When your budget requires a basic printer, that usually means compromising on quality, functionality and performance — value printers typically use less expensive components and offer fewer features. The result is a printer with a shorter lifecycle that falls short of your performance expectations, requiring repairs and replacement more frequently, ultimately costing you more instead of less. Meet the value printers that are different — the Zebra ZD230TA thermal transfer printer and ZD230DA direct thermal printer. With these 4-inch thermal printers, there’s no compromise. You get a printer built to last for years, with same quality that has made Zebra an industry leader. Easy to install and operate, this USB printer is up and running in an instant — just plug it into any USB port, plug in the power cord and you’re ready to print. You get highly legible print quality for every single label — whether you choose 203 dpi or the new 300 dpi option. And regardless of how many shifts you operate, you get reliable performance, every minute of every shift.
This USB label printer is simple to install — you can start printing nearly instantly, right out of the box. And since this printer supports ZPL, EPL and non-Zebra command languages, you can easily replace the printer you’re using today.
The transparent media window lets workers instantly see how much media is left and when to change the roll to prevent workflow disruptions. The OpenACCESS™ clamshell design makes it easy to access and replace media.
And if you print a high volume of labels, a 300 m ribbon roll means fewer changes and improved worker productivity.
The ZD230TA and ZD230DA are so intuitive that practically no training is required. With a single button for feed and pause, this printer couldn’t be easier to operate. A single green/yellow/red LED makes it easy to see printer status at a glance. And whether you need to open the printer, feed labels or change the ribbon, color-coded touch points make it simple.
With this new time-saving feature, there’s no need to physically turn on your printers after a power interruption — ideal for printers that may be difficult to reach or locked in a cabinet for security. And the power switch is located near the back of the printer to prevent workers from accidentally turning the printer off.
With a print speed of 6 inches per second, this 4-inch barcode printer keeps pace with your business and your workflows — your workers won’t be waiting for labels to print. And with a choice of 203 dpi or 300 dpi, you get a very versatile printer that provides the resolution you need on the types of items you print — from prescription, specimen, IV bag and food information labels to patient ID wristbands and packing slips, asset and inventory labels and more.
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The moveable media sensor supports almost any size label, allowing your ZD230TA and ZD230DA printers to support a wide variety of applications.
Easily set up, configure and manage your Zebra printers through a user-friendly, intuitive interface with this free application. Whether you’re adding a new printer, moving an existing printer to a new location or adding new capabilities, easy-to-use wizards make it simple. Just click to configure the printer and select the best speed and darkness combination for your media. The printer driver automatically installs itself. And Quick Tools provides instant access to the most common printer diagnostic tools, making it easy to test and confirm configurations and control printer functions.
Easily design, edit and print labels, tags and receipts with this free tool. No knowledge of barcoding or labeling is required. The Windows®-based intuitive Microsoft Office-style interface is so easy to use that training is virtually eliminated. Start with a pre-designed label that includes text, a barcode and graphics or create a label from scratch in minutes. And the tool supports 20 languages.
You count on your printers to keep your operations moving. And with an optional Zebra OneCare™ Maintenance Plan, it will. You get unmatched support, directly from the company that knows your printer best — Zebra. Access repair support services, live-agent technical support and software support quickly anywhere around the globe through Zebra and its trusted network of more than 10,000 partners. Zebra OneCare™ provides enhanced coverage that exceeds standard warranty for normal wear and tear, priority repair turnaround times at the depot and more—all for a tiny fraction of the cost of a single repair.
Printing supplies can impact everything from printhead lifespan to operational efficiency. That’s why we design, produce and rigorously pre-test our own line of thermal printing supplies to ensure that your Zebra printer delivers consistent, optimized performance. For industry-leading quality, service and thermal printing expertise, choose Zebra Certified Supplies.
Standard Features
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Physical Characteristics
Dimensions | Thermal Transfer (ZD230TA): 267mm L x 202mm W x 192mm H Direct Thermal (ZD230DA): 220mm L x 180mm W x 150mm H |
Weight | Thermal Transfer (ZD230TA): 1.8kg Direct Thermal (ZD230DA): 1.2kg |
Color | Gray or white color scheme |
Printer Specifications
Resolution | 203 dpi/8 dots per mm 300 dpi/12 dots per mm (optional) |
Memory | 8 MB Flash; 16 MB SDRAM |
Maximum Print Width | 104mm for 203 dpi 106mm for 300 dpi |
Maximum Print Speed | 152mm per second for 203 dpi 127mm per second for 300 dpi |
Media Sensors | Movable black mark sensor, limited range from center to left side; fixed off-center gap sensor; ribbon sensor; head open sensor |
Programming Languages | ZPL II; EPL 2; XML; compatible with TSPL subset |
Media and Ribbon Characteristics
Label Length | Minimum: 25.4mm; maximum: 990mm |
Media Width | 25.4mm to 112mm |
Media Roll Size | Maximum outer diameter: 127mm Core inner diameter: 12.7mm and 25.4mm standard and 38.1mm using optional adapters |
Media Thickness | Minimum: 0.06mm Maximum: 0.1905mm |
Media Types | Roll-fed or fan-fold; die cut or continuous with or without black mark; tag stock; continuous receipt paper; wristbands |
Ribbon Types | Wax; wax/resin; resin |
Ribbon Outside Diameter | 66mm (300m) 34mm (74m) |
Ribbon Length | 74m to 300m |
Ribbon Ratio | 1:4 ribbon to media (300m) 1:1 ribbon to media (74m) |
Ribbon Width | 33.02mm to 110mm |
Ribbon Core I.D. | 25.4mm ( 300m); 12.7mm (74m) |
Operating Characteristics
Operating Temperature | +5C to +40C |
Storage Temperature | -40C to +60C |
Operating Humidity | 25% to 85% non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
Electrical | 220VAC; 50Hz |
Options and Accessories
Communications | USB to Serial |
Media Handling | None |
Real-time Clock | None |
Fonts/Graphics/Symbologies
1D Barcodes | Code 11, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, ISBT-128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC and EAN 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 | Codablock, PDF417, Code 49, DataMatrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, MicroPDF, Aztec |
Fonts and Graphics | 16 resident expandable ZPL II bitmap fonts; Three resident scalable ZPL fonts; Five resident expandable EPL2 fonts; Native open-type font support; Unicode compliant for multi-language, on demand thermal printing 2 MB user available non-volatile memory; 2 MB user available SDRAM |
Regulatory
CCC; BSMI; KCC; BIS |
Printers Supplies
For industry-leading quality, service and thermal printing expertise, choose Zebra Certified Supplies to ensure consistent, optimized performance for your Zebra printer. |
Recommended Services
Zebra OneCare Essential; for more information, please visit www.zebra.com/zebraonecare |
Printer Software
Zebra Setup Utilities; ZebraDesigner Essentials |
Product Warranty
ZD200 Series printers are warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 2 (two) years from the date of shipment. For the complete warranty statement, please visit www.zebra.com/warranty |
Markets and Applications
Manufacturing
Transportation and Logistics
Retail
Healthcare
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