Zebra ZT231
Midrange printer
Robust metal construction
The Zebra ZT231 features a durable metal housing, ideal for light industrial environments with continuous load.
High print speed and resolution
Offers up to 12 ips (305 mm/s) at 203 dpi, with optional 300 dpi for sharp barcodes and text in demanding applications.
Intuitive touch interface
The 4.3-inch color touchscreen and three-color LEDs ensure simple operation and quick status feedback.
Product information
The Zebra ZT231 is a compact industrial label printer that supports both direct thermal and thermal transfer printing, with a maximum print width of 104 mm and print speeds up to 12 ips (305 mm/s) at 203 dpi or 8 ips at 300 dpi. It is designed for light industrial applications such as logistics, manufacturing, retail, and warehousing, where reliable labels and barcodes for shipping, inventory, and identification are needed. The printer uses a thin film printhead with E3 Element Energy Equalizer for consistent print quality, even at high volumes.
The side-loading media path and bi-fold door with transparent window make loading labels and ribbons simple, while movable sensors for transmission and reflection offer flexible media support (continuous, die-cut, notch, black mark). With 256 MB SDRAM and Flash memory, it efficiently stores formats and graphics. Connectivity includes USB 2.0, RS-232, Ethernet, and USB Host, with options for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The printer supports ZPL II and EPL (at 203 dpi direct thermal), and is ENERGY STAR certified for lower energy consumption.
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Specifications
Print technology: Direct thermal and thermal transfer.
Print resolution: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm); optional 300 dpi (12 dots/mm).
Maximum print width: 4.09 inch (104 mm).
Maximum print speed: 12 ips (305 mm/s) at 203 dpi; 8 ips at 300 dpi.
Memory: 256 MB SDRAM, 256 MB Flash.
Media sensors: Movable transmissive and reflective sensors.
Media types: Continuous, die-cut, notch, black mark; width 51–110 mm.
Ribbon capacity: Standard 450 m (1476 ft).
Interfaces: USB 2.0, RS-232, Ethernet 10/100, USB Host; optional Wi-Fi, Bluetooth.
Operation: 4.3-inch color touchscreen, three-color LEDs.
Construction: Metal frame with bi-fold door and clear window.
Applications: Logistics, manufacturing, retail, warehousing.
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Frequently asked questions
Coding and labeling are our core business. We have 5,000 customers in widely varying sectors: from the local cheese shop to the multinational.
For which environments is the Zebra ZT231 suitable?
The ZT231 is ideal for light industrial settings such as logistics and manufacturing, thanks to its robust metal construction and high durability.
What print resolutions and speeds does the ZT231 offer?
Standard 203 dpi with up to 12 ips (305 mm/s); optional 300 dpi with 8 ips for detailed barcodes.
How do you load media in the Zebra ZT231?
Via side-loading supplies path with bi-fold door and transparent window for simple and fast media and ribbon changes.
What connectivity options does the ZT231 have?
Standard USB 2.0, RS-232, Ethernet, and USB Host; expandable with Wi-Fi (802.11ac) and Bluetooth for flexible integration.
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