Direct to card Printer

The Zebra ZXP Series 1 is an affordable entry-level card printer that replaces the popular Zebra p100i model and features 15% faster print speeds, 100-card feeder, the ability to print on a wider range of card thicknesses, and easier out of the box setup.

ZXP1 is a single-side, full color card printer that has been designed for low volume printing needs – perfect for anyone who needs to print 10-15 plastic cards per day and who doesn’t need smart card encoding. Key benefits include:

Affordable, Entry-Level Printing:
» Single-sided, low-volume printing
» Prints high-quality ID cards and badges
» Easy-to-order options
» Supports 10 – 40 mil cards for card printing flexibility

Easy-to-use Features:
» Color touch points and informative LCD operation screen
» Eco-friendly Load-N-Go ribbon cartridges
» Project ready – Easy to integrate, deploy, and manage
» Compact size fits in any environment

High-Level Connectivity:
» Print Monitor Supported
» Ethernet optional
» Tap your NFC-enabled mobile device to the ZXP1 Print Touch icon (on the side of the printer) to launch Zebra ZXP1 printer support pages.

Download ZXP Series 1 Brochure

Printing Specifications
» Dye-sublimation thermal transfer direct-to-card
» Full color or monochrome printing
» Single-sided printing
» 500 cph monochrome single-sided
» 120 cph single-sided YMCKO
» Edge-to-edge printing on standard CR-80 media

Standard Features
» Eco-Friendly Load-N-Go™ drop-in ribbon ZXP Series 1 cartridges
» ZRaster™ host-based image processing
» Auto calibration of ribbon
» USB connectivity
» Microsoft Certified Windows drivers
» Energy Star Certified
» Print Touch NFC tag for online Printer documentation access
» 100 card covered feeder (30 mil)
» 50 card capacity integrated flip-out output hopper (30 mil)
» 16-character LCD operator control display
» 300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm) print resolution
» Two-year warranty on printer
» Two-year (unlimited passes) original printhead
» One-year hot swap (U.S. only)

Printing Throughput
Printing throughput (cards per hour) based on click to drop printing, average print coverage, with USB connectivity. Times may vary depending on the computer and other configurations.
» 500 cph monochrome single-sided
» 120 cph single-sided YMCKO


Optional Features*
» Magnetic stripe encoder – ISO 7811 (new and re-encoded, tracks 1,2, and 3, high and low coercivity, stripe down, 30 mil card only, factory install only)
» Built-in 10/100 Ethernet
» CardSense™ single-card feed mode - Contact an ID Expert at 877-868-0012 for more information about CardSense kits
» ZebraCare™ extended product warranty programs – Contact an ID Expert at 877-868-0012 for more information about Zebra extended warranties
*The magnetic stripe encoder is not field upgradeable. However,10/100 Ethernet connectivity and CardSense single-card feeder kit can be purchased and added to your ZXP1 later.

Communications Interfaces
» USB V2.0 (cable included) - standard

Card Compatibility
» Card Thickness: 10-40 mil
» Card Size: CR-80, ISO 7810 format, Type ID-1, 2.12” (54 mm) x 3.38” (86 mm)
» Card Material: PVC and PVC composite
» Spot Color or monochrome print only on < 20 mil card thickness

Physical Specifications
» Height: 9.3” (236 mm)
» Width: 7.9” (200 mm)
» Depth: 13.0” (330 mm)
» Weight: 11.6 lbs (5.3 kg)

Preventative Maintenance
» Zebra recommends cleaning the printer on a regular basis using standard Zebra cleaning supplies and parts. Consult the User’s Guide for further details.

Environmental Specifications
» Operating Temperature: 60º F to 86º F (15º C to/30º C)
» Storage Temperature: 23º F to 131º F (-5º C to 55º C)
» Operating Humidity: 20% to 65% non-condensing
» Storage Humidity: 20% to 70% non-condensing

Media Storage
» Temperature: 41F to 77F (5C to 30C)
» Humidity: 35% to 65% non-condensing
» Do not store in direct sunlight

Drivers Supported
» Microsoft Windows Certified Printer Drivers: Windows XP, Vista, Server 2003, Server 2008, Windows 7 (32-bit and 64-bit compatible, Windows 8 (32-bit and 64- bit compatible)