The Argox iX4-280 is the next generation of the iX4-250, iX4-series have been well known for the durability in light industrial printer market. The same design concept, iX4-280 not only provides high durability, but also upgraded hardware at the next level. It has new MPU and more memory to speed-up the data processing. The optimized mechanical structure can reduce vibration effectively, equiped with a new printhead with high stability and quality, fulfilling high-volume label printing needs.
Argox iX4-280 Industrial Barcode and Label Printer with USB, USBHOST, Serial and Ethernet Connectivity


Print Method: Thermal Transfer and Direct Thermal
Max Print Width: 105mm
Print Speed: 10ips / 254mm/s
Memory: 128MB SDRAM, 128MB Flash ROM (USB storage up to 32GB)
Interface Ports: USB + Serial + Ethernet
Warranty: 1 Year
Product Brand: Argox
MPN: ARG 99-LK202-001
Included Software: Bartender UL, Argobar Pro, iLabelPrint+ and Drivers
Ribbon Length: 450 meters
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Optimized mechanical structure
Optimized mechanical structure design can reduce vibration effectively. Offers excellent quality during high-speed printing.
Durable printhead
New printhead has high stability and quality, suitable for automatic labeling & logistics applications.
Flat panel structure
The flat panel structure shortens the peel-off distance. Keep automatic labeling machine running smooth.
Faster printing speed
The maximum printing speed can reach up to 10ips. (254mm/s) (with peeler and rewinder)
Argox IX4-280 Specifications
Printing Method | Direct Thermal & Thermal Transfer |
Printing Resolution | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) |
Printing Speed | Max. 10ips (254mm/s) (with peeler and rewinder) |
Printing Length | Max. 100”(2540 mm) |
Printing Width | Max. 4.13”(105 mm) |
Memory | 128MB DRAM, 128MB Flash ROM (USB storage up to 32GB) |
CPU Type | 32 bit RISC microprocessor |
Sensors | Reflective sensor x 1 (Movable) & Transmissive sensor x 1(Movable) |
Operation Interface | LED indicator x 3, Button x 3, LCD Display x 1 |
Communication Interface | USB device, RS-232, Ethernet, USB host x 2 |
Fonts | Internal character sets standard 5 alpha-numeric fonts from 0.049”H ~ 0.23” H (1.25mm ~ 6.0mm) Internal fonts are expandable up to 24×24 4 direction 0 ~ 270 rotation Soft fonts are downloadable Ability to print any Windows True Type font easily. Support scalable font |
Wireless Security | N/A |
1D Barcodes | PPLA: Code 39、UPC-A、UPC-E、Code 128 subset A/B/C、EAN-13、EAN-8、HBIC、Codabar、Plessey、UPC2、UPC5、Code 93、Postnet、UCC/EAN-128、UCC/EAN-128 K-MART、 UCC/EAN-128 Random weight、Telepen、FIM、Interleaved 2 of 5 (Standard/with modulo 10 checksum/ with human readable check digit/ with modulo 10 checksum & shipping bearer bars) 、GS1 Data bar (RSS) PPLB: Code 39、 UPC-A、 UPC-E、 Matrix 2 of 5、 UPC-Interleaved 2 of 5、Code 39 with check sum digit 、Code 93、EAN-13、EAN-8 (Standard, 2 /5digit add-on) 、Codabar、Postnet、Code128 subset A/B/C、Code 128 UCC (shipping container code) 、Code 128 auto、UCC/EAN code 128 (GS1-128) 、 Interleave 2 of 5、Interleaved 2 of 5 with check sum、Interleaved 2 of 5 with human readable check digit、German Postcode、Matrix 2 of 5、 UPC Interleaved 2 of 5、 EAN-13 2/5 digit add-on、 UPCA 2/5 digit add-on、UPCE 2/5 digit add-on、GS1 Data bar (RSS) |
2D Barcodes | PPLA/PPLB:MaxiCode、PDF417、Data Matrix (ECC 200 only) 、QR code、Composite Codes |
Graphics | PPLA:PCX, BMP, IMG, HEX, GDI PPLB: PCX , BMP, Binary raster, GDI PPLZ: PCX, BMP, IMG, Hex, GDI, Binary raster |
Emulation | PPLA, PPLB, PPLZ |
Software-label Editing | BarTender® from Seagull Scientific, Argobar Pro support ODBC Database Connection: Excel, CSV, MS Access, MS SQL, Oracle MySQL, dBASE (*.dbf) |
Software-utility | BarTender, Printer Tool, Font Utility |
Driver tools | Windows Driver for Windows Vista/Win7/Win8/Win10, LINUX Driver, macOS Driver, Raspberry Pi Driver |
Media Type | Roll-feed, die-cut, continuous, fan-fold, black mark, tags, ticket in thermal paper or plain paper |
Media | Max. width: 4.48”(114mm). Min. width: 1”(25.4 mm). Thickness: 0.0025”~0.01” (0.0635mm~0.254mm) 8”(203mm)OD on a 3”(76mm) ID core. Dealer Option 6″(152.4mm)OD on a 1.5″(38mm) ID core. |
Ribbon | Max. width: 4.4”(112 mm). Min. width: 1” (25.4 mm). Length:max 450m Wax, Max OD 3.2” (81.3 mm). Core size ID 1”(25.4 mm). Wax, Wax/Resin, Resin (Ribbon wound ink-side out or ink-side in: auto-detect) |
Drop Resistance | N/A |
Printer Dimensions | W 250 mm x H 260 mm x D 405 mm |
Printer Weight | 29 lbs (13 kg) |
Power Source | Internal Universal Switching Power supply. Input voltage: 100~240V, 50~60Hz |
Battery | N/A |
Operation Environment | Operation Temperature: 40°F~104°F (4°C~40°C), 5% ~ 90% non-condensing Storage Temperature: -4°F~122°F (-20°C~50°C) |
Real Time Clock | Standard |
Standard Item | N/A |
Optional Items | Cutter, Peeler ,GPIO module,Internal rewinder,External rewinder,External media stand |
Agency Listing | CE, CB, FCC, cULus, BSMI, RoHS |
Attention | *Argox reserves the right to enhance and modify the specification without prior notice. Please check Argox sales representative for most updated specifications. |