Choose DYMO RHINO 4200 for direct entry beside equipment, RHINO 5200 for a portable kit, RHINO 6000+ for PC-prepared batches, or M1011 for stamped metal asset tags. Keep the LabelWriter 550 Turbo for a shared bench paired with genuine DYMO Durable Industrial Labels. This DymoOnline guide matches each tool and material to a manufacturing job.
- RHINO 4200 suits direct QWERTY entry for cable and panel identification.
- RHINO 5200 kit includes a case, rechargeable battery, adaptor and two vinyl cartridges.
- RHINO 6000+ adds PC preparation and compatible cartridges up to 24mm.
- M1011 stamps metal asset and plant tags; attach them mechanically.
- Pair the 550 Turbo with Durable Industrial Labels, including 1933081 and 1933084.
Start with the surface and workflow
A panel identifier, cable wrap and metal plant tag are different outputs. Choose the material first, then the tool that accepts it. Check the job and compliance requirements before applying labels.
For wider trade applications, see our DYMO RHINO picks for tradies.
Manufacturing label makers at a glance
| Tool | Suited to | Useful features | Practical trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|
| RHINO 4200 | Labels typed beside equipment | QWERTY keyboard; 6mm to 19mm cartridges | No PC connection; power accessories separate |
| RHINO 5200 kit | Portable maintenance work | Case, battery and adaptor; over 100 saved formats | No PC connection; maximum width 19mm |
| RHINO 6000+ kit | Prepared label lists and wider formats | USB with DYMO ID; 6mm to 24mm cartridges | PC preparation requires Windows |
| M1011 kit | Stamped metal asset and plant tags | 12mm metal strip; attachment punches | Manual character entry and mechanical fixing |
| LabelWriter 550 Turbo with Durable Industrial Labels | Shared bench printing for indoor assets and bins | USB or Ethernet; 300 dpi | Roll-fed labels, not RHINO cartridges |
1. DYMO RHINO 4200: suited to direct entry beside equipment
The RHINO 4200 has a QWERTY keyboard, backlit display and shortcut keys for wire wraps, cable flags, fixed-length labels and breaker labels. Favourites and Custom keys recall frequently used settings.
It accepts RHINO vinyl, flexible nylon, permanent polyester and heat shrink cartridges from 6mm to 19mm.
Advantages: Familiar keyboard entry, reusable settings and four material families.
Trade-offs: No PC connection or 24mm support. A vinyl starter cartridge is included; the hard case, battery pack, adaptor and six AA cells are not.
Choose the RHINO 4200 for short labels entered directly on the tool.
2. DYMO RHINO 5200 kit: suited to portable maintenance work
The RHINO 5200 hard case kit includes a rechargeable lithium ion battery, AC adaptor and two white industrial vinyl cartridges. The tool has an ABC keyboard and backlit two-line display.
It saves over 100 label formats, with up to five printed lines on 19mm tape.
Advantages: Case and power accessories included, saved formats and multi-line labels.
Trade-offs: Text is entered on the tool. The maximum cartridge width is 19mm, the same as the 4200.
Choose the RHINO 5200 kit for portable maintenance work.
3. DYMO RHINO 6000+ kit: suited to PC-prepared batches
The RHINO 6000+ connects by USB to a Windows PC running DYMO ID. Build layouts and import data for repeat equipment labels or a prepared asset list.
It takes cartridges from 6mm to 24mm, stores up to 200 labels and shows a label preview with zoom.
Advantages: PC preparation, wider material options and stored labels.
Trade-offs: PC work requires DYMO ID on Windows; it prints cartridges rather than metal strip.
The kit includes a hard case, rechargeable battery, mains adaptor, 9mm vinyl cartridge and 24mm flexible nylon cartridge. Choose the RHINO 6000+ for label lists, repeat batches or compatible 24mm materials.
