

The TSC TH220 (TH220-A001-1012) is a compact 2-inch desktop label printer for thermal-transfer and direct-thermal printing at 203 dpi and up to 203 mm/s (8 ips), with a max. print width of 54 mm. This LED version keeps operation simple with status icons and three buttons – ideal when little configuration is needed. It takes 127 mm label rolls and 90 m ribbons (56–58 mm wide), speaks TSPL-EZD with automatic EPL, ZPL and DPL emulation and connects via USB 2.0, RS-232, 10/100 Ethernet and a USB host port. A factory-fitted peel-off module presents each label ready to apply. Supplied with power supply, EU power cord and USB cable – ready to print.
📦 What's in the box – TH220-A001-1012
- ✅ TSC TH220 label printer – 203 dpi, 2" (54 mm), USB 2.0 + RS-232 + Ethernet + USB host
- ✅ Peel-off module (factory-fitted) – dispenses each label from the liner, ready to apply
- ✅ Power supply – external universal power supply, 100–240 V AC → 24 V DC, 60 W
- ✅ Power cord – EU plug (Schuko)
- ✅ USB cable – USB 2.0 A-to-B – connect and print straight away
- ✅ Ribbon take-up core – empty 0.5" paper core for the 90 m ribbon
- ✅ Drivers & software – Windows driver, TSC Console and labeling software – free download from TSC
- ✅ Setup guide
- ❌ Thermal-transfer ribbon – NOT included – needed for thermal-transfer printing only – direct-thermal labels print without a ribbon
- ❌ Labels – NOT included – order labels to suit your application (see compatible labels below)
- ❌ Ethernet (LAN) cable – NOT included – use any standard RJ45 patch cable
✅ Ready to print: power supply, power cord and USB cable are in the box – you only need labels (and a ribbon for thermal-transfer printing).
💡 Useful extras: 57 mm ribbons with the ink on the OUTSIDE on a 0.5" core (max. 90 m), e.g. the TSC 8580-PWR (P159004-001); the TSC OP-COM-0002 external roll mount for large rolls on 3" cores; the TSC WF-DH220-2001 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.0 module for wireless printing.
Key Features
- Thermal transfer and direct thermal at 203 dpi – up to 203 mm/s (8 ips), max. print width 54 mm
- LED status and icon indicators with feed, pause and reprint buttons – no display to configure
- 90 m ribbons on a 0.5" core (ink outside), 56–58 mm wide
- 127 mm (5") label rolls on 25.4–38.1 mm cores, media 15–60 mm wide (down to 10 mm with the optional adaptor); fanfold, black-mark and notched media
- TSPL-EZD firmware with automatic EPL, ZPL/ZPL II and DPL language switching – existing label templates print unchanged
- USB 2.0, RS-232, 10/100 Ethernet and USB host as standard; Wi-Fi 802.11ac + Bluetooth 5.0 or Bluetooth 5.0 modules can be added later
- 128 MB Flash, 128 MB SDRAM, microSD slot (up to 512 GB) and real-time clock
- Remote management via embedded web page, virtual control panel, TSC Console and SOTI Connect; HTTPS, SNMPv3 and 802.1X security
- TPH Care printhead diagnostics, ribbon-low warning and tool-free printhead and platen roller replacement
- Factory-fitted peel-off module for print-and-apply labelling
- Eco design: 100% recyclable packaging and casing made with 30% recycled plastic; 3-year TSC warranty in EMEA
Ideal Applications
- Retail – shelf labels, inventory management and weighing-scale labels
- Transport and logistics – shipping and receiving labels
- Healthcare – specimen, pharmacy and patient-tracking labels
- Apparel – hang tags and textile care labels
- Food and beverage – product labelling and track and trace
All TH Series Versions
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| Part Number | Model | Print Width | Resolution | Display | Media Option | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TH220-A001-0002 | TH220T | 2" (54 mm) | 203 dpi | 3.5" touch LCD | Tear-off | View product |
| TH220-A001-1002 | TH220 | 2" (54 mm) | 203 dpi | LED (no display) | Tear-off | View product |
| TH220-A001-1012 (this version) | TH220 | 2" (54 mm) | 203 dpi | LED (no display) | Peeler | Viewing |
| TH220-A001-1022 | TH220 | 2" (54 mm) | 203 dpi | LED (no display) | Cutter | View product |
| TH220-A001-1032 | TH220 | 2" (54 mm) | 203 dpi | LED (no display) | Care label cutter | View product |
| TH320-A001-0002 | TH320T | 2" (56.9 mm) | 300 dpi | 3.5" touch LCD | Tear-off | View product |
| TH320-A001-1002 | TH320 | 2" (56.9 mm) | 300 dpi | LED (no display) | Tear-off | View product |
| TH320-A001-1012 | TH320 | 2" (56.9 mm) | 300 dpi | LED (no display) | Peeler | View product |
