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Description

Zebra ZD4AH42-301E00EZ Thermal Transfer Printer

Overview

The Zebra ZD4AH42-301E00EZ is a 4-inch healthcare-specific thermal transfer desktop printer designed for clinical environments. It offers 203 dpi resolution and essential connectivity options including USB, Ethernet, and Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0. This model is built to integrate into healthcare workflows, providing reliable label printing for patient identification, medication, and specimen tracking where accuracy and hygiene are paramount. Its architecture is engineered for future-proofing, offering 30% more power than previous generations.

Compatibility

This printer is part of the ZD421 series, designed to be a direct upgrade from Zebra's GK Series. It is compatible with workflows requiring 4-inch wide media and supports EZPL (Zebra's printer language). Specific compatibility extends to healthcare applications requiring patient wristbands, labels, and other critical documentation.

Installation Notes

The ZD421 series features an intuitive user interface and new media guide designs for easier daily operation. Field-upgradeable wireless kits allow for flexible deployment. It supports both direct thermal and thermal transfer printing methods, with this specific model being a thermal transfer variant.

What's in the Box

  • 1x Zebra ZD4AH42-301E00EZ Printer
  • 1x US Power Cord
  • 1x Swiss Font
Specifications
Printer Languages: ZPL II, EPL 2, XML, ZBI, PDF Direct
Print Methods: Thermal Transfer or Direct Thermal
Resolution: 203 dpi/8 dots per mm
Max Print Width: 4.09 in./104 mm
Max Print Speed: 6 in./152 mm per second
Memory: 512 MB Flash; 256MB SDRAM
Connectivity: USB 2.0, USB Host, Ethernet, Serial RS-232, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1
Operating Temperature: 40° to 105° F/4.4° to 41° C
Storage Temperature: -40° to 140° F/-40° to 60° C
Operating Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing
Storage Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing
Direct Thermal Dimensions: 8.69 in. L x 6.98 in. W x 5.93 in. H
Direct Thermal Weight: 2.98 lbs./1.35 kg
Thermal Transfer Roll Dimensions: 10.5 in. L x 8.0 in. W x 7.44 in. H
Thermal Transfer Roll Weight: 4.52 lbs./2.05 kg
Thermal Transfer Cartridge Dimensions: 10.0 in. L x 8.0 in. W x 7.0 in. H
Thermal Transfer Cartridge Weight: 5.0 lbs./2.3 kg
Ribbon Width: 1.33 in./33.8 mm — 4.3 in./109.2 mm
Ribbon Length: 984 ft. (300 m)
Media Width: 0.585 in./15 mm to 4.25 in./108 mm
Media Thickness: 0.003 in. (0.08 mm) min.
Media Roll Size: 5.00 in./127 mm maximum outer diameter
Bar Code Ratios: 2:1 and 3:1
2D Bar Codes: Codablock, PDF417, Code 49, DataMatrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, MicroPDF, Aztec
Fonts: 16 resident expandable ZPL II bitmap fonts, two resident scalable ZPL fonts, five resident expandable EPL2 fonts
Power Requirements: 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz
Warranty: Two year standard warranty
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Zebra ZD421 Healthcare 203 dpi - ZD4AH42-301E00EZ

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