The Zebra ZD230d (ZD23042-D0ED02EZ) is a 4-inch direct thermal desktop label printer for shipping, price and shelf labels, food labels and receipts. It prints at 203 dpi across a print width of up to 104 mm at up to 152 mm/s, takes label rolls up to 127 mm in diameter and connects via USB, Wi-Fi (802.11ac) and Bluetooth 4.1. As Zebra's 4-inch value model it combines ZPL and EPL compatibility, a dual-wall frame and optional wireless connectivity at an affordable price – a modern replacement for the GC420 and GK420.
📦 What's in the box – ZD23042-D0ED02EZ
- ✅ Zebra ZD230d printer – Black, USB + Wi-Fi + Bluetooth
- ✅ Power supply – external power supply, 100–240 V AC
- ✅ Power cords (EU + UK) – EU (Schuko) and UK (type G) – both in the box
- ✅ USB cable – USB A-to-B, ready to connect to your PC
- ✅ Printer documentation – drivers, utilities and manuals are a free download from Zebra
- ❌ Labels – NOT included – choose compatible Zebra labels below
✅ Ready to print out of the box: power supply, power cords and USB cable are included – just add labels.
💡 Useful extras: a label peeler or a cutter? Both are factory-installed only – see the ZD23042-D1EC00EZ (peeler) and ZD23042-D2EG00EZ (cutter) versions; Zebra 105950-035 cleaning pens for the printhead; Zebra OneCare service (Z1AE-ZD230-300, Z1AS-ZD2X-3C03, Z1AS-ZD2X-5C03) for extended cover including the printhead.
Key Features
- Up to 152 mm/s (6 ips) at 203 dpi – fast enough for busy shipping and packing stations
- Direct thermal printing – no ribbon needed, simple and low-cost to run for shipping labels, receipts and short-life labels
- Media from 25.4 to 108 mm wide, rolls up to 127 mm in diameter on 12.7 or 25.4 mm cores (38.1 mm with an optional adapter), fanfold supported
- Movable black-mark sensor and fixed gap sensor – die-cut and continuous labels, tags, receipt paper and wristbands
- USB 2.0 plus 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.1 – print wirelessly over the network or from mobile devices
- Tear-off bar as standard – peeler and cutter versions are factory-installed (see the versions table)
- ZPL II and EPL 2 compatible – runs existing Zebra label formats (e.g. from GK420, GC420 or LP 2844 printers); Print DNA emulations for other printer languages
- Simple operation: one status LED, one feed/pause button and Zebra's OpenACCESS clamshell for quick media loading
- Dual-wall frame for a long service life, 128 MB flash / 128 MB SDRAM for fonts and graphics, ENERGY STAR qualified
- Print DNA Basic and Link-OS Basic: Zebra Setup Utilities, free ZebraDesigner Essentials label software and Windows drivers
Ideal Applications
- Shipping, parcel and warehouse labels (e.g. 102 × 152 mm courier labels)
- Retail price, shelf and markdown labels
- Food, deli and best-before labels
- Receipts, tickets, passes and queue tickets
- Patient identification and healthcare labels
All ZD230 Versions
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| Part Number | Print Method | Interfaces | Wireless | Media Options | Color | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZD23042-D0EC00EZ | Direct thermal | USB + Ethernet | – | Tear-off | Black | View product |
| ZD23042-D0ED02EZ (this version) | Direct thermal | USB | Wi-Fi 5 + Bluetooth 4.1 | Tear-off | Black | Viewing |
| ZD23042-D0EG00EZ | Direct thermal | USB | – | Tear-off | Black | View product |
| ZD23042-D1EC00EZ | Direct thermal | USB + Ethernet | – | Peeler | Black | View product |
| ZD23042-D1EG00EZ | Direct thermal | USB | – | Peeler | Black | View product |
| ZD23042-D2EG00EZ | Direct thermal | USB | – | Cutter | Black | View product |
| ZD23W42-D0EC00EZ | Direct thermal | USB + Ethernet | – | Tear-off | White | View product |
| ZD23042-30EC00EZ | Thermal transfer | USB + Ethernet | – | Tear-off | Black | View product |
| ZD23042-30ED02EZ | Thermal transfer | USB | Wi-Fi 5 + Bluetooth 4.1 | Tear-off | Black | View product |
