Zebra ZT230: ZPL guide
The Zebra ZT230 is a industrial printer that supports ZPL. Below are its key specs for designing and printing labels, plus tools to preview your ZPL before sending it.
Key specifications
| Model | Zebra ZT230 |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 203 / 300 DPI |
| Maximum print width | 104 mm (4.09") @ 203 DPI · 104 mm (4.09") @ 300 DPI |
| Type | industrial |
| Technology | Direct thermal and thermal transfer |
| Print speed | Up to 6 ips / 152 mm/s |
| Memory | 128 MB SDRAM; 128 MB on-board linear Flash |
| Firmware / languages | ZPL; EPL; XML |
| Media width | 19.4-114 mm (0.75-4.50 in) |
| Maximum label length | 3988 mm at 203 DPI; 1854 mm at 300 DPI |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 and RS-232 serial ports |
| Media sensors | Transmissive and reflective sensors |
Designing labels for the ZT230
Build your ZPL by matching the DPI to the printer and a width within the stated maximum. Preview it in the viewer to avoid clipping or wasted media.
| DPI | Maximum width | ^PW value |
|---|---|---|
| 203 DPI | 104 mm | ^PW831 |
| 300 DPI | 104 mm | ^PW1228 |
^PW sets the printable width in dots. Use the value that matches the real DPI of your printer.
^XA
^PW831
^LL1199
^FO40,40^A0N,38,38^FDZebra ZT230 - 203 DPI^FS
^FO40,100^GB751,2,2^FS
^FO40,130^A0N,28,28^FD104 mm / 831 dots^FS
^XZOfficial source
Technical data collected from Zebra ZT200 Series specification sheet.
View Zebra sourceFrequently asked questions
What resolution (DPI) does the ZT230 have?
Check the specs table: it lists the DPI available for this model.
Can I preview my ZPL for the ZT230 without printing?
Yes. Paste your code into the ZPL viewer and set the ZT230 DPI to see the label exactly as it will print.
About the author
Eduard Diaz
Eduard Diaz is an IT technician (development) at S-IE, an official Zebra partner with more than 20 years providing identification and labelling services. He builds and maintains EditorZPL to make working with ZPL and Zebra label printers easier.
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