Brady Introduces Portable Industrial Label Printer i4311 with 4-Inch Width
Brady Corporation has launched the BradyPrinter i4311, a hybrid industrial label printer that combines benchtop performance with cordless mobility. The device addresses limitations of existing mobile printers, particularly label width and integration, and targets industrial identification workflows.
Bridging Mobile and Benchtop Printing
With the BradyPrinter i4311, Brady Corporation positions a new device category between mobile and stationary label printers. The system supports label widths up to 101.60 mm, exceeding typical mobile printer limits and enabling broader industrial use cases.
This extended width allows applications such as work-in-progress tags, rating plates, cable identification, asset labels, and GHS-compliant chemical labels. For system integrators and industrial users, this expands the scope of mobile labeling into areas traditionally reserved for fixed installations.
Battery Operation for Industrial Workflows
The printer operates without a fixed power supply and is designed for mobile deployment across production, maintenance, or laboratory environments. A single battery charge supports up to 5,000 large labels, with recharge times of approximately 3.5 hours.
Battery swapping is supported to minimize downtime. Additional features include a battery-saving mode when the device is idle, reflecting requirements from industrial users for extended uptime and operational continuity.
Connectivity and System Integration
The i4311 supports multiple connectivity options, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, and USB-C. Labels can be printed directly from mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets, as well as from laptops or central enterprise systems.
Integration into existing infrastructures is enabled via a software development kit and support for Zebra Programming Language. This allows system integrators to incorporate the printer into automated identification and data capture workflows without significant adaptation.
On-Device Operation and Template Management
The device includes a 7-inch touchscreen that enables standalone operation, including label design and printing without external devices. Users can store up to 85,000 label templates locally and complete them via an on-device input interface.
This capability supports decentralized labeling scenarios, for example in field service or distributed production environments, where direct system access may be limited.
Hardware Design Based on User Feedback
According to Brady, the i4311 incorporates feedback from long-term industrial customers. The device measures 23 x 23 x 33 cm and weighs 5.9 kg, balancing portability with industrial robustness.
Design elements such as an optimized handle and simplified battery replacement aim to improve usability in operational environments, including manufacturing floors and maintenance tasks.
Material Compatibility and Automation Features
The printer is compatible with over 1,300 label materials from Brady, covering a wide range of industrial requirements. Integrated LabelSense technology automatically configures print settings based on the loaded material, reducing setup time and user intervention.
Additionally, the printer supports Brady’s mobile applications, which enable functions such as barcode scanning via smartphone, text extraction from images, and voice-controlled printing using BradyVoice.
Relevance for Industrial Identification
The BradyPrinter i4311 extends mobile labeling capabilities into areas requiring larger formats and tighter system integration. For solution providers and end users, this enables more flexible deployment of identification processes without sacrificing industrial-grade performance.
The device is particularly relevant in environments where labeling tasks are distributed, dynamic, or require integration with digital workflows and data capture systems.
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