Description
Zebra LP 2844 Direct Thermal Label Printer USB Parallel Serial w/ Power Supply
The Zebra LP 2844 is a compact desktop direct thermal label printer widely used for printing shipping labels, barcode labels, and compliance labels at 4-inch width. It uses direct thermal printing — no ink, toner, or ribbon required — making it a low-maintenance workhorse for high-volume label output. This unit is branded as the UPS LP 2844, a Zebra OEM variant distributed through UPS and fully compatible with standard Zebra ZPL and EPL2 label software.
Specifications & What's Included
- Make: Zebra (OEM: UPS LP 2844)
- Model: LP 2844
- Print Method: Direct Thermal (no ribbon required)
- Max Print Width: 4.09 in (104 mm)
- Printer Language: ZPL, EPL2
- Interface – USB: USB Type-B port (rear)
- Interface – Parallel: Centronics parallel port (rear)
- Interface – Serial: DB9 9-pin serial port (rear)
- Status Indicator: Green LED on front panel
- Includes: External power supply with AC power cord
- Form Factor: Desktop
Applications
The Zebra LP 2844 is one of the most recognized desktop label printers in shipping and logistics. It is the standard printer for UPS WorldShip and is also widely used with ShipStation, Endicia,, and other shipping platforms, making it a go-to choice for e-commerce sellers, warehouses, and small businesses printing 4×6 shipping labels. Beyond shipping, the LP 2844 handles barcode labels, asset tags, and compliance labels in retail, healthcare, and light industrial settings. The direct thermal mechanism eliminates consumables beyond labels themselves, reducing operating cost and maintenance. The triple-interface rear panel — USB, parallel, and serial — gives it broad compatibility across both modern and legacy host systems, making it equally useful in current operations and in environments that still run older computers or point-of-sale systems.
This Zebra LP 2844 Direct Thermal Label Printer has been inspected and appears to be in good used condition. The unit shows light surface wear consistent with normal office use. It comes with its external power supply. Ports — USB, parallel (Centronics), and 9-pin serial — are all present and show no visible damage. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Zebra |
Model: |
LP 2844 |
MPN: |
LP2844 |
Type: |
Direct Thermal Label Printer |
SKU: |
40697 |
Interface: |
USB, Parallel (Centronics), 9-Pin Serial (DB9) |
Print Method: |
Direct Thermal |
Max Print Width: |
4.09 in (104 mm) |
Compatible Label Size: |
Up to 4.25 in wide |
Connectivity: |
USB, Parallel, Serial |
Form Factor: |
Desktop |
Compatible With: |
UPS WorldShip, ShipStation, Endicia, ZPL |
Printer Language: |
ZPL, EPL2 |
Seller Notes: |
Includes power supply. USB, parallel, and 9-pin serial ports present. |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Condition Notes: |
This Zebra LP 2844 Direct Thermal Label Printer has been inspected and is in good used condition with light surface wear. Includes external power supply. USB, parallel, and 9-pin serial ports present, no visible damage. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |