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Zebra ZQ511/ZQ521

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Rugged mobile printing for demanding indoor and outdoor work

Zebra ZQ511 and ZQ521 mobile printers bring durable, on-demand receipt and label printing to field service, transportation, warehouse and retail workflows. The 3-inch ZQ511 and 4-inch ZQ521 combine direct thermal printing, simple media loading and USB On-The-Go with Bluetooth-only or dual-radio Wi-Fi and Bluetooth configurations.

MIL-STD 810G drop and shock certification, IP54 sealing and tumble testing help these printers keep working through drops, dust, moisture and temperature extremes. Optional linerless, extended-battery and RFID configurations support specialized mobile applications without changing the compact ZQ500 Series operating experience.

Key Specifications

  • Print method: Direct thermal
  • Resolution: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
  • Maximum print width: ZQ511: 2.83 in./72 mm; ZQ521: 4.09 in./104 mm
  • Print speed: Up to 5 in./127 mm per second with Draft Mode enabled
  • Media handling: Receipts, gap/black-mark labels, tags, linerless and RFID media; no ribbon required
  • Connectivity: USB 2.0 On-The-Go; Bluetooth-only or dual-radio 802.11ac Wi-Fi plus Bluetooth configurations
  • Battery / power: 3250 mAh removable PowerPrecision+ battery; optional 6500 mAh extended battery
  • Durability / environmental sealing: IP54, MIL-STD 810G, 6.6 ft./2 m drop tolerance and 1,300 tumbles from 3.3 ft./1 m
  • Dimensions and weight: ZQ511: 5.9 x 4.7 x 2.4 in., 1.39 lb; ZQ521: 6.2 x 6.1 x 2.6 in., 1.73 lb with standard battery
  • Warranty: Two years; batteries one year and printheads six months

In the Box

  • ZQ511 or ZQ521 printer, per selected model
  • Quick start guide and regulatory guide
  • Safety guide
  • Belt clip
  • Battery on standard- and extended-battery configurations

Configuration note: Printer-only options omit the battery. AC adapter, USB charging cable, charging cradle and separate battery chargers are sold separately unless the selected option explicitly includes them.

Print It All: Receipts, Labels, RFID Tags and Linerless

Print receipts, labels and tags in 3-inch or 4-inch widths. Linerless configurations work with Zebra ZeroLiner media to reduce backing waste and fit more labels on a roll. Separate ZQ511 RFID and ZQ521 RFID configurations print and encode UHF RFID labels on the go.

Tough. Reliable. Built to Endure.

Over-molding, IP54 sealing and the rugged ZQ500 Series chassis help protect the printer without a case. For harsher work, the optional exoskeleton raises the tested drop height to 10 ft./3 m and the environmental rating to IP65.

On-the-Go Power and Performance

Power Smart Print Technology manages energy for consistent output, while temperature compensation supports sharp printing in hot and cold conditions. The removable 3250 mAh PowerPrecision+ battery supports long shifts, and a 6500 mAh extended battery is available for higher-volume work.

Easy to Operate and Manage

Large buttons, a simple LCD, clamshell media loading and center-loading media guides make everyday operation straightforward, including for gloved users. Zebra DNA for Printers supports setup, integration, security and remote management across deployed printers.

Supplies, Service and Support

Zebra Certified Supplies are designed to protect print quality and printhead life. Zebra OneCare plans add repair coverage and service options beyond the standard warranty for organizations that need predictable uptime.

Make the Job Easier with Accessories

Choose the charging and mounting path that matches the deployment: in-printer AC charging, spare-battery chargers, vehicle cradles, vehicle power, multi-printer power stations, protective exoskeletons and carrying accessories are available. Verify the complete power chain and US line cord for the selected charger or cradle.

