Badges that survive a three-day show. Sharp, smudge-proof, and monochrome-clean.
LEARN MOREDurable, Fade-Resistant Output
Thermal transfer printing bonds ink to media with heat. The result resists light, moisture, and physical contact far better than direct thermal.
Compatible With a Wide Range of Media
Thermal transfer printers work with coated paper, synthetic label stock, and specialist name badge materials for greater flexibility.
Proven Reliability at Scale
The Zebra thermal transfer printer lineup is the industry standard for high-volume event badge printing, and it's the technology Choose 2 Rent delivers to your event.
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From your first quote to the day of your event, renting a thermal transfer printer comes down to three simple steps.
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Tell us your event date, name badge media preference, and print volume.
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Equipment arrives at your venue tested and ready.
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24/7 support is available throughout your event. On-site technician support available on request.
Full specifications below. Every rental includes 24/7 support.
Specification
Details
Print Method
Thermal transfer and Direct Thermal options
Consumables Required
Thermal name badge stock only - no ink, no ribbon
Print Speed
Model dependent. Up to 500 name badges per hour
Connectivity
USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi (model dependent)
Name Badge Formats
• Paper name badges • Tear-Resistant name badges • Synthetic name badges • Adhesive labels
Software Compatibility
Works with leading event registration platforms
Support
24/7 Choose 2 Rent customer support; on-site technician available
Multi-day conferences where name badge durability matters
Outdoor events or venues with variable temperature and humidity
Events that need monochrome on-site printing
Not sure this is the right fit for your event? Talk to our team and we'll help you choose.
Contact the teamHave a Question? We're Here to Help.
Thermal transfer uses a ribbon to transfer ink to the name badge media, producing durable, fade-resistant output. Direct thermal uses heat-sensitive media without a ribbon.
Yes, Choose 2 Rent supplies compatible ribbons and name badge media for an additional cost. We confirm specifications for your name badge design before your event.
We stock the Zebra ZD620TT.
Yes, a Choose 2 Rent technician can be present at your event to operate or oversee the printer throughout the registration period.
Speak with a Choose 2 Rent event specialist to confirm availability and pricing for your thermal transfer printer rental. Reliable equipment, 24/7 support, nationwide, and international delivery available.
Complete your setup with the equipment and supplies event teams book alongside this rental.
Everything you need to set up and run a thermal transfer printer for durable event name badges.