Label Unwinders

Label unwinders play an important role in medium-to-high volume label production by offering a convenient way to manage label rolls as they are fed into a label printer. While some label printers, such as the Epson TM-C7500, come with integrated label unwinders, others do not. In many cases, the stock label unwinder that comes with a label printer can be replaced by a larger one, which allows you to use larger label rolls.

Label unwinders can be either powered or unpowered and come with different speeds and specifications. DuraFast Label Company has a large selection of label unwinders available in various sizes and configurations to meet your label handling needs. For example, some label unwinders come with 2- or 3-inch core holders or even adjustable core holders for maximum flexibility.

We also have powered label unwinders designed for specific label printer models such as the Afinia L701 or Epson TM-C3500. Related accessories like label unwinder junction plates, which keep the labels aligned and provide stability, are also available below.

Label unwinder stands for thermal label printers are another great choice. These are typically unpowered and sit behind the printer.

Advantages of using a label unwinder or stand include greater operational efficiency, lower cost per label (based on buying larger label rolls with more labels per roll at a reduced cost per label), and better protection against paper jams. When paired with a label rewinder (a unit that goes in the front of the printer and rewinds labels onto a core immediate after they are printed), your printer becomes a mini label press that can print from roll to roll.

Optimize Your Thermal Desktop Printing with 3" Core Label Rolls

Our top-selling External Label Unwinder | Supports 3" Core and Spindle | Epson 3500 | Primera LX500 (SKU: 99451) is the perfect add-on for your thermal desktop printers like the Zebra ZD621t, Godex GE300, and G530. This versatile unwinder bridges the gap between desktop and industrial printing by allowing you to use large 3-inch core label rolls—traditionally reserved for industrial printers—directly with your compact thermal desktop units. Now you can enjoy the best of both worlds: the convenience and footprint of a desktop printer combined with access to industrial-sized label inventories. Whether you need labels with a 1-inch core or a 3-inch core, this external unwinder expands your options dramatically, giving you greater flexibility, better selection, and a wider variety of label and tag materials to choose from for any application.

Expand Your Color Inkjet Printing Capabilities

The External Label Unwinder is also an essential accessory for color inkjet label printers, including the Epson CW-C4000, TM-C3500, and Primera LX500. Designed to handle large 3-inch core inkjet labels, this unwinder enables you to utilize the same high-quality media used with larger systems like the Primera LX4000 or industrial-grade labels designed for the Epson TM-C7500 and CW-C8000. The unwinder sits conveniently behind your printer, feeding labels smoothly from the back to ensure uninterrupted, professional-grade printing. This setup not only maximizes your media compatibility but also streamlines your workflow, allowing you to leverage cost-effective, high-volume label rolls without compromising on print quality or operational efficiency.

Browse our selection of label unwinders below.