Zebra ZT231

The Zebra 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.

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Includes Full Manufacturer's Warranty

Product Information

Standard Features

• 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

• ZebraDesigner Essentials

• Real-Time Clock (RTC)

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions

ZT231 Closed: 17 in. L x 9.5 in. W x 11 in. H

432 mm L x 241 mm W x 279 mm H

ZT231 with Liner Takeup Unit:

17 in. L x 9.5 in. W x 12.75 in. H

432 mm L x 241 mm W x 324 mm H

Weight

ZT231: 20 lbs./9.1 kg

ZT231 with Liner Takeup Unit: 24 lbs./10.9 kg

*Dimensions are for the base model printer. Consult your sales representative for specifics regarding other configurations.

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 (Thermal-transfer option only)

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

Agency Approvals

IEC 62368-1, EN55022 Class B, EN55024, EN55035, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, FCC Class B, ICES-003, FCC 15.209; 15.247(d), IC RSS 247, EN 300 328, EN 301 893, EN 62311, cTUVus, CE Marking, UKCA, VCCI, RCM, S- Mark, CCC, CU EAC, BSMI, KCC, & BIS

Print DNA Basic Software

This printer is supported by our Print DNA Basic suite of software capabilities to get your printer up and running quickly, deliver a dependable print experience and enable your printer to evolve with your business needs. Print DNA features may vary by model, and some features may require a license.

Firmware

ZBI 2.0™ — Optional powerful programming language that lets printers run stand-alone applications, connect to peripherals, and much more.

ZPL and ZPL II™ — Zebra Programming Language provides sophisticated label formatting and printer control and is compatible with all Zebra printers.

EPL and EPL2™— Eltron Programming Language with Line Mode simplifies label formatting and enables format compatibility with legacy applications. (EPL with Line Mode available on direct thermal models only.) (EPL available on 203 dpi models only.)

Barcode Symbologies

Linear Barcodes: Code 11, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128 with subsets A/B/C and UCC Case Codes, ISBT-128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC and EAN with

2 or 5 digit extensions, Plessey, Postnet, Standard 2-of-5, Industrial 2-of-5, Interleaved 2-of-5, Logmars, MSI, Codabar, Planet Code

2D Barcodes: Aztec, Codablock, PDF417, Code 49, Data Matrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, MicroPDF417, TLC 39, RSS-14 (and composite)

Fonts and Graphics

Z7 bitmapped, 1 smooth-scalable (CG Triumvirate™ Bold Condensed*) Pre-loaded Unicode™-compliant scalable fonts for EMEA character sets International character sets supporting the following code page: IBM® Code Page 850

Supports user-defined fonts and graphics, including custom logos ZPL II drawing commands including boxes and lines 64 MB user available Flash memory storage for downloadable objects; 32 MB user-available SDRAM

Options and Accessories

Communication

• 802.11ac Wi-Fi option card

• 10/100 Ethernet option card

• Applicator Interface

Media Handling

• Peel — a front-mount, passive-peel with no take-up spindle

• Peel — a front-mount, passive-peel with liner take-up spindle (factory-fit only)

• Cutter — a front-mount guillotine cutter

RFID*

• UHF field-installable RFID kit

Keyboard Display Unit

• ZKDU™ keyboard display units for stand-alone printing applications

*Specifications are subject to change without notice

Zebra Link-OS

Link-OS is the one-of-a-kind enterprise printer operating system found in Zebra’s latest line of printers. Featuring advanced connectivity capabilities, extensive device management and advanced privacy controls, no other printers deliver this level of intelligence and innovation. Printers running Link-OS are supported by a suite of powerful Applications, Utilities and Developer Tools, making it simple to create robust, adaptable and intelligent print solutions.