# Seiko Instruments Releases New MP-B30L Mobile Printer – Thermal Printers | Seiko Instruments USA

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## Summary

Seiko Instruments USA announced the MP-B30L 3-inch mobile label printer on August 31, 2021, describing its rugged 6-foot drop resistance, ZPL/CPL/ESC POS support, 5 inches-per-second print speed, support for 58/76/80mm media widths, -4°F to 131°F operating range, rechargeable battery (optional cradle), Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi connectivity, and compatibility with Windows, Android and iOS; shipments were stated to be available that Fall with test units available immediately.

## Audience

Seiko customers and partners; business/enterprise buyers evaluating mobile label printers

## Prompts this page answers

- What are the specifications and availability for the Seiko MP-B30L mobile label printer?
- Does the Seiko MP-B30L support ZPL and which media widths does it accept?
- When was the MP-B30L announced and how can I pre-order or request test units?

## Purpose

Inform customers, partners, and media about the release, features, availability, and ordering/contact information for a new mobile label printer.

## Highlights

- MP-B30L is a new 3-inch mobile label printer released by Seiko Instruments USA (announcement dated August 31, 2021).
- Adds ZPL support to Seiko's mobile printer family; also supports CPL and ESC POS commands.
- Prints at 5 inches per second and supports label/paper widths of 58mm, 76mm and 80mm.
- Rugged design: same compact/weight as MP-B30 and can withstand drops up to 6 feet; operating temperature -4°F to 131°F.
- Connectivity: Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi; compatible with Windows, Android and iOS; rechargeable battery with optional cradle; shipments available Fall (testing units available now).

## How to cite

Seiko Instruments USA press release — 'Seiko Instruments Releases New MP-B30L Mobile Printer' (https://sii-thermalprinters.com/news/seiko-instruments-releases-new-mp-b30l-mobile-printer).

## Publisher

**Seiko Instruments USA Inc.** — Seiko Instruments USA Inc., Thermal Printer Division; a subsidiary of Seiko Holdings Corporation that manufactures and markets receipt, mobile and label printers and OEM printing solutions.

## Topics

- MP-B30L
- mobile label printer
- Seiko Instruments press release
- ZPL mobile printer
- 3-inch mobile printer

## Key entities

- **MP-B30L** (product): Seiko Instruments USA 3-inch mobile label printer announced August 31, 2021; supports ZPL, CPL, ESC POS; 5 ips; 58/76/80mm widths; Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi; -4°F to 131°F operating range.
- **MP-B30** (product): Seiko's original 3-inch mobile printer referenced for size and ruggedness comparison.
- **MP-B20** (product): Seiko bestselling 2-inch mobile printer (mentioned).
- **MP-A40** (product): Seiko top-of-the-line rugged 4-inch mobile printer (mentioned).
- **Yoshi Murakami** (person): General Manager, Seiko Instruments USA Thermal Printer Division (quoted in the announcement).
- **Matt Schmitz** (person): Director, Sales and Business Development, Seiko Instruments, USA Thermal Printer Division (corporate contact listed).
- **Seiko Instruments USA Inc.** (organization): Thermal Printer Division of Seiko Instruments; subsidiary of Seiko Holdings Corporation. — http://www.siiprinters.com
- **Seiko Holdings Corporation** (organization): Parent company of Seiko Instruments (mentioned in 'About' section).

## Metadata

- Type: article
- Published: 2021-08-31