PRODUCT SPEC SHEET

ZT231 INDUSTRIAL PRINTER

ZT231 Industrial Printer

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.

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.

Get More Value with Zebra Don’t Compromise on Quality

With a durable metal frame, the ZT231 is ideal for light industrial
Simple Operation with Smart Features environments. Print crisp text and barcodes with optional 300 dpi
Reduce training time with the ZT231’s easy-to-use 4.3” full-color resolution. Advance your label throughput with industry-leading
touchscreen. See status at a glance, access wizards and helpful print speeds up to 12 ips at 203 dpi. Be confident knowing you’re
how-to videos and make changes with the touch of a finger or backed by Zebra, the #1 leader in barcode printing.
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.

Expect more. More value. More features. More for your budget.
For more information, please visit www.zebra.com/zt231
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Get More Done with Greater Visibility Supplies, Service and Support
The ZT231 includes an all-new architecture to process more jobs at
once and evolve with emerging technologies. Onboard analytics Zebra Certified Supplies
and printhead element out detection help you plan maintenance Printing supplies provide a digital voice for assets across your supply
in advance. And, the easy tool-less platen and print head removal chain. You rely on them to disseminate critical data throughout your
makes maintenance easy. organization. If something goes wrong with your printing supplies,
operations are interrupted, productivity suffers and costs rise. That’s
Small Footprint, Big Access why we design, produce and rigorously pretest our own line of labels
To help you make the most of your workspace, we’ve engineered and tags to ensure consistent, optimized performance in your Zebra
the ZT231 with a space-saving, compact design and bi-fold door that printer. For industry-leading quality, service and thermal printing
reduces the height needed to open your printer. Take the trouble expertise, choose Zebra Certified Supplies.
out of media loading with an intuitive design and color-coded cues.
Adjustable sensors offer greater media flexibility and the large Backed by Zebra’s Worldwide Service and Support
ribbon roll capacity lets you change media less frequently. Access repair support services anywhere around the globe
through Zebra and its trusted network of more than 10,000
Connect Your Way partners. Zebra OneCare™ Maintenance Plans provide enhanced
Take advantage of a variety of standard connectivity options coverage that exceeds standard warranty.
including USB, Serial, Ethernet and USB Host. Tap to pair and print
with compatible mobile devices with the Print Touch tag (NFC). Add
a second Ethernet port, 802.11ac or an Applicator port.

Get RFID Without Complication

Incorporate UHF RFID printing and encoding* for greater
visibility and tracking. Get greater media flexibility and simple
RFID calibration with Zebra’s adaptive encoding technology that
eliminates complex placement guidelines.

Software That Gives You a Serious Advantage

Update, Troubleshoot and Monitor – All from a Single Location

With Zebra’s Printer Profile Manager Enterprise, part of Print DNA,
you can easily manage, secure and troubleshoot your networked
printers from any location. And an intuitive browser-based interface
lets you see status at a glance, quickly triage issues to minimize
downtime and perform updates and maintenance.

Unparalleled, Peace-of-Mind Printer Security

Security risks are real and costly. Endpoints are becoming popular
targets – including networked thermal printers. Shield yourself
from cyber attacks with Zebra’s PrintSecure, part of Print DNA.
Easily configure your printers via secure connections, identify
vulnerabilities, block unauthorized access and detect events before
they happen.

