NCR 1432-C158-0040 Products

The Zebra ZQ521 RFID is a rugged 4-inch mobile thermal printer that prints and encodes UHF RFID labels on demand, away from a desk. It has a 4.09 in (104 mm) maximum print width, 203 dpi resolution, and an integrated RFID reader/encoder, so a worker can produce a finished, encoded RFID tag at the pallet, vehicle, or bedside. It also prints standard receipts, labels, and barcodes. Zebra's RFID portfolio is the only one that includes mobile printers of this type.

The Zebra ZQ521 RFID supports UHF tags compliant with EPC Gen 2 V2, ISO/IEC 18000-63, and RAIN RFID protocols, and is globally certified for RFID to support multinational deployments. It encodes tags with a minimum pitch of 0.6 in (16 mm), supports multi-vendor chip-based serialization (MCS), and supports block permalocking of user memory compatible with ATA Spec 2000. Its RFID ZPL commands are compatible with existing Zebra RFID printers, so label formats generally transfer without rewriting.

Print width is the main difference: the ZQ521 RFID prints up to 4.09 in (104 mm) wide, while the ZQ511 RFID prints up to 2.83 in (72 mm). The ZQ521 is larger and heavier — 6.2 x 6.1 x 2.6 in and 1.73 lb (0.79 kg), versus 5.9 x 4.7 x 2.4 in and 1.39 lb (0.63 kg) for the ZQ511. RFID capability, ruggedness ratings, battery, connectivity, and software are identical. Choose the ZQ521 for 4-inch pallet and carton labels; choose the ZQ511 when belt-carry weight matters more than label width.

The Zebra ZQ521 RFID is IP54-rated out of the box and MIL-STD 810G certified for drop and shock, tolerating repeated 6.6 ft (2 m) drops to concrete and 1,300 tumbles from 3.3 ft (1 m) per IEC 68-2-32. It operates from -4°F to 131°F (-20°C to 55°C). Adding the optional exoskeleton case raises the drop rating to 10 ft (3 m) and the ingress rating to IP65 for extreme-use environments. No separate protective case is required for the standard IP54 rating.

Yes, the Zebra ZQ521 RFID requires black-mark media, because RFID models do not support gap sensing. Media sensing is black-mark only, using fixed center-position sensors, so RFID labels, receipts, and tags must carry a black registration mark. This is the most common specification oversight when ordering supplies for this printer. It accepts media up to 4.45 in (113 mm) wide on rolls up to 2.24 in (57 mm) in diameter, with a maximum print length of 39 in.

The Zebra ZQ521 RFID connects over 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.1 Classic and Low Energy, and its dual radio runs both simultaneously. It supports Android, Apple iOS, and Windows Mobile, is "Made for iPod/iPhone/iPad" certified, and supports 802.11r fast roaming. For fleet management, it runs Zebra's Print DNA suite and can be managed through Printer Profile Manager Enterprise or SOTI MobiControl, using an Android mobile computer as a Bluetooth gateway. A secondary Bluetooth channel lets device management run while print jobs continue.

The ZQ511 is a 3-inch (72mm) mobile RFID printer, while the ZQ521 is a 4-inch (104mm) mobile RFID printer. Both models feature military-grade design with IP54 rating, on-the-spot UHF RFID encoding, and identical durability certifications including MIL-STD 810G compliance. The choice between them depends on your required print width for labels and receipts.

Yes. The ZQ521R is designed and certified to meet MIL-STD 810G for drop and shock, with tolerance for multiple drops from 6.6 feet (2m) to concrete. It's also tumble tested per IEC68-2-32 spec to handle 1,300 free falls from 3.3 feet (1m). An optional exoskeleton case is available from us that increases drop protection from 6.6 feet to 10 feet and improves the IP rating to IP65.

The ZQ521R supports 802.11ac Wi-Fi with latest security protocols and Bluetooth 4.1 Classic and Low Energy. It features a dual radio that allows simultaneous operation of 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.1 for added connectivity flexibility. The printer is compatible with Android, Apple iOS, and Windows Mobile devices.

The ZQ521R is powered by a high-capacity 3,250 mAh PowerPrecision+ rechargeable Li-Ion battery designed to power your team through even the longest shift. The printer uses Zebra's patented Power Smart Print Technology that delivers the exact amount of power required for optimal printing, and it enters sleep mode when not in use to conserve battery life.

The ZQ521R supports tags compatible with UHF EPC Gen 2 V2, ISO/IEC 18000-63, and RAIN RFID protocols. It features Adaptive Encoding Technology that simplifies RFID setup and eliminates complex RFID placement guidelines, and includes an integrated RFID Reader/Encoder that prints and encodes tags with a minimum pitch of 0.6 inches (16mm).

We offer several charging and mounting solutions including an AC adapter for wall charging, a Vehicle Cradle for tabletop or vehicle mounting, a 4-Slot Power Station that charges up to four printers simultaneously, and a Dual Charging Vehicle Adapter that charges both the ZQ521R and a mobile computer via vehicle lighter power. All accessories are available directly from us.