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Alpha Series 3-Inch Performance Mobile Printers
These compact and affordable printers boost efficiency with on-the-go printing when you need immediate and accurate receipts and labels.
Linerless models available. To learn more about linerless supplies, click here.
Industries and Applications
Healthcare
Warehouse & Fulfillment
Linerless
Product and Item Labels
Shipping and Logistics
The Alpha Series 3-inch printers are available in two models, the Alpha-3R and Alpha-30L mobile printers. These are comfortable, lightweight capable of printing labels on demand, and built for durability and can withstand up to 6-foot (1.8-meters) falls and keep printing.Our latest mobile printers, the Alpha-30L, propel you into the next generation of smart, enhanced technology solutions for industrial-grade label printing applications. Unlock the power of greater visibility into real-time data on the health and performance of your Alpha-30L printer with included remote printer management software.
Simplify your everyday mobile printing needs
Enjoy TSC's reputation for cost-efficient, high durability printers with the Alpha-3R economical printer. The Alpha-3R is a comfortable, light-weight printer capable of working with any mobile printing application where you need quick, simple receipts/labels on demand.
For a next-generation experience of advanced printing applications, the Alpha-30L mobile printer offers the same reliable 3-inch print width design with new enhanced technology features for industrial printing applications.
These small and light printers can be worn comfortably for a full shift, without interfering with the user's tasks. Use USB, or optional Bluetooth®, 802.11 a/b/g/n Wireless or Serial to connect to a mobile computer or even a smartphone and produce clear easy-to-read receipts/labels hour after hour.
- Direct Store Deliveries (DSD)
- Field Repair/Installation
- Mobile Point-of-Sale
- Parking Citations
- Mobile ticketing
- Onboard Transportation Ticketing
- Utility Billing/Meter Reading
The Alpha-30L mobile printers expand our mobile printer line-up to offer advanced productivity and management features for a premium mobile printing experience.
The Alpha-30L 3-inch performance mobile printer was designed to meet military-grade standards for drop and vehicle vibration. Ideal for enterprise professionals on-the-go.
The TSC Alpha-30L printers have compatibility with SOTI Connect remote printer management for greater visibility into real-time data on the health and performance of the devices.
The new mobile printer also features a smart battery management system. The smart batteries within the mobile printer can report the state of battery capacity, charge, and history of charge cycles.
With the Apple-certified MFi Bluetooth® 5.0 connection and 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi fast roaming features, the Alpha-30L not only provides reliable and seamless communication with users’ devices, but it also securely prints labels wherever they are needed.
The Alpha-30L Near Field Communication (NFC) makes it simple to connect to the printer directly from a compatible device. NFC capability automatically establishes a direct connection between your NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet and an Alpha-30L printer, so you can print or scan using any number of applications without having to connect to a network or enter any login credentials.
- 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)203 dpi (8 dots/mm)203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
- Direct thermal onlyDirect thermal onlyDirect thermal only
- LCD with buttonsLCD with buttonsColor LCD with buttons
- USBUSBUSB
- Bluetooth MFi
Wi-Fi with BluetoothBluetooth MFi
Wi-Fi with BluetoothBluetooth MFi
Wi-Fi with Bluetooth - TSC ConsoleTSC Console
SOTI Connect (license required)TSC Console
SOTI Connect (license required) - MobileMobileMobile
- Up to 5 ips (127 mm/s)Up to 6 ips (152 mm/s)Up to 5 ips (127 mm/s)
(2, 3 ips for peeler mode) - 2.83" (72 mm)2.83" (72 mm)2.83" (72 mm)
- 110" (2,794 mm)110" (2,794 mm)110" (2,794 mm)
- 128 MB SDRAM128 MB SDRAM128 MB SDRAM
- 128 MB128 MB128 MB
- 2.24" (57 mm) OD2.24" (57 mm) OD2.64" (67 mm) OD
- 1" - 3.15" (25.4 - 80 mm) with liner1" - 3.15" (25.4 - 80 mm) with liner1" - 3.15" (25.4 - 80 mm) with liner
- Receipt paper, receipt paper with black mark in printing side, selected label, linerless (outside wound)Receipt paper, receipt paper with black mark in printing side or backside, label, linerless (outside wound)Die cut, black mark, receipt, fan-fold, linerless, continuous (outside wound)
- 0.5" (12.5 mm)
0.75" (19.1 mm) if using an adaptor0.5" (12.5 mm)
0.75" (19.1 mm) if using an adaptor - 1" (25.4 mm)1" (25.4 mm)0.5" (12 mm)
1.0" if using peeler - Plastic with rubber over-mold constructionPlastic with rubber over-mold constructionPlastic with rubber over-mold construction
- TSPL-EZC or ESC-POSTSPL-EZC or ESC-POSTSPL-EZC or ESC-POS
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Can I do both direct and thermal transfer printing on Alpha-30L/40L printers?
No. The Alpha-30L/40L is a direct-thermal only printer.
