Zebra ZC300 Dual-Sided ID Card Printer (ZC32-000CQ00EM00)

The Zebra ZC300 Dual-Sided ID Card Printer (ZC32-000CQ00EM00) is a professional card printing solution for organizations that need to produce full-colour or monochrome cards on one or both sides. With 300 dpi printing, automatic duplex printing, 100-card input and output capacity, USB 2.0 and Ethernet connectivity, an LCD interface, and support for CR79 and CR80 cards, the ZC300 is well suited to employee ID cards, student identification cards, membership cards, visitor badges, event passes and other card-issuance applications. The exact ZC32-000CQ00EM00 configuration also provides Wi-Fi connectivity and is designed for PVC and PVC composite cards.

Product Features

Dual-Sided ID Card Printing

The major advantage of the Zebra ZC300 is its automatic dual-sided printing capability. It can print information on both the front and back of a card without requiring the user to manually turn the card around. This is particularly useful when an organization needs to place a photograph, name and identification details on the front while using the reverse for additional information. Zebra confirms that the ZC300 supports both single-sided and dual-sided printing.

Full-Colour and Monochrome Printing

The ZC300 supports both full-colour and monochrome card printing. Colour printing can be used for cards containing photographs, logos, branding and other graphical elements, while monochrome printing is appropriate for simpler card layouts where colour is not required. Zebra’s published specifications list up to 200 colour cards per hour for single-sided printing and up to 140 colour cards per hour for dual-sided printing under stated batch-printing conditions.

300 dpi Print Resolution

With 300 dpi print resolution, the ZC300 is designed for detailed card layouts. This resolution is suitable for producing text, photographs, logos, barcodes and other elements commonly incorporated into professional identification cards.

100-Card Input Hopper

The automatic input hopper holds up to 100 cards when using 30-mil cards, allowing a batch of cards to be loaded before printing begins. The card feeder automatically adjusts for supported card thicknesses, simplifying card loading for different compatible media.

100-Card Output Capacity

The ZC300 provides an output capacity of up to 100 cards with 30-mil cards, allowing completed cards to be collected in an organized batch rather than manually removing each card as it is printed.

Edge-to-Edge Card Printing

The ZC300 supports edge-to-edge printing on standard CR80 media, allowing card designs to use the available printable card surface effectively.

USB and Ethernet Connectivity

The ZC300 provides USB 2.0 and 10/100 Ethernet connectivity, allowing it to be connected directly to a computer or integrated into a suitable network environment. This makes it practical for both standalone desktop card printing and networked card-issuance setups.

Wi-Fi Connectivity

The ZC32-000CQ00EM00 configuration includes Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) connectivity according to the published specification for this part number. This provides an additional connection option where wireless network deployment is required.

Graphical LCD Interface

The ZC300 features a graphical colour LCD interface that provides printer status and operational information. Zebra’s ZC300 documentation also highlights its graphical interface and user-oriented operating design.

Automatic Card Thickness Adjustment

The card feeder automatically adjusts for supported card thicknesses, reducing manual setup when loading compatible cards. The ZC300 supports cards from 10 to 40 mil thickness.

Secure Printer Design

The ZC300 incorporates security-oriented features including printer host authentication, data encryption and a Kensington security lock slot. Zebra also identifies a lockable printer cover as a security feature intended to help protect card stock and rejected cards.

Easy Ribbon Loading

The ZC300 uses a cartridge-based ribbon system designed to simplify ribbon replacement. Zebra’s ZC100/ZC300 documentation provides dedicated procedures for loading ribbons and identifies supported colour and monochrome ribbon combinations.

Product Specifications

• Brand: Zebra
• Model: ZC300
• Part number: ZC32-000CQ00EM00
• Product type: ID card printer
• Printing technology: Dye-sublimation and thermal transfer, direct-to-card
• Printing: Single-sided and dual-sided
• Print resolution: 300 × 300 dpi
• Colour printing: Yes
• Single-sided colour printing speed: Up to 200 cards/hour
• Dual-sided colour printing speed: Up to 140 cards/hour
• Monochrome printing speed: Up to 900 cards/hour
• Dual-sided monochrome printing speed: Up to 450 cards/hour
• Card formats: CR79 and CR80
• Standard card format: CR80 / ISO 7810 ID-1
• Supported card materials: PVC and PVC composite
• Card thickness: 10–40 mil / approximately 0.25–1.02 mm
• Input hopper capacity: Up to 100 cards with 30-mil cards
• Output hopper capacity: Up to 100 cards with 30-mil cards
• Connectivity: USB 2.0 and Ethernet 10/100
• Wireless connectivity: Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac
• Display: Graphical colour LCD
• Internal memory: 2 GB flash memory
• Security: Printer host authentication and data encryption
• Security slot: Kensington security lock slot
• Printing: Edge-to-edge
• Operating temperature: 15°C to 35°C
• Operating humidity: 20% to 80%, non-condensing
• Power input: 90–264 VAC
• Power frequency: 47–60 Hz
• Dimensions: 157 mm W × 468 mm D × 258 mm H
• Weight: Approximately 4.4 kg