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Zebra ZM400 Barcode Printer

$253.30 (Ex. GST)

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The Zebra ZM400 is a mid-range industrial barcode label printer from Zebra's Z Series (launched early 2000s, widely used through the 2010s and still supported in 2025–2026). It is a 4-inch direct thermal / thermal transfer printer built for high-volume, reliable label printing in warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, retail, healthcare, and transportation environments.

This model is known for its rugged metal construction, excellent print quality, ease of use, and compatibility with a wide range of media types and legacy systems — making it a workhorse in many facilities even today.

Product Description

The Zebra ZM400 is a 4-inch (104 mm) wide industrial label printer that supports both direct thermal (no ribbon) and thermal transfer (with ribbon) printing. It prints at speeds up to 8 inches per second (203 mm/s) with resolutions of 203 dpi (standard) or 300 dpi (optional upgrade).

Key features include:

  • Durable all-metal chassis and printhead for harsh industrial use
  • Easy media loading with wide-open printhead and color-coded media path
  • ZebraLink connectivity (serial, parallel, USB, Ethernet options)
  • Support for ZPL II, EPL2, and Zebra Basic Interpreter languages
  • Large LCD control panel (optional) or LED indicators for status and configuration
  • Adjustable media sensors (reflective, transmissive, continuous, gap, black mark)
  • Ribbon capacity up to 450 meters (longer than many competitors at the time)

The printer is available in thermal transfer (ribbon required) and direct thermal configurations, with various connectivity options (serial/parallel/USB/Ethernet/Wi-Fi) and optional accessories (peel-off, cutter, liner take-up, media hanger).


Model: Zebra ZM400

Print Technology: Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer (ribbon required for TT models)

Print Width: 4.09 inches (104 mm) maximum

Print Resolution: 203 dpi (standard) or 300 dpi (optional high-resolution version)

Print Speed: Up to 8 inches per second (203 mm/s) at 203 dpi

Media Width: 0.79 to 4.5 inches (20 to 114 mm)

Media Roll Capacity: 8-inch outer diameter (203 mm) on 3-inch core

Ribbon Capacity: 450 meters (1,476 feet) on 1-inch core (for thermal transfer models)

Memory: 8 MB DRAM / 4 MB Flash (standard); expandable in some configurations

Connectivity Options: Serial (RS-232), Parallel (Centronics), USB, Ethernet (10/100), optional Wi-Fi, Bluetooth

Interface Languages: ZPL II, EPL2, ZBI (Zebra Basic Interpreter), XML-enabled

Media Sensing: Adjustable transmissive (gap) and reflective (black mark) sensors

Status Display: LED indicators (standard); optional 4-line LCD control panel

Form Factor: Desktop / industrial (can be rack-mounted with optional kit)

Weight: ≈32 lb (14.5 kg) – rugged all-metal construction

Status (2025–2026): Legacy / End-of-Sale / End-of-Support – Zebra ended support for ZM400 years ago; still widely used and serviced via third parties

Market Availability: Refurbished or used units (pulled from decommissioned warehouses)

Common Sources: eBay, Amazon (renewed), surplus industrial equipment resellers, Zebra-certified refurbishers

Typical Price Range: $300–$800 (refurbished, depending on condition, resolution, connectivity, and accessories)

Print Method: Direct Thermal or Thermal Transfer

Print Resolution: 203 dpi (standard) / 300 dpi (optional)

Print Speed: Up to 8 ips (203 mm/s) at 203 dpi; up to 6 ips at 300 dpi

Print Width: 4.09 inches (104 mm) maximum

Media Roll Capacity: 8-inch OD (203 mm) on 3-inch core

Ribbon Capacity: 450 meters (1,476 feet) on 1-inch core (TT models)

Media Types: Labels, tags, receipts, tickets, wristbands, fanfold, continuous, die-cut, black mark, gap sensing

Media Thickness: 0.003 to 0.012 inches (0.076 to 0.305 mm)

Media Sensing: Transmissive (gap) and reflective (black mark) – adjustable

Memory: 8 MB DRAM / 4 MB Flash (standard)

Connectivity: Serial, Parallel, USB, Ethernet (standard); optional Wi-Fi, Bluetooth

Emulations: ZPL II, EPL2, ZBI, XML-enabled

Bar Code Symbologies: Code 39, Code 128, UPC-A/E, EAN-8/13, Data Matrix, PDF417, QR Code, MaxiCode, etc.

Power Supply: Internal auto-switching 100–240V AC

Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

Humidity: 20% to 85% non-condensing

Construction: Die-cast aluminum frame and printhead mechanism

Dimensions: 10.6" (W) × 19.5" (D) × 12.75" (H) – 269 × 495 × 324 mm

Weight: ≈32 lb (14.5 kg)

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$253.30 (Ex. GST)

$253.30 (Ex. GST)

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