Zebra ZT231 label printer Direct thermal 203 x 203 DPI 305 mm/sec Wired & Wireless Ethernet LAN Bluetooth

The Zebra ZT231 is a compact industrial label printer designed to deliver reliable direct thermal printing with a maximum resolution of 203 x 203 dpi and a top speed of 305 mm/sec. It offers a large color touchscreen for intuitive control, a durable all-metal frame for extended service life and options for wired and optional wireless connectivity. The ZT231 supports add-on capabilities such as RFID encoding and expanded media handling to scale with changing business needs while providing built-in security features.

Advantages

The printer combines fast print speeds and consistent print quality in a space-saving footprint, with a large color LCD that shows status, wizards and how-to videos for easier operation. Its all-metal chassis and Zebra hardware/software ecosystem provide long-term reliability and integrated security. Modular architecture lets you add connectivity, media-handling or RFID features onsite as requirements evolve.

Suitable for

• Retail and POS label printing
• Warehouse and logistics identification and tracking
• Manufacturing labeling and asset tagging
• Compliance labeling with optional RFID encoding

Key specifications

• Print technology: Direct thermal
• Maximum resolution: 203 x 203 dpi
• Maximum print speed: 305 mm/sec
• Maximum printing width: 104 mm
• Display: Large color LCD touchscreen
• Connectivity: Ethernet LAN (wired); optional wireless modules available
• Weight: 10.9 kg
• Color: Black
• Manufacturer part number (MPN): ZT23142-D3E000FZ

How to use

Install the ZT231 on a stable surface and connect it to power and your network via Ethernet or optional wireless module. Load direct thermal label media and adjust media guides to the label width (maximum 104 mm). Use the color touchscreen to access setup wizards, configure print parameters, and run test prints. For RFID-enabled units, install and configure the RFID module and verify encoding settings before production use. Follow Zebra's maintenance schedule for cleaning printheads and rollers to preserve print quality.

Recommendations

Use recommended direct thermal media compatible with 203 dpi printing to ensure optimal print clarity and longevity. For environments requiring wireless connectivity or RFID, choose the corresponding factory or field-installable options to maintain warranty and compatibility.