Zebra Z-Perform 1000D 76 x 51 mm Direct Thermal Paper Labels — 12 Rolls, 25 mm Core
Desktop printers76 x 51 mm1,370 labels per roll12 rolls per box
The Zebra 800283-205 is a box of 12 Z-Perform 1000D direct thermal paper label rolls, 76 x 51 mm per label on a 25 mm core, made for Zebra desktop printers that print shipping, picking, shelf-edge and product labels without a ribbon.
Z-Perform 1000D is Zebra's economy direct thermal material: a smooth uncoated paper face with a general-purpose permanent acrylic adhesive that sticks well to cardboard, plastic film and most packaging. It is the label you use for short-life, indoor jobs where cost per label matters more than durability.
Before you order: This is a 25 mm core desktop roll. It will not fit Zebra industrial printers that need 76 mm cores.
What's in the Box
- 12 rolls of Zebra Z-Perform 1000D labels, 76 x 51 mm, white
- 1,370 labels per roll (16,440 labels per box)
- 25 mm cardboard core per roll, perforated between labels
- No ribbon — direct thermal media does not use one
What It Means in Practice
- Direct thermal means the printer darkens the heat-sensitive paper itself, so you only change label rolls, never ribbons — fewer consumables and less downtime.
- The 25 mm core and roll size suit Zebra desktop printers such as the ZD421d, ZD621d, ZD411d, GK420d and GC420d; these load the roll inside the printer cover.
- The adhesive meets FDA 175.105 for direct contact with dry foodstuffs (or separated by a functional barrier), so the labels can go on dry food packaging.
- Typical jobs Zebra recommends: indoor general-purpose labels, shipping and packaging labels, warehouse picking and receiving, retail shelf-edge and price labels, and product identification.
- Perforation between labels lets you tear off single labels cleanly for manual application.
What Will Not Work
- Thermal transfer-only printers or printing with a ribbon: direct thermal media is designed to be printed without ribbon.
- Industrial printers that expect 76 mm cores (ZT and ZE series): the 25 mm core is meant for desktop models.
- Long-term labelling, outdoor use, exposure to sunlight, extreme heat, moisture or abrasion: Zebra rates Z-Perform 1000D with limited resistance — choose a synthetic or thermal transfer label instead.
- High-speed printing applications and application on PVC surfaces, which Zebra does not recommend for this material.
- Laser or inkjet office printers: this is roll media for thermal label printers only.
Key Features
No ribbon needed
Direct thermal printing keeps running costs low and setup simple — load the roll and print.
Permanent acrylic adhesive
Good adhesion to a wide variety of surfaces, including corrugated cardboard and most packaging films.
Food-contact adhesive
Adhesive complies with FDA 175.105 for direct contact with dry foodstuffs or behind a functional barrier.
Genuine Zebra media
Made and tested by Zebra for its own printers, with consistent sensing and print darkness across rolls.
Technical Specifications
| Identification |
| Part Number |
800283-205 |
| Brand |
Zebra |
| Product Line |
Z-Perform 1000D |
| Material |
| Facestock |
Uncoated smooth white direct thermal paper |
| Adhesive |
Permanent acrylic, general purpose |
| Print Technology |
Direct thermal (no ribbon) |
| Food Contact |
Adhesive meets FDA 175.105 (dry foodstuffs or functional barrier) |
| Dimensions and Pack |
| Label Size |
76 x 51 mm (3 x 2 in) |
| Labels per Roll |
1,370 |
| Rolls per Box |
12 |
| Core Diameter |
25 mm |
| Max Roll Outer Diameter |
4.97 in (approx. 126 mm) |
| Perforation |
Yes |
| Compatibility |
| Printer Class |
Desktop |
| Compatible Zebra Printers |
GC420d/t, GK420d/t, GT800, GX420d/t, GX430t, ZD120d, ZD220/ZD220t, ZD230/ZD230t/ZD230DA, ZD411d/t (incl. HC), ZD421c/d/t (incl. HC), ZD621d/t/R (incl. HC), ZD888d/t/DA, ZP888d |
| Warranty |
| Warranty |
1-Year Warranty (Singular) |
| Manufacturer Term |
12-month Zebra supplies warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, provided the recommended storage conditions are followed — claims handled through Singular |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a ribbon?
No. Z-Perform 1000D is direct thermal media — the image forms in the paper itself. If your printer has a ribbon installed, remove it or switch the printer to direct thermal mode.
How long will the print last?
Direct thermal paper is meant for short-life, indoor labels such as shipping and picking. Heat, sunlight and abrasion will fade or mark it; for labels that must last months, use a thermal transfer label with a ribbon.
Will it work in my thermal transfer "t" printer?
Yes, as long as the printer is switched to direct thermal mode and runs without a ribbon, and the core size and width fit. Most Zebra "t" models can print direct thermal.
Singular Expert Insight · Buyer's Guide
Z-Perform 1000D is the sensible default for high-volume shipping and warehouse labels when cost per label matters. The two things to get right are the core size (25 mm desktop vs 76 mm industrial) and making sure the job is short-life and indoor. Browse our
Zebra and thermal label range for other sizes, synthetic and thermal transfer options.
✓ Buy it if you run a Zebra desktop printer (ZD421d, ZD621d, GK420d, GC420d) and print shipping, picking or product labels at 76 x 51 mm.
✕ Skip it if your labels must survive heat, sunlight or months of handling — choose a thermal transfer label with a ribbon instead.
→ Also consider Z-Select 2000D for a higher-quality coated direct thermal face, or Z-Select 2000T with a ribbon for longer-life labels.
Not sure it fits? Tell us your printer model (and whether it is the direct thermal "d" or thermal transfer "t" version) and we will check core size, width and ribbon before you order.