Honeywell A42BT 4x6 Bluetooth label printer
Prints 4 x 6 inch shipping labels wirelessly via Bluetooth or USB with inkless direct-thermal technology at 150 mm/s and 203 DPI resolution
- Interface typeUSB
- Printing methodDirect Thermal
- Printer categoryDesktop
- Supported barcodesWireless Bluetooth Connection
- Cutter typeRewind
- Ribbon typeNO, Thermal
- Inkless thermal printing eliminates ink costs
- Prints up to 72 labels per minute at 150 mm/s
- Crisp 203 DPI output for clear barcodes and text
- Bluetooth and USB connectivity for phones, tablets and computers
- Supports label widths from 1.57" to 4.3" including 4x6 shipping labels
Product Identity
The Honeywell A42BT is a direct thermal desktop printer built for 4 x 6 inch shipping labels. It targets small businesses and online sellers who need inkless output for platforms such as USPS, Amazon, Etsy and Shopify. Bluetooth and USB interfaces cover iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and Linux. The unit weighs 0.86 pounds and measures 14.33 x 12.83 x 9.06 inches.
Thermals Noise Power
Direct thermal technology eliminates ink, toner and ribbon supplies, so there is no consumable heat source beyond the print head. The mechanism runs at up to 150 mm per second, producing roughly 72 labels per minute at 203 DPI resolution. Media width ranges from 1.57 to 4.3 inches, covering fanfold and roll formats. No acoustic or power-draw figures are supplied.
Sustained Load Behaviour
The print head is rated for 750,000 labels, which the supplier states is five times the lifespan of standard printers. A rewind cutter handles continuous rolls without manual tearing. Bluetooth pairing requires the FlashLabel Pro app on mobile and macOS, while Windows, ChromeOS and Linux can use USB with an auto-installing driver. Extended sessions stay consistent because the direct thermal engine has no ribbon to replace or jam.
How it compares
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- Price $52.99
- Cheaper than about 69% of the 849 comparable items (median $84.99).
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Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | Honeywell |
| Model name | A42BT |
| Part number | A42BT |
| Printer category | Desktop |
| Ports & slots | |
| Interface type | USB |
| Size & build | |
| Product dimensions | 14.33 in W × 12.83 in H × 9.06 in D |
| Product weight | 0.86 lb (0.39 kg) |
| Compatibility | |
| Accepted media sizes | 4 × 6 in |
| Supported platforms | Certified for Windows Vista |
| Software | |
| Pre-installed software | Wireless Bluetooth Connection |
| More details | |
| Printing method | Direct Thermal |
| Supported barcodes | Wireless Bluetooth Connection |
| Cutter type | Rewind |
| Ribbon type | NO, Thermal |
| Print dimensions | 4 × 6 in |
Questions about this item
How do I pair the A42BT with the FlashLabel Pro app on my iPhone or Android?
Install FlashLabel Pro from the App Store or Google Play, enable Bluetooth on the phone, open the app and follow its in-app pairing steps — do not pair from the system Bluetooth settings, or the connection will fail.
What consumable will the A42BT need over its 750000-label rated life?
Only direct-thermal 4 x 6 inch label rolls or fanfold stock between 40 mm and 110 mm wide; the printer uses no ribbon, ink or toner.
At what print speed does the A42BT reach its 72-label-per-minute maximum?
The 150 mm/s top speed delivers roughly 72 labels per minute; sustained runs at that rate will eventually hit the thermal printhead's duty-cycle limit before any mechanical part wears out.
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