Resolution
203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
Maximum Print Width
  • ZQ511: 2.83 in./72 mm
  • ZQ521: 4.09 in./104 mm
Maximum Print Speed
Up to 5 in./127 mm per second with Draft Mode enabled
Maximum Print Length
39 in.
Media Sensors
Black mark and gap media sensing using fixed center-position sensors. RFID models do not support gap sensing.
Dimensions (L x W x H)
  • ZQ511: 5.9 x 4.7 x 2.4 in. (150 x 120 x 62 mm)
  • ZQ521: 6.2 x 6.1 x 2.6 in. (158 x 155 x 67 mm)
Weight with Standard Battery
  • ZQ511: 1.39 lb/0.63 kg
  • ZQ521: 1.73 lb/0.79 kg
Minimum / Maximum Media Width
  • ZQ511: 1.38 in./35 mm to 3.15 in./80 mm +1 mm
  • ZQ521: 2.0 in./50.8 mm to 4.45 in./113 mm +1 mm
Maximum Media Roll Size
  • ZQ511: 2.0 in./51 mm
  • ZQ521: 2.24 in./57 mm
Maximum Media Thickness
0.0063 in./0.1600 mm for labels; 0.0055 in./0.1397 mm for tags and receipts
Media Types
Receipt, gap/black-mark label, tag, linerless and RFID. ZQ511R/ZQ521R require black-mark RFID media and do not support gap sensing.
Operating Temperature
-4 F to 131 F/-20 C to 55 C
Storage Temperature
-22 F to 150 F/-30 C to 66 C
Supported Host Platforms
Android, Apple iOS and Windows Mobile connectivity
Communication and Interface Capabilities
USB 2.0 full-speed On-The-Go (Micro-AB); Bluetooth 4.1 Classic and BLE; dual-radio configurations add ZebraNet 802.11ac Wi-Fi on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz with simultaneous Bluetooth 5.2-ready support.
Warranty
Two years for the printer; Zebra batteries one year; printheads six months
Operating System
Link-OS printer operating system
Memory
256 MB RAM and 512 MB Flash standard; 8 MB RAM and 64 MB Flash user available
Power
3250 mAh removable, rechargeable PowerPrecision+ Li-Ion battery; optional 6500 mAh extended battery
Weight with Extended Battery
  • ZQ511: 1.62 lb/0.72 kg
  • ZQ521: 1.96 lb/0.89 kg
Minimum Media Thickness
0.0023 in./0.05842 mm for all media; ZQ511 linerless configuration: 0.0021 in./0.05334 mm
Humidity
Operating: 10% to 90% non-condensing; storage: 10% to 90% non-condensing
Charging and Cradle Temperature
Charging: 32 F to 104 F/0 C to 40 C; cradle: 32 F to 122 F/0 C to 50 C
Agency Approvals
FCC Part 15 Subpart B, EN55022 Class B, EN55024, ICES-003, EN55032 and EN301489; ENERGY STAR certified
Security
FIPS support is available as a printer OS download; WPA/WPA2 with AES and 802.1x are supported on Wi-Fi configurations.
Programming Languages
CPCL and ZPL; ZBI 2.x supports standalone applications and peripheral connections
Options
RFID encoding; 6500 mAh removable PowerPrecision+ extended battery; linerless printing with silicone platen roller
Barcode Symbologies
CPCL and ZPL support common 1D symbologies plus PDF417, MicroPDF417, MaxiCode, QR Code, GS1 DataBar, Aztec and Data Matrix; see the current specification sheet for the complete language-specific list.
Fonts and Character Sets
25 bitmapped fonts and one smooth scalable font standard; Swiss721 is included in all models and part numbers. Regional part-number groups add supported Asian-language font sets.
Standard Features
Direct thermal printing; IP54 sealing; MIL-STD 810G drop and shock certification; multiple 6.6 ft./2 m drops; 1,300 tumbles from 3.3 ft./1 m; LCD status icons; dual-sided tear bar except linerless SKUs; adjustable center loading; vertical and horizontal printing; real-time clock on WLAN SKUs; NFC Print Touch; sleep and wireless wake support.
ZQ511 / ZQ521 Accessory Guide
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ZQ511 / ZQ521 Spec Sheet
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ZQ511 / ZQ521 User Guide
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ZQ521 Cargas Wiring Guide
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Shop ZQ511/ZQ521 Models

ZQ51-BUE0000-00

ZQ511 3" Mobile Printer, Bluetooth Radio, Linered Platen, Standard Battery Included

Print Width:

2.83 in.

Radio:

Bluetooth

Platen Type:

Linered

RFID:

Not Included

Battery:

Standard Battery

$599.65

ZQ51-BUE1000-00

ZQ511 3" Mobile Printer, Bluetooth Radio, Linerless Platen, Standard Battery Included

Print Width:

2.83 in.

Radio:

Bluetooth

Platen Type:

Linerless

RFID:

Not Included

Battery:

Standard Battery

$686.93

ZQ51-BUW0000-00

ZQ511 3" Mobile Printer, Dual Radio BT and WiFi, Linered Platen, Standard Battery Included

Print Width:

2.83 in.

Platen Type:

Linered

RFID:

Not Included

Battery:

Standard Battery

Radio:

Wi-Fi + Bluetooth

$743.67

ZQ51-BUW1000-00

ZQ511 3" Mobile Printer, Dual Radio BT and WiFi, Linerless Platen, Standard Battery Included

Print Width:

2.83 in.