4. DYMO M1011 kit: suited to stamped metal asset and plant tags
The M1011 presses 4.775mm characters into 12mm aluminium or stainless steel strip by hand. Use it for plant references, valve identifiers and equipment tags that need mechanical attachment.
Its hole punch, cable-tie-slot punch, measuring gauge and scissor cut-off help finish the tag. The case contains standard and reverse-image character wheels, a 12mm x 3.65m aluminium roll and a 12mm x 4.8m stainless steel roll.
Advantages: Embossed lettering, no power supply and built-in attachment punches.
Trade-offs: Enter each character manually and fix the non-adhesive tag with a rivet, screw, strap or wire.
Choose the M1011 for stamped metal identification rather than printed tape.
Industrial tools in the range
5. LabelWriter 550 Turbo: paired with Durable Industrial Labels
The DYMO LabelWriter 550 Turbo is a desktop direct thermal printer with USB or Ethernet, 300 dpi output and printing up to 90 labels per minute. Pair it with coated-polypropylene Durable Industrial Labels for indoor asset, shelf and bin identification.
- 1933081, 25 x 89mm: Two rolls of 350, totalling 700 labels. The long format accommodates a barcode and text underneath.
- 1933084, 57 x 32mm: One roll of 800 for multipurpose equipment identification.
Both have permanent acrylic adhesive and a protective topcoat, with resistance to abrasion, moisture, oils, solvents and cleaning chemicals. Both are rated for indoor use from -18°C to 60°C.
Advantages: Shared bench access and pre-sized durable labels. Trade-off: The 104 x 159mm 1933086 in the wider durable range does not fit this printer.
Choose this pairing for indoor workstation printing, not handheld cartridge work.
Tapes for manufacturing
RHINO Permanent Polyester: flat panels and asset plates
RHINO Permanent Polyester Tape suits smooth, flat faceplates and equipment panels. Each cartridge contains 5.5m. The range includes 9mm, 12mm, 19mm and 24mm widths, with clear and metallic options in 19mm.
Use up to 19mm in all three RHINO picks; 24mm requires the 6000+. Choose nylon for tight curves.
RHINO Vinyl: general equipment and location labels
RHINO Vinyl Tape follows curves and slightly textured faces for indoor and outdoor identification. Each cartridge holds 5.5m: black on white in 9mm, 12mm and 19mm, or white on black in 9mm and 12mm. All fit the three RHINO printers here.
RHINO Flexible Nylon: cable, conduit and curved fittings
RHINO Flexible Nylon Tape follows curved and textured surfaces. Each cartridge contains 3.5m. Black on white comes in 12mm, 19mm and 24mm; black on yellow in 12mm and 19mm. All three printers accept 12mm and 19mm; 24mm requires the 6000+.
RHINO Heat Shrink Tube: conductor sleeves
RHINO Heat Shrink Tube is printable polyolefin sleeving with a 3:1 shrink ratio and 1.5m per cartridge. Choose 6mm, 9mm, 12mm or 19mm in black on white or black on yellow.
Size by conductor outside diameter: 1.18–2.33mm for 6mm tube, 1.73–3.73mm for 9mm, 2.97–5.13mm for 12mm and 4.64–8.70mm for 19mm. All sizes fit these RHINO printers; a separate heat gun shrinks the sleeve.
FAQ
Which tool suits manufacturing labels prepared on a PC?
The RHINO 6000+ connects through USB and uses DYMO ID on Windows. It accepts compatible cartridges up to 24mm.
Which tool stamps metal plant tags?
The M1011 manually embosses 12mm aluminium or stainless steel strip. Attach the finished non-adhesive tag mechanically.
Do 1933081 and 1933084 fit the LabelWriter 550 Turbo?
Yes. Both Durable Industrial Label product pages list the 550 Turbo as compatible; use authentic DYMO rolls.
Which tape suits curved conduit?
Choose RHINO Flexible Nylon for curved or textured surfaces. Permanent Polyester suits smooth, flat panels.
