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Thermal Transfer Ribbons

Thermal Transfer Ribbons

Marktec offers a variety of wax thermal transfer ribbons, wax-resin thermal transfer ribbons, and resin-based thermal transfer ribbons specifically designed for printing on our thermal transfer labels.

Our ribbons offer superior smudge and scratch resistance and unbeatable edge definition. Our ribbons have excellent bar code scannability. We also offer a variety of ribbon and label kits which perfectly match ribbons types and sizes with labels. We have included typical label dimensions to help you match your labels with the correct ribbon. To figure out how long of a thermal transfer ribbon you need to match with your labels, calculate the total length of your labels in feet and that will give you the length of ribbon that you need (assume an extra 10% for scrap). If you need help determining the correct ribbon, email our customer service department. We also offer sequential barcode printing services for your convenience, allowing you to only have to deal with the final printed product.

Customers can now order our thermal transfer ribbons by emailing our customer service department. Click here to send us an email.

Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbons – Datamax CSI (Coated Side In)

Ribbon Width (Inches) MTO*/Stock Ribbon Length (Feet / M) Ribbon P/N Rolls / Case Case Weight
1.57″ thermal transfer ribbon MTO 1,181′ / 360 DW1571181 48 17#
2.36″ thermal transfer ribbon Stock 1,181′ / 360 DW2361181 36 19#
3″ thermal transfer ribbon Stock 1,181′ / 360 DW3001181 36 24#
3.15″ thermal transfer ribbon Stock 1,181′ / 360 DW3151181 24 19#
3.27″ thermal transfer ribbon Stock 1,181′ / 360 DW3271181 24 19#
3.5″ thermal transfer ribbon Stock 1,181′ / 360 DW3501181 24 19#
4″ thermal transfer ribbon Stock 1,181′ / 360 DW4001181 24 21#
4.17″ thermal transfer ribbon Stock 1,181′ / 360 DW4171181 24 22#
4.33″ thermal transfer ribbon Stock 1,181′ / 360 DW4331181 24 23#
4.5″ thermal transfer ribbon MTO 1,181′ / 360 DW4501181 24 24#
5.12″ thermal transfer ribbon MTO 1,181′ / 360 DW5121181 24 27#
6″ thermal transfer ribbon MTO 1,181′ / 360 DW6001181 12 16#
6.5″ thermal transfer ribbon MTO 1,181′ / 360 DW6501181 12 17#
8.66″ thermal transfer ribbon MTO 1,181′ / 360 DW8661181 12 23#

*MTO = Made-To-Order

Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbons – Intermec 3400 CSO (Coated Side Out)

Ribbon Width (Inches) MTO*/Stock Ribbon Length (Feet / M) Ribbon P/N Rolls / Case Case Weight
4.09″ thermal transfer ribbon Stock 509′ / 155 IW409509 24 11#

Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbons – Sato CSI (Coated Side In)

Ribbon Width (Inches / MM) MTO*/Stock Ribbon Length (Feet / M) Ribbon P/N Rolls / Case Case Weight
1.57″ / 40 MTO 1,345′ / 410 SW1571345 48 20#
2.36″ / 60 MTO 1,345′ / 410 SW2361345 36 22#
3″ / 76.2 Stock 1,345′ / 410 SW3001345 24 18#
3.15″ / 80 Stock 1,345′ / 410 SW3151345 24 19#
3.27″ / 83 MTO 1,345′ / 410 SW3271345 24 20#
3.5″ / 89 MTO 1,345′ / 410 SW3501345 24 21#
4″ / 102 Stock 1,345′ / 410 SW4001345 24 24#
4.17″ / 106 Stock 1,345′ / 410 SW4171345 24 25#
4.33″ / 110 Stock 1,345′ / 410 SW4331345 24 26#
4.5″ / 114.3 MTO 1,345′ / 410 SW4501345 24 27#
5.12″ / 130 MTO 1,345′ / 410 SW5121345 24 30#
6″ / 152.4 MTO 1,345′ / 410 SW6001345 12 18#
6.5″ / 165.1 MTO 1,345′ / 410 SW6501345 12 20#

Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbons – Zebra CSO (Coated Side Out)

Ribbon Width (Inches / MM) MTO*/Stock Ribbon Length (Feet / M) Ribbon P/N Rolls / Case Case Weight
1.57″ / 40 MTO 1,476′ / 450 ZW1571476 48 21#
2.36″ / 60 Stock 1,476′ / 450 ZW2361476 36 23#
3″ / 76.2 Stock 1,476′ / 450 ZW3001476 24 20#
3.15″ / 80 Stock 1,476′ / 450 ZW3151476 24 21#
3.27″ / 83 Stock 1,476′ / 450 ZW3271476 24 22#
3.5″ / 89 MTO 1,476′ / 450 ZW3501476 24 23#
4″ / 102 Stock 1,476′ / 450 ZW4001476 24 26#
4.17″ / 106 Stock 1,476′ / 450 ZW4171476 24 27#
4.33″ / 110 Stock 1,476′ / 450 ZW4331476 24 28#
4.33″ / 110 Stock 984′ / 300 ZW433984 24 20#
4.5″ / 114.3 MTO 1,476′ / 450 ZW4501476 24 29#
5.12″ / 130 Stock 1,476′ / 450 ZW5121476 24 33#
6″ / 152.4 Stock 1,476′ / 450 ZW6001476 12 20#
6.5″ / 165.1 Stock 1,476′ / 450 ZW6501476 12 21#
8.66″ / 220 Stock 1,476′ / 450 ZW6501476 12 28#

Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbons – Zebra TLP 2844 / 3800 Series CSO (1/2″ Core)

Ribbon Width (Inches / MM) MTO*/Stock Ribbon Length (Feet / M) Ribbon P/N Rolls / Case Case Weight
4.33″ / 110 Stock 243′ / 74 EW433243 36 19#

*MTO = Made-To-Order

Thermal Transfer Label and Ribbon Kits

  • All label and ribbon kits are 4×6 perfed
  • No waste. Work with one box of products at a time instead of separate boxes
  • Label and ribbon types and sizes matched perfectly for best quality printing
  • Both label and ribbons will switch out at the same time for speedier printing transitions
  • One invoice / One shipping charge
Label W x L Ribbon W x L Part Number Printer R/F LPR/LPS RPC/SPC Number of Ribbons
4″ x 6″ 4.33″ x 984′ ZKITT46P Zebra Roll 965 4 2
4″ x 6″ 4.33″ x 984′ ZKITT46F Zebra Fanfold 1,930 2 2
4″ x 6″ 4.33″ x 1181′ DKITT46P Datamax Roll 1,150 4 2
4″ x 6″ 4.33″ x 1181′ DKITT46F Datamax Fanfold 2,300 2 2

Thermal Transfer Ribbons for Flexible Packaging

FLEX™ Thermal Transfer Ribbons are guaranteed to deliver superior print quality on the broadest number of materials. Engineered to exceed the performance specifications of the OEM brands, FLEX™ TTR has the Best-in-Class ribbon solution for all TTO printer lines, including: FlexPackPRO®, Videojet®, Bell-Mark®, Markem-Imaje®, Norwood®, Open Date®, Domino®, and more!

  • FLEX™ PREMIUM Near-Edge Wax-Resin Ribbon – The clear winner in its class, this premium “General Purpose” TTO ribbon is your high quality, cost-effective choice for traditional flexible packaging applications. Crisp text, codes and graphics with very good smudge and scratch resistance.
  • FLEX™ ULTRA Near-Edge Wax-Resin Ribbon –  Remarkably versatile, FLEX™ ULTRA prints clear, dark images on most coated, uncoated and film substrates while providing added resistance to smudging, scratching and less friendly environments. Extra protection at an affordable price.
  • FLEX™ SUPREME Near-Edge Resin Ribbon – When durability is critical, and exposure to heavy contact, solvents or harsh environments is of great concern, FLEX™ SUPREME is the answer. This special resin ink formulation provides a nearly indelible image on flexible packaging film, pharma grade pouches and synthetic labels.