Zebra Z-Band Direct Adult Wristbands 25.4 x 279.4 mm
Patient ID wristband25.4 x 279.4 mm (1 x 11 in)Direct thermal · no ribbon6 rolls x 200
The Zebra Z-Band Direct 10005008 is a white adult wristband measuring 25.4 x 279.4 mm (1 x 11 in), made of direct thermal polypropylene with a tamper-evident adhesive closure, supplied on 25.4 mm-core rolls of 200 for Zebra desktop printers — for patient identification in hospitals and clinics.
Printed on demand with the patient’s name, ID and barcode, it replaces handwritten bands and supports positive patient identification at the bedside. Zebra states that it helps meet patient-ID safety goals, removes the risk of patient data left on used ribbons, and helps prevent medication and blood transfusion errors.
The band is latex-free, waterproof and resistant to smearing, abrasion, alcohol, mild cleaners and hand sanitisers, so the barcode stays scannable through washing and daily care.
Before you order: Direct thermal media: no ribbon, so the printer must be in direct thermal mode. Rolls use black-mark sensing on a 25.4 mm core — make sure the printer’s media sensor is set to black mark when you load them.
What's in the Box
- 6 rolls of Zebra Z-Band Direct adult wristbands (1,200 wristbands per box)
- 200 wristbands per roll, 25.4 x 279.4 mm each
- Rolls on a 25.4 mm core, roll diameter approx. 114 mm (4.49 in)
- No ribbon — none is needed for direct thermal printing
What It Means in Practice
- Print the band at admission and fasten it with the built-in adhesive closure; any attempt to remove it is evident.
- No ribbon means no patient data left behind on used ribbons — a privacy advantage over thermal transfer wristbands.
- Waterproof polypropylene and a durable image keep the barcode readable through showers, hand sanitiser and cleaning.
- Adult 1 inch width; for infants or children Zebra offers separate Z-Band sizes — do not order this one for neonatal use.
What Will Not Work
- Infant or paediatric wrists — this is the adult size; choose a Z-Band infant or child band.
- Thermal transfer-only printing with a ribbon — Z-Band Direct is direct thermal.
- Cartridge-based wristband printers such as the HC100 — these are rolls for desktop label printers.
- Laser or inkjet office printers.
Key Features
Tamper-evident closure
Permanent adhesive closure shows if the band has been removed or tampered with.
Durable direct thermal image
Superior image durability and tensile strength; resistant to smearing, abrasion, alcohol, mild cleaners and hand sanitisers.
Latex-free and waterproof
Comfortable, latex-free polypropylene that tolerates water.
Supports patient safety goals
Helps meet patient-ID safety goals and prevent medication and transfusion errors.
Technical Specifications
| Identification |
| Part Number |
10005008 |
| Brand |
Zebra |
| Material |
Z-Band Direct (direct thermal polypropylene wristband) |
| Wristband |
| Wristband size |
25.4 x 279.4 mm (1 x 11 in), adult |
| Print method |
Direct thermal (no ribbon) |
| Material |
Coated polypropylene, white |
| Closure |
Permanent adhesive, tamper-evident |
| Sensing |
Black mark |
| Roll & Pack |
| Core |
25.4 mm |
| Roll outer diameter |
approx. 114 mm (4.49 in) |
| Rolls per box |
6 |
| Wristbands per roll |
200 |
| Compatibility |
| Printer type |
Zebra desktop direct thermal printers, including healthcare (-HC) models |
| Zebra-listed models |
GK420d, GC420d, GX420d, GT800, ZD220, ZD230, ZD410, ZD411d / ZD411d-HC, ZD421d / ZD421d-HC, ZD611d / -HC, ZD621d / -HC, ZD888d |
| Recommended use |
Hospital and clinic patient identification (adult) |
| Warranty |
| Warranty |
1-Year Warranty (Singular) |
| Manufacturer Term |
Zebra supplies limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, per Zebra terms — claims handled through Singular |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a ribbon?
No. Z-Band Direct is direct thermal — the printer heats the band directly, so no ribbon and no patient data on used ribbons.
Will it run on a 2-inch printer?
Yes. At 25.4 mm wide the band fits 2-inch models such as the ZD411d-HC as well as 4-inch desktop printers listed by Zebra.
Is this band suitable for babies?
No. This is the 1 inch adult band. Zebra makes separate infant and child Z-Band sizes; ask us and we will source the right one.
Singular Expert Insight · Buyer's Guide
For hospitals moving from handwritten bands to barcode patient ID, Z-Band Direct is the simplest route: no ribbon, no data left on ribbons, and a waterproof band that survives sanitiser and washing. Pair it with a healthcare (-HC) desktop printer for disinfectant-ready housings. Browse our
Zebra labels and receipt rolls for related healthcare supplies.
✓ Buy it if you print adult patient ID wristbands on a Zebra desktop direct thermal printer and want ribbon-free, tamper-evident bands.
✕ Skip it if you need infant or child sizes, colour-coded stripes, or bands for a cartridge-based printer.
→ Also consider Z-Band infant and child wristbands, or striped Z-Band Direct versions for colour-coded alerts.
Not sure which band fits your printer or ward? Send us the printer model and the patient group, and we will confirm the right Z-Band before you order.