Zebra ZT230 ZT23042-T01200FZ Thermal Transfer Printer 203DPI
- Direct thermal and thermal transfer
- 203 dpi, up to 6 in/s
- 4.09 inch max print width, labels up to 4.50 inches wide
- Labels up to 39 inches long, 10 mil thick
- Serial, USB and Ethernet
- 128 MB memory
- 10.9 x 9.5 x 17.0 inches
- 1 Year warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
An industrial desktop label printer for warehouses and shipping desks that run labels all day, with serial, USB and Ethernet. It is large and heavy for a small office, and ribbons are needed for thermal transfer.
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ASIN: B00E2TYCXGModel: ZT230Category: Label Makers
Overview
A thermal print head that works either directly on heat-sensitive labels or through a transfer ribbon drives this Zebra industrial printer. It handles continuous, die-cut, notched and black-mark media and connects by serial, USB or Ethernet.
Industrial build and dual printing modes make it suited to long label runs and durable ribbon-printed labels. It is bulky, and the listed weight differs between sources.
Who it's for
Warehouses, manufacturers and fulfillment centers get dependable industrial label output. Home sellers and small offices will find it oversized.
Pros and cons
- Direct thermal or ribbon printing
- Serial, USB and Ethernet
- Handles long and varied media
- Energy Star compliant
- Weight figures conflict
- Ribbon needed for transfer mode
Performance notes
Label durability depends on the mode: thermal transfer fuses ribbon ink for labels that resist heat and abrasion, while direct thermal is quicker to load but fades over time. Print speed stays steady on long runs thanks to the industrial drive.
Specifications
| Brand | - S4M |
|---|---|
| Model | ZT230 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 17.0 x 9.5 x 10.9 inches |
| Print width | 4.09 inches |
| Label size | Up to 4.50 inches wide, 39 inches long |
| Item weight | 20.00 lb (9 pounds in specs) |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Printer Output Type | Monochrome |
| Print speed | 6 in/s |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Input voltage | 110 V AC, 220 V AC |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Printer Connectivity Type | Serial, USB, Fast Ethernet |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year |
| Other details | |
| Maximum Print Resolution Black and White | 203 dpi |
| Printer Type | Direct thermal / thermal transfer |
| BuiltIn Media | Printer, power cord with US plug, manual |
| Memory | 128 MB |
| Media thickness | 10 mil |
| Media type | Continuous, die-cut, notch, black mark |
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Zebra ZT230?
It is 10.9 inches high, 9.5 inches wide and 17.0 inches deep. Weight is listed as 20.00 lb in the description and 9 pounds in the specs.
Does the Zebra ZT230 need a ribbon?
Only for thermal transfer printing. Direct thermal mode prints on heat-sensitive labels without a ribbon.
What connections does it have?
Serial, USB and Ethernet.
What label sizes fit?
Labels up to 4.50 inches wide and 39 inches long, with a print width of 4.09 inches.