Zebra ZC10L PVC Cardprinter

The Zebra ZC10L does not need to be refilled often. A connection via USB 2.0 or Ethernet is also easily established. Zebra provides a warranty of 2 years of 20,000 cards on the printer, whichever comes first.

• Zebra ZC10L is the only large-format direct-to-card printer capable of producing full edge-to-edge color cards in a single print pass—no pre-printed stock required 

• Tailored especially for hospitality and event environments, it supports oversized cards and VIP badges printed on demand with personalized designs

Print Quality & Card Format

• 300 dpi dye-sublimation print engine delivers photo-quality output with vibrant colors, crisp text, and detailed graphics

• Supports larger PVC cards up to approx. 140 x 88 mm (5.5″ x 3.46″)—great for readability and branding at a glance

Speed & Capacity

• Prints up to 195 cards per hour in full-color (YMCO); 360–410 cph in monochrome black ribbon mode

• Feeder capacity: up to 200–250 cards; Output hopper: 70 cards; some versions include a reject tray for misprints

Connectivity & Operation

• Standard connection via USB 2.0, with optional Ethernet print server support for networked deployments

• User-friendly panel with multi-status LEDs and simplified operator interface; plug-and-play driver recognition for ribbons

Software & Supplies

• Comes with Zebra CardStudio design Software for card layout creation—text, barcodes, images, logos, and guest photos can be added on demand

• Supplies designed as matched ribbon and card kits (e.g. 400-card + ribbon YMCO kits) to eliminate mismatches and reduce waste

Limitations

• The ZC10L only supports single-sided printing. Dual-sided cards are not automatic; you must manually flip cards to print the reverse side

• No built-in lamination or encoding modules; for those functions, consider other models like Avansia or higher-end Evolis units.

Technical Summary

Best Use Cases

Perfect for high-volume event badge printing, guest passes, concert or conference accreditation, and VIP credentials—especially where on-demand edge-to-edge custom printing is needed. The large card format enhances visibility and security for identification staff