Zebra ZQ220 Mobile Thermal Printer Linerless, 203dpi, USB-C, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC, Black

The Zebra ZQ220 Versatile Mobile Printer is a compact, professional-grade direct thermal device designed for on-the-go receipt and label printing across retail, field service, hospitality, logistics and warehousing. Built to deliver consistent 203 dpi output in a lightweight form factor, the ZQ220 supports multiple media types including labels, receipts, linerless media and tags, while offering fast print speeds and broad connectivity to fit modern mobile workflows. With an OLED status display, passive NFC tap-to-pair, dual-mode Bluetooth and a user-replaceable rechargeable battery, it combines durability and ease of use to keep mobile teams productive during long shifts with minimal downtime.

Key Features

• Compact mobility: Lightweight handheld design enables one-handed operation and simple portability for field and retail staff.
• Versatile media support: Prints on labels, receipts, linerless media, tags and continuous paper for a wide range of applications.
• Flexible connectivity: USB Type-C, passive NFC tap-to-pair and Bluetooth dual-mode (classic + BLE) simplify integration with mobile devices and POS systems.
• Clear user interface: Built-in black & white OLED display with control buttons provides immediate status feedback and easy local control.
• Reliable battery system: User-replaceable rechargeable Li‑ion battery (2550 mAh, 7.4 V) supports extended mobile use and hot-swap workflows.
• Durability and deployment-ready: IP43 ingress protection (upgradeable to IP54 with soft case), a 1.5 m drop specification and proven printhead reliability for daily mobile use.

Specifications

• Brand: Zebra
• Product Name: Zebra ZQ220 Versatile Mobile Printer
• Category: Label Printers
• Part Numbers / Models: ZQ22-A0E12KE-00; ZQ22-A0E01KE-00
• Printer Type: Mobile receipt/label printer - direct thermal - monochrome
• Print Resolution: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
• Maximum Print Speed: 60 mm/s
• Maximum Print Width / Effective Print Width: 72 mm
• Maximum Media Width: 80 mm
• Supported Media Sizes / Widths: Roll (80 mm, 76.2 mm, 58 mm, 50.8 mm); Roll (8 cm, 7.62 cm, 5.8 cm, 5.08 cm)
• Media Types: Labels, receipt paper, linerless labels, tags, continuous paper
• Media Thickness Range: 0.058 - 0.1575 mm
• Roll Maximum Outer Diameter: 50 mm
• Roll Core Diameter: 12.7 mm
• Connectivity: USB 2.0 Type-C (24 pin), NFC (passive tap-to-pair), Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR and Bluetooth 4.1 Low Energy (dual mode), Wireless (print server)
• Display / User Interface: Built-in black & white OLED display, control buttons
• Memory: 16 MB RAM, 16 MB Flash
• Programming Languages: CPCL, ESC-POS
• Battery Capacity: 2550 mAh
• Battery Voltage: 7.4 V
• Battery Charging Time: 3.5 h
• Battery Features: Rechargeable Lithium Ion, user-replaceable, hot swap support
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 129.5 x 114.5 x 56.7 mm
• Weight (with battery): 420 g
• Ingress Protection Rating: IP43 (IP54 with soft case)
• Operating Temperature Range: -10 to 50 °C
• Storage Temperature Range: -20 to 60 °C
• Drop Specification: 1.5 m
• Printhead Reliability: 50 km
• Printing Length per Charge (minimum): 500 labels (8.5 in length, 13% density)
• Color: Black