Smart features. Small investment. Big payoff.
Demands are rising and timelines are shrinking. Do you have the printing capabilities to keep up - without interruption? The ZT231 delivers the winning combination of the right features at the right price, along with the long-lasting quality you expect from Zebra. Fast print speeds, high-resolution print quality, large color touchscreen, future-forward design and more - all in one space-saving footprint. Plus, add optional capabilities like RFID, wireless connectivity and media handling features when you need them. But that's not all. Get built-in intelligence to make your work easier, and unmatched security so nothing stands in your way. That's how Zebra defines value.
Get More Value with Zebra | Simple Operation with Smart Features
Reduce training time with the ZT231's easy-to-use 4.3" full-color touchscreen. See status at a glance, access wizards and helpful how-to videos and make changes with the touch of a finger or gloved hand. Seamlessly integrate the ZT231 into your existing network as it is backwards compatible and features Printer Emulations to replace other brands without having to change label formats or rewrite code.
Make It Easy for Your IT Team
Take advantage of Zebra's robust, ever growing Print DNA software suite for added capabilities. Easily configure, troubleshoot and manage your printers onsite or remotely via a web-based dashboard. Compare your printer security settings against best practices and adjust to match your preferences, while protecting your data from vulnerabilities.
The Smart Choice Now and Later
The benefits of buying a ZT231 don't end at the point of purchase. Expand your printer's capabilities with field-installable upgrades when you need them. Add options such as a cutter or peeler, wireless connectivity or even UHF RFID encoding.
Built to Perform. Engineered to Endure. | Don't Compromise on Quality
With a durable metal frame, the ZT231 is ideal for light industrial environments. Print crisp text and barcodes with optional 300 dpi resolution. Advance your label throughput with industry-leading print speeds up to 12 ips at 203 dpi. Be confident knowing you're backed by Zebra, the #1 leader in barcode printing.
Get More Done with Greater Visibility
The ZT231 includes an all-new architecture to process more jobs at once and evolve with emerging technologies. Onboard analytics and printhead element out detection help you plan maintenance in advance. And, the easy tool-less platen and print head removal makes maintenance easy.
Small Footprint, Big Access
To help you make the most of your workspace, we've engineered the ZT231 with a space-saving, compact design and bi-fold door that reduces the height needed to open your printer. Take the trouble out of media loading with an intuitive design and color-coded cues. Adjustable sensors offer greater media flexibility and the large ribbon roll capacity lets you change media less frequently.
- Print methods: direct-thermal or thermal-transfer
- Construction: metal frame and metal enclosures
- Bi-fold media door with large clear window
- Side-loading supplies path for simplified media and ribbon loading
- Thin film printhead with E3™ Element Energy™ Equalizer for superior print quality
- Three-color LEDs for quick printer status
- 4.3" color resistive touch screen with intuitive menu for quick operation and settings
- Communications: USB 2.0, RS-232 Serial port, 10/100 Ethernet, and USB Host
- ENERGY STAR® certified
- Bluetooth Low Energy (BTLE) technology for enhanced location precision
| Brand | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Zebra Technologies Corporation |
| Memory / RAM | |
|---|---|
| Standard Memory | 256 MB |
| Storage | |
|---|---|
| Flash Memory | 256 MB |
| Screen / Display | |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 4.3" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Display Screen | Yes |
| Display Screen Type | LED |
| Power & Battery | |
|---|---|
| Power Source | AC Supply |
| Networking & Connectivity | |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) | Yes |
| RFID | Yes |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired & Wireless |
| USB Ports | |
|---|---|
| USB | Yes |
| USB Standard | USB 2.0 |
| USB Host | Yes |
| General Features | |
|---|---|
| Real Time Clock | Yes |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Manufacturer | Zebra Technologies Corporation |
| Recommended Use | Label Print |
| Misc Ports | |
|---|---|
| Serial Port | Yes |
| Printer/Scanner/Fax Specs | |
|---|---|
| Print Technology | Thermal Transfer |
| Maximum Mono Print Speed | 8 in/s |
| Print Color Capability | Monochrome |
| Cutter | Yes |
| Cutter Type | Guillotine |
| Barcode Symbology Supported | RSS Composite |
| Media Sensor | Moveable Sensor |
| Language Emulation | EZPL |
| Peel Facility | Yes |
| Media Type | Black Mark |
| Maximum Roll Diameter | 7.99" |
| Maximum Print Resolution (dpi) | 203 |
| Maximum Print Width | 4.09" |
| Maximum Label Width | 4.49" |
| Media Thickness | 9.84 mil |
| Maximum Print Length | 72.99" |
| Compliance & Certification | |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 40°F (4.4°C) - 105°F (40.6°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°F (-40°C) - 140°F (60°C) |
| Operating Relative Humidity | 20% - 85% |
| Storage Relative Humidity | 5% - 85% |
| Energy Star | Yes |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Product Name | ZT231 Industrial Printer |
| Power Cable Localization | US |