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TSC TTP 286MT Printer: Built for High-Volume Label Printing
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Wide-format label printing should not slow down your operations. Whether you are shipping pallets, managing inventory, or meeting GHS and compliance requirements, the TSC TTP-286MT keeps workflows steady across industrial environments.
Built for continuous performance, the TTP-286MT features a die-cast aluminium chassis, metal cover, and large media view window. It supports a 600-metre ribbon and prints at speeds up to 152.4 mm (6 inches) per second.
USB 2.0, Serial, Ethernet, and optional Wi-Fi integrate easily with WMS, ERP, or standalone labelling systems.
If your business needs a reliable wide-format printer that works shift after shift, the TSC TTP-286MT is ready to deliver.
Let us take a closer look at what the TSC TTP-286MT offers.
TSC TTP 286MT Printers & Accessories
Key Features
The TTP-286MT series combines durable hardware with versatile printing capabilities. Each feature meets the needs of wide-format industrial labelling in various sectors.
Industrial Frame and Enclosure
The TTP-286MT has a robust die-cast aluminium frame and print mechanism, giving the printer strength and stability for high-volume tasks. It supports label rolls up to 208.3 mm in diameter and ribbons up to 600 metres long, enabling extended print runs without frequent media replacements.
Its rigid design maintains print quality and alignment during long runs and withstands the pressure of harsh industrial environments.
The printer has a metal enclosure to protect internal parts. A large transparent window on the cover lets operators easily check label supply without opening the printer, saving time. The metal casing guards against dust, impacts, and other hazards, making the printer suitable for warehouses, factories, and harsh industrial environments.
Wide-Format Print and Media Handling
The TSC TTP-286MT offers a maximum print width of 216 mm (8.5 inches). This wide-format capability supports the production of large shipping labels, pallet labels, drum or barrel labels, and compliance signs that require additional width. It prints at 203 dpi resolution, producing clear text, barcodes, and graphics.
The wide print width is particularly beneficial for applications requiring wide lateral barcodes, as it simplifies the printing process and reduces the risk of errors. The TTP-286MT is designed to meet requirements that standard desktop label printers cannot support due to width limitations.
The printer accepts label stock up to 241.3 mm (9.5 inches) wide. It supports rolls with an outer diameter of up to 208.3 mm (8.2 inches) on a 76.2 mm (3-inch) core, helping reduce roll changes during long print runs and supporting high-volume operations.
The TTP-286MT handles various media types, including continuous roll paper, die-cut labels, black mark media, fan-fold stacks, and notch-cut labels. The media is loaded with a centred bias to maintain alignment and print accuracy.
It supports media thicknesses from 0.06 mm to 0.254 mm, enabling printing on materials ranging from thin receipt paper to thick tag stock or synthetic labels.
High-Performance Printing
Print Resolution and Speed
The TSC TTP-286MT offers a print resolution of 203 dpi and reaches print speeds of up to 152 mm per second (6 inches per second). It maintains clear print quality even at wide widths, making it suitable for barcodes, text, and general labelling applications. The printer supports thermal transfer and direct thermal printing modes, meaning it can print on thermal and standard labels.
Memory and Processing Power
The TSC TTP-286MT comes with 256 MB of DDR2 SDRAM and 512 MB of flash memory, which provides ample space for storing fonts, graphics, and label templates for faster recall and printing.
An SD card slot allows memory expansion up to 32 GB, allowing large libraries of TrueType fonts and label formats to be loaded directly onto the printer.
The brain of the printer is a high-performance 536 MHz 32-bit RISC processor. This processor lets the TTP-286MT manage complex label designs and large print jobs, and reduce delays between prints. The printer’s rapid processing and memory capacity let it handle high-volume label printing without slowing down.
User-Friendly Interface
4.3-Inch Colour Touch LCD
The TSC TTP-286MT features a 4.3-inch colour LCD touchscreen as its main user interface. The backlit resistive touch display shows 16-bit colour graphics at 480 × 272 pixels. Through this full-colour screen, users can navigate menus, adjust settings, preview label information, and view status messages at a glance.
The touchscreen allows for quick configuration without needing a computer. The printer includes six tactile operation buttons and LED status indicators alongside the display.
These physical controls provide quick access to standard functions like feed and pause. They offer an alternative way to operate the printer when wearing gloves or when tactile feedback is necessary.
Touchscreen navigation and physical button combinations make the printer use flexible and efficient.
Real-Time Clock
The TSC TTP-286MT has a built-in real-time clock (RTC) that maintains date and time settings. This lets the printer directly add timestamps or date codes to labels without depending on a host computer. Businesses can configure the printer to automatically include the current date and time on inventory labels, production records, or expiry date labels.
The real-time clock retains accurate time even when the printer is powered off. This feature supports standalone operation and is useful for applications such as lot tracking, shipping, and compliance labelling where accurate timing is critical.
Standard and Optional Connectivity Options
The TSC TTP-286MT is designed for effortless integration. The printer has a comprehensive suite of standard connectivity options to ensure it fits perfectly within your IT infrastructure and workflows. Right out of the box, you get:
- USB 2.0 (High Speed): For fast, direct connection to your PCs.
- Serial RS-232C: Ensuring robust compatibility with essential legacy devices and systems (supporting baud rates from 2400 to 115200 bps).
