Zebra ZT231, 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), display, USB, USB Host, RS232, BT (BLE), Ethernet, Wi-Fi, EPL, ZPL, ZPLII

Zebra ZT231 – Label printing that keeps up with your day

The Zebra ZT231 is a midrange direct thermal label printer built to handle continuous use in a shop, stockroom, or workshop. It prints at up to 305 mm/s, so labels come out without a queue — even when the afternoon rush hits.

Connects to whatever you already have

The ZT231 comes with every connection you're likely to need: USB, USB Host, RS232, Ethernet, Wi-Fi (802.11ac), and Bluetooth BLE are all standard. Plug it into a desktop, drop it onto your wireless network, or wire it into your existing point-of-sale or inventory system — no extra adapters or add-on modules required.

Status at a glance

The LCD display shows the printer's current state and settings without any guesswork. You can see immediately whether the printer is ready, whether the label roll needs changing, or whether a connection has dropped — no need to send a test print to find out.

Works with the label software you already use

The ZT231 supports EPL, ZPL, and ZPLII — the most widely used printer command languages in the industry. If you already have label design software or an ERP system in place, there's a good chance the ZT231 will talk to it straight out of the box, with no extra configuration needed.

Technical specifications

• ·Print resolution: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
• ·Maximum print width: 104 mm
• ·Maximum media width: 114 mm
• ·Maximum roll diameter: 203 mm
• ·Print speed: up to 305 mm/s
• ·Memory: 256 MB RAM, 256 MB Flash
• ·Display: LCD
• ·Connectivity: USB, USB Host, RS232, Bluetooth BLE, Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11ac
• ·Command languages: EPL, ZPL, ZPLII
• ·In the box: power supply unit, power cable (EU and UK)
• ·Country of origin: China
• ·Warranty: 24 months

Where it fits

The ZT231 suits retailers printing price or shelf labels every day, workshops that print job cards for each booking, and small stockrooms where every item needs a clear tag before it moves on. It's compact enough to sit on a counter or shelf, but solid enough to handle a busier back-of-house environment without complaints.

Not sure whether it will work with your current setup? Get in touch with Vaivatta — we're happy to check compatibility before you commit.