Buying guide

Direct thermal (D)Thermal printing, without a ribbon. Short-term use: dispatch notes, tickets. Sensitive to heat and light.
Heat transfer (T)Printing using a ribbon. Durable, hard-wearing: long-term, outdoor use, logistics.

1000 – Z-PerformEconomy grade, uncoated paper, permanent adhesive. General-purpose, pharmacy, dispatch.
2000 – Z-Selectpremium paper, ultra-smooth coated finish, superior print quality and durability, a range of adhesives (including removable).
3000 – Z-UltimateHigh-performance synthetic (polyester). Resistant to water, chemicals and abrasion; durable. Industrial and outdoor use.

PolyPro (polypropylene)moisture- and tear-resistant, good value for money given its durability (4000D direct print, 3000T transfer print).
PolyE / PolyO 3100 (polyethylene)flexible synthetic material, curved/compressible surfaces.

8,000specialities (Cryocool for extreme cold, blood bags, jewellery, unlined items, etc.).
All-TempPremium, wide temperature range, versatile acrylic adhesive.
Which ribbon for which label?Standard paper: 2300 wax (recommended) or 1600 (economy) · Glossy or very smooth paper: 3200/3400 wax-resin · Synthetic labels: 5095 resin (or 4800/5100).

The number increases with quality/strength; D or T indicates whether tape is required; ‘Poly’ = synthetic, stronger than paper.

Desktop (ZD)

Industrial 4" (ZT)

Industrial 6" (ZT)

Mobile (ZQ)

Direct thermal

76 × 51 mm

102 × 76 mm

Zebra

Labels & thermal paper

All Desktop (ZD)Industrial 4" (ZT)Industrial 6" (ZT)Mobile (ZQ)

Thermal labels and paper are the everyday consumable of any label or receipt printer. Direct-thermal media needs no ribbon and suits short-life labels such as shipping and picking; paper rolls feed receipt printers. Choose the size, the adhesive and the material (paper or synthetic) according to your printer and how long the label must last.