Zebra ZT231 Industrial Thermal Transfer Label Printer

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.

Make It Easy for Your IT Team:
Take advantage of Zebra’s robust, ever-growing Print DNATM 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.

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.

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.

Printer Specifications:

• Resolution: 203 dpi/8 dots per mm , 300 dpi/12 dots per mm (optional)
• Memory: 256 MB SDRAM memory, 256 MB on-board linear Flash memory
• Maximum Print Width: 4.09 in./104 mm
• Maximum Print Speed: 12 ips (203 dpi), 8 ips (300 dpi)
• Media Sensors: Moveable transmissive and reflective sensors
• Maximum Print Length: 203 dpi: 157 in/3988 mm, 300 dpi: 73in/1854 mm

Media Characteristics:

• Minimum Label and Liner Length: Tear mode: 0.7 in/18 mm, Cutter mode: 1 in/25 mm, Peel mode: 0.5 in/13 mm
• Media Width: 0.75 in./19.4 mm to 4.50 in./114 mm
• Media Roll Size: 8.0 in./203 mm O.D. on a 3.0 in./76 mm I.D. core, 6.0 in./152 mm O.D. on a 1.0 in./25 mm I.D. core
• Media Thickness: 0.003 in./0.076 mm to 0.010 in./0.25 mm
• Media Types: Continuous, die-cut, notch, black mark

Ribbon Characteristics:

• Standard Length: 1,476 ft./450 m
• Width: 2 in./51 mm to 4.33 in./110 mm
• Core: 1.0 in./25.4 mm

Operating Characteristics:

• Operating Temp.: Thermal transfer: 40ºF to 105ºF/5º to 40ºC, Direct thermal: 32ºF to 105ºF/0º to 40ºC
• Storage/Transportation Temperature: -40ºF to 140ºF/-40º to 60ºC
• Operating Humidity: 20% to 85% non-condensing
• Storage Humidity: 5% to 85% non-condensing
• Electrical: Universal auto-ranging (PFC-compliant), power supply 100-240 VAC; 50-60 Hz, ENERGY STAR certified