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Product Code: PTHO-527
MPN #: ZQ52-BUW000E-00
Product Condition: New
When you need labels printed on the spot, even in the toughest conditions, a rugged mobile printer is essential. The Zebra ZQ521 (ZQ52-BUW000E-00) 203 dpi 300inch/min Printer delivers fast, reliable direct-thermal printing wherever you work, keeping your workflow smooth and your data accurate.
In a busy warehouse, you can print barcode tags straight from a handheld device, attach them to pallets, and move on without waiting for a desk-bound printer. Field technicians can generate service labels on-site, while retail staff produce price stickers during stock takes, all in seconds.
Choosing this Zebra printer means you get a device that matches the harsh reality of mobile work environments. Its military-grade design meets MIL-STD-810g standards and an IP54 rating, so it endures drops, spills and extreme temperatures without missing a beat. The high-capacity battery and fast 300 inch/min speed keep you productive even when power outlets are scarce.
Beyond toughness, the printer integrates seamlessly with your existing systems. Zebra’s Print DNA suite provides remote configuration, real-time battery monitoring and secure firmware updates, reducing downtime and IT overhead. Whether you need RFID encoding or linerless printing, the ZQ521 adapts to your workflow, helping you cut waste and improve traceability.
| Printing | |
| Printing / Max Resolution B/W | 203 dpi |
| Printing / Max Printing Speed B/W | 300inch/min |
| Scanner | |
| Scanner / Type | None |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Miscellaneous / Color Category | Black |
| Miscellaneous / Compliant Standards | ICES-003, EN55024, EN55022 Class B, FCC Part 15 B, EN 301 489, EN 55032 |
| Processor | |
| Processor / Processor | 528 MHz |
| Networking | |
| Networking / Security Protocols & Features | LEAP, WEP, WPA, WPA2, 802.1x, AES, EAP-TTLS, EAP-TLS, PEAP, EAP-FAST |
| Networking / Networking | Print server |
| Networking / Type | Print server |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Dimensions & Weight / Height | 6.2in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Width | 6.1in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Depth | 2.6in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Weight | 27.86oz |
| Printer | |
| Printer / Fonts | CG Triumvirate Bold Condensed |
| Printer / Fonts Included | 25 x bitmapped ¦ 1 x scalable |
| Printer / Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Printer / Print Speed | Up to 300 inch/min - max speed |
| Printer / Language Simulation | ZBI 2.x |
| Printer / Media Sizes | Roll (4.45 in) |
| Printer / Max Resolution (B&W) | 203 dpi |
| Printer / Built-in Devices | Status LCD |
| Printer / Type | Label printer |
| Printer / Max H-Document Size | 4.45 in |
| Printer / Barcodes | Code 93, Industrial 2 of 5, Code 39, UCC/EAN-128, CODABLOCK, ISBT 128, NW-7, GS1 DataBar, QR code, MaxiCode, Aztec code, LOGMARS, UPC-A, UPC-E, MicroPDF417, Codabar, Code 128, Code 11, Interleaved 2 of 5, Postnet, PDF417, MSI-Plessey, Data Matrix, FIM, PLANET, TLC39, Plessey, Standard 2 of 5, EAN-8, EAN-13, MSI |
| Printer / Interface | USB 2.0, NFC, Wi-Fi(ac), Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Printer / Portable | Portable |
| Printer / Media Type | Tag labels |
| Printer / Features | Realtime clock, Black Mark sensor, tear bar |
| Printer / Printer Features | XML-enabled printing |
| Office Machine | |
| Office Machine / Printing Output Type | Monochrome |
| Office Machine / Type | Printer |
| Office Machine / Printing Technology | Direct thermal |
| Office Machine / Functions | Printer |
| Header | |
| Header / Model | ZQ521 |
| Header / Product Line | Zebra ZQ500 Series |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Media Handling | |
| Media Handling / Roll Maximum Outer Diameter | 2.2 in |
| Media Handling / Max Media Size (Custom) | 4.45 in |
| Media Handling / Max Printing Width | 4.09 in |
| Media Handling / Media Thickness Range | 0.0023 in - 0.01 in |
| Media Handling / Media Sizes | Roll (4.45 in) |
| Media Handling / Media Type | Labels, receipt labels, tag labels |
| Media Handling / Max Media Size | Roll (4.45 in) |
| Media Handling / Media Feeders | 1 x manual - 1 roll - Roll (4.45 in) |
| Media Handling / Max Printing Length | 39 in |
| Battery | |
| Battery / Capacity | 3250 mAh |
| Battery / Installed Qty | 1 |
| Battery / Type | Lithium ion |
| Battery / Included | 1 |
| Battery / Technology | Lithium ion |
| Environmental Parameters | |
| Environmental Parameters / Min Operating Temperature | -4 °F |
| Environmental Parameters / Max Operating Temperature | 131 °F |
| Environmental Parameters / Humidity Range Operating | 10 - 90% (non-condensing) |
| Flash Memory | |
| Flash Memory / Flash Memory | 4 GB |
| General | |
| General / Printer Type | Label printer - direct thermal - monochrome |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity / Wireless Ready | Yes |
| Connectivity / Interface | Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Expansion / Connectivity | |
| Expansion / Connectivity / Connections | 1 x USB 2.0 - 5 pin Micro-USB Type AB |
| Document & Media Handling | |
| Document & Media Handling / Max Media Size | Roll (4.45 in) |
| Document & Media Handling / Media Type Class | Other |
| Document & Media Handling / Media Size Class | Other |
| RAM | |
| RAM / Installed Size | 4GB |
| RAM / RAM Installed (Max) | 4 GB |
| Summary Details | |
| Print technology | Direct thermal |
| Maximum resolution | 203 x 203 DPI |
| Print speed | 127 mm/sec |
| Connectivity technology | Wired & Wireless |
| Battery type | Built-in battery |
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Product colour | Black |
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