Zebra ZT600 RFID Industrial Printers

Strong, smart and scalable RFID encoding built to deliver outstanding print quality under the most challenging industrial conditions. Upgradeable, user-friendly, and engineered for high-volume 24/7 reliability.

UHF EPC Gen 2 V2.1 Adaptive Encoding 4.3-inch Touch Display All-Metal Durability

View RFID Printers Category

Print Method

Thermal Transfer & Direct Thermal

Resolution

203, 300, or 600 dpi

Max Print Speed

Up to 14 ips (ZT610)

Max Print Width

Up to 6.6 in. (ZT620)

Media Types

Continuous, die-cut, notch, black-mark

Connectivity

USB 2.0, RS-232, GbE, Bluetooth 4.0

User Interface

4.3 in. color touch display

Durability

All-metal frame

RFID Capabilities

Supported Protocols	Supports tags compatible with: UHF EPC Gen 2 V2.1, ISO/IEC 18000-63 and RAIN RFID protocols
Upgradeability	Integrated RFID system is user-upgradeable in the field and available on both 4 in. and 6 in. models
Encoding & Tuning	Adaptive Encoding Technology automatically selects optimum encode settings
Serialization & Memory	Supports industry standard, multi-vendor, chip-based serialization Supports block permalocking of user memory compatible with ATA Spec 2000
Tracking	Allows users to track performance with RFID job-monitoring tools

Standard Features

Print Methods	Thermal transfer and direct thermal printing
Construction	Metal frame and bi-fold metal media cover with enlarged clear viewing window
Media Loading	Side-loading supplies path for simplified media and ribbon loading
Printhead Technology	Thin film printhead with E3 Element Energy Equalizer for superior print quality
Standard Communications	USB 2.0, RS-232 Serial, Gigabit Ethernet, Bluetooth 4.0
User Interface	4.3 in. color touch display with intuitive menu for quick operation and settings management

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions (closed)	ZT610: 19.88 in. L x 10.56 in. W x 15.58 in. H 505 mm L x 268.2 mm W x 395.68 mm H ZT620: 19.88 in. L x 13.44 in. W x 15.58 in. H 505 mm L x 341.45 mm W x 395.68 mm H
Weight	ZT610: 50 lbs / 22.7 kg ZT620: 57.4 lbs / 26 kg

Printer Specifications

Operating System	Link-OS
Resolution	203 dpi / 8 dots per mm 300 dpi / 12 dots per mm (optional) 600 dpi / 24 dots per mm (optional for ZT610 only)
Memory	1 GB RAM memory 2 GB on-board linear Flash memory
Maximum Print Width	ZT610: 4.09 in. / 104 mm ZT620: 6.6 in. / 168 mm
Maximum Print Speed	ZT610: 14 ips / 356 mm per second ZT620: 12 ips / 305 mm per second
Media Sensors	Dual media sensors: transmissive and reflective
Maximum Continuous Print Length	ZT610: 203 dpi: 150 in. / 3810 mm 300 dpi: 130 in. / 3302 mm 600 dpi: 30 in. / 762 mm ZT620: 203 dpi: 150 in. / 3810 mm 300 dpi: 100 in. / 2540 mm

Media & Ribbon Characteristics

Media Width	ZT610: 1.00 in. / 25.4 mm to 4.5 in. / 114 mm (tear/cutter) 1.00 in. / 25.4 mm to 4.25 in. / 108 mm (peel/rewind) ZT620: 2.00 in. / 51 mm to 7.0 in. / 178 mm (tear/cutter) 2.00 in. / 51 mm to 6.75 in. / 171 mm (peel/rewind)
Maximum Media Roll Size	8.0 in. / 203 mm O.D. on a 3 in. / 76 mm I.D. core
Media Thickness	0.0023 in. / 0.058 mm to 0.010 in. / 0.25 mm
Media Types	Continuous, die-cut, notch, black-mark
Standard Ribbon Length	1476 ft. / 450 m
Ribbon Width	ZT610: 2.00 in. / 51 mm to 4.33 in. / 110 mm ZT620: 2.00 in. / 51 mm to 6.85 in. / 174 mm
Ribbon Core	1.0 in. / 25.4 mm I.D.

Operating Characteristics

Operating Temperatures	Thermal transfer: 40 degrees F to 104 degrees F / 5 degrees C to 40 degrees C Direct thermal: 32 degrees F to 104 degrees F / 0 degrees C to 40 degrees C
Operating Humidity	20% to 85% non-condensing
Storage/Transportation Temperature	-22 degrees F to 140 degrees F / -30 degrees C to 60 degrees C
Storage Humidity	20% to 85% non-condensing
Electrical	Auto-detectable (PFC Compliant) 90-265 VAC, 47-63Hz, rated at 250 Watts ENERGY STAR qualified
Agency Approvals	IEC 60950, EN 55022 Class B, EN 55024, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3 cTUVus, CE Marking, FCC-B, ICES-003, VCCI, C-Tick, NOM, S-Mark (Arg), CCC, CU, BSMI, KCC, SABS, IN-Metro

Programming Languages, Barcodes & Fonts

Programming Languages	ZBI 2.0: Optional powerful programming language that lets printers run stand-alone applications, connect to peripherals and much more ZPL and ZPL II: Zebra Programming Language provides sophisticated label formatting and printer control, and is compatible with all Zebra printers XML-enabled Printing: allows XML communications for barcode label printing
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, Planet Code
2D Barcodes	Codablock, PDF417, Code 49, DataMatrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, TLC 39, MicroPDF, RSS-14 (and composite), Aztec
Fonts and Graphics	16 resident expandable ZPL II bitmap and two resident scalable ZPL fonts Asian and other international scalable and smooth bitmapped fonts Unicode: For multi-language printing Downloadable objects include graphics, scalable and bitmap fonts, label templates and formats IBM Code Page 850 international character sets are available in the fonts A, B, C, D, E, F, G and 0 through software control Code Page 1250, 1252, 1253, 1254, 1255 Support with font 0 32 MB user available DRAM 512 MB user available on-board Flash

Options, Accessories & Services

Connectivity Options	Two open communication slots to add internal cards for: Dual band 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 (MIMO) and Bluetooth 5.3 Dual band 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2 Parallel Ethernet Applicator interface IPv6 option is available as external dongle attached to a parallel port
Media Handling Options	Rewind: Internally rewinds a full roll of printed labels on 3 in. core, or peels and rewinds liner Cutter: Front-mount guillotine cutter and catch tray 1 in. I.D. Core media supply hanger Ink-side in ribbon supply spindle
Keyboard Display Unit	ZKDU keyboard display units for stand-alone printing applications
Zebra OneCare Select	Comprehensive Coverage, including printheads, normal wear and accidental breakage. Priority access 24x7 live technical support and software updates. Advance Replacement and Express Shipping (Next Day Device Replacement). Standard Commissioning. Online Return Material Authorization (RMA) support.
Zebra OneCare Essential	Comprehensive Coverage, including printheads, normal wear and accidental breakage. Priority access 8x5 live technical support and software updates. Three-day depot repair turnaround time plus free return ground shipping. Online Return Material Authorization (RMA) support.

Note: Service availability may vary by region.

Need Help Choosing the Right Configuration?

Our experts can help you navigate print resolutions, RFID options, and media handling accessories to find the perfect ZT600 Series printer for your environment.

Contact an Expert Back to RFID Printers