Zebra · Color Single-function

ZC300 Professional Direct-to-Card ID Printer SKU ZC32-000C000US00

Mid-range dual-sided ID card printer at 140 color cards per hour with drop-in ribbon for SMB credentialing.

Print speed
140 ppm color
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Free delivery 24-hr quote turnaround Authorized Zebra reseller Lease or buy outright
In stock
Zebra
Authorized Zebra reseller Free shipping to 50 states 1-year manufacturer warranty Install guidance by phone 30-day return policy
Is this the right printer for you?

Who the ZC300 Professional Direct-to-Card ID Printer is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You print employee, student, or member ID cards in small to mid volume.
  • You print 50 to 500 cards per month.
  • You want dual-sided color and easy ribbon swaps.
  • You operate K-12 schools, gyms, or small healthcare practices.
  • You need Wi-Fi standard.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if your design includes magnetic stripe encoding.
  • It's fine if peak runs occasionally take 4 to 6 hours.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if you print over 1,000 cards per month — buy ZXP 7.
  • Skip this if you need HID iCLASS encoding — go ZXP 7 Pro.
  • Skip this if you only print single-sided cards — ZC100 is cheaper.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

Mid-range ID card printer that hits the price-performance sweet spot for most credentialing operations. The ZC300 prints 450 monochrome and 140 color cards per hour, with dual-sided option and Wi-Fi standard. Six-color drop-in ribbon cassette swaps in under 10 seconds — no fiddling with thread paths. Honest regret: at 140 color cards per hour, large badging events with 1,000+ cards still run for 7 hours straight.

Small businesses, K-12 schools, gyms, and small healthcare practices buy the ZC300 because it's the cheapest dual-sided color ID printer that doesn't feel cheap.

Print
Print technology Single-function
Print speed (mono) Up to 450 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 140 pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
Print resolution Up to 300 × 300 dpi
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Single-function
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type
Scan resolution (optical) Up to 300 × 300 dpi
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Recommended monthly volume 0 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
Connectivity
Physical & power
Form factor Label
Usage class Personal
Manufacturer Zebra
Model
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Zebra manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine OEM Supplies & Consumables
  • Genuine OEM toner cartridges designed for this model
  • Replacement drum units and maintenance kits
  • Certified high-yield or standard capacity options
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the ZC300 Professional Direct-to-Card ID Printer

The printer itself

ZC300 Professional Direct-to-Card ID Printer in original Zebra packaging. Label form factor, roughly 10.2 x 6.2 x 18.4 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Zebra quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Genuine OEM Supplies for the ZC300 Professional Direct-to-Card ID Printer

Need replacement toner or parts for your Zebra ? We supply certified genuine OEM consumables to keep your machine printing at peak performance and ensure your manufacturer warranty remains fully protected.

Whether you require standard-yield cartridges for light printing, high-yield options for a lower cost-per-page, or replacement drum units, we carry the full lineup of compatible supplies for this model.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

Standard Toner

Standard-Capacity Toner

Standard OEM toner cartridge, best for offices with lower monthly print volumes.

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High-Yield Toner

High-Capacity Toner BEST VALUE

High-yield OEM toner cartridge, delivering a lower cost-per-page for active offices.

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Drum / Kit

Drum Unit / Maintenance Kit

OEM-certified replacement components to restore original print quality and reliability.

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Free quote · no obligation

Get a quote on the ZC300 Professional Direct-to-Card ID Printer

Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

  • Real pricing, no runaround. Upfront monthly lease rate or outright price, plus shipping and any install add-ons itemized.
  • One business day turnaround. Quotes land in your inbox within 24 hours. Often faster.
  • No credit pull until you say yes. We don't ping your credit to give you a quote. Only if you sign.
  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

ZC300 Professional Direct-to-Card ID Printer, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (888) 574-5120 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

The ZC300 Professional Direct-to-Card ID Printer ships with a starter ribbon cartridge. The starter monochrome ribbon yields up to 2,000 cards, while the color ribbon (YMCKO) yields up to 300 cards. Replacement ribbons include high-yield options like the YMCKO (300 cards) and monochrome (2,000 cards). When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The ZC300 is a direct-to-card ID printer designed for printing color or monochrome ID cards (450 monochrome or 140 color cards per hour) with dual-sided and Wi-Fi capabilities. The ZD611 is a 2-inch wide thermal label printer (8 ppm equivalent) for narrow labels like wristbands or asset tags, supporting direct thermal and thermal transfer printing. The ZC300 uses ribbon cartridges for card printing, while the ZD611 uses thermal transfer ribbons or direct thermal media. For small offices needing ID cards, the ZC300 is ideal, while the ZD611 suits narrow-label applications.
Yes, the ZC300 is well-suited for small businesses, offering dual-sided color ID printing at 140 color or 450 monochrome cards per hour. Its compact design, Wi-Fi connectivity, and easy ribbon replacement make it ideal for credentialing in schools, gyms, or small healthcare practices. However, for large-scale badging events (1,000+ cards), its speed may be limiting. For higher-volume needs, consider commercial-grade options.
Yes, the ZC300 supports color printing using a six-color ribbon cassette, producing up to 140 color cards per hour. It also offers monochrome printing at 450 cards per hour. For businesses needing high-volume color ID cards, this printer is a cost-effective choice.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (888) 574-5120. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Zebra includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the ZC300 Professional Direct-to-Card ID Printer when purchased new from an authorized reseller. 1-800 Office Solutions is an authorized Zebra reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every ZC300 Professional Direct-to-Card ID Printer order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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