Epson ColorWorks C6500 Colour Label Printer
Epson C6500 Colour Label Printer for Wide-Format Printing
The Epson C6500 Colour Label Printer is an eight-inch industrial printer for producing wide-format colour labels in-house and on demand. Designed for businesses requiring larger labels with detailed graphics, variable information and accurate barcodes, it combines high-resolution four-colour output with flexible media handling and industrial integration options.
With a maximum print width of 212mm and resolutions up to 1200 x 1200dpi, the Epson C6500 can produce large product, packaging, pallet, drum and chemical labels without relying entirely on pre-printed stock. Its wide-format capability clearly differentiates it from four-inch colour label printers where additional space is required for branding, safety information, regulatory content or logistics data.
Eight-Inch On-Demand Colour Label Printing
The Epson C6500 Colour Label Printer allows complete label designs to be printed in a single process. Logos, photographs, product details, hazard pictograms, ingredients, handling instructions, barcodes and variable data can all be incorporated into the finished label.
Printing labels when they are required gives businesses greater control over artwork changes, product variations and shorter production runs. It can also reduce the need to store numerous versions of pre-printed labels that may become obsolete following changes to products, branding or regulatory information.
Wide-Format Labels up to 212mm Print Width
The Epson C6500 provides a maximum print width of 212mm, making it suitable for applications where a conventional four-inch label does not provide sufficient printable space. The wider format allows detailed operational and commercial information to be presented clearly without unnecessarily reducing text, barcode or graphic sizes.
This extra capacity is particularly valuable for chemical drums, pallets, outer packaging and large product labels. Colour-coded information and warnings can be combined with variable data and machine-readable barcodes within one professionally produced label.
Auto-Cutter or Peeler Epson C6500
The Epson C6500 Colour Label Printer is available with an integrated auto-cutter or built-in label peeler. Selecting the appropriate configuration depends on how the labels will be produced, handled and applied.
- Epson C6500Ae auto-cutter: cuts the printed media automatically and is suited to producing batches of wide-format labels, tickets and tags.
- Epson C6500Pe label peeler: separates each printed label from its backing material to support manual application and print-and-apply processes.
Review the individual printer options below for configuration-specific descriptions, included equipment, current pricing, warranty choices and compatible accessories.
Gloss Black or Matte Black Ink
Auto-cutter and peeler versions of the Epson C6500 are available with gloss-black or matte-black pigment ink. The correct configuration should be selected according to the surface and finish of the intended label material.
- Gloss Black Epson C6500: suited to glossy and coated materials where rich images, vibrant colours and an attractive finished appearance are priorities.
- Matte Black Epson C6500: optimised for matte, plain and textured materials where dense black text and precise barcode reproduction are required.
ERS can help evaluate the proposed label material, artwork and operating environment before you select a gloss-black or matte-black model.
Durable UltraChrome DL Pigment Ink
The Epson C6500 Colour Label Printer uses individual UltraChrome DL pigment ink cartridges to produce detailed, durable output. Pigment-based printing supports labels requiring resistance to water, smudging and chemicals when the printer is used with an appropriate label material.
Each ink colour can be replaced individually as it is consumed. This enables businesses to manage their ink usage while printing full-colour branding, variable information, colour-coded warnings and barcodes within the same label design.
High-Resolution Colour and Barcode Output
Resolutions up to 1200 x 1200dpi allow the Epson C6500 to reproduce fine text, detailed images and machine-readable barcodes across wide-format labels. Colour-matching functionality, including ICC profiles and spot-colour tools, supports more consistent reproduction of branded and application-specific colours.
This combination of resolution and colour control enables labels to perform both commercial and operational roles. Product branding can be presented alongside traceability details, handling information, safety warnings and barcode data without requiring separate printing processes.
Flexible Media Handling
The Epson C6500 Colour Label Printer supports continuous media, die-cut labels and black-mark materials. Its media flexibility allows businesses to produce labels in different sizes and formats for product identification, packaging, logistics and compliance applications.
Glossy, matte and textured materials can be selected according to the required appearance and durability. The printer and ink configuration should always be matched to the intended media and operating conditions to achieve the best result.
Industrial Integration and Printer Management
The Epson C6500 is designed to integrate with established business and label-printing systems. It supports ESC/Label and ZPL II emulation, allowing the printer to be introduced into a range of existing label workflows.
Remote configuration, maintenance and monitoring options can support businesses operating printers in production, warehouse and distributed working environments. Front-facing operation also provides practical access when changing media or carrying out routine tasks.
Epson C6500 Applications
The wide print format, durable pigment inks and flexible finishing options make the Epson C6500 Colour Label Printer suitable for applications including:
- Chemical drum labels containing hazard pictograms, safety instructions and product information
- Pallet and logistics labels combining routing data, barcodes and colour-coded identification
- Large product labels featuring branding, photographs, descriptions and variable information
- Packaging labels requiring ingredients, instructions, warnings and traceability details
- Manufacturing labels containing part numbers, batch data, serial numbers and machine-readable codes
- Food and beverage labels incorporating branding, ingredients, allergen information and nutritional details
- Healthcare and pharmaceutical labels requiring detailed text, barcodes and colour-coded information
- Print-and-apply labels produced by peeler-equipped models for packing and production operations
Choose the Right Epson C6500 Configuration
This product master page brings together the available Epson C6500 Colour Label Printer models. The principal choices are between an auto-cutter or peeler mechanism and a gloss-black or matte-black ink configuration.
Before selecting a model, consider the required label dimensions, media finish, application method, artwork, print volume and operating environment. The individual SKU options below provide complete descriptions, specifications, prices, warranty choices and compatible accessories.
Test Your Wide-Format Labels Before Ordering
Successful wide-format colour label printing depends on selecting the correct printer, ink and media combination. ERS can produce samples using your own artwork so that you can assess colour reproduction, fine text, barcode readability, label finish and media suitability before purchasing an Epson C6500.
Explore the available auto-cutter, peeler, gloss-black and matte-black models below or request an Epson ColorWorks sample pack for your application.
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Key Features
- Eight-inch industrial colour label printer
- Maximum print width of 212mm
- Print speed up to 85mm per second
- Resolution up to 1200 × 1200dpi
- Epson PrecisionCore printhead technology
- Individual UltraChrome DL pigment inks
- Gloss-black and matte-black configurations
- Auto-cutter and label-peeler models
- Suitable for continuous and die-cut labels
- Supports black-mark media
- High-resolution text, graphics and barcodes
- ICC profile and spot-colour matching
- ESC/Label and ZPL II emulation
- Front-operated industrial design
- Suitable for large product, packaging and pallet labels
- Ideal for chemical drum and compliance labelling