Zebra Z-Select 2000D 51 x 25 mm Direct Thermal Labels — Industrial Rolls
Direct thermal — no ribbon51 x 25 mm76 mm core · industrial10 rolls per box
The Zebra Z-Select 2000D 880154-025 is a premium direct thermal matte paper label measuring 51 x 25 mm, with a general-purpose permanent adhesive on a 76 mm core, made for Zebra industrial printers producing high volumes of small product, price, shelf-edge and sample labels.
Z-Select materials carry a protective top-coat. Compared with an uncoated material such as Z-Perform, Zebra states this gives excellent print quality and definition, faster print speeds, improved printhead life and resistance to moisture, oils and other environmental factors.
The adhesive has excellent low-temperature resistance, which is why Zebra recommends it for chiller and freezer applications as well as retail and warehouse labelling.
Before you order: Direct thermal media: no ribbon, so set the printer to direct thermal mode. The 76 mm core and large roll diameter are for Zebra industrial printers — these rolls will not fit desktop printers.
What's in the Box
- 10 rolls of Zebra Z-Select 2000D 51 x 25 mm labels
- Labels wound on a 76 mm core, roll diameter approx. 193 mm (7.59 in)
- No ribbon — none is needed for direct thermal printing
What It Means in Practice
- Large industrial rolls of a small label mean very long runs between roll changes on busy lines.
- The top-coat protects the printhead and the image, so it handles chilled, oily or slightly damp products better than uncoated direct thermal paper.
- At 51 x 25 mm the label takes a small barcode with a price or code — typical for products, shelf edges and samples.
- Like all direct thermal media it reacts to heat and sunlight over time; Zebra does not recommend it for long-term sunlight or extreme heat.
What Will Not Work
- Zebra desktop printers (GK420, ZD421, ZD621 and similar) — the 76 mm core is for industrial printers.
- Printing with a ribbon: it is not needed and adds no durability on direct thermal paper.
- Long-term outdoor use, sunlight or extreme heat.
- Laser or inkjet office printers.
Key Features
Protective top-coat
Better print definition, faster print speeds and longer printhead life than uncoated direct thermal paper.
Low-temperature adhesive
Excellent low-temperature resistance for chiller and freezer applications.
Food-contact adhesive
Complies with EC 1935/2004, EU 10/2011 and BfR XXI for dry and moist, non-fatty foods, and FDA 175.105 for dry food.
Technical Specifications
| Identification |
| Part Number |
880154-025 |
| Brand |
Zebra |
| Material |
Z-Select 2000D (premium top-coated direct thermal paper) |
| Label |
| Label size |
51 x 25 mm (2 x 1 in) |
| Print method |
Direct thermal (no ribbon) |
| Face material |
Top-coated matte paper, white |
| Adhesive |
Permanent, general purpose, low-temperature resistant |
| Roll & Pack |
| Core |
76 mm |
| Roll outer diameter |
approx. 193 mm (7.59 in) |
| Rolls per box |
10 |
| Compatibility |
| Printer type |
Zebra industrial printers (direct thermal mode) |
| Zebra-listed models |
ZT111, ZT200 series (ZT210, ZT211, ZT220, ZT230, ZT231), ZT400 series (ZT410, ZT411, ZT420, ZT421), ZT510, ZT600 series (ZT610, ZT620), 220Xi4, ZE500 / ZE511 / ZE521 print engines (incl. RFID variants) |
| Recommended use |
Shelf-edge, product and price labels, chiller and freezer, healthcare samples, shipping and warehouse, box and pallet |
| 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-Select 2000D is direct thermal; remove the ribbon and select direct thermal mode in the printer settings.
Can I use it in a freezer?
Zebra recommends Z-Select 2000D for chiller and freezer applications thanks to the low-temperature resistance of its adhesive.
Why pay more than Z-Perform?
The top-coat improves print sharpness and speed, extends printhead life and adds resistance to moisture and oils — worth it on high-volume lines and cold-chain products.
Singular Expert Insight · Buyer's Guide
Z-Select 2000D is the step up from economy direct thermal paper: same no-ribbon convenience, but a protective top-coat that keeps barcodes crisp on chilled, oily or handled products and is kinder to the printhead. These 76 mm-core rolls are made for industrial printers running long shifts. Browse our
Zebra labels and receipt rolls for desktop roll sizes.
✓ Buy it if you run a Zebra industrial printer and print small product, price or cold-chain labels without a ribbon.
✕ Skip it if you have a desktop printer, or the labels must last outdoors or for years.
→ Also consider Zebra Z-Perform 1000D for lower cost indoor labels, or PolyE 3100T synthetic thermal transfer labels for water and tear resistance.
Not sure it fits? Send us your printer model and the label size you print today, and we will confirm the roll, core, ribbon and quantity before you order.