Kyocera Develops World’s Smallest Thermal Printhead for Barcode Printing
Kyocera Corporation (NYSE:KYO)(TOKYO:6971) announced that it has developed the world’s smallest*1 flat-type thermal printhead for barcode printers. The new KMS Series consumes 20 percent less power*2 and is available for order this month.
The new compact printhead structure is 40 percent smaller compared with conventional products, with a design to reduce resistance loss helping to save power. Through these advantages, the new KMS Series contributes to a compact design and the improved energy efficiency of portable printers.
