Citizen
Citizen, CL-E300/CL-E303, 4" Desktop Direct Thermal Label Printer
Citizen, CL-E300/CL-E303, 4" Desktop Direct Thermal Label Printer
SKU:CL-E300XUBNNA
Product Description
The Citizen CL-E300 and CL-E303 are compact, professional-grade 4-inch direct thermal desktop label printers designed for fast, reliable barcode and label printing across retail, healthcare, warehousing, logistics, manufacturing, and office environments. Featuring Citizen's modern, space-saving design and intuitive operation, these printers deliver exceptional performance while fitting comfortably into workspaces where every inch counts.
The CL-E300 offers 203 dpi resolution for everyday barcode, shipping, and inventory labels, while the CL-E303 provides 300 dpi high-resolution printing for applications requiring smaller barcodes, fine text, product labeling, healthcare, laboratory, and compliance labels.
Both printers include USB, Ethernet, and Serial connectivity as standard and are available in Standard (Tear-Off), Auto Cutter, and Peeler configurations, making them an excellent choice for businesses seeking reliable, network-ready desktop label printing.
Key Features
- 4-inch desktop direct thermal label printer
- Available in 203 dpi (CL-E300) or 300 dpi (CL-E303)
- Print speeds up to 8 ips (203 mm/sec)
- USB 2.0, Ethernet (10/100), and RS-232 Serial interfaces
- Compact desktop design
- Front-loading media access
- Front label exit to protect media from dust and spills
- Citizen Cross-Emulation™ (ZPL II®, Datamax®, EPL2®)
- Adjustable media sensors for gap and black mark labels
- Supports roll and fan-fold media
- Optional factory-installed auto cutter
- Optional factory-installed peeler
- ENERGY STAR® certified
Ideal For
- Retail
- Healthcare
- Warehousing
- Distribution Centers
- Manufacturing
- Shipping Departments
- Inventory Management
- Office Labeling
- Asset Tracking
- Pharmacy
- Laboratory
- Product Identification
Common Applications
- Shipping labels
- Barcode labels
- Product labels
- Inventory labels
- Shelf labels
- Price labels
- Compliance labels
- Healthcare specimen labels
- Pharmacy labels
- Laboratory labels
- Asset tracking labels
- Warehouse location labels
- Shipping carton labels
- Product identification labels
Product Specifications
| Specification | CL-E300 | CL-E303 |
|---|---|---|
| Print Method | Direct Thermal | Direct Thermal |
| Resolution | 203 dpi | 300 dpi |
| Maximum Print Width | 4.1 in (104 mm) | 4.1 in (104 mm) |
| Maximum Print Speed | Up to 8 ips (203 mm/sec) | Up to 6 ips (152 mm/sec) |
| Maximum Media Width | 4.6 in (118 mm) | 4.6 in (118 mm) |
| Maximum Roll Diameter | 5 in (127 mm) | |
| Interfaces | USB, Ethernet, RS-232 Serial | |
| Media Sensors | Adjustable Gap & Black Mark | |
| Printer Languages | Citizen, ZPL II®, Datamax®, EPL2® | |
| Memory | 16 MB Flash / 32 MB RAM | |
| Media Loading | Front Access | |
| Media Exit | Front Exit |
Available Models
| Citizen SKU | Resolution | Media Handling |
|---|---|---|
| CL-E300UBNNA | 203 dpi | Standard Tear-Off |
| CL-E300UBBCA | 203 dpi | Factory Auto Cutter |
| CL-E300UBPEA | 203 dpi | Factory Peeler |
| CL-E303UBNNA | 300 dpi | Standard Tear-Off |
| CL-E303UBBCA | 300 dpi | Factory Auto Cutter |
| CL-E303UBPEA | 300 dpi | Factory Peeler |
Shopify Variant Structure
Resolution
- 203 dpi (CL-E300)
- 300 dpi (CL-E303)
Media Handling
- Standard Tear-Off
- Auto Cutter
- Peeler
Connectivity
- USB + Ethernet + Serial
Connectivity
Every CL-E300 and CL-E303 model includes:
- USB 2.0
- Ethernet (10/100 Base-T)
- RS-232 Serial
Compatible with Windows®, macOS®, Linux®, and leading shipping, warehouse management (WMS), ERP, and barcode labeling software.
Compatible Media
These printers support a wide variety of direct thermal media, including:
- Shipping labels
- Barcode labels
- Product labels
- Shelf labels
- Inventory labels
- Price labels
- Compliance labels
- Asset labels
- Healthcare labels
- Pharmacy labels
- Laboratory labels
- Continuous media
- Die-cut labels
- Tags and tickets
Why Choose the Citizen CL-E300 & CL-E303?
The Citizen CL-E300 and CL-E303 provide professional-quality direct thermal printing in a compact, affordable desktop printer. Whether you need fast, everyday barcode labels or high-resolution labels for healthcare and product identification, these printers deliver dependable performance, enterprise connectivity, and easy integration into existing workflows.
Choose the CL-E300 for high-speed shipping, retail, and warehouse labeling, or the CL-E303 when superior print quality is required for small barcodes, compliance labels, and detailed graphics.
Benefits
- Compact design saves valuable workspace
- Reliable direct thermal printing with no ribbon required
- Fast print speeds for improved productivity
- Standard Ethernet for easy network deployment
- Easy migration from Zebra® or Datamax® printers with Cross-Emulation™
- Available with factory auto cutter or peeler to streamline workflows
- Low maintenance and simple media loading
Industries Served
- Retail
- Healthcare
- Warehousing
- Distribution
- Manufacturing
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Pharmaceuticals
- Government
- Education
- Asset Management
What's Included
- Citizen CL-E300 or CL-E303 Label Printer
- Power Supply and Power Cord
- USB Cable (if included by distributor)
- Quick Start Guide
