptor available down to 10mm
- Expandable storage — microSD card reader, supporting up to 512GB
- Upgrade-ready — optional Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, guillotine cutter, peel-off module, care label cutter, and UHF RFID upgrade kits
- Sustainable build — FSC MIX-certified packaging, recycled plastic casing, 90%+ recyclable components
Applications
Well suited for warehouse and fulfillment, transportation and logistics, retail, manufacturing, and general product/shipping labeling — including UHF RFID standard and on-metal labels where the printer is fitted with the RFID upgrade.
Specification
| Print Resolution | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) |
| Print Method | Direct thermal / thermal transfer |
| Display | LED with buttons |
| Max. Print Speed | Up to 8 ips (203mm/s) |
| Max. Print Width | 4.25" (108mm) |
| Max. Print Length | 1,000" (25,400mm) |
| Max. Media Width | 0.59"–4.72" (15–120mm) |
| Internal Label Capacity | 5" (127mm) OD |
| Media Types | Continuous, die-cut, black mark, fan-fold, notch (outside wound) |
| Max. Ribbon Length | 300 meters |
| Max. Ribbon Width | 1.6"–4.3" (40–110mm) |
| Media Core Diameter | 1"–1.5" (25.4–38.1mm) |
| RAM | 128 MB SDRAM |
| Flash | 128 MB |
| Expandable Flash | microSD card reader, up to 512GB |
| Hardwire Connectivity | Ethernet, Serial RS-232, USB, USB Host |
| Wireless Connectivity | Bluetooth (optional), Wi-Fi (optional) |
| Optional Cutter | Guillotine cutter (full cut and partial cut) |
| Enterprise Management | TSC Console, SOTI Connect (license required) |
| Construction | Clamshell with double-walled plastic |
| Programming Language | TSPL-EZD |
| Machine Dimension | 223mm (W) x 186mm (H) x 286mm (D) |