Platen Type:

Linerless

RFID:

Not Included

Battery:

Standard Battery

Radio:

Wi-Fi + Bluetooth

$830.96

ZQ52-BUW0010-00

ZQ521 4" Mobile Printer, Dual Radio BT and WiFi, Linered Platen, Order Battery Separately.

Print Width:

4.09 in.

Platen Type:

Linered

Battery:

Not Included

RFID:

Not Included

Radio:

Wi-Fi + Bluetooth

$943.17

ZQ52-BUW0000-00

ZQ521 4" Mobile Printer, Dual Radio BT and WiFi, Linered Platen, Standard Battery Included.

Print Width:

4.09 in.

Platen Type:

Linered

RFID:

Not Included

Battery:

Standard Battery

Radio:

Wi-Fi + Bluetooth

$1020.33

ZQ52-BUW0300-00

ZQ521 4" Mobile Printer, Dual Radio BT and WiFi, RFID Encoder, Linered Platen, Standard Battery Included.

Print Width:

4.09 in.

Platen Type:

Linered

RFID:

RFID Encoder

Battery:

Standard Battery

Radio:

Wi-Fi + Bluetooth

$1928.09

ZQ52-BUW0020-00

ZQ521 4" Mobile Printer, Dual Radio BT and WiFi, Linered Platen, Extended Battery Included.

Print Width:

4.09 in.

Battery:

Extended Battery

Platen Type:

Linered

RFID:

Not Included

Radio:

Wi-Fi + Bluetooth

$1056.64

ZQ52-BUE1000-00

ZQ521 4" Mobile Printer, Bluetooth Radio, Linerless Platen, Standard Battery Included.

Print Width:

4.09 in.

Radio:

Bluetooth

Platen Type:

Linerless

RFID:

Not Included

Battery:

Standard Battery

$961.33

ZQ52-BUE0010-00

ZQ521 4" Mobile Printer, Bluetooth Radio, Linered Platen, Order Battery Separately.

Print Width:

4.09 in.

Radio:

Bluetooth

Platen Type:

Linered

Battery:

Not Included

RFID:

Not Included

$793.39

ZQ52-BUE0000-00

ZQ521 4" Mobile Printer, Bluetooth Radio, Linered Platen, Standard Battery Included.

Print Width:

4.09 in.

Radio:

Bluetooth

Platen Type:

Linered

RFID:

Not Included

Battery:

Standard Battery

$870.55

ZQ51-BUW0300-00

ZQ511 3" Mobile Printer, Dual Radio BT and WiFi, RFID Encoder, Linered Platen, Standard Battery Included

Print Width:

2.83 in.

Platen Type:

Linered

RFID:

RFID Encoder

Battery:

Standard Battery

Radio:

Wi-Fi + Bluetooth

$1681.98

ZQ52-BUW1000-00

ZQ521 4" Mobile Printer, Dual Radio BT and WiFi, Linerless Platen, Standard Battery Included.

Print Width:

4.09 in.

Platen Type:

Linerless

RFID:

Not Included

Battery:

Standard Battery

Radio:

Wi-Fi + Bluetooth

$1111.11

ZQ51-BUW0010-00

ZQ511 3" Mobile Printer, Dual Radio BT and WiFi, Linered Platen, Order Battery Separately.

Print Width:

2.83 in.

Platen Type:

Linered

Battery:

Not Included

RFID:

Not Included

Radio:

Wi-Fi + Bluetooth

$669.47

ZQ51-BUE0010-00

ZQ511 3" Mobile Printer, Bluetooth Radio, Linered Platen, Order Battery Separately.

Print Width:

2.83 in.

Radio:

Bluetooth

Platen Type:

Linered

Battery:

Not Included

RFID:

Not Included

$525.46

Shop ZQ511/ZQ521 Accessories

SAC-MPP-1BCHGUS1-01

1 slot battery charger for ZQ600, QLn and ZQ500 Series and US power cord

$181.75

BTRY-MPP-34MA1-01

Spare smart battery for Zebra ZQ511, ZQ521, ZQ610 and ZQ620 mobile printers (ground shipping required)

$163.45

Z1AE-ZQ5X1-3C0

3-Year Comprehensive Coverage for Zebra ZQ511/ZQ521 Mobile Printers. Includes Accidental Damage and Issues Caused By Wear & Tear. 3 Business Day Repair Depot Turnaround. Can Be Added Up to 30 Days After Product Purchase.

$219.51

P1031365-024

Zebra Mobile Printer AC Adapter Kit. Compatible with ZQ510, ZQ511, ZQ520, ZQ521, ZQ610, ZQ620, ZQ630, ZQLn220, QLn320 and QLn420 Mobile Printers. Printer Not Included.

$96.68

BTRY-MPP-EXT1-01

Extended 6500 mAh smart battery for Zebra ZQ511, ZQ521, ZQ610 and ZQ620 mobile printers

$245.89

P1099875-059

Kit, Battery Charging, Cradle Cup; ZQ600/ZQ600 Plus, QLn and ZQ500 Series

$22.42

P1063406-061

ZQ500, KIT, Acc Battery Eliminator Cradle with USB lock,

$314.51

P1063406-062

KIT, Acc Vehicle Cradle with USB lock, ZQ500 Series

$188.20

SAC-MPP-6BCHUS1-01

Two 3 slot battery chargers (charges 6 batteries) with power supply and Y cable; ZQ600, QLn or ZQ500. US power cord included

$796.61

P1031359

QLN220, KIT, ACC, CHARGER, LIGHTER PLUG, VEHICLE ADAPTOR MOBILE

$64.46

P1063406-027

ZQ500, KIT, Acc 4-BAY Power Station, US (type A) Cord,

$438.25

CHG-MPP-BEPSAC2-01

KIT, AC Power Eliminator Cable Reversed

$246.10

P1063406-038

ZQ510, KIT, Acc Soft Case,

$95.39

P1063406-043

ZQ510, KIT, Acc Exoskeleton Case with Shoulder Strap,

$188.20

P1063406-044

ZQ520, KIT, Acc Exoskeleton Case with Shoulder Strap,

$188.20

BT16899-1

QL220, QL320, QL420, QL and RW Series 8 Hand Strap

$20.62

P1051921

QL, RW, P4T, ZQ510, ZQ520, KIT, ACC SHOULDER STRAP

$15.75

P1063406-035

ZQ500, KIT, Acc Rugged Shoulder Strap with Metal Clips, 56 inch

$50.27

P1063406-037

ZQ520, KIT, Acc Soft Case,

$108.28

P1063406-039

ZQ510, KIT, Acc 2-roll Media Storage Case

$32.22

P1063406-040

ZQ500, KIT, Acc Belt Clip, (Set of 5)

$38.67

P1063406-041

ZQ500, KIT, Acc D-Ring Adapter Belt Attachment Strap,

$25.78

P1050667-142

Kit, Accessory, Power Adapter for Mobile Battery Eliminator, 12~48V, open ended, New Resistor

$190.78

P1063406-031

ZQ500, KIT, Acc DC-DC vehicle adapter, CIG, 12~24V

$63.17

P1063406-133

Kit, Accessory Power Adapter for Mobile Battery Eliminator, 12~48V, Cigarette Lighter, New Resistor

$190.78

VAM-MPP-VHCH1-01

ZQ500, ZQ600, QLN, TC7X Vehicle adapter; includes open ended and cigarette lighter adapter cables

$217.86

AK18913-003

Cable, Li-Ion DC/DC 15 - 60 VDC adapter (for use with forklifts)

$122.47

P1063406-030

ZQ500, QLN, KIT, Acc DC-DC vehicle adapter, open ended, 12~24V,

$63.17

P1063406-049

ZQ500, KIT, Acc Type-A USB to Serial DB9 Cable,

$73.48

P1063406-146

Kit, Accessory Micro,USB,B to USB,A,Plug, 3.5M, ZQ500 Series, w/20AWG Wires

$30.93

P1063406-034

ZQ500, KIT, Acc Convert Cable, 6 inch,

$12.90

P1063406-045

ZQ500, KIT, Acc Micro,USB,B, to,USB,A,Plug,1.8M,

$30.93

P1063406-047

ZQ500, KIT, Acc Micro,USB,A to USB,A, Rec.

$12.90

CHG-MPP-BEPSAC1-2

KIT, AC Power Supply, Mobile Battery Eliminator, Dummy Battery Pack

$255.94

P1063406-032

ZQ500, KIT, Acc Mobile Battery Eliminator, Dummy Battery Pack

$128.90

46693

PWRCORD 79IN DTCHBL

$20.31

P1063406-026

ZQ500, KIT, Acc Swivel Lock Adapter,

$25.78

P1063406-025

ZQ500, KIT, Acc Media Disk Support,12.5mm,(Set of 3)

$25.78

AK17463-002

RW420, RAM MOUNT VEHICLE CRADLE

$125.04

P1063406-042

ZQ500, KIT, Acc RAM Arm Mounting Plate,

$25.78

KIT-MPP-MD2SPR3-01

Acc Kit, discs to support media with 3/8"(9.5mm) core in the ZQ500 series. Set of 3

$32.22