Zebra ZT421, 12 dots/mm (300 dpi), peeler, rewinder, disp. (colour), RTC, USB, RS232, BT, Ethernet, ZPL, ZPLII

Zebra ZT421 – a label printer that keeps up with your working day

The Zebra ZT421 is built for businesses that print labels every day and need a machine that gets on with the job without constant attention. At 300 dpi (12 dots/mm), barcodes and text stay sharp even on small labels — no squinting, no scanner misreads. And at 305 mm/s, a batch of labels is done before you have time to think about it.

Peeler and rewinder built in

The built-in peeler lifts each label off the backing paper automatically, so your team can apply them in one smooth motion without fumbling. The full-roll rewinder collects the used backing neatly on a spool — the floor stays clear and the workflow keeps moving without anyone stopping to tidy up.

Colour touchscreen and real-time clock

Changing settings takes seconds on the colour touchscreen, directly on the printer, without opening a laptop or calling someone over. The real-time clock (RTC) logs the exact time of each print job, which is genuinely useful if you need to track when labels were applied in a stockroom or production area.

Connects to what you already have

The ZT421 comes with two USB ports, RS232, Bluetooth, and Ethernet on board. That covers the vast majority of point-of-sale systems and ERP setups without adapters or workarounds. ZPL and ZPLII emulation means most label-design applications will recognise the printer straight away — no extra drivers to hunt down.

Technical specifications

• ·Resolution: 300 dpi (12 dots/mm)
• ·Max. media width: 178 mm
• ·Max. print width: 168 mm
• ·Max. roll diameter: 203 mm
• ·Max. print speed: 305 mm/s
• ·Memory: 256 MB RAM, 512 MB Flash
• ·Connectivity: USB ×2, RS232, Bluetooth, Ethernet
• ·Emulation: ZPL, ZPLII
• ·Included: power cable (EU and UK plugs)
• ·Interface cable: ordered separately
• ·Warranty: 24 months
• ·Country of origin: CN

Who it suits

The ZT421 is a solid fit for retailers, stockrooms, and small production floors that need a dependable label printer in daily use. It sits comfortably on a desk but is built to handle a more demanding environment when needed.

Get in touch with Vaivatta if you want to confirm compatibility with your till system or ERP — we are happy to check before you order.