Coffee Bag Label Printers

[smitrock63]

I'm looking for ideas for a label printer so I can place; say, 4" round labels on the 5 lb coffee bags I sell. Currently using a local printer, but I think I can do better if I print my own. Ideas? Suggestions?

 

[topher]

We bought a Primera LX3000 about 6 months ago. It's pretty badass. I use it for white-label business.

LX3000 Color Label Printer, Pigment Ink

<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: center;"><strong>Volume:</strong> Up to 7,500/day<br><strong>Max Print Width:</strong> 8.25 in (210mm)<br><strong>Print Speed:</strong> up to 4.5 ips<br><strong>Ink:</strong> 1 multi-use print head with separate CMY pigment ink tanks, dye ink...

www.primera.com

 

[Musicphan]

I've been running a Primera LX 2000 for 7 years... the driver is a bit flaky with Mac but nothing significant. I print all of my labels on-demand with the roast date which is nice. I also use it for white box customers / specials labels / etc.

 

[smitrock63]

We bought a Primera LX3000 about 6 months ago. It's pretty badass. I use it for white-label business.

LX3000 Color Label Printer, Pigment Ink

<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: center;"><strong>Volume:</strong> Up to 7,500/day<br><strong>Max Print Width:</strong> 8.25 in (210mm)<br><strong>Print Speed:</strong> up to 4.5 ips<br><strong>Ink:</strong> 1 multi-use print head with separate CMY pigment ink tanks, dye ink...

www.primera.com

Looks like a very nice printer.... but; I'm not prepared to spend that much. Is there one you know of that won't break my very small bank!?

 

[Musicphan]

What is your budget? What is your printing volume?

 

[smitrock63]

What is your budget? What is your printing volume?

Well that is a good question! I don't know is the answer!! I would assume from the beginning (that is where I am... the beginning in this area and this line of coffee) I will sell very little. I am hoping that within a year I'm selling 500 lbs a month (more or less) - only a guess. I was hoping to get a printer for $500.00 or less.

 

[Musicphan]

Well that is a good question! I don't know is the answer!! I would assume from the beginning (that is where I am... the beginning in this area and this line of coffee) I will sell very little. I am hoping that within a year I'm selling 500 lbs a month (more or less) - only a guess. I was hoping to get a printer for $500.00 or less.

Honestly, if that is the case, I would stick with a local printer. I've seen a few people use standard ink jets w/ stock avery labels... not a big fan but it depends on the logo/looks. When you move up into a dedicated label printer, you typically get into pigment-based inks which are essentially waterproof if you get PLA labels. I use that since people always have coffee/water in a similar storage area. I want my brand to look good in all conditions.

 

[smitrock63]

Honestly, if that is the case, I would stick with a local printer. I've seen a few people use standard ink jets w/ stock avery labels... not a big fan but it depends on the logo/looks. When you move up into a dedicated label printer, you typically get into pigment-based inks which are essentially waterproof if you get PLA labels. I use that since people always have coffee/water in a similar storage area. I want my brand to look good in all conditions.

Nice; and thank you for your response. May I ask how many pounds you sell a month, or, maybe the question is at what point in sales would you think a $4000.00 printer is a good financial choice?

 

[Musicphan]

Boy... that's a bit of a loaded question. Economically for me, it made no sense at first... it still may not if your purely looking at printing costs. I bought mine seven years ago... only one repair (head), which was $300ish. When I purchased mine, I think it was about .15 cents per label cheaper to print myself. Breakeven = 3000 / .15 = 20000 labels.

 

[smitrock63]

Boy... that's a bit of a loaded question. Economically for me, it made no sense at first... it still may not if your purely looking at printing costs. I bought mine seven years ago... only one repair (head), which was $300ish. When I purchased mine, I think it was about .15 cents per label cheaper to print myself. Breakeven = 3000 / .15 = 20000 labels.

Thank you.

 

[JosephBussey]

If you're seeking ideas for a coffee label printer to adorn your 5 lb coffee bags with 4" round labels, the possibilities are endless! Investing in your own coffee label printer can offer more control and efficiency. Look for printers with high-resolution capabilities and label customization options to showcase your unique brand. Click on this https://tcsdigitalsolutions.com/coffee-label-printers/ to Consider models like the Primera, Afinia, and Epson Label Printers for exceptional results.

 

[smitrock63]

I ended up buying a Primera 500 Color. It's been working great for quite a while now.

 

[bentsaishop]

If you're diving into DIY label printing, Bentsai printers are worth a look. They're a breeze for printing directly on your coffee bags—no fuss with label sheets. Will reflect nicely on your brand. Plus, they're light and easy to handle, making the whole 'print-on-demand' thing a dream. Bentsai handheld inkjet printer
https://www.bentsaishop.com/