TSC 98-0240004-00LF Left Side Cover Assembly
Overview
The TSC 98-0240004-00LF is a genuine left side cover assembly designed as a direct replacement spare part for compatible TSC printers. Sourced from TSC's spare parts program, this assembly restores the printer's structural integrity and exterior protection after physical damage or wear — keeping hardware in service rather than forcing a full-unit replacement. If you are searching for this part, it is also catalogued as 98 0240004 00LF in some procurement systems.
Key Features
- Genuine TSC OEM Component: Factory-new part sourced directly through TSC's spare parts program — not an aftermarket substitute. Using the correct OEM cover preserves fit tolerances and avoids clearance issues with internal mechanisms that aftermarket covers can introduce.
- Direct Replacement Design: Engineered to match the original left side cover assembly geometry of the compatible TSC printer model. No modification or re-drilling required for installation — swap out the damaged cover and return the unit to production.
- Lightweight Construction (~1 lb): At approximately 1 lb gross weight, the 98-0240004-00LF adds minimal load to the printer chassis. Handling and installation do not require additional tooling beyond standard maintenance procedures.
- Taiwan Manufacture: Produced in Taiwan under TSC's manufacturing standards, consistent with the build quality of the printer it supports.
Integration & Compatibility
The 98-0240004-00LF is listed under TSC's Spare Parts product family. Confirm compatibility against your specific TSC printer model number before ordering — TSC produces multiple printer platforms and cover assemblies are model-specific. Contact your procurement team or cross-reference the TSC parts catalogue to verify fitment. This part carries a 2-year warranty consistent with TSC spare parts program terms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What printer models is the 98-0240004-00LF compatible with?
A: The 98-0240004-00LF is a TSC OEM spare part. Exact model compatibility should be confirmed against the TSC parts catalogue or your printer's service documentation, as cover assemblies are model-specific.
Q: Is the 98-0240004-00LF a genuine TSC part or aftermarket?
A: This is a genuine TSC OEM component sourced through TSC's spare parts program — not an aftermarket or third-party substitute.
Q: What is the warranty on the 98-0240004-00LF?
A: The 98-0240004-00LF carries a 2-year warranty per TSC's spare parts program terms.
Q: What is the weight of the 98-0240004-00LF?
A: The gross weight is approximately 1 lb as listed in TSC's product data.
Q: Where is the 98-0240004-00LF manufactured?
A: Country of origin is Taiwan, manufactured under TSC's production standards.
When a TSC printer goes down due to a cracked or broken left side cover, the 98-0240004-00LF is the correct path back to operation — at roughly $100 MSRP, it is a fraction of the cost of a replacement unit, and at approximately 1 lb it is a straightforward field swap rather than a depot repair.
Technical Highlights:
- OEM Fit: Manufactured in Taiwan to TSC's own tolerances — the cover seats correctly against internal chassis components without shimming or modification, which matters in high-cycle print environments where misaligned covers can cause media jams.
- 2-Year Warranty Coverage: The part carries a 2-year warranty, giving service teams a documented coverage period for a component that typically absorbs incidental impact in warehouse and distribution environments.
- ~1 lb Gross Weight: Lightweight enough that a single technician can complete the swap without a second set of hands — relevant when you are servicing printers installed in tight rack or cart configurations.
Deployment Considerations:
- Verify fitment against your specific TSC printer model number before ordering — TSC produces multiple printer platforms and this cover assembly is model-specific. Ordering the wrong cover assembly creates return friction and downtime.
- Item status is listed as CU in TSC's catalogue, which can indicate limited or controlled availability — check stock levels before committing to a repair timeline that depends on this part arriving by a specific date.
The 98-0240004-00LF is the right call for facilities maintenance teams managing a fleet of TSC printers in warehouse or distribution center environments where minimizing printer downtime per incident is a measurable operational metric.
