Zebra 2844

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2844 Barcode Printers


The Zebra 2844 has reached end of life. It has been replaced by the Zebra ZD420.

Among the best-selling desktop thermal barcode printers on the market today, the Zebra LP 2844 and TLP 2844 barcode printers are proven performers. With a space-saving, user-friendly design, the Zebra 2844 series delivers speed and flexibility for today's on-demand barcode labeling applications.

Perfect for warehouse shipping and receiving, retail, and healthcare environments, the LP 2844 and TLP 2844 barcode printers are loaded with impressive standard features including:
  • 4" Print Width
  • Serial, Parallel, or USB Interface
  • 203 DPI Resolution
  • ZebraDesigner Basic Software
  • 512 KB Flash/256 KB SRAM expandable to 1 MB Flash/512 KB SRAM
  • 4 Inch Print Speed (maximum)
Choose from the Zebra LP 2844 (Direct Thermal Only), or the Zebra TLP 2844 (combination Direct Thermal/Thermal Transfer) models.

Cables Sold Separately

These printers do not ship with labels. Shop for Compatible Zebra Thermal Printer Supplies:
Zebra TLP 2844 Ribbon.
Zebra Thermal Transfer Labels
Zebra Direct Thermal Labels

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Product Specifications
Interface USB, serial and parallel
Print Method LP 2844: Direct thermal
TLP 2844: Direct thermal / thermal transfer combo
Print Speed 4 in / second (102 mm / second)
Print Resolution 203 dpi / 8 dots per mm
Paper Thickness 0.003 to 0.0075 in (0.08 to 0.19 mm)
Character Set International character sets supporting the following code pages: DOS: 437, 737, 850, 851, 855, 857, 860, 861, 862, 863, 865, 866, 869 Windows: 1250, 1251, 1252, 1253, 1254, 1255, 1256, 1257 Asian language support (optional) Soft font storage in Flash memory
Resident Fonts 5 bitmapped, expandable 8x
Barcodes Supported Linear Bar Codes: Code 39, Code 128 (A, B or C user selectable/Auto select), UCC/EAN-128, Code 93, Codabar, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC-A, UPC-E, UPC-A with 2 and 5 add on, Plessey, POSTNET, German Post, Japanese Postnet

2-Dimensional: PDF-417, Macro PDF-417, Maxi Code (Modes 2, 3, 4, 6), QR Code (requires Asian printer version)
Graphics Printing line and box drawing, PCX graphic storage
Memory Standard: 512KB Flash, 256 KB SRAM
Optional: Up to 1MB Flash, 512 KB SRAM
Two Color Printing Capabilities No
Auto Cutter Optional
Peeler / Presenter Optional - dispenser with label taken sensor
Internal Rewind No
LCD Display No
Weight LP 2844: 3 lb (1.3 kg)
TLP 2844: 3.2 lb (1.4 kg)
Dimensions LP 2844: 7.9W x 8.38D x 6.7H in (200 x 213 x 170 mm)
TLP 2844: 7.9W x 9.75D x 6.8H in (200 x 248 173 mm)
Software Included OpenACCESS design, windows printer utilities
In The Box LP 2844: Documentation and warranty, sample labels, printer, cleaning pen, power supply

TLP 2844: Documentation and warranty, sample labels, printer, cleaning pen, ribbon take-up core, power supply

Zebra 2844 Reviews

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When you evaluate the Zebra LP 2844 or the TLP 2844 barcode printer, think "economical powerhouse!" Choose the TLP 2844 if you want the option of both thermal transfer and direct themal printing modes.

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Accessories

LP2844 Power Supply Assembly Kit, C5 100-240V
4" Ribbon Take-Up Core For 4" Thermal Transfer Printers. 0.5" OD. (Three Pack)
6-Foot USB 2.0 Cable: White, A to B
6-Foot Parallel Printer Cable, DB25M/CENT36M, Beige
Serial Cable, Beige, 6 Feet, DB9 M/F

Previously Available Models

Previously Available Accessories