The Zebra ZQ52-BUW0000-00 is the ZQ521, a 203 dpi direct thermal mobile label and receipt printer with USB, Bluetooth, Serial, and Wi-Fi connectivity at up to 5 ips. Designed for mobile workers in warehouse, retail, healthcare, and field service environments, it delivers reliable on-the-go label and receipt printing with multiple wireless connectivity options.
Key Features
- 203 dpi direct thermal printing — no ink or ribbon required
- 5 ips print speed for fast mobile label output
- USB, Bluetooth, Serial, and Wi-Fi connectivity
- Rugged mobile form factor for warehouse, retail, and field use
- Compatible with Zebra Link-OS for remote management
- ZPL and CPCL label language support
Product Specifications
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Part Number: ZQ52-BUW0000-00
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Manufacturer: Zebra
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OEM Status: Retail
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Model: ZQ521
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Print Method: Direct Thermal
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Resolution: 203 dpi
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Form Factor: Mobile / Portable
Print Specifications
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Resolution: 203 dpi
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Print Speed: Up to 5 ips
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Print Method: Direct Thermal (no ribbon required)
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Max Print Width: 4.09 inches
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Label Languages: ZPL, CPCL
Connectivity Specifications
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USB: Yes
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Bluetooth: Yes
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Wi-Fi: Yes (802.11 a/b/g/n)
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Serial: Yes
Use Cases
- Mobile label printing for warehouse picking, packing, and shipping
- Retail mobile receipt and label printing for floor associates
- Healthcare patient wristband and specimen label printing
- Field service mobile label and receipt printing
Compatibility
- Windows, Android, and iOS via USB, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi
- Zebra Link-OS for remote printer management and configuration
- ZPL and CPCL label design software
- 2-inch and 4-inch direct thermal label and receipt media
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does this require a ribbon?
- No — the ZQ521 uses direct thermal printing, which uses heat-sensitive media. No ribbon, ink, or toner is required.
- What is the battery life?
- Battery life varies by usage. Zebra offers optional extended battery packs for the ZQ521 series for high-volume mobile printing shifts.
The Zebra ZQ521 ZQ52-BUW0000-00 delivers 203 dpi direct thermal mobile label and receipt printing at 5 ips with USB, Bluetooth, Serial, and Wi-Fi — a versatile mobile printer for warehouse, retail, healthcare, and field service label printing.
