GOOD
Wax
General-purpose printing
Explore Wax Ribbons →Economical performance for common paper labels and everyday barcode applications.
- Shipping and receiving
- Inventory and warehouse labels
- High print speeds
- Best with uncoated and coated paper
THERMAL TRANSFER RIBBONS
The right ribbon for clean printing and dependable durability.
We help match wax, wax/resin and resin ribbon formulations to your printer, label material and performance requirements.
RIBBON FORMULATIONS
Choose the performance level your application requires.
Ribbon selection depends on the label face stock, printer, print speed, darkness settings and expected exposure.
BETTER
Wax/Resin
Balanced durability
Explore Wax/Resin Ribbons →Improved resistance to smudging, scratching and handling across paper and many synthetic materials.
- Product identification
- Healthcare and laboratory use
- Moderate abrasion resistance
- Versatile material compatibility
BEST
Resin
Maximum durability
Explore Resin Ribbons →High-performance printing for synthetic labels exposed to chemicals, heat, abrasion or outdoor conditions.
- Asset and electronics labels
- Chemical and drum labeling
- Outdoor and harsh environments
- High image permanence
PRINTER COMPATIBILITY
Sized and wound for your printer.
A correct ribbon requires more than the right chemistry. Width, length, core size, ink side and winding direction must also match the printer.
We can help identify compatible ribbons for desktop, midrange and industrial thermal transfer printers from major manufacturers.
Printer make and modelDetermines ribbon dimensions and winding
Ribbon width and lengthShould cover the label without unnecessary waste
Ink sideCoated side in or coated side out
Label materialPaper, polypropylene, polyester or specialty stock
Performance requirementSmudge, scratch, chemical, heat and weather resistance
NOT SURE WHICH RIBBON YOU NEED?
Send us your printer model and current label material.
We will help narrow the formulation and dimensions before you place an order.