DYMO LabelWriter 450 Twin Turbo: a two-roll label printer explained

The DYMO LabelWriter 450 Twin Turbo is a monochrome desktop label printer. The "Twin" in its name refers to its two label rolls, so you can keep two different label types loaded and switch between them without changing a roll each time.

The product listing gives very little detail beyond its name, so this page explains what the type of printer is for and what to check, and doesn't repeat specifications that are not published there. For exact figures, see DYMO's own documentation.

What a LabelWriter is

LabelWriter printers are direct thermal printers. They print by heating special label paper, which darkens where heated, so they use no ink, toner or ribbon. The trade-off is that the labels are black and white only, and thermal paper can fade over time with heat and light. The label rolls are bought separately and are made for this kind of printer.

Why two rolls matter

A single-roll printer is fine if you print one kind of label. Many small businesses and offices need two: for example, address labels for envelopes and larger labels for parcels, or a barcode label and a name label. With two rolls loaded, DYMO says the Twin Turbo lets you pick which one to print on from your computer. "Turbo" in DYMO's naming signals a faster print speed than its basic models.

Typical uses

• Addressing envelopes and parcels
• Printing shipping labels for small online sellers
• Name badges and file folder labels
• Barcode and product labels
• Organising shelves, cables and storage

Size and set-up

The listing gives dimensions of 4.6 x 2.3 x 3.5 inches and a weight of 1.5 lb (about 0.7 kg). Those numbers are likely for the printer body, so check the product documentation for the footprint with rolls loaded. Desktop label printers connect to a computer, usually by USB, and use DYMO's own label software to design and print. Check DYMO's website for the software versions and operating systems it supports.

Who it suits

It suits home offices, small shops, online sellers and workplaces that print a steady stream of labels and want two label types ready at once. If you print labels only now and then, or need colour, other kinds of printers may fit better.

What to check before you buy

• Label type: confirm which DYMO label rolls and sizes the printer takes.
• Computer support: check that your operating system is supported and which software drivers you need.
• Connection: check the connection type, as the listing doesn't state it.
• Volume: decide how many labels you print, since thermal labels are bought as rolls.
• Storage: thermal labels typically last best away from heat and strong light.
• What's in the box: check for the power supply, cable and any starter labels.

The short version

• A monochrome thermal desktop label printer from DYMO, model S0838870.
• Holds two label rolls, so you can switch label types without swapping rolls.
• Prints without ink or toner; labels are black and white.
• Measures 4.6 x 2.3 x 3.5 inches and weighs 1.5 lb, per the listing.
• Check DYMO's documentation for connection and software details.

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