Are Betckey Zebra Labels Compatible with Xprinter, Nelko, and Jadens Label Printers?

In our previous discussions on Zebra labels and Zebra printers, we mentioned that paper thickness is a factor for compatibility. However, this is just one optional parameter and not a strict necessity. You can see that except for Zebra, many other printer manufacturers don’t provides paper thickness data for their printers.

Paper thickness refers to the thickness of the label paper that can pass through the printer's printing slot. Thermal paper thickness can be calculated based on the gram per square meter (gsm) of the paper. Common thermal paper gsm and their corresponding thicknesses are as follows:

- 48gsm thermal paper: 52μm (0.052mm)

- 60gsm thermal paper: 60μm (0.06mm)

- 70gsm thermal paper: 92–98μm (0.098mm)

- 80gsm thermal paper: 90μm (0.09mm)

- 100gsm thermal paper: 95μm (0.095mm)

- 135gsm thermal paper: 120μm (0.12mm)

- 175gsm thermal paper: 190μm (0.19mm)

The Maximum thickness of thermal paper for labels is just a few fractions of a millimeter, and since most printers have slightly wider printing slots, paper thickness is generally not a critical factor for compatibility. Now, let's dive into the compatibility of Betckey Zebra labels with the Xprinter365b, Nelko PL70E-1, and Jadens268BT.

Betckey-compatible Zebra labels are designed for thermal label printers , and their compatibility with Xprinter models depends on factors like label width, roll diameter, and core size . Below is a detailed analysis of their compatibility with different Xprinter desktop printers.

Compatible Xprinter Desktop Printers

1. XP-423B

   • ✅ Compatible
   • Supported Label Width: 1.18 in. - 4.56 in. (30 mm - 116 mm)
   • Media Roll Size: 4 in. (101.6 mm) Outer Diameter
   • Core Inner Diameter: 1 in. (25.4 mm) - 1.5 in. (38.1 mm)
   • Reason: Betckey Zebra labels fit within these size specifications, making them a perfect match.

2. XP-428B

   • ✅ Compatible
   • Supported Label Width: 1 in. - 4.56 in. (25.4 mm - 116 mm)
   • Media Roll Size: 4 in. (101.6 mm) Outer Diameter
   • Core Inner Diameter: 1 in. (25.4 mm) - 1.5 in. (38.1 mm)
   • Reason: Betckey Zebra labels fit these dimensions and are fully compatible.

3. XP-D362B

   • ✅ Compatible
   • Supported Label Width: 25.4 mm - 80 mm
   • External Label Roll: No roll diameter limitation
   • Reason: Since this printer uses an external label roll , the standard roll diameter restriction does not apply.

4. XP-D461B

   • ✅ Compatible
   • Supported Label Width: 1.02 in. - 4.57 in. (26 mm - 116 mm)
   • External Label Roll: No roll diameter limitation
   • Reason: Like the XP-D362B, this model uses an external label roll , making Betckey labels fully compatible.

5. XP-D281B / XP-D281E (Wristband Printer)

   • ✅ Compatible
   • Supported Label Width: 1 in. - 2.3 in. (25.4 mm - 60 mm)
   • Media Roll Size: 5 in. (127 mm) Outer Diameter
   • Core Inner Diameter: 1 in. (25.4 mm)
   • Reason: The roll and core size perfectly match Betckey Zebra labels, ensuring full compatibility.

Partially Compatible Xprinter Printers

1. XP-T261B / XP-T261E
   • ⚠️ Possibly Compatible
   • Paper Width: 1 in. - 2.3 in. (25.4 mm - 60 mm) ✅
   • Maximum Outer Diameter: 4 in. (101.6 mm) ⚠️ (Betckey standard is ~100 mm)
   • Reason:
     • The roll size limit is very close to Betckey’s standard 100 mm rolls, so there is a small risk of fitting issues .
     • Compatibility depends on the printer's exact clearance for roll diameter. Some Betckey label rolls may fit, but not all.

Incompatible Xprinter Printers

1. XP-Q371U (3-inch Barcode Printer)

   • ❌ Not Compatible
   • Maximum Roll Diameter: 83 mm (too small for Betckey’s ~100 mm rolls)
   • Reason: Although other specifications match, the maximum roll diameter does not accommodate Betckey Zebra labels.

2. XP-Q809K (Desktop Thermal Receipt Printer)

   • ❌ Not Compatible
   • Reason: Betckey Zebra labels are designed for thermal label printers , not receipt printers . Since this model is exclusively for printing receipts, it is not compatible with Betckey labels.

Final Summary

Betckey-compatible Zebra labels are fully compatible with most Xprinter desktop thermal label printers , including XP-423B, XP-428B, XP-D362B, XP-D461B, and XP-D281B (Wristband Printer). The XP-T261B / XP-T261E has partial compatibility , but there may be fitting issues due to roll size limitations .

On the other hand, XP-Q371U (3-inch Barcode Printer) and XP-Q809K (Receipt Printer) are not compatible due to roll size restrictions and different printing functions.

For businesses needing custom label rolls for specific Xprinter models , Betckey offers bulk order customization . Feel free to contact our support team for tailored solutions.

Betckey Zebra labels are compatible with Nelko desktop printers. which is Nelko  PL70e only.

In fact, an youtube influencer has successfully used Nelco label printer to print Betckey labels!

Jadens printer works with any Direct Thermal Label, so if paper width is compatible, then they are okay.

Note: Portable label Printers are not compatible.

Compatible JADENS Printers

1. JADENS 268BT

   • ✅ Compatible
   • Supported Label Width: 1.57" - 4.1"
   • Reason: Betckey labels fall within this width range, making them fully compatible.

2. JADENS 468BT

   • ✅ Compatible
   • Supported Label Width: 1.57" - 4.1"
   • Reason: Similar to the 268BT, this printer supports Betckey label sizes, ensuring full compatibility.

3. JADENS 328BT

   • ✅ Compatible
   • Supported Label Width: 1.57" - 3.15" (40 mm - 80 mm)
   • Reason: Betckey labels within this range can be used with the printer.

Incompatible JADENS Printers

1. JADENS 168BT

   • ❌ Not Compatible
   • Reason:
     • Internal label roll design
     • Maximum roll diameter is smaller than Betckey’s standard roll size
     • Cannot accommodate Betckey-compatible Zebra labels

2. JADENS C10 Bluetooth Thermal Shipping Label Printer

   • ❌ Not Compatible
   • Reason:
     • Internal label roll design
     • Maximum roll diameter is smaller than Betckey’s standard roll size
     • Cannot accommodate Betckey-compatible Zebra labels

In short, Betckey Zebra labels are

✅ Compatible with most Xprinter, Nelko and Jadens desktop printers(especially with external label rolls).

❌ Not compatible with their portable printers.

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