Zebra ZT231 Industrial Label Printer

  • Print speeds up to 12 ips at 203 dpi for high-throughput labeling
  • 4.3" full-color touchscreen with intuitive controls and built-in guidance
Zebra ZT231 Industrial Label Printer

Industrial Performance Made Simple

The Zebra ZT231 Industrial Label Printer delivers the ideal balance of performance, durability, and value for light industrial environments. Built with a rugged metal frame and designed to replace the Zebra ZT230, the ZT231 offers faster speeds, expanded connectivity, and enhanced usability—all without unnecessary complexity.

Whether you’re printing shipping labels, compliance labels, product identification, or barcode tracking labels, the ZT231 is engineered to keep operations moving. With print speeds up to 12 inches per second and optional 300 dpi resolution, you can produce crisp text, barcodes, and graphics with confidence.

Need RFID? The ZT231 is available with integrated UHF RFID encoding capabilities to support EPC Gen 2 V2.1, ISO/IEC 18000-63, and RAIN RFID protocols. Featuring Adaptive Encoding Technology, the printer simplifies RFID setup, optimizes tag placement, and helps ensure consistent encoding performance. With global RFID certification and built-in monitoring tools, the ZT231 is ready to support inventory tracking, asset management, and supply chain visibility initiatives—without requiring a separate platform.

A large 4.3-inch color touchscreen simplifies operation, reduces training time, and gives users immediate visibility into printer status. Combined with Zebra’s powerful Print DNA software suite, the ZT231 is easy to deploy, manage, and scale—onsite or remotely.

When your needs grow, your printer can grow with you. Field-installable upgrades—including cutters, peelers, wireless connectivity, and UHF RFID encoding—allow you to expand capabilities without replacing hardware.
 

Features & Benefits

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Rugged Metal Frame Construction
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Built for light industrial environments, the durable metal frame withstands daily wear and demanding workflows while protecting internal components for long-term reliability.
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Fast 4-Inch Industrial Printing
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Print up to 12 ips at 203 dpi to support higher label volumes and tighter production timelines without sacrificing print clarity.
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Optional 300 dpi Resolution
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Produce sharper text, smaller barcodes, and detailed graphics when your application requires greater precision or higher-density labeling.
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4.3" Full-Color Touchscreen Interface
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Simplify setup and daily operation with an intuitive, menu-driven touchscreen that provides status visibility, step-by-step wizards, and helpful how-to videos—reducing user errors and training time.
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Direct Thermal & Thermal Transfer Flexibility
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Support a wide range of labeling applications with dual print methods, allowing you to choose the right supplies for durability, longevity, and cost efficiency.
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Advanced Connectivity Options
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Standard USB, Serial, Ethernet, USB Host, and Bluetooth Low Energy (BTLE) provide easy integration into existing networks. Optional Wi-Fi and additional Ethernet cards support evolving infrastructure needs.
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Zebra Print DNA Software Suite
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Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot printers locally or remotely through a web-based dashboard. Simplify fleet management and enhance security with Zebra’s continuously evolving software tools.
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Field-Installable Media Handling Options
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Add a front-mount cutter or peel option as your workflow demands change—without replacing the entire printer.
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UHF RFID Encoding Capability
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Enable RFID printing and encoding with support for EPC Gen 2 V2.1, ISO/IEC 18000-63, and RAIN RFID protocols. Adaptive Encoding Technology simplifies setup and ensures reliable tag placement and performance.
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Smart Memory & Standalone Operation
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With generous onboard memory, advanced label counters, auto-calibration, and optional ZBI 2.0 programming, the ZT231 can run standalone applications, connect to peripherals, and streamline custom workflows.
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