| Model | PJ883 |
| Color | Black |
| Width | 10.04 Inch |
| Depth | 2.17 Inch |
| Height | 1.18 Inch |
| Weight | 0.95 lbs. |
| Features | Fast, full-page mobile printing - up to 13.5 pages per minute. Prints on a variety of 8.5" wide thermal media. Small and light weight makes it easy to grab and go. |
Brother PocketJet 8 Mobile Thermal Printer PJ883, 300dpi, USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi

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- Ideal for field professionals and mobile workforces needing full-page printing on the go
- Highly versatile connectivity (USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC) ensures seamless integration with modern devices
- Backed by a 2-Year Premier Warranty, offering strong support for enterprise and industrial deployments
Product Overview
The Brother PocketJet 8 PJ883 is a mobile thermal printer designed for professionals who demand high-resolution 300 dpi printing in portable formats. Equipped with USB-C, Bluetooth 5.2, Wi-Fi, and NFC, it ensures broad cross-platform compatibility. At only 0.95 lbs and 10 inches wide, it supports full-page printing on letter, legal, A4, and A5 media at up to 8 pages per minute. Built for field service, public safety, and transport environments, it features 256MB RAM and uses direct thermal technology with support for ZPL II and P-touch Template languages. Optional lithium-ion battery and AC adapter accessories are required for standalone use. It’s backed by a 2-Year Premier Warranty for dependable performance in temperatures ranging from -10°C to 50°C.
Specifications
Dimensions&Miscellaneous
Media
| Printer / Media Type | Paper and synthetic: cut sheet, continuous roll, perforated roll, fan-fold Labels: Cut sheet, fan-fold |
| Paper Size | A4; A5 |
| Printer / Media Size (Standard) | Letter, legal, A4, A5 continuous, custom sizes and pre-printed media are available upon request |
| Printer Speed | 8ppm |
| Printer Color Type | Monochrome |
| Print Max Resolution ( B&W ) | 300 dpi |
| Printer Language Simulation | ZPL II; P-touch Template |
| Printer Fonts Included | Bitmap Fonts:Helsinki Brussels Letter Gothic; Outline Fonts:Helsinki Brussels Letter Gothic |
| RAM / Total Installed Size | 256 MB |
| Control Panel | Button Panel |
System Requirements
| System Requirement | Windows, Mac, Linux, Mobile Android, Mobile iOS For the most up-to-date compatibility, visit our Support Page |
Service&Support
| Manufacturer Warranty | 2 Year Premier Warranty |
UNSPSC Code
| UNSPSC Code | 43212108 |
Printer
| Printer Type | Thermal Printer |
| Printer Technology | Direct Thermal |
| Printer Form Factor | Desktop |
| Printer Interface | USB; Bluetooth; NFC |
| Cutter | Tear up edge |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Included | Battery Yield:600 Pages |
Networking
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless - Bluetooth |
| Interfaces & Connections | USB-C Ver 2.0, Bluetooth Ver 5.2, MFi, NFC, Wi-Fi |
Power / Battery
| Power / Device Type | AC Adapters |
| Power / Voltage Required | Input: 15V DC 4.0A |
Special Feature
| Min Operating Temperature | -10 celsius |
| Max Operating Temperature | 50 celsius |
| Humidity Range Operating | 20% to 80% non-condensing |
| COO | CHINA |
| TAA compliance | No |