Product Type | Mobile Thermal Printer Developers Kit |
Printer Technology | Direct Thermal |
Model | PJ883-DK |
Included Printer | Brother PocketJet PJ883 |
Form Factor | Portable |
Weight | 1.34 lbs (with battery) |
Power Requirements | 15V DC |
Battery | Rechargeable Li-Ion included |
Print Resolution (Max) | 300 dpi |
Print Speed | Up to 3 inches per second |
Memory (RAM) | 256 MB |
Control Panel | Button Panel |
Compatible Mounts and Carrying Options | Optional |
Media Handling | Fan-fold, continuous roll, perforated roll, cut sheet |
Brother PocketJet 8 Developers Kit with PJ883 and Accessories



Key Benefits

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- Comprehensive kit with premium printing supplies and full development tools reduces integration time
- Compact and mobile-friendly design ideal for field service, logistics, and mobile workforce deployments
- High-resolution thermal printing with multiple media format support ensures adaptability to various business needs
Product Overview
The Brother PocketJet 8 Developers Kit is an all-inclusive solution tailored for developers and professionals needing reliable, compact, and high-performance mobile printing. Featuring the PJ883 direct thermal printer, this kit supports media types like cut sheet, perforated roll, continuous rolls, and fan-folded formats in standard sizes such as Letter, Legal, A4, and A5. With a print resolution of 300 dpi and speeds of up to 3 inches per second, it delivers crisp document output on demand. The included USB-C 2.0 interface enables fast data transmission and power supply via a single cable, simplifying in-vehicle and mobile integrations.
Packed with essential accessories—Li-Ion battery, standard and USB charging AC adapters, 3ft cigarette lighter adapter, 4ft USB cable, and cavity mounting block—the kit is optimized for field deployment. Premium supplies and development tools including SDKs, configuration software, and drivers, provide everything necessary for application integration. The PJ883 printer is backed by a 2-year Premier Limited Warranty and is Energy Star certified, offering both reliability and sustainability.
This developers kit is ideal for logistics, public safety, mobile sales, and field services environments where dependable document printing under varied conditions is essential. With compact dimensions of just 10.04 x 2.17 x 1.18 inches, rugged build, and USB-C communication, the Brother PocketJet 8 Developers Kit is a scalable and practical solution that shortens time-to-market for mobile printing implementations.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Support |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | China |
ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes |
EPEAT Level | |
TAA Compliant | No |
Certifications | FCC, IC, CB, CE, UKCA, RCM, KC |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Secure Communication | No wireless encryption supported |
Data Security | Limited – no internal storage |
Interfaces
Data Interface | USB-C 2.0 |
Interface Type | Wired |
Charging Type | USB-C Power Delivery |
Communication Protocols | EPSON ESC/P (emulation) |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 10.04 in |
Depth | 2.17 in |
Height | 1.18 in |
Operating Temperature | 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) |
Storage Temperature | -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C) |
Operating Humidity | 20%–80% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 20%–85% (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Developer Tools | SDKs, driver & configuration utilities included |
Cloud Features | Not supported |
License Requirements | None for core features |
Kit Contents
Included Accessories | Standard AC adapter, USB charging AC adapter, 3ft cigarette lighter adapter, Li-Ion battery, 4ft USB-C cable, cavity mounting block |
Warranty | 2-Year Premier Limited Warranty |
UPC | 700908010438 |