Zebra ZT231 RFID, Thermal Transfer, 300dpi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, Serial, USB, USB Host

The Zebra ZT231 SwiftTag RFID Printer is a compact industrial 4-inch label printer designed to combine reliable thermal-transfer and direct-thermal printing with integrated UHF RFID encoding for asset tracking, inventory and shipping applications. Suited for light industrial, warehousing, retail and healthcare environments, the ZT231 offers a small footprint with durable metal construction, a 4.3-inch full-color resistive touchscreen for intuitive operation, and flexible media handling to support large rolls and a range of label types. Available in 203 dpi and 300 dpi variants and with optional media-handling accessories, it streamlines deployment while delivering consistent print quality and dependable RFID encoding for improved traceability.

Key Features

• Integrated RFID encoding: UHF EPC Gen 2 (ISO/IEC 18000-63 / RAIN RFID) support enables on-demand printing and encoding to improve inventory accuracy and automate asset identification.
• Flexible connectivity: Multiple interfaces including USB 2.0, USB Host, RS-232 serial, 10/100 Ethernet, Bluetooth Low Energy (BTLE) and optional Wi‑Fi/NFC provide easy integration into existing networks and systems.
• Operator-friendly interface: 4.3-inch full-color resistive touchscreen with intuitive controls and side-loading supplies reduces setup time and simplifies day-to-day operation.
• Durable industrial design: Metal frame and metal enclosures with a bi-fold media door and large viewing window deliver robust, continuous performance in demanding environments.
• Media handling versatility: Supports continuous, die-cut, notch and black mark media, large roll diameters and optional accessories such as peeler, rewinder and cutter for diverse workflows.

Specifications

• Brand: Zebra
• Model: Zebra ZT231 SwiftTag RFID Printer
• Printer Type: Label printer - thermal transfer / direct thermal
• Print Methods: Thermal Transfer, Direct Thermal
• Print Resolutions: 203 dpi, 300 dpi
• Maximum Print Width: 104 mm (4 in)
• Maximum Media Width: 114 mm
• Maximum Print Speed: 305 mm/s (12 in/s) and variant value 203 mm/s where specified
• RFID Standard / Protocols: UHF EPC Gen 2 V2.1; ISO/IEC 18000-63; RAIN RFID
• Memory (RAM): 256 MB
• Flash Memory: 256 MB
• Display: 4.3 in color resistive touch screen
• Connectivity / Interfaces: USB 2.0, USB Host, RS-232 serial, Bluetooth Low Energy (BTLE), 10/100 Ethernet, NFC (Print Touch); optional Wi‑Fi
• Supported Media Types: Continuous labels, Die-cut labels, Notch, Black mark
• Media Width Range: 19.4 - 114 mm
• Maximum Roll Diameter (O.D.): 203 mm
• Ribbon Core Diameter: 25.4 mm
• Ribbon Standard Length: 450 m
• Construction Material: Metal frame and metal enclosures
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 24.1 x 43.2 x 27.9 cm
• Weight: 9.1 kg
• Operating Temperature Range: 5 - 40 °C
• Storage / Transportation Temperature Range: -40 - 60 °C
• Operating Humidity Range: 20 - 85 %
• Storage Humidity Range: 5 - 85 %
• Power Supply: Universal auto-ranging internal power supply (100 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz)
• ENERGY STAR Certified: true
• Printer Emulations / Languages: ZPL, ZPL II, EPL, EPL2, EZPL
• Optional Media/Accessories: Peeler, Rewinder, Cutter, Linerless support where configured