| TH320-A001-1022 | TH320 | 2" (56.9 mm) | 300 dpi | LED (no display) | Cutter | View product |
| TH320-A001-1032 | TH320 | 2" (56.9 mm) | 300 dpi | LED (no display) | Care label cutter | View product |
| TH240-A001-0002 | TH240T | 4" (108 mm) | 203 dpi | 3.5" touch LCD | Tear-off | View product |
| TH240-A001-1002 | TH240 | 4" (108 mm) | 203 dpi | LED (no display) | Tear-off | View product |
| TH340-A001-0002 | TH340T | 4" (105.7 mm) | 300 dpi | 3.5" touch LCD | Tear-off | View product |
| TH340-A001-1002 | TH340 | 4" (105.7 mm) | 300 dpi | LED (no display) | Tear-off | View product |
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | TH220-A001-1012 |
|---|---|
| Model | TSC TH220 (TH Series 2-inch) |
| Printer Type | 2-inch desktop thermal transfer label printer |
| Print Method | Thermal transfer and direct thermal |
| Resolution | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) |
| Print Speed | Up to 203 mm/s (8 ips) |
| Max Print Width | 54 mm (2.13") |
| Max Print Length | 25,400 mm (1,000") |
| Media Width | 15–60 mm (0.59"–2.36"); 10 mm with the optional narrow media adaptor |
| Media Thickness | 0.06–0.19 mm (2.36–7.48 mil) |
| Roll Diameter | 127 mm (5") OD |
| Core Size | 25.4–38.1 mm (1"–1.5") |
| Media Types | Continuous, die-cut, black mark, fanfold, notched (outside wound); label length 5 mm – 25,400 mm |
| Sensors | Transmissive gap sensor, reflective black-mark sensor (position adjustable), ribbon-end sensor, head-open sensor |
| Ribbon | 90 m on 0.5" (12.7 mm) core, max. OD 37 mm; width 56–58 mm; ink coated OUTSIDE |
| Interfaces | USB 2.0, RS-232 serial, internal Ethernet 10/100 Mbps, USB host; microSD card slot |
| Wireless | None as standard – optional Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac + Bluetooth 5.0 combo module or Bluetooth 5.0 module |
| Processor | 32-bit RISC CPU |
| Memory | 128 MB Flash, 128 MB SDRAM; microSD expansion up to 512 GB (FAT32/exFAT) |
| Real-Time Clock | Standard |
| Printer Languages | TSPL-EZD with automatic EPL, ZPL, ZPL II and DPL language switching |
| Fonts / Character Sets | 8 alphanumeric bitmap fonts; Monotype true-type engine with CG Triumvirate Bold Condensed; ARIALUNI.TTF Unicode font (UTF-8); 0/90/180/270° rotation |
| Barcodes | 1D: Code 39, Code 93, Code 128 (UCC, subsets A/B/C), Codabar, Interleaved 2 of 5, EAN-8, EAN-13, EAN-128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN/UPC add-on, MSI, Plessey, Postnet, China Post, ITF-14, EAN-14, Code 11, Telepen, Planet, Code 49, Deutsche Post Identcode/Leitcode, LOGMARS; 2D: TLC39, Codablock F, PDF417, MicroPDF417, MaxiCode, DataMatrix, QR Code, Aztec, GS1 DataBar |
| Display | No display – LED status and icon indicators; power, feed, pause and reprint buttons |
| Media Options | Peel-off module (factory-fitted) |
| Options | Peel-off module, guillotine cutter, care label cutter, Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.0 combo module, Bluetooth 5.0 module, external label roll mount, KP-200 Plus keyboard, 10 mm narrow media adaptor |
| Management & Security | Internal embedded web page, virtual control panel, TSC Console, SOTI Connect (licence); HTTPS, SNMPv3, 802.1X, TCP/IP port 9100 filter; TPH Care printhead diagnostics |
| Power Supply | External universal switching power supply: 100–240 V AC, 1.5 A, 50–60 Hz input; 24 V DC, 2.5 A, 60 W output |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 146 × 231 × 179 mm (W × D × H) |
| Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Color | Black |
| Operating Temperature | 0–40 °C, 25–85% RH non-condensing |
| Storage Temperature | −40–60 °C, 10–90% RH non-condensing |
| Certifications | CB, FCC Class B, IC, cTÜVus, NOM, CE Class B, UKCA, EAC, CCC, RCM, BSMI, ENERGY STAR 3.0; RoHS, REACH, WEEE |
| Warranty | Printer: 3 years (TSC EMEA, purchases from 1 June 2024); printhead 25 km or 12 months, platen 50 km or 12 months (whichever comes first) |
| In the Box | TSC TH220 printer (203 dpi, LED indicators, no display, USB 2.0 + RS-232 + Ethernet + USB host, factory-fitted peel-off module), external power supply (24 V DC, 60 W), power cord (EU Schuko plug), USB cable, empty 0.5" ribbon paper core, quick start guide – ribbon and labels NOT included |
Need a different width, resolution, display or media option? All TH Series versions are listed above. Compare other models in our Desktop Label Printers collection or contact our team for volume pricing.
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