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Brother PocketJet 8 PJ863 Thermal Printer, 300dpi, USB-C, Bluetooth

VENDOR: BROTHER Mfg Part#: PJ863 UPC#: 012502669920
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  • 300 dpi direct thermal technology for high-resolution monochrome printing
  • USB-C, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC connectivity for seamless wireless operation
  • Supports wide range of paper sizes including A4, A5, letter, and legal
  • Lightweight and compact—only 0.95 lbs and 10.04 inches wide
  • Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS
  • Operates in harsh environments with temperature range from -10°C to 50°C

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Key Benefits

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  • Offers true on-the-go full-page printing with wide OS compatibility for mobile professionals.
  • No ink or toner required thanks to reliable direct thermal printing, reducing consumable costs.
  • Built to handle environmental extremes, ideal for field service, emergency response, and mobile POS.

Product Overview

The Brother PocketJet 8 PJ863 is a compact thermal printer that delivers 300 dpi monochrome output for full-page documents on the go. Designed for maximum versatility, it supports a wide range of media types and sizes, including A4, A5, and legal formats. Wireless integration is seamless thanks to Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C, and NFC, making the printer compatible with mobile and desktop environments across major operating systems. Weighing less than 1 lb and measuring under 11 inches wide, it is highly portable and equipped for operation in rugged conditions (from -10°C to 50°C). Users benefit from simple operation via a button panel and up to 8 ppm printing speed. Optional battery power provides up to 600 pages per charge. Backed by a 2-year Premier Warranty, the PJ863 is engineered for durability in mission-critical field use.

Specifications

Product Overview
Type Direct Thermal Mobile Printer
Form Factor Portable
Weight 0.95 lbs.
Power Requirements Input: 15V DC 4.0A
Battery Type Lithium-ion
Battery Yield Up to 600 pages
Print Speed Up to 8 ppm
Print Resolution 300 dpi
Color Capability Monochrome
Memory (RAM) 256 MB
Control Panel Button Panel

Wireless Features
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2
Bluetooth Profiles Supported SPP, OPP, HCRP, BIP, BPP
NFC Support Yes

Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin China
Certifications CE, FCC, VCCI, cTUVus
Manufacturer Warranty 2 Year Premier Warranty

Advanced Security Features
Secure Bluetooth Pairing Yes
NFC Tap to Pair Security Yes
Mobile Device Authentication Application-based control (via SDK)

Interfaces
USB Interface USB-C 2.0
Wireless Interface Bluetooth 5.2
NFC Yes
Apple MFi Certified Yes

Physical & Environmental
Width 10.04 inches
Depth 2.17 inches
Height 1.18 inches
Minimum Operating Temperature -10°C
Maximum Operating Temperature 50°C
Humidity Range (Operating) 20% to 80% non-condensing
Color Black
Cutter Type Tear-bar (manual)

Cloud Management & Licensing
Mobile & Desktop OS Compatibility Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS
Management Tools P-touch Editor, Mobile Deploy, Software Development Kits (SDKs)
Supported Printer Languages ESC/P-P, ESC/P-B, P-touch Template

Media Handling
Media Types Supported Cut sheet, continuous roll, perforated roll, fan-fold
Media Sizes Supported Letter, Legal, A4, A5, Custom sizes
Label Types Cut sheet, fan-fold labels
Fonts Included Bitmap: Helsinki, Brussels, Letter Gothic; Outline: Helsinki, Brussels, Letter Gothic