Zebra GC420t Thermal Barcode Label Printer

Zebra GC420t Thermal Transfer Barcode Label Printer is a dependable desktop label printer designed for businesses that require high-quality barcode labels, shipping labels, product tags, receipts, and asset identification. Supporting both thermal transfer and direct thermal printing technologies, the GC420t offers exceptional flexibility for printing on paper labels, synthetic media, tags, and wristbands. With a print resolution of 203 dpi, print speeds of up to 4 inches per second, and support for Zebra’s ZPL II and EPL2 programming languages, this compact printer is ideal for retail, healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, and office environments.

Product Features

Dual Printing Technology

The Zebra GC420t supports both thermal transfer and direct thermal printing, allowing users to print durable labels using ribbons or cost-effective direct thermal labels without changing printers.

High-Quality 203 dpi Printing

With a print resolution of 203 dpi (8 dots/mm), the printer produces crisp text, sharp graphics, and highly readable 1D and 2D barcodes suitable for professional labeling applications.

Fast Printing Performance

The printer delivers print speeds of up to 4 inches (102 mm) per second, helping improve productivity for barcode, shipping, inventory, and product labeling tasks.

Flexible Media and Ribbon Support

The GC420t supports a wide variety of media including die-cut labels, continuous labels, tag stock, receipts, and wristbands. It is compatible with wax, wax/resin, and resin ribbons for durable label printing.

Multiple Connectivity Options

Standard USB, Serial (RS-232), and Parallel interfaces enable easy integration with PCs, POS systems, warehouse management software, and business applications. Optional Ethernet connectivity is available through ZebraNet print server configurations.

Easy Media Loading

The OpenACCESS™ clamshell design simplifies media and ribbon loading, reducing maintenance time and improving workflow efficiency.

Broad Barcode Compatibility

The printer supports numerous 1D and 2D barcode formats, making it suitable for inventory management, shipping, retail, healthcare, and manufacturing applications.

Compact Desktop Design

Its compact footprint fits easily into offices, retail counters, warehouses, healthcare facilities, and shipping stations where space is limited while providing reliable day-to-day performance.

Product Specifications

• Product name: Zebra GC420t Thermal Transfer Barcode Label Printer
• Printer type: Desktop barcode and label printer
• Print technology: Thermal Transfer and Direct Thermal
• Print resolution: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
• Maximum print speed: Up to 4 inches (102 mm) per second
• Maximum print width: 4.09 inches (104 mm)
• Maximum media width: 4.25 inches (108 mm)
• Maximum print length: 39 inches (991 mm)
• Ribbon support: Wax, wax/resin, and resin ribbons
• Ribbon length: Up to 244 feet (74 m)
• Ribbon core diameter: 0.5 inch (12.7 mm)
• Maximum media roll diameter: 5 inches (127 mm)
• Media thickness: 0.003 to 0.007 inches (0.08 to 0.18 mm)
• Media types: Die-cut labels, continuous labels, tag stock, receipts, fan-fold media, and wristbands
• Media sensing: Gap, black mark, and notch sensors
• Memory: 8 MB SDRAM
• Flash memory: 8 MB
• Processor: 32-bit RISC processor
• Connectivity: USB 1.1, Serial (RS-232), and Parallel
• Printer languages: ZPL II, EPL2, and EPL Line Mode
• Barcode support: 1D and 2D barcode symbologies
• Power supply: Auto-switching 100–240V AC, 50–60 Hz
• Dimensions (W × D × H): 201 × 239 × 173 mm
• Weight: Approximately 1.5 kg
• Operating system compatibility: Windows and systems supporting Zebra printer drivers
• Applications: Barcode labels, shipping labels, product labeling, asset tracking, inventory management, warehouse operations, retail labeling, healthcare labeling, and logistics.