Label printer Citizen CL-S400DT

The Citizen CL-S400DT is a compact direct thermal label printer designed for reliable desktop use. With a metal mechanism and a small footprint, it delivers consistent performance for printing labels, tags, tickets and passes in retail, logistics and office environments.

Advantages

The CL-S400DT combines a durable, self-contained metal mechanism with a compact black housing to provide long-term reliability in continuous use. It supports direct thermal printing at up to 203 x 203 dpi and a print speed of 150 mm/sec, offering clear barcodes and shipping labels while remaining easy to operate and maintain.

Suitable for

• Shipping and postage labels
• Barcode labels for retail and inventory
• Event tickets and access passes
• Product and asset tags

Key specifications

• Print technology: Direct thermal
• Maximum resolution: 203 x 203 dpi
• Maximum print speed: 150 mm/sec
• Maximum printing width: 104.1 mm
• Product colour: Black
• Weight: 2.68 kg
• Wi‑Fi: No
• Ethernet LAN: No

How to use

Install the Citizen CL-S400DT on a stable desktop surface and connect it to a host computer using the supported interface. Load direct thermal label media according to the user manual, adjust label guides to the media width and configure print settings (resolution and speed) in the driver or application. Use compatible label design software to create templates and send print jobs from your point-of-sale or inventory system.

Recommendations

Use direct thermal media designed for desktop printers and store labels away from heat and sunlight to preserve print quality. For consistent barcode readability, select high-contrast thermal labels and verify scanner compatibility. Regularly clean the printhead and mechanism following the manufacturer’s maintenance instructions to ensure stable operation.