- Parallel (Centronics): Maintaining vital support for established older printer setups.
- Internal Ethernet Print Server (10/100 Mbps): For seamless network integration, allowing shared access and centralised management.
A USB host port (Type A) is standard for standalone printing by directly connecting peripherals like barcode scanners or USB keyboards to enhance operational efficiency, reducing reliance on a dedicated PC for many everyday tasks.
All these ports can operate simultaneously.
Optional Interfaces
- Bluetooth Module for wireless printing from mobile devices, forklifts, and carts – perfect for dynamic environments that don’t support cabled connections.
- Applicator Interface (GPIO) for advanced system integration and automation. GPIO enables direct, synchronised communication with label applicators, production line sensors, and other automation equipment.
Advanced Media Handling
The TSC TTP-286MT is designed for high-capacity ribbon support and versatile media sensing, enabling efficient operation during heavy-duty printing tasks.
High-Capacity Ribbon Support
The printer handles ribbon rolls up to 600 metres in length with a maximum diameter of 90 mm. It uses an industry-standard 1-inch ribbon core, supporting broad ribbon compatibility. Ribbon widths can range from 110 mm to 254 mm to match the full range of supported media widths.
The ribbon system accepts both ink-coated inside and ink-coated outside ribbons, removing the need to source specific winding formats. The printer supports different ribbon colours, enabling the production of colour-coded labels where required. The ability to use large ribbon rolls reduces the frequency of ribbon changes, increasing operational uptime during high-volume print runs.
Adjustable Sensors
The TTP-286MT features a versatile media sensor system with adjustable settings for different label configurations. It includes a transmissive gap sensor that can be moved laterally from the 4-inch to the 8-inch position across the media, and a reflective black mark sensor adjustable across the entire media width. These adjustable sensors support accurate detection of label start and end points, even when gaps or black marks are positioned outside standard locations.
The printer also includes a ribbon-end sensor and a print-head-open sensor. The ribbon-end sensor alerts users or pauses printing when the ribbon is nearly exhausted, preventing the production of blank labels. The print-head-open sensor stops printing if the print head assembly is open. Together, these systems simplify media calibration and help maintain precise, consistent printing across a wide range of label and tag stocks.
Barcode and Font Support
The TTP-286MT supports a broad range of 1D and 2D barcode formats, including Code 128 (subsets A, B, C and UCC/EAN-128), QR Code, Data Matrix, and GS1 DataBar. Barcodes can be printed at any rotation (0°, 90°, 180°, or 270°) to meet different label design requirements.
The printer also prints graphics in BMP and PCX formats with up to 256 colours. Users can add logos, hazard symbols, and other visuals to labels.
Thanks to its built-in Monotype Imaging TrueType font engine, this printer ensures your text always looks sharp. It comes loaded with the CG Triumvirate Bold Condensed scalable font, which means characters look great at any size. Plus, you get a variety of built-in bitmap fonts – at least five different sizes for regular text, along with two OCR fonts (OCR-A and OCR-B) perfect for standard labelling tasks.
These resident fonts allow immediate use without requiring downloads. Users can also download and store additional TrueType fonts to support customised labelling needs, from small dense text to large signage.
Optional Accessories
Cutter Modules
The TTP-286MT offers two optional cutter modules to enhance post-print processing:
- Regular Cutter Module (Full Cut Guillotine Cutter): Perfect for your standard labels! It gives clean, straight cuts, making it simple to separate them.
- Heavy Duty Cutter Module (Full Cut Rotary Cutter): This robust cutter is built to handle demanding jobs and offers consistent, reliable performance for thicker materials or high-volume printing.
Both cutter modules support media widths up to 215.9 mm (8.5 inches) and are suitable for media thicknesses ranging from 0.06 to 0.30 mm, including receipts, tags, and label liners without adhesive.
Keyboard Units
For standalone operation without a PC, the TTP-286MT is compatible with optional keyboard display units:
KP-200 Plus: Standalone Keyboard for Easy Label Recall & Printing
This compact 68-key keyboard, featuring a clear 20-character by 2-line LCD, allows you to effortlessly retrieve and print label forms stored directly in your compatible printer’s memory. Simply connect it via its serial interface for convenient, on-demand label printing without needing a separate PC – perfect for quick, repetitive tasks right where you need them.
KU-007 Plus: Programmable Smart Keyboard for Custom Labels
This intelligent, programmable keyboard effectively functions as a compact, portable PC, empowering users to design, create, and edit unique label formats on the fly. Thanks to its built-in BASIC-like language interpreter, it offers exceptional flexibility for all your custom label printing requirements, allowing you to tailor solutions directly at the point of application.
Conclusion
The TSC TTP-286MT Label Printer is a workhorse for reliable, wide-format printing of high volumes in an industrial environment. Its rugged build can handle the demands of logistics, warehousing, or manufacturing, while its flexible media options and fast output keep things moving. With plenty of connectivity options, advanced features, and available accessories, it streamlines your labelling workflows, making it a go-to for continuous, shift-based operations.
Keep your operations moving. Upgrade to the TSC TTP-286MT for fast, reliable, and flexible labelling. Order your TSC TTP-286MT printer now from Triton Store.
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