Astro Nova Kiaro QL-120 Inkjet Printer w / built-in cutter

Built on the pioneering Kiaro! color label printing platform, the Kiaro! QL-120 features enhanced print speed, seamless integration into desktop or enterprise platforms and high-quality color labels that rival flexographic labels. By taking high-quality label production in-house, the QL-120 eliminates the need for costly preprinted label inventory that usually develops from obsolescence, revisions or regulatory changes.
Simple to install and easy-to-use, the QL-120 delivers premium 1200 x 1200 dpi color labels in an as-needed basis and cost-effective manner. Offering flexible print widths that are unmatched in the industry, the QL-120 enables users to print labels as narrow as 0.5” or as wide as 4.2” on the same device.

With the ability to generate both extremely short and particularly long runs (up to 10,000 labels per hour) the QL-120 is built for exceptionally flexible production.



Featuring a function-rich Windows operating interface, with fully-integral utility and status monitoring software, the QL-120 enables users to easily and remotely manage printer setup and operation. The QL-120 also features self-maintenance during the printing process, resulting in the highest quality printed labels with little to no user intervention. Every QL-120 also includes one free license to CQL Pro, our advanced labeling software that allows users to effortlessly design, manage and print their own labels. Ideal for: food and beverage, biomedical product, nutraceutical, hardware, e-liquid, personal care products, cosmetic, promotional products labeling and more.

Operation: Ink Type: Dye ink, (4) individual CMYK cartridges Print Resolution: 1200 x 1200 dpi, / 1200 x 600 dpi Print Speed: 2 ips (50 mm/sec) – 12 ips (305 mm/sec) Print Area: Width: 0.5″ (12.7 mm) – 4.2″ (105.9 mm); Length: 0.24″ (6 mm) – 30″ (762 mm) Media Sensing: Gap, Reflective (black mark), Continuous Connectivity: High-Speed USB 2.0; Gigabit Ethernet; RS-232 External Control Interface & Protocol Software: Microsoft Windows® 10, 8, 7; Windows Server® 2012, 2008, 64/32-bit Drivers; CQL Pro software (included) or NiceLabel® software (optional)             Printing Supplies:  Ink Cartridges: Kiaro!® QL-120 CMYK dye cartridges, 240 mL each (230 mL usable) Maintenance Cartridge: 450 mL full replacement; 360 mL (80%) near full warning Ink Type: High performance, water-based dye inks with extra wide color gamut that produce true-to-life color when combined with QuickLabel approved media      Media Dimensions: Width: 1.0″ (25.4 mm) – 4.53″ (115 mm) Length: 0.24″ (6 mm) – 30″ (762 mm) Thickness: 5.7 mil (0.145 mm) – 10 mil (0.255 mm) Roll Size: 7.9″ OD (200 mm), 3″ ID (76 mm) core, 11.8” OD (300 mm) with optional UW-5.1 External Unwinder Types: Matte, semi-gloss, high gloss papers and synthetics as well as tag stocks and other specialty labels      Environmental & Physical: Printer Operating: 59º F to 86º F (15º C to 30º C), 10% to 90% Relative Humidity (non-condensing) Power Requirements: 100 – 240V, 50/60Hz, 1.5A/0.5A Power Consumption: 268W (max) Dimensions: 15.2″ L x 22.2″ W x 15.5″ H (386 mm x 564 mm x 394 mm) Weight: 52.9 lbs. (24 Kg) without supplies; 56.1 lbs. (26 Kg) with supplies; 68.2 lbs. (31 Kg) shipping

“We’re able to label seasonal beers, very small  quantity   beers and even specialty beers  without worrying about minimum  order quantities.” Trey Sinclair • President & Co-Founder Dry County Brewing Company brews a variety  of ales, IPA’s, stouts and lagers at their facility in  Kennesaw, Georgia. Finding a more cost-effective  and flexible labeling solution in the Kiaro! D, Dry  County is able to easily print high-quality beer  labels on demand, including custom orders and  seasonal brews, as well as labels for their taps,  kegs and more.

“From what we were getting when we printed  our previous labels to what we’re printing now;  I was just blown away.” Sean Wylie • Team Leader, Paint/Print/Pack  Department Stanley Black & Decker’s East Longmeadow,  Massachusetts facility specializes in manufacturing  the strongest, fastest and most durable band saw,  jigsaw and hacksaw blades on the market.  They use their three Kiaro! K-100 label printers  to seamlessly integrate with their SAP system  and ensure their labels reflect the quality  of their product.

“The Kiaro! printer has saved Jody’s time  and production. We can literally have  somebody walk into the printing area and  turn it around in 10-15 minutes.” Michael Katz • Vice President Jody’s Popcorn of Virginia Beach needed  a reliable printer that could take on their  growth, as well as their quick in-store demands. Finding a short-run labeling solution in the  Kiaro!, Jody’s flourished in a short period of  time with on-demand, colorful and high  quality labels.