Epson ColorWorks CW-C6000 4" color label printer

The Epson ColorWorks CW-C6000 is a rugged, industrial-grade 4-inch color label printer engineered for demanding mission-critical environments. Designed as a true color upgrade to black-and-white thermal transfer printers, it delivers fast output up to 5? per second, exceptional 1200 dpi print quality, and compatibility with ZPL II?, SAP?, major middleware, and automation systems. With models available in both Auto Cutter (A) and Peel-and-Present (P) configurations, as well as Gloss and Matte ink variants, the CW-C6000 adapts to a wide range of labeling workflows.

Best-fit Uses

• GHS chemical and industrial compliance labels
• Manufacturing, warehousing, and inventory labeling
• Product, packaging, and branding labels
• On-demand variable data and serialized labels

Key Features

• Engineered for Reliability: built for mission-critical, high-duty environments
• High Productivity: print speeds up to 5?/sec (in Max Speed Mode)
• Outstanding Print Quality: up to 1200 ? 1200 dpi with variable droplet sizes
• Industrial PrecisionCore? TFP? printhead with Nozzle Verification Technology
• Gloss & Matte Ink Models: optimized output based on media type
• Durable Pigment Inks: BS 5609-certified when used with approved media
• Automation Ready: built-in applicator I/O port; peel-and-present option
• Seamless Integration: ZPL II?, ESC/Label?, SAP?, Windows?, macOS?, Linux?
• Remote Management: fleet monitoring, firmware updates, status alerts
• Connectivity: Ethernet and USB 2.0

Printer

• Print Method: Serial Inkjet PrecisionCore? TFP?
• Resolution: up to 1200 ? 1200 dpi
• Security: Nozzle Verification Technology, auto maintenance, missing-dot compensation
• Control Panel: 2.7? color display with 13-key operation pad
• Barcode Support: UPC-A/E, Code39, Code128, QR, DataMatrix, PDF417, GS1 formats
• Cutter Life (A models): up to 1.5M cuts (paper), 0.5M (synthetic)
• Peel-and-Present (P models): integrated label-taking sensor
• Printhead Life: 200 km feed (7.8 million inches)

Ink

• Ink Type: UltraChrome? DL pigment
• Cartridges: CMYK (individual)
• Black Options: Gloss Black (wider media compatibility) or Matte Black (richer blacks on matte media)
• Durability: BS 5609-certified (with approved media)

Media

• Media Sources: internal roll, rear fan-fold feed, external unwinder
• Media Types: matte paper, gloss paper, high-gloss synthetic, PET film, fine paper, uncoated
• Thickness: 0.005??0.009? (0.129?0.236 mm)
• Media Width (A models): 1.0??4.4? (25?112 mm)
• Media Width (P models): 2.0??4.4? (50.8?112 mm)
• Label Length: 0.31??24? (8?610 mm)
• Core Diameter: 3? (76 mm)
• Roll OD: up to 8? (203 mm)
• Sensors: gap sensor (adjustable), black mark sensor

General

• Interfaces: USB 2.0, Ethernet
• Printer Languages: ZPL II?, ESC/Label?, command extensions
• OS Support: Windows?, macOS?, Linux?, Windows Server?
• Automation: 25-pin I/O port for pause, clean, print, readiness and supply status
• Remote Management: Epson Device Admin, WebConfig, Deployment Tool
• Operating Temperature: 41?95?F (5?35?C)
• Power: 50?60 W printing; 4.1?4.4 W standby
• Acoustic Noise: ~55 dB(A)
• Compliance: FCC/ICES-003, VCCI, CE, UL/CSA
• In the Box: Printer, AC cable, ink set (CMY + Gloss/Matte Black), maintenance box, documentation
• Warranty: 1-year limited (Return for Repair)

Weight & Dimensions

• Printer Weight: 50.7 lb (23.0 kg)
• Shipping Weight: 75 lb (34 kg)
• Printer Size: 13.4? ? 22.2? ? 12.8?
• Shipping Dimensions: 19.5? ? 27? ? 18.5?