Brother Label Printer QL-710W with USB and Wireless Networking ~ $98 Delivered (Amazon.com)

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cheepwun on 22/04/2014 - 20:33 amazon.com (330 clicks)
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You aren't still writing on envelopes and packages and household goods by hand, are you? If so, here's a chance to look more professional (without necessarily being more professional). You have not lived until you've sent a print job to a label printer, friends. Watch in awe as the machine spits out a perfectly-cut sticky label for you at lightning speed. All that's left for you to do is peel the back and bung it on whatever package, envelope or household item you want labelled.

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Much like our friend (or brother?) the Brother QL-720NW https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/138935, this model has wireless networking in addition to USB (but omits ethernet and serial interfaces found in its bigger bro). It comes in a fetching white body. It doesn't seem to be selling in Australia.

pricing

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69.02 USD Brother QL-710W
19.76 USD AmazonGlobal Standard delivery

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~98 Australian dollars (accounting for some currency conversion thievery)

As a point of reference, Officeworks is selling the model without wi-fi for a laughable $128. Ho, ho, ho. http://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/brother-ql-70… The one with wi-fi (and ethernet, and serial) goes for $228 so that's quite a jump to get wi-fi. http://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/officeworks/brother-ql-72… Cue more laughter. What if we just want USB and wi-fi interfaces? Tough bikkies. Fork out or go home. Or import :)

USA voltage
It's quite likely a $20 voltage converter will be required before you blow up your house, as discussed here:
https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/138935

I am using the bigger bro QL-720NW with a voltage converter and things are running fine.
Enjoy wi-fi label printing on the cheap. If you are too scared about all this, please buy the items locally (or visit the relatively expensive UK and DE amazon stores for models that work here without buying anything but a simple travel adaptor)

Enjoy.

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  ozzie on 22/04/2014 - 20:56

  +1

  Hi cheepwun…..is it "compatible" with the "nightmare" that is Windows 8.1??!!

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    cheepwun on 22/04/2014 - 21:15

    http://support.brother.com/g/b/downloadlist.aspx?c=us&lang=e…
    Software for Windows 8 is available. Brother says that Windows 8 software is compatible with 8.1 so the answer appears to be yes.

    I have been using the QL-720NW on Windows 8 (not windows 8.1) without issue, so if the QL-710W is anything like it, it should work.

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  lachlan1 on 22/04/2014 - 21:13

  +1

  How much does it costs for a roll of labels? And are you able to buy the labels in australia or do you need to source it from amazon?

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    cheepwun on 22/04/2014 - 21:34

    +4

    Cost varies depending on what size label or continuous roll you load in the machine, but you should get some starter rolls in the box to get you going. All of them are adhesive on the back. Continuous rolls like the DK-2205 are cut by the machine and size (length) varies on what you specify in the software. Labels like DK-1201 are lots of pre-cut rectangles with rounded corners on a long roll. The machine simply prints on them and you peel them off (you get nice rounded corners). The machine should come with a sheet explaining all the label choices to alleviate any confusion as to which you may want.

    I have bought:
    DK-2205 (DK tape) 62mm wide tape, continuous roll (machine cuts to size)
    DK-1201 (DK label) 29 x 90.3 mm pre-cut labels (machine prints on each label and cuts it off ready for the next pre-cut label to be printed)

    It will all make sense once you start using the machine if it doesn't already :)
    The machines are thermal, so they use no toner. The 'expensive consumable' is the paper.
    ;)

    I have yet to try third-party ones, but will as soon as my supplies dry up. I don't do high volumes so that may take a while.

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      lachlan1 on 22/04/2014 - 21:41

      thanks for the detailed reply but do you know what the rough costs are and where did you source the paper rolls from? Just want a ball park idea of the on going costs to see if it is worthwhile for me to do.

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        cheepwun on 22/04/2014 - 21:51

        +1

        Take a look at Officeworks and Amazon for pricing. I got some rolls from Amazon. Cost can vary quite a bit depending on which continuous rolls or labels you are using (it can take various types) and whether or not you are using third-party stuff too, and whether you want to get ripped off in Australia or not :-)

        DK-2205 (for example)

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        amazon $15.20 USD http://www.amazon.com/Brother-Continuous-30-4m-Paper-DK-2205…
        officeworks $48.20 AUD http://www.officeworks.com.au/shop/SearchDisplay?pageSize=24…

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        The third-party stuff can be found on Amazon and ebay (and elsewhere) and that's even cheaper. Just type in the relevant model number of the paper and you should be able to find compatibles. Of course amazon adds a few bucks every time you add something to your cart, but it's still a lot cheaper than local.

        I got some brother supplies from Amazon, but I'll be going third-party when they run out. The machine should come with some rolls though, so you can start printing immediately.

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  leetec on 22/04/2014 - 23:38

  I actually preferred the handwriting label, it gives me warm and live feeling, as long as the writing is clear. In office I use label paper with normal printer, much cheaper and less mess. My clients use label printer for particular case, like say need to fill customer detail quickly, then the label printer is the best to go.

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  SrMoure on 23/04/2014 - 09:59

  +1

  Voltage converters are a pain. You need to put one over the other and if the plug is vertical sometimes disconnects.

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    cheepwun on 23/04/2014 - 12:01

    You can get 300W 240-110V step-down converters for $29 on ebay delivered. These are the big kind with 2 plugs for you to plug overseas stuff into. You can opt for these if you want. They should work with more devices as well as be very heavy and stable, but they take more room. My larger unit hums a bit too. The good thing is you don't just buy them for one device, so chances are you will use them for something else.

    If you can only buy one, I'd recommend spending on the bigger ones unless portability is a concern. They are much more money anyway.

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      cheepwun on 23/04/2014 - 13:29

      *aren't much more money, I meant.

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    cheepwun on 23/04/2014 - 19:02

    Voltage converters are a pain. You need to put one over the other and if the plug is vertical sometimes disconnects.

    Another point to consider if your AU-to-US adaptor disconnects while using a small voltage converter:
    search ebay for a 3-pin AU travel adaptor

    They are much better than the 2-pin jobbies and you can get them for a mere $1. It took me a while to notice this, and now I wouldn't buy any of the 2-pin jobbies. Things should stay on good since the 3-pin models are secured with 3 pins and have more surface area. But again, this is no problem if you get a larger 200W or 300W or 500W voltage converter, which is probably what you want for the longer-term anyway.

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  cheepwun on 25/04/2014 - 10:45

  It looks like Amazon has switched the link to a third-party seller and they have temporarily stopped offering the item direct. Worth a look to see when they start selling them again for those that missed out.

  Price has gone up from third-party sellers.
  Marking as expired.