Zebra GK420T Label Printer w/ Zebra SKDU Keyboard – 974-140

Retail Price: $250

The Zebra GK420T is a desktop thermal transfer label printer commonly used in shipping, warehousing, retail, and logistics operations. Paired with a Zebra SKDU keyboard display unit, the system allows operators to print labels directly from the printer without requiring a connected computer. This setup supports efficient label production for inventory tracking, shipping labels, barcodes, and product identification.

Main Machine

The GK420T printer uses thermal transfer or direct thermal printing technology to produce barcodes, text, and graphics on adhesive labels. The SKDU keyboard display unit connects directly to the printer, allowing operators to enter label data and print labels as a standalone system in warehouse or packaging environments.

Included Components

• Zebra GK420T thermal label printer
• Zebra SKDU keyboard display unit

Features

• Thermal transfer and direct thermal label printing
• Standalone label printing using SKDU keyboard
• OpenACCESS clamshell design for easy media loading
• Auto-calibration for label alignment
• USB, serial, and parallel connectivity interfaces

Typical Applications

• Shipping and logistics label printing
• Warehouse inventory labeling
• Barcode and product identification labels
• Retail and asset tracking applications

Technical Specifications

• Print Method: Thermal Transfer / Direct Thermal
• Print Resolution: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
• Maximum Print Width: 4.09 in (104 mm)
• Maximum Print Speed: Up to 5 in/sec (127 mm/sec)
• Maximum Print Length: 39 in (991 mm)
• Media Width Range: 0.75 in – 4.25 in (19 – 108 mm)
• Maximum Roll Diameter: 5 in (127 mm)
• Ribbon Length: 244 ft (74 m)
• Interfaces: USB, Serial, Parallel
• Power Requirements: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz