F502 Fanfold Color Label Printer
Top Uses & Applications
Get exactly the print you need
With DuraPrime™ Duo Ink Technology
Whether you need water-resistant, durable labels or something eye-catching for the retail shelf, the F502’s dual ink capability has you covered. With pigment and dye inks that each have their own advantages, you get the best of both worlds with the F502.
All-steel industrial design, improved toolbox functionality, 2x faster printing*, and durable pigment inks make the F502 extremely rugged and versatile.
*As compared to the original F501 Color Label Printer
- Fanfold input
- Dual-ink capability (dye & pigment)
- Separate CMYK inks for economy
- BS5609-certified pigment inks
Pigment and Dye-based Labels
Pigment-based prints are highly resistant to the challenges of moisture, abrasion, sun-fading, and extreme temperature. This makes the F502 perfect for packaging requiring GHS compliance, as well as those with high exposure to moisture, such as beverages and bath products.
The F502’s dye-based prints are high-impact, colorful, and vibrant, making them ideal for prime labeling applications, such as in retail environments.
Enjoy the durability of pigment and the vibrancy of dye inks in the same printer. The F502’s ink interchangeability offers a level of versatility never before experienced in the label printing world.
BS5609 Certified for Durable Labels
The F502 has been tested and certified to produce BS 5609-compliant and GHS (Globally Harmonized System) labels, which helps keep chemical manufacturers in compliance with packaging and transportation requirements. This testing evaluates the permanence of the print through abrasion and submersion in salt water for a period of 90 days.
The F502 is perfect for chemical drum label applications, and for those looking to replace their legacy pin-fed systems.
Built for Industrial Use
The heavy-duty construction of the F502 color label printer includes an all-steel industrial cover, with a window for print bed visibility and status monitoring. It also includes improved sensors which allow for greater compatibility with specialty media, such as reflective metallic material. In addition to the standard roll-fed model, the F502 is also available in a roll-compatible version (L502) with the same build quality and basic feature set.
Improvements extend to the F502 Color Label Printer toolbox, allowing for increased control, including ‘Pause’ and ‘Cut’ functions. Firmware upgrades can also now be more easily performed.
Versatility Meets Economy
Not only is the F502 one of the most versatile desktop fanfold label printers on the market, it offers great value for small to mid-sized label applications. Separate CMYK ink cartridges contribute to a lower cost per label, since only colors that are empty need to be replaced.
Printer | |
|---|---|
| Print technology: | HP Thermal Inkjet |
| Inks: | Option of Dye or Pigment — Individual Cyan/Magenta/Yellow (26ml), Individual Black (78.4ml) |
| Print resolution: | Up to 4800 dpi |
| Print speed: | Artwork-dependent, Approximately 5.2 in/sec (13.2cm/sec) printing a 2.2in (56mm) wide image in normal mode |
| Print width: | 1.0"–8.5" (25.4mm–215.9mm) |
| Print length: | 0.75"–48" (19mm–1219.2mm) |
Media | |
| Media types: | Compatible with a range of paper, polyester, polypropylene, and vinyl label stocks |
| Media width: | 1.5"–8.65" (38.1mm–219.7mm) including liner |
| Thickness | 0.004"–0.01" (0.1mm–0.3mm) |
| Media sensors: | Gap, continuous, black mark. Auto-calibrating |
| Die-cut label gap: | 0.125" (3.0mm) |
| Black mark: | 0.125" (3.0mm) – 0.3" (8.0mm) Height, ≤1.25" (31.75mm) Width |
General | |
| Cutter/sheeter: | Powered |
| Input: | 8.65" (219.7mm) max width, 6" (152.4mm) height from tabletop (unlimited capacity below) |
| Interfaces: | USB 2.0 connection and 10/100 Base-Tx Ethernet |
| Operating Systems: | Windows 10/11, 64-bit, Intel/AMD x86/x64 only. ARM/Snapdragon not supported. |
| Display: | 2" mono display with buttons |
| Operating temperature: | 59°–90°F (15°–32°C) |
| Storage temperature: | -40°–140°F (-40°–60°C) |
| Operating humidity: | 20–80% RH |
| Non-operating humidity: | 10–90% |
| Dimensions: | 20" (508mm) W x 20.125" (511mm) D x 9.75" (248mm) H |
| Weight: | 33.6 lbs. (15.24kg) |
| Agency Certifications | CE, FCC |
| Warranty: | One year |
| Afinia part numbers: | F502 w/ Dye Inks: 35431 Dye Printhead and Ink Set: 30986 Cyan Ink - Dye: 30636 Magenta Ink - Dye: 30643 Yellow Ink - Dye: 30650 Black Ink - Dye: 30657 F502 w/ Pigment Inks: 35424 Pigment Printhead and Ink Set: 30993 Cyan Ink - Pigment: 30664 Magenta Ink - Pigment: 30671 Yellow Ink - Pigment: 30687 Black Ink - Pigment: 30685 |
F502 — General
What is the Afinia Label F502?
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What monthly print volume is the F502 designed for?
What makes the F502 well suited for industrial use?
What is the difference between the F502 and L502?
F502 — Print Speed and Quality
How fast does the F502 print?
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What is the maximum print width?
Can label designs and content be changed between print jobs?
Can the F502 print white ink?
F502 — Pigment Ink and Print Durability
What ink does the F502 use?
When should I use pigment ink with the F502?
Can the F502 produce BS 5609-compliant labels?
Do I have to replace all of the F502 ink colors at once?
How much does it cost to print a label on the F502?
F502 — Label Materials and Sizes
What types of label materials can the F502 print on?
What label sizes does the F502 support?
What media thickness does the F502 support?
What types of media sensing does the F502 support?
F502 — Fanfold Media and Production
Why does the F502 use fanfold media?
How much fanfold media can be fed into the F502?
Does the F502 include a cutter?
F502 — Software and Connectivity
What connectivity options does the F502 offer?
What operating systems are supported by the F502?
How can I determine whether the F502 is right for my application?
Talk to a Label Printing Specialist
Tell us about your application, label size, and monthly volume. We’ll help you choose the right printer, media, and finishing workflow for your business.
- Get pricing and product recommendations
- Ask about label materials and compatibility
- Find the right setup for your production volume