| ZD23042-30EG00EZ | Thermal transfer | USB | – | Tear-off | Black | View product |
| ZD23042-31EC00EZ | Thermal transfer | USB + Ethernet | – | Peeler | Black | View product |
| ZD23042-31EG00EZ | Thermal transfer | USB | – | Peeler | Black | View product |
| ZD23042-32EC00EZ | Thermal transfer | USB + Ethernet | – | Cutter | Black | View product |
| ZD23042-32EG00EZ | Thermal transfer | USB | – | Cutter | Black | View product |
| ZD23W42-30EC00EZ | Thermal transfer | USB + Ethernet | – | Tear-off | White | View product |
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | ZD23042-D0ED02EZ |
|---|---|
| Model | Zebra ZD230d (ZD200 Series) |
| Printer Type | 4-inch value desktop label printer |
| Print Method | Direct thermal |
| Resolution | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) |
| Print Speed | Up to 152 mm/s (6 in/s) |
| Max Print Width | 104 mm (4.09 in) |
| Media Width | 25.4–108 mm (1–4.25 in) |
| Label Length | Max. 991 mm (39 in) |
| Roll Diameter | Max. 127 mm (5 in) outer diameter |
| Core Size | 12.7 mm (0.5 in) and 25.4 mm (1 in) standard; 38.1 mm (1.5 in) with optional adapter |
| Media Thickness | 0.08–0.19 mm (max. in tear-off mode) |
| Media Type | Roll-fed or fanfold; die-cut or continuous labels with or without black mark, tag stock, continuous receipt paper, wristbands |
| Sensors | Movable black-mark sensor (centre to left side); fixed off-centre gap sensor |
| Interfaces | USB 2.0 |
| Wireless | 802.11ac Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 4.1 (factory-installed) |
| Memory | 128 MB Flash, 128 MB SDRAM (50 MB non-volatile / 8 MB SDRAM user available) |
| Printer Languages | ZPL II, EPL 2, XML; Print DNA emulations for other printer languages; Link-OS Basic |
| Fonts / Character Sets | 16 resident expandable ZPL II bitmap fonts, 2 scalable ZPL fonts, 5 EPL2 fonts, native OpenType support, Unicode |
| Barcodes | 1D: Code 11, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, ISBT-128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-8, EAN-13 (+2/+5), Plessey, Postnet, Standard / Industrial / Interleaved 2-of-5, Logmars, MSI, Codabar, Planet Code; 2D: Codablock, PDF417, Code 49, Data Matrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, MicroPDF, Aztec |
| Display | Single status LED, single feed/pause button (no LCD); no real-time clock |
| Media Options | Tear-off (standard); peeler and cutter available only as factory-installed versions |
| Drivers & Software | Print DNA Basic: Zebra Setup Utilities, ZebraDesigner Essentials (free), Windows drivers, printer emulations |
| Power Supply | Auto-detecting 100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz (PFC) external power supply; ENERGY STAR qualified |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 176 × 220 × 151 mm |
| Weight | 1.1 kg |
| Color | Black |
| Operating Temperature | 4.4 °C to 41 °C |
| Storage Temperature | −40 °C to 60 °C |
| Humidity | 10–90% non-condensing (operating) |
| Certifications | IEC 60950-1, EN 55022 Class B, EN 55024, EN 61000-3-2/-3-3, FCC Class B, EN 300 328, EN 301 893, CE |
| Warranty | 24 months (Zebra ZD200 Series standard warranty) |
| In the Box | Zebra ZD230d printer (black), external power supply (100–240 V AC), EU and UK power cords, USB cable, printer documentation – labels NOT included |
Which ZD230 is right for you? The ZD230d (direct thermal) needs no ribbon – ideal for shipping labels and receipts; the ZD230t (thermal transfer) prints durable labels and takes 74 m or 300 m ribbons. Choose USB, USB + Ethernet or USB + Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, and decide up front whether you need a peeler or a cutter – both are factory-installed. Matching Zebra labels, spare parts and service plans are listed on this page. Compare other models in our Desktop Label Printers collection or contact our team for volume pricing.
