Thermal Ribbons
James Labels and Supplies maintain a variety of Thermal Ribbons in stock for use with thermal printers.
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James Labels and Supplies maintain a variety of Thermal Ribbons in stock for use with thermal printers. Our ribbons are designed with durability in mind at a cost-effective rate, ensuring that we can keep a competitive price without compromising quality.
What Are Thermal Ribbons?
Thermal ribbons are used in thermal transfer printing, which is a type of printing process that uses heat to transfer ink or pigment from a ribbon onto a label or other substrate. The ribbon is made up of a thin plastic film that is coated with a layer of ink or pigment.
When the ribbon is heated by the thermal print head, the ink or pigment melts and is transferred onto the label or substrate, creating a printed image. Thermal ribbons come in a variety of colours and formulations, including wax, resin, and wax-resin blends, which are designed to work with different types of labels and substrates.
Types of Thermal Ribbons Available
Standard Ribbons
Wax
Our standard ribbon is made of wax, which provides high-quality printing performance without compromising on quality. It meets all the criteria expected of a traditional wax application.
- The ink is suitable for standard labelling applications
- Compatible with most blank and pre-printed labels
- Low energy requirements help protect the print head
Wax/Resin
Our standard wax/resin ribbon is highly versatile and designed to print all types of self-adhesive labels at low heat settings. It offers superior mechanical resistance compared to wax ribbons, making it an excellent choice for a variety of labelling applications.
- Excellent print quality with all types of material
- Versatile
- High print quality for small characters and barcodes
Resin
Our standard resin ribbon is known for its high versatility, allowing it to print on coated papers and expand its usual range of applications. Its excellent performance in terms of sharpness and printing speed has made it a global reference for resin ribbons. It has proven to be a reliable choice in various fields and is widely used worldwide.
- Most versatile resin product available
- Concentrated performance in terms of writing quality and durability
- High resistance levels irrespective of label material
High-Performance Ribbons
Resin H
Resin H is a top-performing resin ribbon specifically designed for the most demanding labelling applications that require high resistance to mechanical aggression, temperature, and/or solvents. It is fully compatible with label materials that are dedicated to the same high-performance applications, ensuring reliable and durable results.
- In addition to its abrasion resistance, Resin H offers high durability in the presence of solvents
- Ideal for information that must persist throughout the products life cycle
- Particularly suitable for printing on synthetic materials
Wax/Resin NE
The Wax/Resin NE is considered the top-quality ribbon for Corner Edge and Near Edge printers across the globe. It is the preferred ribbon in the wax/resin category, and its exceptional performance in terms of speed, sensitivity, versatility, and blackness makes it an ideal fit for a wide range of applications.
- Equally able to print on both labels and flexible packaging
- The benchmark for high printing speed
- Compatible with the high throughputs of many industries
Wax/Resin Enhanced
The Wax Resin Enhanced ribbon is a combination of wax and resin, with a higher ratio of resin content. This makes it the most high-performance wax ribbon available, capable of meeting the needs of all wax-based applications, including the most challenging ones, while also providing excellent resistance.
- The Ideal combination of print quality and durability
- Easy to use, prints over a wide range of settings
- Print fineness ideal for logos, small characters and barcodes
Get in Touch for a FREE Quote on Thermal Ribbons
Experience first-class service and top-quality thermal ribbons for all your printing needs.
With vast stocks of all ribbon types, we are ready to dispatch them as soon as you need them. Our ribbons are of the highest possible quality, with varying levels of durability, ensuring exceptional performance every time. And with our unbeatable prices, why not put us to the test?
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