Plastic card printer Zebra ZC300 — Dye-sublimation/Thermal transfer, 300x300 DPI, LCD, 100-sheet input, Ethernet, Silver/Black

Zebra ZC300 is a plastic card printer that uses dye-sublimation and thermal transfer printing at up to 300 x 300 DPI. Designed for printing single- or dual-sided PVC and PVC-composite cards, the ZC300 accepts up to 100 cards in the input hopper and provides an LCD for status and controls. Interfaces include Fast Ethernet; security features include AES encryption. The printer is suitable for producing ID, access, membership, event and payment-style cards where reliable, medium-volume card issuance is required.

Advantages

The ZC300 offers plug-and-play deployment, intuitive icons and a graphical user interface that simplify integration and daily operation. Its ribbon and hopper designs reduce the chance of user error during ribbon changes and card loading. The printer supports edge-to-edge single- and dual-sided monochrome and color printing, and new ribbon options provide specialty colors and effects. The compact, consumer-friendly design and a lockable cover allow secure placement in customer-facing environments.

Suitable for

• ID and access cards
• Membership and loyalty cards
• Event and visitor badges
• Public transportation or transit passes (prepaid/loaded cards)
• Small to medium-volume card issuance in offices, retail and education

Key specifications

• Print technology: Dye-sublimation / Thermal transfer
• Resolution: 300 x 300 DPI
• Card types: PVC and PVC composite
• Input capacity: 100-sheet hopper
• Display: LCD
• Interfaces: Fast Ethernet (no Wi‑Fi)
• Security: AES encryption
• Compatibility: Windows 7/8/10
• Power: 90–264 V, 47–60 Hz
• Weight: 4 kg
• Colors: Silver, Black

How to use

Install the printer on a stable surface and connect it to power and your network via Ethernet. Use the LCD and graphical interface to configure printer settings and load the correct ribbon type for monochrome or color output. Adjust the card feeder and load up to 100 PVC or PVC-composite cards into the input hopper. Send print jobs from a compatible Windows workstation using the supplied or vendor-recommended driver. For dual-sided printing or magnetic/contactless encoding options, install the appropriate modules and select the required encoding options in the driver or printer settings.

Recommendations

Use genuine Zebra ribbons and cards matched to dye-sublimation/thermal transfer processes to maintain print quality and reduce wear. Place the printer where ventilation is adequate and avoid exposure to direct sunlight. Regularly inspect and clean the printhead and feed rollers according to the manufacturer’s maintenance instructions to ensure consistent output and extend service life.