Can I set my printer to automatically refresh its status everyday, such as at 6 o'clock in the morning?
Yes. You can establish rules using TSC Console Web so that your printer will execute what you have set up every time a condition is met. Conditions for a rule can be time-based or event-driven.
You can set your printer to take an activity daily, weekly, monthly, or at a particular date/time.
Can I update printer firmware remotely using TSC Console Web?
Yes, TSC Console Web enables users to update printer firmware remotely.
Can I use TSC Console Web to set up a reminder for printhead maintenance?
Yes, TSC Console Web allows users to set up a reminder for printhead maintenance and the printhead mileage can be displayed on the dashboard.
Can the printhead and platen roller be replaced by the end user on the Alpha-30L/40L?
No. Please return the Alpha-30L/Alpha-40L unit to the reseller and our team of experts will make these replacements for you.
Can TSC Console Web be used over a USB connection to the printer?
No. TSC Console Web must be used through either a wireless or wired network. That is to say your printer must support either Wi-Fi or Ethernet interface if you want to manage the printer using TSC Console Web.
Does port 3007 (in charge of management) have priority over port 9100 (responsible for print activities)? Can they work simultaneously?
Both ports do not interfere with each other. They can work simultaneously.
How can I buy the Alpha-30L/40L printer?
To purchase a Alpha-30L/40L printer, buyers can contact their local TSC reseller, or contact us through our website.
How do I adjust my printing speed and density by TSC Console?
- Select the printer → Function → Printer Configuration → Get
- Adjust the value of Speed and Density then press Set to finish setup.
How do you add new stock from Seagull driver?
Please refer to HERE.
How do you adjust print position?
Adjust print position by Diagnostic Tool. Please refer to HERE.
How do you adjust printout position by Seagull driver?
Adjust printout position by Seagull driver. Please refer to HERE.
How do you adjust tear position in BarTender?
Adjust tear position in BarTender. Please refer to HERE.
How do you adjust the print position for the ESC emulation firmware?
Adjust the print position for the ESC emulation firmware. Please refer to HERE.
How do you cancel the DiagTool password?
Please refer to HERE.
How do you change speed and density in BarTender?
Please refer to HERE.
How do you change the "Control Prefix" code with Diagnostic Tool?
Please refer to HERE.
How do you change the printer codepage?
Please refer to HERE.
How do you download a BMP/PCX file into the printer?
Download BMP file to printer by Diagnostic Tool. Please refer to HERE.
How long are the battery working hours on the Alpha-30L/40L?
It is very difficult to give the precise number of hours it will last as the usage of the printer varies based on applications. However, the Alpha-30L lasted more than 23.5 hours of printing receipts (One print every 2 minutes; 12.5% printing area; printing via Bluetooth) on a single battery charge; the Alpha-40L lasted more than 45 hours of printing receipts (One print every 2 minutes; 12.5% printing area; printing via Bluetooth) on a single battery charge.
How many printer configurations can I save for quick deployment?
Users are allowed to save up to 5 sets of different configuration for quick deployment.
How much does the Alpha-30L/40L printer weigh?
The Alpha-30L weighs a mere 745 g including the battery. The Alpha-40L weighs a mere 985 g including the battery.
How to make calibration by TSC Console?
Open TSC Console → Select the printer → Functions → Printer Configuration → Calibration.
How to update firmware by TSC Console?
- Click the checkbox to select the printer/printers.
- Click Tools → File Manager Tool to access File Manager page.
- Turn the file type into Firmware File.
- Press Browse to select firmware file.
- Press Download to update firmware.
How to use TSC Console to download BMP Font to the printer?
- Click the checkbox to select the printer/printers.
- Click Tools → Bitmap Font Tool.
- Select font and set the size of it.
- Press Download Font to download font to the printer.
- Check Tool → File Manager Tool to see is it successfully imported.
Por que minha BarTender não consegue imprimir uma etiqueta?
- Verifique se a impressora está ligada.
- Verifique que a impressora, porta, e driver estão corretos.
Regarding Linux, what is the supported architecture for TSC Console Web?
The compatible architecture for TSC Console Web is x86_64 only and the Linux OS distribution is Ubuntu 22.04 or above.
What are the key benefits of the Alpha-30L/40L compared to the competition?
The Alpha-30L/40L printer has:
1) The long battery life
2) Offers Dual Antenna technology
3) Is drop-resistant up to 6-feet (8.2-feet with optional IP54 Case)
What are the standard connectivity options with the Alpha-30L/40L printers?
The Alpha-30L/40L series is available as below: (Either one selected)
• Type C USB 2.0 high speed + MFi Bluetooth 5.0 + NFC tag
• Type C USB 2.0 high speed + Wi-Fi module + Bluetooth 4.2 + NFC tag
What are the supported functions for printers featuring RFID?
Currently the supported RFID functions through TSC Console Web are: Calibration, Read, and Write.
What are the supported UI languages for TSC Console Web?
