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*/StockRibbon Length (Feet / M)Ribbon P/NRolls / CaseCase Weight
1.57″ thermal transfer ribbonMTO1,181′ / 360DW15711814817#
2.36″ thermal transfer ribbonStock1,181′ / 360DW23611813619#
3″ thermal transfer ribbonStock1,181′ / 360DW30011813624#
3.15″ thermal transfer ribbonStock1,181′ / 360DW31511812419#
3.27″ thermal transfer ribbonStock1,181′ / 360DW32711812419#
3.5″ thermal transfer ribbonStock1,181′ / 360DW35011812419#
4″ thermal transfer ribbonStock1,181′ / 360DW40011812421#
4.17″ thermal transfer ribbonStock1,181′ / 360DW41711812422#
4.33″ thermal transfer ribbonStock1,181′ / 360DW43311812423#
4.5″ thermal transfer ribbonMTO1,181′ / 360DW45011812424#
5.12″ thermal transfer ribbonMTO1,181′ / 360DW51211812427#
6″ thermal transfer ribbonMTO1,181′ / 360DW60011811216#
6.5″ thermal transfer ribbonMTO1,181′ / 360DW65011811217#
8.66″ thermal transfer ribbonMTO1,181′ / 360DW86611811223#

*MTO = Made-To-Order

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

Ribbon Width (Inches)MTO*/StockRibbon Length (Feet / M)Ribbon P/NRolls / CaseCase Weight
4.09″ thermal transfer ribbonStock509′ / 155IW4095092411#

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

Ribbon Width (Inches / MM)MTO*/StockRibbon Length (Feet / M)Ribbon P/NRolls / CaseCase Weight
1.57″ / 40MTO1,345′ / 410SW15713454820#
2.36″ / 60MTO1,345′ / 410SW23613453622#
3″ / 76.2Stock1,345′ / 410SW30013452418#
3.15″ / 80Stock1,345′ / 410SW31513452419#
3.27″ / 83MTO1,345′ / 410SW32713452420#
3.5″ / 89MTO1,345′ / 410SW35013452421#
4″ / 102Stock1,345′ / 410SW40013452424#
4.17″ / 106Stock1,345′ / 410SW41713452425#
4.33″ / 110Stock1,345′ / 410SW43313452426#
4.5″ / 114.3MTO1,345′ / 410SW45013452427#
5.12″ / 130MTO1,345′ / 410SW51213452430#
6″ / 152.4MTO1,345′ / 410SW60013451218#
6.5″ / 165.1MTO1,345′ / 410SW65013451220#

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

Ribbon Width (Inches / MM)MTO*/StockRibbon Length (Feet / M)Ribbon P/NRolls / CaseCase Weight
1.57″ / 40MTO1,476′ / 450ZW15714764821#
2.36″ / 60Stock1,476′ / 450ZW23614763623#
3″ / 76.2Stock1,476′ / 450ZW30014762420#
3.15″ / 80Stock1,476′ / 450ZW31514762421#
3.27″ / 83Stock1,476′ / 450ZW32714762422#
3.5″ / 89MTO1,476′ / 450ZW35014762423#
4″ / 102Stock1,476′ / 450ZW40014762426#
4.17″ / 106Stock1,476′ / 450ZW41714762427#
4.33″ / 110Stock1,476′ / 450ZW43314762428#
4.33″ / 110Stock984′ / 300ZW4339842420#
4.5″ / 114.3MTO1,476′ / 450ZW45014762429#
5.12″ / 130Stock1,476′ / 450ZW51214762433#
6″ / 152.4Stock1,476′ / 450ZW60014761220#
6.5″ / 165.1Stock1,476′ / 450ZW65014761221#
8.66″ / 220Stock1,476′ / 450ZW65014761228#

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

Ribbon Width (Inches / MM)MTO*/StockRibbon Length (Feet / M)Ribbon P/NRolls / CaseCase Weight
4.33″ / 110Stock243′ / 74EW4332433619#

*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 LRibbon W x LPart NumberPrinterR/FLPR/LPSRPC/SPCNumber of Ribbons
4″ x 6″4.33″ x 984′ZKITT46PZebraRoll96542
4″ x 6″4.33″ x 984′ZKITT46FZebraFanfold1,93022
4″ x 6″4.33″ x 1181′DKITT46PDatamaxRoll1,15042
4″ x 6″4.33″ x 1181′DKITT46FDatamaxFanfold2,30022

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.
Thermal Transfer Ribbons for Flexible Packaging