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Specifications Markets and

Applications
Manufacturing
Standard Features Operating Characteristics
• Work-in-process
• Print methods: direct-thermal or thermal-transfer Operating Temp. Thermal transfer: 40ºF to 105ºF/5º to 40ºC • Product ID/serial
• Construction: metal frame and metal enclosures Direct thermal: 32ºF to 105ºF/0º to 40ºC numbers
• Bi-fold media door with large clear window
• Side-loading supplies path for simplified media and ribbon loading Storage/Transportation • Packaging labeling
-40ºF to 140ºF/-40º to 60ºC
• Thin film printhead with E3™ Element Energy™ Equalizer for superior print quality Temperature • Receiving/put-away
• Three-color LEDs for quick printer status labeling
Operating Humidity 20% to 85% non-condensing
• 4.3” color resistive touch screen with intuitive menu for quick operation
and settings Storage Humidity 5% to 85% non-condensing Transportation &
• Communications: USB 2.0, RS-232 Serial port, 10/100 Ethernet, and USB Host Logistics
• ENERGY STAR® certified Electrical Universal auto-ranging (PFC-compliant) • Order picking/
• Bluetooth Low Energy (BTLE) technology for enhanced location precision power supply 100-240 VAC; 50-60 Hz packing
• ZebraDesigner Essentials – easy label design tool free at ENERGY STAR certified
www.zebra.com/zebradesigner • Shipping/receiving
• Real-Time Clock (RTC) Agency Approvals IEC 62368-1, EN55022 Class B, EN55024, • Cross-docking
EN55035, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, FCC Class • Compliance labeling
Physical Characteristics B, ICES-003, FCC 15.209; 15.247(d), IC RSS 247,
EN 300 328, EN 301 893, EN 62311, cTUVus, CE Healthcare
Dimensions ZT231 Closed: 17 in. L x 9.5 in. W x 11 in. H Marking, UKCA, VCCI, RCM, S- Mark, CCC, CU EAC,
432 mm L x 241 mm W x 279 mm H • Laboratory labeling
BSMI, KCC, & BIS
ZT231 with Liner Takeup Unit: • Blood bank labeling
17 in. L x 9.5 in. W x 12.75 in. H Print DNA Software • Asset tracking
432 mm L x 241 mm W x 324 mm H
This printer is supported by our Print DNA suite of software capabilities to get • Unit-dose labeling
Weight ZT231: 20 lbs./10.9 kg your printer up and running quickly and securely, and enable your printer to • Pharmacy labeling
ZT231 with Liner Takeup Unit: 24 lbs./10.9 kg evolve with your business needs. Print DNA features may vary by model, and
some features may require a license. Retail
*Dimensions are for the base model printer. Consult your sales For more information, please visit www.zebra.com/printdna
representative for specifics regarding other configurations. • Buy online pick up in
Firmware store labeling
Printer Specifications • Return tagging
ZBI 2.0™ — Optional powerful programming language that lets printers run
Resolution 203 dpi/8 dots per mm stand-alone applications, connect to peripherals, and much more. • Price labeling
300 dpi/12 dots per mm (optional) ZPL and ZPL II™ — Zebra Programming Language provides sophisticated label • Shipping labeling
formatting and printer control and is compatible with all Zebra printers.
Memory 256 MB SDRAM memory EPL and EPL2™— Eltron Programming Language with Line Mode simplifies
256 MB on-board linear Flash memory label formatting and enables format compatibility with legacy applications.
(EPL with Line Mode available on direct thermal models only.) (EPL available on
Maximum Print Width 4.09 in./104 mm
203 dpi models only.)
Maximum Print Speed 12 ips (203 dpi)
8 ips (300 dpi) Barcode Symbologies

Media Sensors Linear Barcodes: Code 11, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128 with subsets A/B/C and
Moveable transmissive and reflective sensors
UCC Case Codes, ISBT-128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC and EAN with
Maximum Print Length 203 dpi: 157 in/3988 mm 2 or 5 digit extensions, Plessey, Postnet, Standard 2-of-5, Industrial 2-of-5,
300 dpi: 73in/1854 mm Interleaved 2-of-5, Logmars, MSI, Codabar, Planet Code
2D Barcodes: Aztec, Codablock, PDF417, Code 49, Data Matrix, MaxiCode, QR
Media Characteristics Code, MicroPDF417, TLC 39, RSS-14 (and composite)
Minimum Label and Tear mode: 0.7 in/18 mm
Fonts and Graphics
Liner Length Cutter mode: 1 in/25 mm
Peel mode: 0.5 in/13 mm 7 bitmapped, 1 smooth-scalable (CG Triumvirate™ Bold Condensed*) Pre-loaded
Unicode™-compliant scalable fonts for EMEA character sets International
Media Width 0.75 in./19.4 mm to 4.50 in./114 mm character sets supporting the following code page: IBM® Code Page 850
Media Roll Size 8.0 in./203 mm O.D. on a 3.0 in./76 mm I.D. core Supports user-defined fonts and graphics, including custom logos ZPL II
6.0 in./152 mm O.D. on a 1.0 in./25 mm I.D. core drawing commands including boxes and lines 64 MB user available Flash
memory storage for downloadable objects; 32 MB user-available SDRAM
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

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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

Footnote
* RFID option available on request; contact your Zebra account team for more
information

Product Warranty
ZT231 Value Industrial printer is warranted against defects in workmanship
and materials for a period of 1 (one) year from the date of shipment. For the
complete warranty statement, please visit www.zebra.com/warranty

Managed Print Services (MPS) Made Simple

Our printers offer innovative remote management, analytics and security
capabilities that make them the obvious choice for MPS. With the Print DNA
software suite, your Zebra MPS provider can remotely manage and optimize
your printers, track and automate supplies replenishment and ensure security.
For more information, please visit www.zebra.com/managed-print-services

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