The UI for TSC Console Web is available in English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, German, Danish, Spanish, Finnish, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Norwegian, Portuguese, and Swedish.
What is the standard warranty for my Alpha-30L/40L?
The Alpha-30L/40L has a 2 Year Parts (excluding print head and platen roller) and Labor (Return to Factory) standard manufacturer warranty. You can purchase the Service Option warranty that adds up to three years to your printer's original coverage within 30 days of your initial barcode printer purchase.
What printer languages does the Alpha-30L/40L support?
The Alpha-30L/40L supports TSPL-EZC (EPL2, ZPL2, CPCL), or ESC-POS emulation printer languages.
What types of labels can the Alpha-30L/40L print?
The Alpha-30L/40L supports a wide range of label types. It can print on die-cut, black mark, receipt, fan-fold, linerless and continuous (outside wound).
Which port is used for TSC Console Web to connect to and manage printers?
The management commands are transmitted/received through port 3007.
Use the 1-slot charger to quickly charge the battery without any downtime.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
Use the 1-slot charger to quickly charge the battery without any downtime.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-3R
Easily charge the printer without removing the battery.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
12-24V DC vehicle power adaptor to easily connect and leverage power to your mobile printers on a forklift or vehicle.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-2R
- Alpha-3R
- Alpha-30L
- Alpha-30R Basic Version
- Alpha-30R Premium Version
- Alpha-40L
- Alpha-40L RFID
- TDM-20
- TDM-30
Connect printer and vehicle power source directly by open-ended wire without using battery. It can be used with vehicle mount adaptor.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
- Alpha-30R Basic Version
- Alpha-30R Premium Version
Powers the printers directly from a forklift or vehicle, eliminating the need for batteries. It offers quick, tool-free removal and replacement of the dummy battery pack.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30R Basic Version
- Alpha-30R Premium Version
- Alpha-30L
For charging on the car with open-ended wire
Compatible with:
- TDM-20
- TDM-30
- Alpha-2R
- Alpha-3R
- Alpha-30L
- Alpha-30R Basic Version
- Alpha-30R Premium Version
- Alpha-40L
- Alpha-40L RFID
12-60V DC vehicle power adaptor to easily connect and leverage power to your mobile printers on a forklift or vehicle.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-2R
- Alpha-3R
- Alpha-30L
- Alpha-30R Basic Version
- Alpha-30R Premium Version
- Alpha-40L
- Alpha-40L RFID
- TDM-20
- TDM-30
The 4-slot charger is well-suited for heavy-duty missions.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
The 4-slot charger is well-suited for heavy-duty missions.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-3R
Easily charge multiple printers without removing the battery.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
Use the belt clip for a complete hands-free solution.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
Tailored for external media applications, ideal for heavy-duty external media use.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
- Alpha-40L
- Alpha-40L RFID
Crafted for optimal external media management and quick-release features, it enhances overall usability.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
- Alpha-40L
- Alpha-40L RFID
TSC Printronix Auto ID mobile printers can handle a variety of media including receipts, selected labels, and linerless printing. Linerless printing is an ideal solution for businesses looking to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
The TSC Alpha-3R has the ability to print receipts for more than 30 hours on a single battery charge.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-3R
Thanks to intelligent TSC Smart Battery technology, users are able to gather a lot of information about battery health and understand the history of the charge cycles on their mobile printers. When in use, the smart battery is reporting the health and activity of that battery over the entire shift. It’s important in mission-critical printing to understand the device’s activity levels when it is being used non-stop over an entire shift or 24-hour period.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
Our mobile printers are built to continuously print over a full shift. Power adapters are available to charge your printers in between shifts and ensure that you always have a readily available device.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-3R
The protective case enhances the extra level of protection for harsh environments especially for outdoor usage.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
Add an extra layer of protection for harsh environments with a protective case. While in the case, the printer is IP54-rated for resistance to windblown water and dust. Includes shoulder strap.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-3R
Provides an easy and secure printer mounting solution that combines the convenience of mounting with a quick release for optimal functionality on a forklift.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
- Alpha-30R Basic Version
- Alpha-30R Premium Version
- Alpha-40L
- Alpha-40L RFID
Designed for carrying the printer directly without a protective case.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
Micro USB cable to easily connect your Alpha-3R mobile printer to your other devices. Type C USB cable to easily connect your Alpha-30L mobile printer to your other devices.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-3R
USB to RS-232 converter cable to easily connect your Alpha-3R mobile printer to your other devices.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-3R
TSC Printronix Auto ID customers can also benefit from a pretty flexible platform of options for connecting or mounting our mobile printers to a forklift or vehicle. This can be especially useful in distribution centers where the printers have the ability to leverage the facility’s power off a forklift truck or vehicle to eliminate the need for batteries and create a continuously operating device.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
Designed to work exclusively with the 12-48V Wire to Wire Battery Eliminator with Power Supply, it eliminates the need for batteries.
Compatible with:
- Alpha-30L
- Alpha-30R Basic Version
- Alpha-30R Premium Version
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