Brother QL-1100 Wide-Format Thermal Label Printer, 300 dpi, 4-Inch Labels, USB
Brother QL-1100 Wide-Format Thermal Label Printer, 300 dpi, USB, Automatic Cutter
The Brother QL-1100 is a professional wide-format direct thermal label printer designed for businesses that print shipping labels, parcel labels, barcodes and product identification labels. Supporting labels up to approximately 4 inches (101.6 mm) wide, it is particularly suitable for e-commerce businesses, warehouses, courier services, retail shops and dispatch departments.
With a maximum print speed of 110 mm per second, 300 dpi resolution, USB connectivity and an automatic cutter, the QL-1100 helps businesses produce clear labels efficiently. Its direct thermal technology eliminates the need for ink cartridges, toner or ribbons. The printer supports compatible Brother DK-series die-cut labels and continuous-length tape.
Contact Printer Repair Service Nairobi Kenya to enquire about the Brother QL-1100, compatible label rolls, accessories and technical support.
Product Specifications
Specification | Details |
Brand | Brother |
Model | QL-1100 |
Product Type | Wide-format professional label printer |
Printing Technology | Direct thermal |
Print Resolution | 300 × 300 dpi |
Maximum Print Speed | 110 mm/second |
Standard Address Label Speed | Up to 69 labels per minute under specified test conditions |
Maximum Print Width | 101.6 mm |
Maximum Label Media Width | Approximately 103.6 mm, depending on compatible DK media |
Maximum Label Length | Up to 3 metres with supported P-touch Editor software; limits vary by application |
Supported Media | Brother DK die-cut labels and continuous-length tape |
Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
USB Host | Yes |
Automatic Cutter | Yes |
Label Design Software | Brother P-touch Editor and supported label-printing utilities |
Special Feature | Automatic crop function for supported label-sheet workflows on Windows |
Power Supply | AC power; confirm regional power requirements |
Dimensions | Approximately 170 × 222 × 151 mm (W × D × H) |
Weight | Approximately 1.715 kg, excluding DK rolls |
Ink or Toner Required | No |
Wireless Connectivity | Not built in |
Key Features and Benefits
Wide-format label printing: Print labels up to 101.6 mm wide, making the printer suitable for many shipping and parcel-labelling applications.
Fast printing performance: Prints at up to 110 mm per second, helping dispatch teams prepare labels efficiently.
Clear 300 dpi output: Produces readable text, barcodes and product identification labels.
Automatic cutter: Cuts labels after printing, reducing manual handling and helping streamline repetitive tasks.
Ink-free operation: Direct thermal printing removes the need for ink cartridges, toner and printer ribbons.
Shipping label support: Designed for businesses handling parcels, courier shipments, e-commerce orders and warehouse dispatch.
Automatic crop functionality: On supported Windows workflows, the printer can crop and print individual labels from compatible label-sheet templates.
USB host functionality: Supports compatible peripherals, including certain barcode scanners, for appropriate workflows.
Custom-length labels: Compatible continuous tape allows users to produce labels tailored to their requirements.
Compatible Consumables, Accessories and Spare Parts
The Brother QL-1100 uses Brother DK-series label rolls. Select the roll according to the required dimensions, label format and application.
Consumable or Accessory | Product Code | Description |
Large Shipping Labels | DK-11247 | Die-cut shipping labels, approximately 103 × 164 mm; supplied in selected regional starter-roll packages |
Continuous Paper Tape | DK-22205 | White continuous-length paper tape, 62 mm wide |
Standard Address Labels | DK-11201 | Die-cut white address labels, 29 × 90 mm |
USB Cable | Compatible USB cable | Connects the printer to a computer |
AC Power Cable | Region-compatible cable | Confirm the correct cable for the specific unit |
Automatic Cutter Assembly | Exact service part number to be confirmed | Replacement component if the cutter is damaged or worn |
Compatibility note: Confirm the exact DK roll code and regional packaging before ordering. The QL-1100 is a USB-connected model without built-in Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Do not confuse it with the Brother QL-1110NWB, which offers additional connectivity options.
Applications
The Brother QL-1100 is suitable for:
E-commerce businesses: Printing parcel labels for online orders.
Courier and logistics companies: Preparing shipping and dispatch labels.
Warehouses: Identifying stock, storage locations and outgoing shipments.
Retail businesses: Printing product identification and barcode labels.
Offices: Labelling packages, files and business materials.
Distribution centres: Producing clear labels for inventory handling and order fulfilment.
Buy Brother QL-1100 in Nairobi, Kenya
Contact Printer Repair Service Nairobi Kenya to enquire about the Brother QL-1100 wide-format label printer, current pricing, stock availability, compatible DK label rolls, accessories and technical support.
Business: Printer Repair Service Nairobi Kenya
Phone: +254 720 556 824
Alternative phone: +254 777 556 824
Contact the team to confirm the printer's condition, included accessories, availability and the correct label rolls for your business before ordering.

