Description
Specifications
Download

Zebra Z-Essentials 500D

Images may not reflect the actual product
Product Image
small product image0

Economical direct thermal labels for high-volume, short-life jobs

Zebra Z-Essentials 500D is an economical, uncoated white paper label for high-volume shipping, product identification and work-in-process jobs. Its permanent acrylic adhesive suits short-life labeling in controlled indoor environments.

Zebra barcode label rolls

Key Specifications

  • Media: White, uncoated paper labels
  • Print method: Direct thermal; no ribbon
  • Adhesive: Permanent acrylic
  • Roll format: 1-inch core; 5-inch outside diameter
  • Label sizes (W × H): 4 × 2 or 4 × 6 inches
  • Separation: Perforated between labels
  • Application temperature: Above 40°F (4°C)
  • Service temperature: -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C) after proper application and dwell time
  • Warranty: 6 months, provided recommended storage conditions are followed

In the Box

  • 10041911-EA
    • One 4 × 6-inch roll; 450 labels
  • 10041911
    • Twelve 4 × 6-inch rolls
    • 450 labels per roll; 5,400 total
  • 10043290
    • Four 4 × 2-inch rolls
    • 1,298 labels per roll; 5,192 total

Features

Everyday indoor labeling

Print text, graphics and barcodes without a ribbon. These rolls require a direct thermal printer that accepts 4-inch-wide media, a 1-inch core and a 5-inch roll diameter.

Customization Available

Sizes and preprinted designs

Zebra offers custom sizes, shapes and preprinted text, graphics or colors for application-specific requirements.

RM Number
10040738RM
Facestock
White uncoated direct thermal paper; 3.0 mil
Adhesive
Permanent acrylic; 0.7 mil
Liner
40 lb semi-bleached kraft; 2.3 mil
Total Thickness
6.0 mil; tolerance ±10%
Environment
Indoor; cold-temperature compatible
Minimum Application Temperature
40°F (4°C); label surface and environment must be above this temperature during application.
Service Temperature Range
-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C), following correct application and appropriate dwell time (usually 24 hours).
Printers
Direct thermal; supplied rolls require support for 4-inch media width, 1-inch core and 5-inch maximum roll outside diameter.
Ribbons
Not required
Corrugate Adhesion
5 minutes: 9.5 oz/in; 24 hours: 5.9 oz/in
Steel Adhesion
5 minutes: 60.6 oz/in; 24 hours: 64.9 oz/in
Polycarbonate Adhesion
5 minutes: 48 oz/in; 24 hours: 63.8 oz/in
Polyethylene Adhesion
5 minutes: 12.6 oz/in; 24 hours: 13.2 oz/in
Chemical Resistance
Not recommended for blood, body fluid, salt water, water, window cleaner, alcohol, ammonia, bleach, IPA, gasoline, grease, oil, acetone, IR reflow, MEK, TCE or xylene.
Regulatory and Compliance
EC 1935/2004, EU 10/2011 and BfR Recommendation XIV: direct contact with dry and moist non-fatty foods. FDA 175.105: indirect contact with dry foods or separated by a functional barrier. BPA- and latex-free.
Recommended Storage Conditions
72°F (22°C), 50% relative humidity
Expected Life Span in Application
Indoor: 1 year or longer after proper application and dwell time (usually 24 hours); expected performance, not a warranted life span.
Sample Part Number
SAM10040738
Roll Format
1-inch core inside diameter; 5-inch roll outside diameter; perforations between labels.
Label Dimensions and Package
10041911: 4 × 6 inches, 450 labels/roll, 12 rolls/carton. 10043290: 4 × 2 inches, 1,298 labels/roll, 4 rolls/carton. POSGuys 10041911-EA: one 450-label roll.
Carton Weight
10041911 manufacturer carton: 32 lb; 10043290 manufacturer carton: 12 lb. Single-roll shipping weight is not specified by Zebra.
Applications
Shipping, cross docking, picking, receiving, work-in-process, product identification and eCommerce shipping labels
Warranty
6 months, provided recommended storage conditions are followed
Zebra ZipShip Supplies 2025
Download
Z-Essentials 500D Spec Sheet
Download
Suministros Certificados de Zebra — Guía de Selección
Download

Shop Z-Essentials 500D Models

10041911-EA

Single Roll - 4.00 "(W) x 6.00"(H) Z-Essentials 500D Labels, White with Perforation Between Labels, 450 Labels/Roll.

# Rolls:

1

Label Height:

6"

$38.90

10043290

(Case of 4 Rolls) 4.00 "(W) x 2.00"(H) Z-Essentials 500D Labels, White with Perforation Between Labels, 1,298 Labels/Roll.

Label Height:

2"

# Rolls:

4

$83.20

10041911

(Case of 12 Rolls) 4.00 "(W) x 6.00"(H) Z-Essentials 500D Labels, White with Perforation Between Labels, 450 Labels/Roll.

# Rolls:

12

Label Height:

6"

$226.88