Epson expands ColorWorks range with new CW-D3800e desktop colour label printer

New dye-ink printer lowers barrier to on-demand colour labelling for retail, e-commerce and healthcare applications

Epson, a global leader in printing technology, today announces the launch of the ColorWorks CW-D3800e, a new desktop colour label printer designed to make high-quality, on-demand colour labelling more accessible to a broader range of businesses.

Available from June 2026, the CW-D3800e offers a cost-effective, easy-to-use solution for customers who require professional colour labels without the need for higher-specification, higher-volume systems. The CW-D3800 is designed for small businesses, home e-commerce operations, retailers, pharmacies and health retailers, offering a simplified entry point into Epson’s ColorWorks range.

Using dye-based ink technology, the printer produces vibrant colours with rich black tones, particularly on glossy media, making it ideal for short-run, on-demand labelling for product and promotional items; pharmacy and healthcare labelling, shelf-edge and price labelling; and personalised packaging and gift labelling.

ColorWorks on-demand labelling enables businesses to move away from pre-printed labels, reducing waste while improving flexibility and responsiveness. Designed for simplicity, flexibility and integration, the CW-D3800e has been developed with a strong focus on ease of use, enabling businesses to produce high-quality attractive labels without specialist knowledge.

“Retailers and small businesses are increasingly looking for ways to add flexibility and visual impact to their operations without adding complexity,” said Jacob Kallergis, Epson Europe. “With the CW-D3800e, we’re lowering the barrier to entry for on-demand colour labelling. By combining vibrant dye-based output with a simple, accessible design, we’re enabling businesses to produce professional-quality labels in-store or on demand, whether for packaging, promotions or customer-facing applications, while keeping costs and operational effort low.”

Key features include:

Simple setup and operation, with all functions accessible from the front of the device
Automatic print quality optimisation, including auto head maintenance
Compact footprint, aligned with the proven C4000 design, ideal for space-constrained environments
Easy maintenance tools, including remote configuration, monitoring and management

The printer has been designed for easy integration into existing retail, logistics and healthcare workflows with the following capabilities:

Native support for leading labelling software including BarTender, Loftware Cloud and Teklynx Codesoft
SDK for iOS, Android and web applications
Compatibility with SAP environments, ESC/Label and ZPLII emulation

Technical specifications

Print technology: Inkjet (dye-based)
Print resolution: Up to 600 x 1200 dpi
Ink system: Dye-based ink, individual cartridges (CMYK)
Media support: Optimised for glossy label media
Print capability: On-demand printing from single labels to short production runs
Connectivity: USB as standard; optional Wi-Fi via dongle
Platform compatibility: Windows, Mac and Linux drivers
SDK support: iOS, Android and web applications
Integration: SAP support, ESC/Label, ZPLII emulation
Native driver compatibility: BarTender, Loftware Cloud, Teklynx Codesoft
Maintenance: auto head maintenance and print quality adjustment
Form factor: Compact desktop design (aligned with C4000 footprint)