Zebra printers
Zebra ZD421: ZPL guide
The Zebra ZD421 is a desktop printer. Here you will find the key specifications and a ready-to-use ZPL example.
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The Zebra ZD421 is a desktop printer. Here you will find the key specifications and a ready-to-use ZPL example.
Key specifications
| Model | Zebra ZD421 |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 203 DPI / 300 DPI |
| Maximum print width | 104 mm (4.09") @ 203 DPI · 108 mm (4.25") @ 300 DPI |
| Type | Desktop |
| Technology | Direct thermal and thermal transfer |
| Print speed | 6 ips / 152 mm/s (203 DPI); 4 ips / 102 mm/s (300 DPI) |
| Firmware / languages | ZPL II; EPL 2; XML |
| Connectivity | USB (options: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth) |
Designing labels for the Zebra ZD421
Create your ZPL by adjusting the DPI to the printer and choosing a width within the specified maximum. Preview it in the viewer to avoid clipping or wasted material.
| DPI | Maximum width | ^PW value |
|---|---|---|
| 203 DPI | 104 mm | ^PW831 |
| 300 DPI | 108 mm | ^PW1276 |
^PW sets the printable width in dots. Use the value that matches the actual DPI of your printer.
^XA
^PW831
^LL1199
^FO40,40^A0N,38,38^FDZebra ZD421 - 203 DPI^FS
^FO40,100^GB751,2,2^FS
^FO40,130^A0N,28,28^FD104 mm / 831 dots^FS
^XZ
Official source
Technical data from the Zebra ZD421 specification sheet.
Frequently asked questions
Can I preview my ZPL for the Zebra ZD421 without printing?
Yes. Paste your code into the ZPL viewer and set the Zebra ZD421's DPI to see the label exactly as printed.