Printers - IT and Communication Equipment

Printers used onboard ships support bridge, engine-room, radio-room, office, cargo and documentation requirements. Common types include thermal, laser, inkjet, impact dot-matrix and industrial label printers, selected according to environmental conditions and interface requirements.

ProShipWorks provides end-to-end support to source and supply Printers for marine vessels, ship operators, industrial facilities, maintenance teams and procurement departments.

Last updated: October 11, 2026

Product Information

Product Name	Printers
Product Category	IT and Communication Equipment
Product Reference	1607
Brands / Manufacturers	Epson, Brother, Zebra
Unit of Measure	Piece

Key Features

Key Feature
1. Thermal, laser, inkjet, impact or label-printing technology
2. USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi or serial connectivity
3. Compact designs suitable for limited onboard space
4. Resistance to vibration, dust and variable ambient conditions
5. Support for navigation, GMDSS, cargo and administrative documents

Applications of Printers

Application
1. Bridge and navigation equipment printouts
2. GMDSS, weather, voyage and communication records
3. Cargo, customs, maintenance and ship-administration documents

Models & Manufacturers

Model	Manufacturer
TM-U220 Series	Epson
TM-T88VII Series	Epson
MFC-L8900CDW	Brother
ZT411 Series	Zebra Technologies

Technical Specifications

Model	Specification	Value	Unit
TM-U220 Series	Printing technology	Impact dot-matrix receipt printer	—
TM-T88VII Series	Printing technology	Direct thermal	—
MFC-L8900CDW	Printing technology	Colour laser multifunction printer	—
ZT411 Series	Printing technology	Industrial thermal-transfer/direct-thermal label printer	—
TM-T88VII Series	Maximum print width	80	mm
ZT411 Series	Maximum print width	104	mm

Standards, Certifications & Class Approval

Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.

Applicable Standards & Certification	General office printers are normally manufactured to applicable EMC, electrical safety and environmental regulations. IEC 60945 is relevant only when the printer is part of, or specifically approved with, marine navigational or radiocommunication equipment; it does not automatically apply to ordinary office printers.
Class Approval	Ordinary commercial printers generally have no independent DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, BV or ClassNK type approval. Where a printer is supplied as part of approved bridge, GMDSS or navigation equipment, approval is normally covered by the complete equipment type-approval certificate.

Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information

Installation Notes	Install on a rigid, level surface with ventilation and adequate clearance for paper or label replacement. Secure against ship motion and vibration, use the vessel-approved power supply, and connect only to compatible interfaces. Confirm voltage, frequency, network configuration and environmental limits before commissioning.
Maintenance Tips	Use the specified paper, labels, ribbons and toner. Keep print heads, rollers, paper paths and ventilation openings clean. Replace consumables before depletion, inspect cables and mounting regularly, and protect paper from heat, humidity and seawater contamination.
Safety Notes	Isolate power before servicing and follow the manufacturer's electrical and consumable-handling instructions. Do not operate with damaged cables, exposed wiring or blocked ventilation. Keep toner, inks, thermal media and cleaning chemicals away from heat and ignition sources, and use marine-approved power protection where required.