Printer Ribbons

POS Paper brings you a vast range of high-quality printer ribbons catering to the needs of all retail stores, fulfillment centers, healthcare centers, and industries dealing with labeling and marking. Printer ribbons are better than any standard wax ribbon or other printing ink, as they are durable and have substrate versatility which provides precision high-quality prints on any surface. We take pride in offering a wide selection of Printer ribbon colors to meet your specific needs with reputable brands like Epson, Star, IBM, Panasonic, etc.

What is a printer ribbon?

A printer ribbon is a cartridge used in printers to facilitate printing. It is a long strip made of fabric or plastic that is covered in ink or wax-based materials. This cartridge has panels on it that carry either a single solid or various color dyes which are imposed on the printing surface to make impressions for printing. The ribbon is threaded through the printer and moves back and forth, allowing the printer mechanism to strike the ribbon against the paper to create text or images. The fabric absorbs ink and yields printouts using the heating element in the ID card printer.

Ribbons available for different brands

PosPaper offers printer ribbons compatible with various brands to cater to diverse requirements. Some of the brands for which we provide ribbons include:

1. Epson Printer Ribbons: specifically designed for Epson printers to ensure precise and reliable printing. 
2. Calculator & Time Clock Ribbons: These ribbons are engineered to provide clear and legible printing for calculators and timekeeping devices.
3. Citizen Printer Ribbons: tailored for use with Citizen printers and deliver consistent and high-quality prints.
4. Hypercom Printer Ribbons: intended for use with Hypercom credit card terminals and meet requirements of credit card transaction printing, providing clear and durable prints. 
5. IBM Printer Ribbons: designed for IBM printers and typewriters. They are engineered to ensure smooth operation and precise character formation. 
6. Okidata Printer Ribbons: manufactured for Okidata printers, known for their reliable performance. 
7. Panasonic Printer Ribbons: designed for Panasonic printers and offer resistance to environmental factors, ensuring durable prints even in challenging conditions.
8. Star Printer Ribbons: tailored for use with Star printers, have extended ribbon life and resistance to smudging.
9. TallyGenicom Printer Ribbons: compatible with TallyGenicom printers, renowned for their impact and line matrix printing capabilities. 
10. TEC Printer Ribbons: intended for TEC printers, which are commonly used in point-of-sale (POS) systems. 
11.  Verifone Printer Ribbons: specifically designed for Verifone credit card terminals, are suitable for printing on thermal paper or receipts. You can get these printer ribbons at lower rates than other marketplace Verifone prices on PosPaper.

What are the factors to consider when choosing a printer ribbon?

There are certain steps to select the right printer ribbon for effortless high-quality printers:

Step 1: Choose a ribbon that is compatible with your printer

You need to buy a printer ribbon that is compatible with your machine printer. Each brand has their own specific printer ribbons that work effectively with their prints to give precise and clear prints.

Step 2: match the wind direction

Printer ribbons are positioned in two ways: Coated Side In (CSI) and Coated Side Out (CSO) and their wind direction needs to be matched with the printer roll. In CSI, the coated side of the ribbon, which contains the ink or coating, faces inward towards the print head or printhead assembly. This ensures that the ink is transferred properly onto the printing surface, such as labels or thermal paper. CSO, on the other hand, indicates an incorrect ribbon orientation where the coated side of the thermal transfer ribbon faces outward, away from the print head. Installing the ribbon with orientation can result in improper ink transfer or no printing at all since the ink is not in contact with the printing surface.

Step 3: select the correct ribbon size

You need the correct size of printer ribbon to get accurate prints. These ribbons are measured in width x length. Selecting the right printer ribbon of the correct width and length ensures proper printing and avoids unnecessary cropping.

Other than these it is also important to choose good quality printer ribbons that are durable and give consistent high-quality prints. PosPaper has a range of high-quality printer ribbons that match the specifications of your printer to give accurate clear prints on any printing surface.

Can a printer ribbon be reused or refilled, or is it a single-use consumable?

Printer ribbons are exclusive single-use consumables and are not intended to be refilled or reused. Once the printer ribbon ink is depleted, you need to replace it with a new one, to continue getting consistent high-quality prints. 

Visit POS Paper, to get hands-on high-quality printer ribbons.