Zebra

ZE511 4-inch Wide Print Engine

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ZE51142-R01A000Z

With 512 MB of standard memory and field-installable RFID encoding capability, the Zebra ZE51142-R01A000Z is a direct thermal and thermal transfer print engine that delivers monochrome output at 203 dpi and up to 18 in/s across a 4.09-inch print width, with maximum label width of 4.49 inches and print lengths to 13.08 ft. A fanless, all-metal enclosure resists debris and water ingress, and the unit operates from 31°F (-0.6°C) to 104°F (40°C) at 20% to 95% relative humidity. The 4.3-inch LCD touchscreen, mountable up to two meters from the engine, supports both die-cut and continuous media up to 9.84 mil thick, detected by transmissive and reflective sensors. Connectivity spans USB, USB host, Fast Ethernet, and Bluetooth, while ZPL, ZPL II, and ZBI 2.0 emulation, a real-time clock, and Unicode character support round out the feature set. At 33.95 lb, the ZE51142-R01A000Z carries cTUVus, CE, FCC A, and Energy Star credentials for manufacturing, warehouse, healthcare, and retail applications.
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Description
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The Zebra ZE511 is an industrial-grade thermal transfer and direct thermal print engine designed for procurement and IT teams deploying high-volume label printing in demanding environments. Built for manufacturing, warehousing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, and food and beverage operations, it delivers print speeds up to 18 ips at 203 dpi and a maximum print width of 4.09 in., making it well suited for continuous, mission-critical production lines. Its all-metal, fanless construction resists debris and water ingress, while a 4.3 in. full-color LCD touch screen simplifies setup and operation with minimal training. Standard connectivity spanning USB 2.0, RS-232 Serial, 10/100 Ethernet, and Bluetooth 4.1 ensures straightforward integration into existing wired and wireless infrastructure. Optional field-installable UHF RFID encoding extends the engine's value into advanced asset tracking and traceability workflows, and ZPL/ZPL II compatibility keeps it at home in any established Zebra environment.
Technical Specifications
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Technical Information
Recommended Use Label Print
Print Color Capability Monochrome
Printing Capability Double Sided
Maximum Mono Print Speed 18 in/s
Maximum Print Resolution (dpi) 203
Maximum Print Length 13.08 ft
Maximum Print Width 4.09"
Barcode Symbology Supported
  • Code 11
  • Code 39
  • Code 93
  • Code 128 (A/B/C)
  • UCC Case Codes
  • ISBT-128
  • UPC-A
  • UPC-E
  • EAN-8
  • EAN-13
  • UPC-A with EAN 2 or 5 Digit Extension
  • Plessey
  • POSTNET
  • Standard 2 of 5
  • Industrial 2 of 5
  • Interleaved 2 of 5
  • LOGMARS
  • MSI
  • Codabar
  • Planet Code
  • Codablock
  • PDF417
  • Code 49
  • Data Matrix
  • Maxi Code
  • QR Code
  • TLC 39
  • Micro PDF
  • RSS-14
  • AZTEC
Real Time Clock Yes
Application/Usage
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail
  • Healthcare
  • Warehouse
Features LCD Display
Character Sets
  • Unicode
  • 850
Connectivity Technology Wired & Wireless
Duplex Printing Yes
Print Technology Direct Thermal /Thermal Transfer
Memory
Standard Memory 512 MB
Interfaces/Ports
USB Host Yes
USB Yes
Network & Communication
Ethernet Yes
Ethernet Technology Fast Ethernet
Bluetooth Yes
Display & Graphics
Display Screen Yes
Screen Size 4.3"
Display Screen Type LCD
Touchscreen Yes
Media Types & Handling
Media Type
  • Label
  • Die-cut Label
  • Continuous Label
  • Black Mark
Media Sensor
  • Reflective Media Sensor
  • Transmissive Media Sensor
Media Thickness 9.84 mil
Maximum Label Width 4.49"
Fonts & Emulation
Language Emulation
  • ZPL
  • ZBI 2.0
  • ZPL II
Power Description
Power Source AC Supply
Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature 31°F (-0.6°C) - 104°F (40°C)
Operating Relative Humidity 20% - 95%
Storage Temperature 40°F (4.4°C) - 160°F (71.1°C)
Storage Relative Humidity 5% - 95%
Physical Characteristics
Height 11.8"
Width 9.6"
Depth 14.9"
Weight (Approximate) 33.95 lb
Miscellaneous
Power Cable Localization US
Certifications & Standards
  • IEC 62368-1
  • EN 55032
  • Class A
  • EN 55035
  • EN 61000-3-2, 3-3
  • cTUVus
  • CE
  • FCC A
  • ICES-003
  • VCCI
  • RCM
  • CCC
  • EAC
  • S-Mark
  • KCC
  • BSMI
  • India-BIS
  • In-Metro
Energy Star Yes
Documents
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