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Zebra Z-Select 4000D
2.25 x 1.25 – Industrial
- Cost-effective everyday paper labeling
- Direct thermal printing with no ribbon required
- All-temp adhesive supports cold application
- Ideal for product ID, compliance, and WIP labeling
Product Details
Z-Select 4000D Direct Thermal Paper Labels
Reliable Everyday Labeling • Direct Thermal Simplicity • General Purpose Performance
Z-Select 4000D is a smooth coated direct thermal paper label designed for everyday product identification, compliance labeling, and work-in-process tracking where dependable print quality and cost efficiency are critical.
The permanent acrylic adhesive applies down to –20°F and adheres well to packaging surfaces. The material meets FDA requirements for indirect food contact.
With a service temperature range of –65°F to 140°F, Z-Select 4000D performs reliably in indoor logistics environments but offers limited resistance to moisture and abrasion and is not recommended for long-term outdoor use.
Key Features
- Smooth coated direct thermal paper facestock
- Permanent acrylic adhesive
- Print speeds up to 10 in/sec
- Application temperature down to –20°F
- Service temperature –65°F to 140°F
- FDA indirect food contact compliant
Ideal Applications
- Product identification labeling
- Compliance labeling
- Work-in-process tracking
- Food labeling
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FAQs: Z-Select 4000D Labels
1) Is Z-Select 4000D direct thermal?
Yes. It is a direct thermal paper label and requires no ribbon.
2) What is the application temperature?
–20°F.
3) What is the service temperature range?
–65°F to 140°F.
4) Is outdoor use recommended?
No. Not recommended for long-term outdoor exposure.
5) Does it resist moisture?
Limited moisture and abrasion resistance.
6) Is it FDA compliant?
Yes. FDA 175.105 indirect food contact compliant.
7) Can it be used for food labeling?
Yes, for indirect food contact applications.
8) What surfaces work best?
Common packaging and product identification surfaces.
9) What industries use this material?
Manufacturing, logistics, and distribution environments.
10) Is it good for high-volume labeling?
Yes. It is a cost-effective general-purpose labeling solution.
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Zebra Z-Select 4000D – FAQ’s
1. What is the Zebra Z-Select 4000D label used for?
The Zebra Z-Select 4000D label is designed for high-quality direct thermal labeling applications including shipping labels, product identification, compliance labeling, and warehouse inventory labels.
2. Is the Zebra Z-Select 4000D a direct thermal label?
Yes. The Z-Select 4000D is a direct thermal label, meaning it prints without a ribbon. The printer’s thermal printhead activates the label coating to produce barcodes and text.
3. What material is used in Zebra Z-Select 4000D labels?
These labels are made from premium top-coated direct thermal paper designed to provide sharp barcode printing and improved resistance to smudging and abrasion.
4. What type of adhesive does the Zebra Z-Select 4000D label use?
The label features a permanent acrylic adhesive that adheres securely to surfaces such as corrugated boxes, packaging materials, plastic containers, and product packaging.
5. How is Z-Select 4000D different from economy direct thermal labels?
Z-Select 4000D labels include a protective topcoat that improves resistance to moisture, oils, and abrasion compared with standard direct thermal labels.
6. What industries commonly use Zebra Z-Select 4000D labels?
These labels are commonly used in warehousing and logistics, retail product labeling, manufacturing operations, distribution centers, and shipping environments.
7. Are Z-Select 4000D labels suitable for cold storage environments?
Yes. Z-Select 4000D labels can be used in refrigerated environments depending on the adhesive configuration and application conditions.
8. Are Z-Select 4000D labels resistant to moisture or handling?
Yes. The top-coated facestock improves resistance to moisture, oils, and abrasion helping maintain barcode readability.
9. Are Z-Select 4000D labels suitable for outdoor use?
No. While they offer improved durability compared with economy paper labels, they are primarily intended for indoor labeling applications.
10. What printers are compatible with Zebra Z-Select 4000D labels?
These labels are designed for direct thermal barcode printers including Zebra desktop, mobile, and industrial printer models.
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