Brother PT-E550 label printer opinions

[markadams]

Hi,

I am looking to purchase a new label printer, I notice that CEF had the Brother PT-E550 kit on sale, does anyone own one and can give an opinion?

I only do domestic wiring so it would be used for labelling CU's, cables and fused spurs etc.

Any opinions welcome.

 

[Swcfisher]

It's not a bad printer can take some getting used to as it does so much, look at the price of cartridges before buying one....

 

[markadams]

It's not a bad printer can take some getting used to as it does so much, look at the price of cartridges before buying one....

Would you recommend something else instead?

 

[amlu]

you can get "unbranded" compatible tapes from the net, half price the genuine ones.

only alternative to brother is dymo, roughly the same prices and features.

 

[stevethesparks]

In my opinion its an excellent printer for electricians. Its far easier to use when linking it to the "brother label tool" app. I think screwfix might have had a special offer on it, not sure if that is still in place.

 

[DuaneMHunt1976]

i think that was last week and its ended was £81 i think.. i had it saved in my basket and was still that price n Friday
but today its up to £162

 

[Swcfisher]

Denmans were giving them away when buying certain products (can't remember what) check out the current connector catalogue its in there somewhere

 

[KoFi]

Highly recommended especially when used with the app IOS or Android
print your own custom safety labels etc print on shrink-wrap tube

bought mine 2014 After demo at Sandown Elex show
specialist tapes costly but if serious and professional cost should be allowed in to job price to produce a A class end Result:sorcerer:

 

[markadams]

Highly recommended especially when used with the app IOS or Android
print your own custom safety labels etc print on shrink-wrap tube

bought mine 2014 After demo at Sandown Elex show
specialist tapes costly but if serious and professional cost should be allowed in to job price to produce a A class end Result:sorcerer:

I just purchased one at £130 inc vat, looks a great bit of kit.

 

[HandySparks]

For those who've been using the Brother label printers for a few years, be aware that, unlike the PT-7600, the PT-E550 doesn't work with the original TZ tapes, only the TZe ones.

I wasn't planning on running two label printers until the assortment of old tape is used up. Grrr!

 

[KoFi]

For those who've been using the Brother label printers for a few years, be aware that, unlike the PT-7600, the PT-E550 doesn't work with the original TZ tapes, only the TZe ones.

I wasn't planning on running two label printers until the assortment of old tape is used up. Grrr!

I also had the PT-7600 before upgrading the holes are different on the TZe I sold old brother and put towards new printer
Most manufactures tweak accessories or change consumables on upgrade +more ££££ I am changing My W639 van this year and roof rails still fit W447 Sport X ;-) LoL

 

[PEG]

Highly recommended especially when used with the app IOS or Android
print your own custom safety labels etc print on shrink-wrap tube

bought mine 2014 After demo at Sandown Elex show
specialist tapes costly but if serious and professional cost should be allowed in to job price to produce a A class end Result:sorcerer:

In memory of Mr.Kwok,i read this sentence in his voice...it sounded great...

...Also you are correct,the good quality TZe tapes are lovely and long-lasting,making even a cruddy accessory,look tidy.

I decorated up,all the plug-tops,whilst learning how mine worked,to save the missus from looking like a Carry-on film P.O.switch-board operator,when charging her phone :smile5: