In control cabinets, wiring harnesses, and field installations, accurate cable identification is critical. Tube Printers are designed to streamline the tube marking process by combining stable feeding, precise printing, and efficient cutting options. The result is professional-grade tube labels that support clean wiring, easier maintenance, and faster troubleshooting.
Product Specifications
| Model | TP80A | TP86A |
| External functions | Standalone operation + PC control + Bluetooth connection | Same as TP80A |
| Printing method | Thermal transfer printing | Same as TP80A |
| Resolution | 300 dpi | Same as TP80A |
| Font selection (on device) | Labels: No. 1–7; Sleeves: No. 1–7; Heat-shrink tubing: No. 1–7; Marker strips: No. 1–2 | Same as TP80A |
| Segment length setting | 6–100 mm | Same as TP80A |
| Repeat count | 1–200 times | Same as TP80A |
| Printable sleeve size | 0.3²–10.0² | Same as TP80A |
| Printable label width | 6 mm, 9 mm, 12 mm | Same as TP80A |
| Printable heat-shrink tubing size | Ø1.0–Ø6.0 | Same as TP80A |
| Printable marker strip size | 4 mm | Same as TP80A |
| Print/cut speed | 50 segments/min (half-cut, 20 mm/segment) | Same as TP80A |
| Display | LCD with white backlight; displays 5 lines of text; 10 preset settings | Same as TP80A |
| Printable characters | Chinese, English, numbers, special symbols | Same as TP80A |
| Input method | English, full Pinyin | Same as TP80A |
| Storable files | 64 files; 200 segments per file | 64 files; with a standalone SD card, stores approx. 200 files; 200 segments per file |
| Material cutting mode | Automatic half-cut, automatic full-cut | Same as TP80A |
| Feeding method | Automatic tube feeding | Same as TP80A |
| Keyboard | Built-in Chinese keyboard (78-key standard keyboard) | Same as TP80A |
| Power supply | DC 13.5 V, 3 A (cable and adapter are 3C certified) | Same as TP80A |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 319 mm × 276 mm × 94.5 mm | Same as TP80A |
| Weight | 3.2 kg | Same as TP80A |
| Operating ambient temperature | 15°C to 35°C | Same as TP80A |
FAQ
What is a tube printer used for?
It is used to print identification on tubes or sleeves for wire and cable marking, helping improve installation accuracy and traceability.
Can the printed text remain clear after shrinking (for heat shrink tubes)?
Yes. With compatible tubes and ribbon selection, the marking remains readable after shrinking.
Does it support different tube sizes?
Yes. Tube printers support a range of tube diameters depending on the model configuration.