Best Label Printers for Ape Software
Which Label Printers Will Work With Calibration Control?
Calibration Control is compatible with the PC-connectable Brother P-touch label printers.
Brother P-touch Label Printers
Any P-touch label printer model is compatible with Ape Software applications. The printer we recommend most is the PT-P900WC (replacement to the PT-900W), which is a fast, high-resolution desktop unit intended for industrial environments and can print using USB or Wi-Fi connectivity. The PT-P900WC can print label tape sizes from 3.5mm to 36mm in width. If the PT-P900WC is too expensive, perhaps the simpler classic PT-P700 would be a better starting choice. The PT-P700 is a versatile desktop printer using USB connectivity. The PT-P700 can print label tape up to 24mm (1 inch) in width.
You can find the PT-P900WC from
You can find the PT-P700 fromTZe Label Tape
All P-touch label printers use label tape from the best-selling TZe laminated tape family. TZe tape is resistant to temperature, UV, scratching, and spills as it is laminated with a thin, clear film to withstand different environments. Choose appropriately from the Standard Laminated and multiple Specialty tapes.
Here are some of the common sizes along with their Amazon links:
- 6 mm (1/4 inch) Black on White (TZe211)
- 9 mm (3/8 inch) Black on White (TZe221)
- 12 mm (1/2 inch) Black on White (2 pack - TZe2312PK)
- 18 mm (3/4 inch) Black on White (TZe241)
- 24 mm (1 inch) Black on White (TZe251)
- 36 mm (1 1/2 inch) Black on White (TZe261)
Extra Strength Adhesive
TZe / Brother offer label tape with extra adhesive for high-use environments or extra smooth surfaces. Before using one with extra adhesive, we suggest trying the normal tape first to protect your printer from gumming up.
- 6 mm (1/4 inch) Black on White (TZeS211)
- 9 mm (3/8 inch) Black on White (TZeS221)
- 12 mm (1/2 inch) Black on White (TZeS231)
- 18 mm (3/4 inch) Black on White (TZeS241)
Here are a couple of links to B&H Photo for Cleaning Tape:
