Description
The Zebra ZD421C [ZD4A042-C0PM00EZ] is a genuine Zebra 203 dpi thermal transfer cartridge label printer for product labels, stock identification and barcodes. USB connects it directly to a compatible workstation.
The cartridge version uses 74 m ribbon cartridges, not loose 74 m or 300 m ribbon rolls. BLE 5 is available for Zebra's printer setup app only and is not an ordinary Bluetooth printing interface.
- ✔ 203 dpi resolution
- ✔ 74 m ribbon cartridge loading
- ✔ USB 2.0 and USB Host
- ✔ Print speeds up to 152 mm per second
- ✔ Maximum printable width of 104 mm
- ✔ Media widths from 15 to 118 mm
- ✔ Movable media sensor
- ✔ Five status icons and three control buttons
Value for Your Business
Choose this version for a dedicated USB workstation where staff need straightforward ribbon replacement. It provides cartridge convenience without an included network interface. Use the Ethernet version when a wired network connection is required.
Key Features
- Cartridge system avoids threading loose ribbon rolls.
- USB offers a direct connection to supported label software.
- Movable media sensor supports compatible gap and black mark formats.
- Zebra Link OS with ZPL II and EPL2 support.
- Ethernet and WiFi require separate hardware or a different configuration.
Compatibility and Media
Select ZD421C compatible 74 m ribbon cartridges and matching thermal transfer label stock. Media width is 15 to 118 mm including backing; the printed area is limited to 104 mm. Maximum media roll outside diameter is 127 mm. Confirm the label material, roll core and application settings before ordering supplies.
Compare Related Zebra Printers
For networking, see the ZD421C 203 dpi Ethernet version. For smaller text and finer detail, compare the ZD421C 300 dpi USB version. For a loose ribbon roll system, choose the ZD421T 203 dpi USB version.
Product Specifications
| Brand and model | Zebra ZD421C |
|---|---|
| MPN | ZD4A042-C0PM00EZ |
| Condition | New, genuine Zebra |
| Print method | Thermal transfer ribbon cartridge |
| Resolution and maximum speed | 203 dpi; 152 mm per second |
| Maximum print width | 104 mm |
| Connections | USB 2.0, USB Host; BLE 5 for setup only |
| Memory | 512 MB Flash; 256 MB SDRAM |
| Media | 15 to 118 mm wide; maximum 127 mm roll outside diameter |
| Ribbon system | 74 m cartridge |
Ideal For
- Retail product and price labels
- Inventory identification
- USB workstations using cartridge ribbon supplies
What's Included?
- Zebra ZD421C printer, part number ZD4A042-C0PM00EZ
- Power supply, regional power cord and USB cable
- Printer documentation
Compatible labels and ribbon cartridges are sold separately.
Why Buy From OzToner
- Australian owned business
- Fast Australia wide shipping
- Local customer support
- Competitive pricing
- Experienced printer and IT specialists
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this model use 300 m ribbons?
No. It uses 74 m ribbon cartridges.
Can a loose 74 m roll replace the cartridge?
No. Order a cartridge compatible with the ZD421C.
Does it support Bluetooth printing?
The included BLE 5 is for the Zebra setup app, not Bluetooth Classic printing.
Does it include Ethernet or WiFi?
No. This is the USB configuration.
Is this the 300 dpi version?
No. This part number prints at 203 dpi.
Will it work with my current labels?
Check material, width, core, sensing method and ribbon cartridge compatibility. Matching label size alone is not enough.

Last Updated: 07 October 2026
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Refund Policy
The OZ Toner Return Policy applies to all purchases made on this website.
We recommend you read our Returns Policy carefully prior to placing an order and retain a copy of these terms and your order so you are familiar with our policy on refunds, returns and exchanges and your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
We recommend you immediately examine goods delivered to you to ensure that there are no visible signs of damage or fault and that the goods received match the order you placed. Our exchange/return window is within 30 days of receiving your order. All incorrectly ordered or unwanted returns will incur a minimum 20% restocking fee.
Our Return Address
52A/5 Gladstone Rd, Castle Hill, NSW 2154
Exchange/Return (Consumables)
OZ Toner allows exchange/return within 30 days of receiving your order. This applies to consumable products purchased from us: inks, toners, printing and fax supplies and paper. Please scroll down to read our policy on exchange/return for scanners and printers.
If any consumable goods purchased from OZ Toner are damaged, lost in transit, incorrect or faulty, please contact us at support@oztoner.com with this information:
- Your order number
- Detailed description of the reason for return/exchange request
- Photo proof (if applicable).
For exchanges, the product/s must be in the original (new/unused) condition that you received it, in its original packaging. The customer is responsible for the postage fee to send the product/s back to us. OZ Toner will pay the postage to send the new product/s to the customer. All product/s sent back to us must use tracked post, we are not responsible for product/s lost in transit.
Exchange/Return (Hardware)
OZ Toner allows exchange/return within 30 days of receiving your order. This applies to hardware products purchased from us: scanners and printers.
If any hardware goods purchased from OZ Toner are damaged, lost in transit, incorrect or faulty, please contact us at support@oztoner.com with this information:
- Your order number
- Detailed description of the reason for return/exchange request
- Photo proof (if applicable).
Please ensure to contact us via email at support@oztoner.com before returning any items to obtain a Return Authorization Number. Return Authorizations are only valid for 14 days.
It is your obligation to pack returned products satisfactorily to prevent any damage to the items or boxes. You have a legal obligation to take reasonable care of the product/s while they are in your possession until they reach our warehouse.
When returning your purchase, we ask that you provide a Proof of Purchase (Order Confirmation Email) and where possible the product/s in original unopened packaging.
Once received back, we will issue a replacement or full/partial refund depending on actual case.
Change of Mind Returns
Please choose carefully as we do not provide a refund if you have simply changed your mind or made a wrong selection.
If you wish to exchange product/s which you have purchased in error, we will happily exchange provided that:
- You return the product/s within 30 days of purchase.
- You provide Proof of purchase (Your Order Confirmation Email)
- Product/s are unopened, unused and in its original packaging.
- A minimum of 20% restocking fee applies.
- You must bear the risk of return and is responsible for the costs of return postage.
- You must confirm the product/s are received and notify us before returning the product/s, the product/s being returned must satisfy all the return requirement stated above.
- The initial shipping fee charged, or any outbound postage incurred to ship to the customer will not be refunded or credited.
We reserve the right not to offer an exchange if the above requirements are not met.
Return shipping and costs are the responsibility of the customer. We recommend customers to send the item back with a tracked service. For high value products, the customer is also advised to use an insured shipping method.
Faulty or Damaged items
We provide refund or replacement on defective and damaged products.
You MUST contact us within 30 days of product/s being received and believed to be faulty. We will provide the contact information of manufacturer. Customer MUST contact manufacturer to request return authorization letter / DOA letter. Once we received the RA letter or DOA letter from the customer, we will initiate the return process and send customer our return instruction. When the goods are returned to us, we will offer either refund or replacement for the customer.
Items with Manufacturer Warranty:
Buyers must contact manufacturer of the item for all the warranty service within the warranty period. We will provide contact details of the manufacturer to the buyer. We have no other responsibility (including DOA) for items covered with manufacturer warranty.
Items with Onsite Manufacturer Warranty:
Buyers must contact manufacturer of the item for all the on-site warranty service within the warranty period. We will provide contact details of the manufacturer to the buyer. We have no other responsibility (including DOA) for items covered with manufacturer warranty.
Items with Return to Base Warranty:
Buyers are responsible to send back the faulty item to us. Items with valid warranty within the warranty period will be replaced with fully functional unit after checking. Please allow up to 2 weeks for replacement. We have no guarantee on product compatibility with buyers own equipment unless specified on the item listing.
Any other issues and queries, customers are welcome to send us message and email to discuss further.
Refund Conditions
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Refunds are only issued under certain circumstances, such as:
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DOA products where no exchange/replacement is possible
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Incorrect supply where the proper model cannot be provided
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Approved cases where neither replacement nor upsell option is available
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All refunds must be pre-approved by OzToner.au management before processing.
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Refunds are made via the original payment method and typically processed within 7 business days after approval.
Delivery Charges
Any product/s replaced under the Returns Policy due to being damaged, faulty or incorrect will be delivered to you free of charge.
Any returns due to you changing your mind about your purchase will incur a re-delivery fee.
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Under the Australian Consumer Law, you have Consumer Guarantees for Goods and Services You purchase. Our product/s come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the product/s repaired or replaced if the product/s fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
Where you believe an item is faulty, you must contact manufacturer to for it to be assessed within a reasonable period of time, and you must request return authorization letter from the manufacturer if the item is confirmed faulty. If there is a major failure with the item, and you have forwarded the return authorization letter granted by manufacturer to us, you may choose a refund or exchange. If the failure is minor, manufacturer will honor the warranty and repair the item for you within a reasonable time.
Where an item is damaged through misuse or abnormal use, OZ Toner cannot provide a refund, exchange or repair, whether the fault is identified by OZ Toner, the manufacturer or their service agent.
OZ Toner will require satisfactory proof of purchase before providing a remedy under the Australian Consumer Law.
For further information about the Australian Consumer Law and Consumer Guarantees, visit www.consumerlaw.gov.au.

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