Smart Industrial Benchtop • Value 4.0" Open-Core Desktop PrinterResolution: 300 DPI
Brady BBP12 Compact Desktop Thermal Transfer Label Printer
Choose the BBP12 if you want an economical 300 DPI benchtop printer that runs standard low-cost open rolls without needing proprietary smart cartridges. Engineered specifically for small assembly shops, laboratory sample tracking, shipping/receiving, general wire marking.
Max Width
4.0" (101.6 mm)
Print Speed
4.0 in/sec (101.6 mm/s)
Cartridge System
Supports standard 1.0" and 3.0" open industrial roll cores
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Popular Cartridges & Label Rolls for BBP12 Desktop
Orderable part numbers with Grainger SKUs, roll dimensions, package counts, and list pricing.
THT-53-7425-2-SCGrainger #56KG48
Chemical and Temperature Resistant Polypropylene
Dimensions: 0.5 in H x 2 in W • Roll of 2000 Labels
$227.99 USD
$0.11/labelTHT-179-7425-2-SCGrainger #34CJ15
Chemical and Temperature Resistant Polypropylene
Dimensions: 1 in H x 1 in W • Roll of 2000 Labels
$230.99 USD
$0.12/labelTHT-59-7425-2-SCGrainger #56KG51
Chemical and Temperature Resistant Polypropylene
Dimensions: 0.5 in H x 1 in W • Roll of 2000 Labels
$162.99 USD
$0.081/labelTHT-251-7425-2-SCGrainger #56KG50
Chemical and Temperature Resistant Polypropylene
Dimensions: 0.5 in H x 1 in W x 0.44 in Dia • Roll of 2000 Labels
$233.99 USD
$0.12/labelTHT-137-7425-2-SCGrainger #56KG65
Chemical and Temperature Resistant Polypropylene
Dimensions: 1 in H x 2 in W • Roll of 2000 Labels
$257.99 USD
$0.13/labelTHT-136-7425-2-SCGrainger #56KG64
Chemical and Temperature Resistant Polypropylene
Dimensions: 0.75 in H x 1.5 in W • Roll of 2000 Labels
$231.99 USD
$0.12/labelTHT-235-7425-2-SCGrainger #56KG60
Chemical and Temperature Resistant Polypropylene
Dimensions: 1 in H x 1.5 in W • Pack of 2000 Labels
$245.99 USD
$0.12/labelTHT-37-7425-2-SCGrainger #56KG42
Chemical and Temperature Resistant Polypropylene
Dimensions: 0.5 in H x 1.5 in W • Roll of 2000 Labels
$187.99 USD
$0.094/labelCertified B-Number Materials Supported on BBP12 Desktop
Tested label formulations certified for smooth feeding and high-resolution print quality.
| B-Number | Material Description | Primary Application | Operating Temp Range | Adhesive Type | Datasheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B-109 | TAG Cross laminated polyethylene film tag | -40°C to 90°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-342 | PermaSleeve Marker Irradiated polyolefin heat shrink tubing (3:1 shrink ratio) | Wire identification and insulation purposes | -55°C to 135°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs |
| B-412 | B-412 Thermal Transfer Printable Polypropylene Tag Stock Polypropylene Tag | -40°C to 100°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-423 | BradyBondz(TM) Thermal Transfer Printable Glossy White Polyester Label Stock White polyester with a glossy white finish and a permanent acrylic adhesive, printed by thermal transfer | Electronic PCB and component identification | -70°C to 110°C | Permanent acrylic | Full Specs |
| B-424 | B-424 WhitePaperFinish:MatteAdhesive:PermanentRubber | -40°C to 180°C | PermanentRubber | Full Specs | |
| B-425D | Thermal Transfer Printable Polypropylene Label Stock White polypropylene | -40°C to null°C | Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-427 | Thermal Transfer Printable Translucent Vinyl Tape Translucent vinyl, provided in a self-laminated format with a white printable zone and a translucent overlaminating area, with a permanent acrylic adhesive, printed by thermal transfer | B-427 is an excellent material for wire and cable identification. | -70°C to 70°C | Permanent acrylic | Full Specs |
| B-428 | Thermal Transfer Printable Metallized Polyester Label Stock Metallized polyester label stock, matte with a light gray appearance, permanent acrylic adhesive, printed by thermal transfer | "Designed for applications like rating and serial plates that utilize barcodes, alphanumerics, graphic symbols, and logos that require nameplate-like quality." | -40°C to 120°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs |
| B-430 | BRADYBONDZ™ B -430 THERMAL TRANSFER PRINTABLE GLOSSY CLEAR POLYESTER LABEL STOCK Clear polyester | 70°C to 100°C | Permanent acrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-437 | Thermal Transfer Printable Label Stock Topcoated polyvinylfluoride | Cable and wire bundle applications and label applications where self-extinguishing properties are required | -70°C to 135°C | Permanent acrylic | Full Specs |
| B-449 | B-449 White polypropylene | -40°C to 120°C | Removableacrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-461 | POLYESTER FILM TAPE Polyester | -70°C to 130°C | Permanent acrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-472 | Matte Topcoated Polyimide Wirewrap Label Stock Topcoated 1 mil polyimide | Cable and wire bundle applications and label applications where self-extinguishing properties are required | 100°C to 160°C | Permanent acrylic | Full Specs |
