The Zebra ZT421 Industrial Barcode Label Printer is a powerful and efficient solution, offering both thermal transfer and direct thermal printing capabilities. Equipped with a thin-film printhead and Zebra's E3 Element Energy Equalizer technology, it ensures excellent print quality with a resolution of 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) and print speeds of up to 12 inches per second (305 mm/sec).
This printer is designed for ease of use, featuring a 4.3-inch color touchscreen with an intuitive menu for simplified operation and quick settings adjustments. Bi-colored status LEDs provide at-a-glance updates on printer status, while the ARM Cortex A7 processor ensures smooth performance. The ZT421 comes with 256 MB of RAM (8 MB available for user tasks) and 512 MB of Flash memory (64 MB user-available), allowing for efficient data processing and storage.
The printer supports Zebra’s Print Touch application and Link-OS for seamless integration and management. Additional features include an auto-switching power supply (100-240V), printhead element out detection, and ENERGY STAR qualification for energy efficiency.
Designed for reliability and performance, the ZT421 is backed by a one-year warranty, making it an excellent choice for industrial printing needs.
Feature | Description |
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Print Technology | Thermal Transfer and Direct Thermal printing modes. |
Print Width | Up to 6.6 inches (168 mm), suitable for wide-format labels. |
Print Speed | Up to 12 inches per second (ips), ensuring fast and efficient printing. |
Print Resolution | 203 dpi for sharp, clear printing of text, barcodes, and graphics. |
Media Handling | Supports continuous, die-cut, black-mark, notch, and fanfold media. |
Ribbon Capacity | Accommodates ribbons up to 450 meters, minimizing the need for frequent changes. |
User Interface | 4.3-inch full-color touchscreen for intuitive setup and real-time status monitoring. |
Connectivity Options | Standard connectivity includes USB, Serial, Ethernet, Bluetooth, and NFC; optional Wi-Fi is available. |
Durability | Rugged all-metal frame with a bi-fold door, built for heavy-duty industrial use. |
Media Loading | Side-loading design allows for quick and easy media and ribbon changes. |
Applications | Perfect for pallet labeling, shipping, compliance labeling, product identification, and inventory tracking. |
Environmental Tolerance | Reliable operation in harsh conditions, including high temperatures and humidity. |
Software Compatibility | Compatible with Zebra's Link-OS, ZPL, and EPL programming languages for seamless integration. |
Advanced Features | Optional RFID encoding for advanced inventory and tracking needs. |
Energy Efficiency | ENERGY STAR certified, offering reduced energy consumption and eco-friendly operation. |
Field Upgradeable | Expandable options include peelers, cutters, and RFID encoding to meet growing business needs. |
Display | 4.3-inch LCD color touch display |
Power | Auto-switching 100-240V, 50-60Hzpower supply |
Dimensions | Maximum Ribbon Roll Size: − 8.0" (203 mm) O.D. on a 3" (76 mm) Inter-label Gap: 0.079" to 0.157" preferably 0.118" Sensing Notch (W × L): 0.25" × 0.12" 6 mm × 3 mm Sensing Hole: 0.125" diameter |
Weight | 40 lb (18.14 kg) |
Print Technology | Adaptive Encoding Technology |
Print Speed | Print speeds per second up to 12" (305 mm / second) |
Print Resolution | 203 dpi print resolution (8 dots / mm) |
USB | Yes |
Others | Ethernet Bluetooth |