The Brady M210 is a rugged, portable label printer designed for on-the-job labeling in industrial environments. It's ideal for electricians, datacom installers, maintenance crews, and safety managers who need to create fast, reliable, and durable labels for wires, cables, panels, bins, equipment, and more.

Both the Brady M210 and M211 are rugged, portable label printers that use the same durable M21 label materials. The key difference is their user interface and how you create labels:

• M210 Handheld Label Maker: This printer features a built-in QWERTY keyboard and an intuitive interface, making it perfect for creating labels on the fly without needing another device. It's an all-in-one, standalone solution.
• M211 Portable Bluetooth® Label Printer: This printer allows you to design and print complex labels directly from your smartphone. Using the powerful Express Labels Mobile App, you'll see a full-color visual preview before printing and can instantly create labels from spreadsheets (Excel/CSV) or by taking a picture (OCR). Built for efficiency, it includes a rechargeable internal Li-ion battery and an automatic cutter.

The Brady M210 is available in two configurations:

• M210 Handheld Label Printer (Tool Only): Includes the M210 Label Printer, one starter cartridge (M21-750-499 Nylon Cloth), and a Quick Start Guide. Ideal if you already own a compatible charger and case.
• M210 Label Printer Kit (Recommended for New Users): Includes the M210 Label Printer, one starter cartridge, a durable hard-sided carrying case, a high-capacity rechargeable Li-ion battery, an AC Power adapter/charger, and a Quick Start Guide. This kit offers the best value for new users.

Absolutely. The M210 is designed to be your toughest partner on the job. It has been tested to withstand a 6-foot drop, 250 lbs of crush force, and military-grade shock (MIL-STD-810G). Its rugged overmolded body ensures it can handle demanding work environments.

The M210 printer works exclusively with Brady's M21-series label cartridges, which must be Brady Authentic materials. These all-in-one cartridges contain both the label supply and ribbon in a single unit.

The M210 supports over 90 different label cartridges and 12 material types, including:

• Self-laminating wire and cable wraps
• Heat-shrink sleeves
• Terminal block and patch panel labels
• Durable vinyl for indoor/outdoor use
• Nylon cloth for curved or textured surfaces

The M210 features a "drop-lock-and-go" smart cell cartridge system. Simply open the printer locking lever, drop the cartridge in until it clicks, and close the lever. The printer automatically recognizes the cartridge and calibrates the settings for you.

Yes, the M210 can print Code 39 and Code 128 barcodes, plus natively print QR codes as well.

No, the Brady M210 is a standalone, portable printer. All label design is done directly on the device using its built-in keyboard and screen. It does not have USB or Bluetooth connectivity for use with computer software or mobile apps.

This is often caused by a dirty print head or roller. First, turn off the printer and remove the cartridge. Use the Brady Cleaning Kit (PCK-6) to gently wipe the print head and the rubber platen roller. Allow them to dry completely before re-inserting the cartridge and turning the printer on.

The optional rechargeable Li-ion battery (battery charges outside of printer using AC adapter) can print approximately 2000 (2 in. long) labels on a single charge. The printer can also be powered by 6 AA alkaline batteries (sold separately) or by the AC power adapter (included in some kits), which allows you to use the printer while it is charging.

Yes, a powerful magnetic accessory is available for the M210. It allows you to mount the printer to metal surfaces like panels, enclosures, or tool chests, freeing up your hands to work.

The M210 is our premier standalone portable printer. For more advanced features like PC/mobile connectivity, data integration from spreadsheets, Brady offers a full range of solutions. Models like the M211 (app-driven), M511, or M611 (app/software) are great next steps.