The L801 Label Printer has proven itself to be a very fast and cost-effective printer. How does it stack-up against 1600C, which is also a Memjet-powered label printer.
The Bottom Line: The Afinia L801 Industrial Label Printer is less expensive to acquire and is more capable than the 1600C.
Both printers are powered by Memjet print engines, the fastest desktop printer engine available. They both print at between 30′ and 60′ per minute and produce vibrant labels using proprietary Memjet dye-based ink.
Depending upon where you get your 1600C price quote, the Afinia Label L801 Industrial Label Printer may be many thousands of dollars less. Also, the L801 comes with an enclosed label roll unwinder. It also has three cutting modes: Roll-to-Cut, Print-and-Present, Cut-to-Stack.
| Printer | Afinia Label L801 | 1600C | Afinia Label L801 Advantage |
| MSRP | $7,995USD | $10,500 | 23% Less Expensive |
| Included Unwinder | Yes | No | Included Unwinder |
| Multiple Print Modes | Yes, Cut-to-Roll, Present-and-Print, Print-and-Cut | No | Greater Capability |
| Resolution | 1600x1600dpi/1600x800dpi | 1600x1600dpi/1600x800dpi | – |
| Print Speed | 30fpm/60fpm | 30fpm/60fpm | – |
| Label Print Width Range | 2.0 – 8.5” | 2.0 – 8.5” | – |
| Cost of Changing Printhead | $400 | $400 | – |
| Ink Cartridges | CMYKK | CMYKK | – |
| Ink Cost/250ml | $200 | $200 | – |
Conclusion: Both label printers are based upon the same print engine technology and will deliver high-quality results. The L801 professional label printer will cost thousands of dollars less to acquire, which will decrease the amount of time in which you will experience positive ROI.
This is especially important if you will cost-justify your label printer purchase by printing your labels in-house, which can be a really good idea because you can:
- Print as many labels as you need, when you need them
- Avoid buying more labels than necessary, to meet minimum label purchase requirements
- Avoid discarding labels made obsolete by changes in governmental regulations or ingredients
Note: Product information is from the Afinia Label and the 1600C manufacturer’s respective, or their authorized resellers’, websites and may change without notice. Afinia Label is not affiliated with the manufacturer of the 1600C.
