Brother QL-500 Printer

Brother QL-500 Printer

Brother QL-500 Printer - brother.com

Brother QL-500 Printer Ink

The Brother QL-500 label printer does not use ink like traditional printers. Instead, it uses direct thermal printing technology. This means that it doesn't require ink or toner cartridges. Instead, it uses special thermal paper or labels that are heat-sensitive.

Here's how it works:

• Thermal Paper or Labels: To print labels with the Brother QL-500, you must use thermal paper or adhesive thermal labels. These labels have a special coating that turns black when heated.
• Printing Process: When you print a label, the QL-500 uses a thermal print head to apply heat to the paper or label. Wherever heat is applied, it turns black, creating the label's printed text, graphics, or barcode.
• No Ink or Toner: Since no ink or toner is involved in the process, you don't need to worry about replacing ink cartridges or toner cartridges. This makes the QL-500 cost-effective and low-maintenance for label printing.
• Replace Paper or Labels: When you run out of thermal paper or labels, you simply need to replace the roll of paper or labels in the Printer to continue printing.

Using the correct thermal paper or labels compatible with the Brother QL-500 is important to ensure good print quality. Using the right type of paper or labels may result in better print quality or damage the Printer's thermal print head. You can typically find compatible thermal labels or paper designed for the QL-500 from Brother or other reputable label suppliers.

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