| B-481 | StainerBondz(TM) PolyesterFinish:SatinwhiteAdhesive:Permanentacrylic | -80°C to null°C | Permanentacrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-483A | Thermal Transfer Printable Label Stock White polyester, glossy finish, permanent rubber based adhesive | B-483A is designed for high adhesion to textured metals and low surface energy plastics. | -40°C to 120°C | Permanent Rubber Based | Full Specs |
| B-486B | B-486B THERMAL TRANSFER PRINTABLE METALLIZED POLYESTER LABEL STOCK Metallized Polyester | -40°C to 120°C | Permanent rubber-based | Full Specs | |
| B-488 | B-488 MATTE WHITE POLYESTER LABEL STOCK Polyester | -40°C to 160°C | Permanent acrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-490 | Freezerbondz™ Matte White Polyester Thermal Printable Label Stock White polyester | -196°C to 160°C | Permanent acrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-492 | Freezerbondz White Polyester Thermal Printable Label Stock Polyester - white film with white thermal transfer printable topcoat, permanent acrylic adhesive | Laboratory identification such as vials, centrifuge tubes, test tubes, straws, and slides (stated under APPLICATIONS) | -196°C to 110°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs |
| B-498 | Thermal Transfer Printable, Repositionable Coated Vinyl Cloth Label Stock Coated Vinyl Cloth | Wire, cable, and general identification numbers, letters and conduit and voltage markers | -40°C to 80°C | Repositionable Rubber Based | Full Specs |
| B-533 | B- 533 THERMAL TRANSFER PRINTABLE GLOSSY WHITE POLYESTER LABEL STOCK White Polyester | -94°C to 200°C | Removable Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-718 | THERMAL TRANSFER PRINTABLE GLOSSY WHITE LOW PROFILE STATIC DISSIPATIVE POLYIMIDE LABEL STOCK Polyimide | -65°C to null°C | Static dissipative permanent Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-7425 | B-7425 Polypropylene | -80°C to null°C | PermanentAcrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-7641 | PermaSleeve TM Marker Heatshrinktubing(2:1),lowsmokezerohalogen,flameretardant,polyolefinsleeves | -55°C to 105°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-7642 | PermaSleeve® Marker Heat shrinkable (2:1) polyolefin sleeves | Wire identification and insulation purposes | -55°C to 240°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs |
| B-767 | Thermal Transfer Printable Glossy White Static Dissipative Polyimide Label Polyimide | null°C to 350°C | Static Dissipative Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-768 | THERMAL TRANSFER PRINTABLE GLOSSY WHITE LOW PROFILE STATIC DISSIPATIVE LABEL STOCK Polyimide | -80°C to 260°C | Static Dissipative Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| B-797 | Thermal Transfer Printable Glossy White Polyimide Label Stock Polyimide film with a glossy finish and a permanent acrylic adhesive, printed by thermal transfer | Printed circuit board (PCB) and electronic component pre-process labeling. | -80°C to 300°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs |
| B-8117 | MATTE BLACK LABEL STOCK Polyester | null°C to null°C | Rubber based | Full Specs | |
| R4300 | Series Thermal Transfer Ribbon Thermal transfer ribbon based on a wax/resin formulation, with a polyester base film | 5°C to 35°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| R4400 | R4400 | 5°C to 35°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| R6000 Halogen Free | Halogen Free Series Thermal Transfer Ribbon Thermal transfer ribbon based on a resin formulation, with a polyester base film | 5°C to 35°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| R6200 | R6200 SERIES THERMAL TRANSFER RIBBON | 5°C to 35°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| R6300 | R6300 SERIES THERMAL TRANSFER RIBBON | 5°C to 35°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| R6400 | R6400 SERIES THERMAL TRANSFER RIBBON | 5°C to 35°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| R6600 | R6600 SERIES THERMAL TRANSFER RIBBON | 5°C to 35°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs |
Frequently Asked Questions: Brady BBP12 Compact Desktop Thermal Transfer Label Printer
Q: How does the Smart-Cell RFID technology work in BBP12 Desktop?
Brady cartridges contain an embedded RFID microchip that automatically communicates label dimensions, material type, remaining quantity, and recommended printhead burn temperature to the printer. This enables zero calibration waste—the first label printed is 100% perfectly aligned.
Q: Can I print heat-shrink wire sleeves (B-342) on this printer?
Yes, as long as the sleeve size fits within the maximum print width (4.0" (101.6 mm)). Portable models like the M210 use drop-in M21- series PermaSleeve cartridges, while high-volume benchtops (i3300, i7100) support roll-fed 3:1 sleeves up to 1.5" diameter.