WAX RIBBONS
Economical thermal transfer printing for everyday applications.
Wax ribbons are the most common general-purpose thermal transfer formulation. They offer excellent barcode quality and high print speeds on many paper label materials while keeping consumable costs under control.
WHY CHOOSE IT
Designed around the way your labels need to perform.
Selecting the right construction is about more than size. Print method, material, adhesive, environment and expected service life all affect the final result.
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Cost-effective performance for general-purpose barcode printing.
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Excellent print density on many coated and uncoated papers.
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Well suited for higher print speeds.
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Available in sizes and windings for major thermal transfer printers.
COMMON APPLICATIONS
Where wax thermal transfer ribbons are commonly used.
Shipping and receiving
Warehouse inventory
Retail product identification
Work-in-process labeling
General logistics
Indoor barcode applications
MATERIALS & OPTIONS
Available constructions
- Uncoated paper labels
- Coated paper labels
- Vellum and general-purpose thermal transfer papers
SELECTION CHECKLIST
What we will want to know
- Printer make and model
- Ribbon width, length and core size
- Coated side in or coated side out winding
- Label face stock and coating
- Required resistance to smudging and handling
INDUSTRIES
Common markets
WarehousingDistributionRetailManufacturingTransportationGeneral Logistics
RELATED PRODUCTS
Complete the labeling system.
NEED HELP SELECTING THE RIGHT PRODUCT?
Request a Wax Ribbon QuoteTell us about your printer and application.
We can help narrow the material, adhesive, dimensions or ribbon formulation before you place an order.