Zebra ZE521 Print Engine

Zebra ZE521 Print Engine - QLC
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Model: ZE521

Robust 6-inch print engine built for continuous industrial use. The ZE521’s all‑metal, fanless enclosure withstands harsh environments while delivering reliable printing up to 14 ips at 300 dpi. A rotatable full‑color touch display (remotely mountable up to 2 m), broad connectivity and optional RFID support enable flexible integration into high‑throughput lines.

Performance & Reliability

Purpose‑built for nonstop production, the ZE521 offers onboard analytics and rapid serviceability to reduce downtime. Quick‑release printhead design and Zebra’s Print DNA tools simplify maintenance and remote management across enterprise networks.

Ease of Use

Intuitive touchscreen, setup wizards and emulation compatibility make deployment fast and straightforward. Display mounting flexibility and configurable sensors let the ZE521 adapt to varied equipment layouts and media types.

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Features
  • 6-inch print width, up to 14 ips, 300 dpi
  • Industrial all‑metal construction, fanless design
  • Rotatable 4.3″ color touch display, remotely mountable up to 2 m
  • Thermal transfer and direct thermal printing
  • USB, RS‑232, 10/100 Ethernet, Bluetooth 4.1, dual USB host, applicator interface
  • Quick‑release thin‑film printhead with E3 Element Energy Equalizer
  • Adjustable transmissive and reflective media sensors
  • Real‑time clock, PDF Direct, ENERGY STAR certified
  • Field‑installable connectivity and RFID options
  • Zebra Print DNA suite for setup, management and security
Machine Specifications
  • Printing technology: Direct thermal or thermal transfer
  • Resolution: 203 dpi/8 dots per mm, optional 300 dpi/12 dots per mm
  • Memory: 512MB SDRAM, 512MB Flash
  • Maximum print width: 6.6 in./168 mm
  • Maximum print speed: 12 ips/305 mm per second @ 300 dpi
  • Media sensors: Transmissive and reflective
  • Maximum Continuous print length: 203 dpi: 150 in./3801 mm; 300 dpi: 100 in./2540 mm
Label Specifications
  • Width: 3 in./76 mm to 7.1 in./180 mm
  • Barcode Ratios: 2:1, 7:3, 5:2, and 3:1
  • Linear Barcodes: Code 11, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128 with subsets A/B/C and UCC Case Codes, ISBT-128, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-8, EAN-13, UPC and EAN 2-or 5-digit extensions, Plessey, Postnet, Standard 2-of-5, Industrial 2-of-5, Interleaved 2-of-5, Logmars, MSI, Codabar and Planet Code
  • 2D Barcodes: Codablock, PDF417, Code 49, DataMatrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, TLC 39, MicroPDF, RSS-14 (and composite), Aztec
Dimensions
  • Depth: 17.2 in./438 mm
  • Width: 9.6 in./245 mm
  • Height: 11.8 in./300 mm
  • Weight: 38 lbs/17.3 kg
Requirements
  • Operating Temperature: 31°F to 104°F/0°C to 40°C
  • Operating Humidity: 20% to 95% non-condensing R.H.
  • Storage/Transportation Temperature: -40°F to 160°F/-40°C to 71°C
  • Storage Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing R.H.
  • Universal power supply with power-factor correction 90–264 VAC, 47–63 Hz
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