Available Versions
ZD23042-30EC00EZ
Print Method
Thermal transfer
Wireless
None
Wired Interfaces
USB, Ethernet
Color
Black
label printer, thermal transfer, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, Ethernet, emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: black
ZD23042-30ED02EZ
Print Method
Thermal transfer
Wireless
Wi-Fi 5 + Bluetooth
Wired Interfaces
USB
Color
Black
label printer, thermal transfer, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, Bluetooth (class 4.1), Wi-Fi (802.11ac), emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: black
ZD23042-30EG00EZ
Print Method
Thermal transfer
Wireless
None
Wired Interfaces
USB
Color
Black
label printer, thermal transfer, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: black
ZD23042-31EC00EZ
Print Method
Thermal transfer
Wireless
None
Wired Interfaces
USB, Ethernet
Color
Black
label printer, thermal transfer, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, Ethernet, emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: peeler, cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: black
ZD23042-31EG00EZ
Print Method
Thermal transfer
Wireless
None
Wired Interfaces
USB
Color
Black
label printer, thermal transfer, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: peeler, cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: black
ZD23042-32EC00EZ
Print Method
Thermal transfer
Wireless
None
Wired Interfaces
USB, Ethernet
Color
Black
label printer, thermal transfer, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, Ethernet, emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: cutter, cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: black
ZD23042-32EG00EZ
Print Method
Thermal transfer
Wireless
None
Wired Interfaces
USB
Color
Black
label printer, thermal transfer, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: cutter, cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: black
ZD23042-D0EC00EZ
Print Method
Direct thermal
Wireless
None
Wired Interfaces
USB, Ethernet
Color
Black
label printer, direct thermal, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, Ethernet, emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: black
ZD23042-D0ED02EZ
Selected
Print Method
Direct thermal
Wireless
Wi-Fi 5 + Bluetooth
Wired Interfaces
USB
Color
Black
label printer, direct thermal, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, Bluetooth (class 4.1), Wi-Fi (802.11ac), emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: black
332,27 €In Stock
ZD23042-D0EG00EZ
Print Method
Direct thermal
Wireless
None
Wired Interfaces
USB
Color
Black
label printer, direct thermal, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: black
ZD23042-D1EC00EZ
Print Method
Direct thermal
Wireless
None
Wired Interfaces
USB, Ethernet
Color
Black
label printer, direct thermal, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, Ethernet, emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: peeler, cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: black
ZD23042-D1EG00EZ
Print Method
Direct thermal
Wireless
None
Wired Interfaces
USB
Color
Black
label printer, direct thermal, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: peeler, cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: black
ZD23042-D2EG00EZ
Print Method
Direct thermal
Wireless
None
Wired Interfaces
USB
Color
Black
label printer, direct thermal, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: cutter, cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: black
ZD23W42-30EC00EZ
Print Method
Thermal transfer
Wireless
None
Wired Interfaces
USB, Ethernet
Color
White
label printer, thermal transfer, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, Ethernet, emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: white
ZD23W42-D0EC00EZ
Print Method
Direct thermal
Wireless
None
Wired Interfaces
USB, Ethernet
Color
White
label printer, direct thermal, resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), media width (max.): 112 mm, print width (max.): 104 mm, roll diameter (max.): 127mm, speed (max.): 152 mm/s, USB, Ethernet, emulation: EPLII, ZPLII, XML, incl.: cable (USB), power supply unit, power cable (EU, UK), colour: white
Accessories
Compatible Labels
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Perform 1000D, W: 101.6 mm, H: 152.4 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (800284-605)
19,50 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Select 2000D, W: 57.15 mm, H: 31.75 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (800262-125)
14,06 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Perform 1000D, W: 38.1 mm, H: 25.4 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (880595-025DU)
11,76 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Select 2000D, W: 31.75 mm, H: 25.4 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (800261-105)
9,27 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Perform 1000D, W: 69.85 mm, H: 31.75 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (880181-031D)
15,13 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Perform 1000D, W: 50.8 mm, H: 31.75 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (880175-031D)
13,12 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Perform 1000D, W: 76.2 mm, H: 50.8 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (800283-205)
15,53 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Perform 1000D, W: 69.85 mm, H: 38.1 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (880181-038D)
15,13 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Select 2000D, W: 101.6 mm, H: 101.6 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (800264-405)
23,38 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Select 2000D, W: 57.15 mm, H: 101.6 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (800262-405)
14,06 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Select 2000D, W: 25.4 mm, H: 76.2 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (3007207)
8,64 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Select 2000D, W: 100 mm, H: 50 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (87000)
22,74 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Perform 1000D, W: 102 mm, H: 192 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (3009724-T)
28,90 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Perform 1000D, W: 101.6 mm, H: 101.6 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (880191-101D)
19,50 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Perform 1000D, W: 101.6 mm, H: 76.2 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (880191-076D)
19,50 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Essentials 1000D, W: 101.6 mm, H: 152.4 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (ZIPZED3018655XL)
19,22 €
In Stock
Labels, Zebra, Thermal Paper, Z-Select 2000D Removable, W: 101.6 mm, H: 76.2 mm, D: 127 mm, C: 25.4 mm (880239-076D)
32,27 €
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