Product guide

M-Class Mark II
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Competitive Overview:
Key competitors in the entry level industrial printer category worldwide for M-Class Mark II are Zebra’s S4M,
Intermec’s PD41 and PD42, and Sato’s LM408e and LM412e.
Complete side by side comparisons of specifications are in the tables below for each competitor. Below is a list
of key benefits that our M-Class Mark II printers offer over all of our competitors:
• M-Class Mark II printers offer up to 10 IPS or 254 mm/s, making these printers, the fastest in its class. Our
competitors offer up to 6 IPS or 150 mm/s.
• Most popular communication ports; serial, parallel, and USB come standard on all models.
• Precision die-cast Aluminum frame and base for durable, light weight design.
• Wide access to the printhead mechanism provides for easier loading of media and ribbon, as well as for
cleaning the printhead.
• Gear driven design. We don’t use belts in our M-Class Mark II printers, as belts wear out. It is designed for
reliability and serviceability throughout.
• Split ribbon hub allowing proper back tension for all sizes of ribbon. Unique collapsible ribbon take up hub
for simple loading and unloading of ribbons.
• Revolving media hub is offered in 1.5" and 3" core sizes.
• Supplies loading diagram is embossed into the frame for operator’s convenience. Color coded component
cues that can be moved or adjusted are green and easily recognizable,
• Extensive network of re-sellers throughout the world for service and support. Excellent Warranty and service
options offered through Datamax-O’Neil.
Competitive Overview