Brady Handheld Color Label Printer with Keyboard, Multi Line Print, 6 to 40, 6 Font Sizes, 203 Dpi - Yellow Black, 9.5 x 4.5 x 2.5, Tape Cartridge Included, 2 Year Warranty, Alphanumeric Thermal

I purchased this printer over 6 years ago to replace another inferior brand which was problematic. It is not used in an industrial setting, but I made the significant price difference purchase to eliminate frustration with erratic printing and feeding with my former label printer. This is a wonderful printer with LOTS of options too numerous to list individually. My only disappointment is that it will not work with single-use lithium AA batteries which never leak, and which I use in just about everything else. The lithium single-use batteries deliver a higher voltage, about 1.7-1.8V, more than the 1.5V alkaline batteries recommended in the user manual. There must be protective circuitry in this printer to provide over-voltage protection, because with single-use lithium AA batteries, the screen remains blank and it won't power on.. I don't want to chance alkaline batteries leaking and destroying my beautiful printer, so I don't leave them installed when I don't intend to use it for a while. I am very satisfied with this great label printer!

I totally love my purchase! It is strong, sturdy and was much larger than I expected......that's a good thing! The screen is a very nice size as well. The owner's manual made it very easy to understand how to navigate through the menu and use the unit. I printed my 1st label in just a few minutes after unpacking.Key things that I like:a) You can create and store files for future printingb) You can print vertically as well as horizontallyc) There are several label type options (Banner Landscape, Wire Maker, Patch Panel, etc.)d) Font size (standard and bold)e) You can place text in barcode formatf) You have the option to use 6 AA batteries or an rechargeable battery (none are included)This particular model doesn't have the kickstand on it nor does it have the magnet on the back.....there's a small hole on the back of it for something to be screwed on, I guess it's for the optional magnet.All-In-All this is a great printer for the field. I hope to use it for years to come!

The basis for 5 Star is the BMP21 is light years ahead of other popular brand printers in terms of capability and quality. There's no need for concern about the labels, they are much more durable and sticker than their competitors' labels and sufficient for wiring and flat surfaces. The printrer's firmware takes care of the mode (wire, flat surface, breaker box labels, etc). The White on Blue, White on Black, and White on Red labels are particularly attractive.The optional AC adapter gets less than 5 stars due to high price. If you don't happen to have a 4 amp (or more) 9 volt DC output adapter, get one from another source and build a crossover cable (or buy one with a crossover cable) because (as another buyer pointed out) the center pin is negative. Observe this unorthodox polarity and you're good to go. There's a vendor on the website that begins with the letter "e" that provides the proper 9volt 4 amp adapter with crossover cable, for half of what Brady charges, and it works perfectly.

This printer is a great update of the original BMP-21 model. The extra features and improved ruggedness made this a perfect choice to replace my Brady, ID-Pal printer. The cost was even lower than the original ID-Pal. As other reviewers have mentioned, the cost of label material is fairly expensive, but all of the cartridges I have used have performed well, even after storage for extended periods.The variety of label widths and printing formats make this an excellent accessory for broadcast, electronics and electrical installation work. Even the labels I installed many years ago have remained securely adhered to wires and panels, with printing that is very resistant to fading and smudging. The battery life is good, even when occasionally using the display back-light. The label cutting blade is clean and accurate over time, unlike many other labelers I have used.I would not hesitate to buy this printer or other Brady products again.