3.50" x 1181' Black Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbon - Datamax, Case of 24
$132.87
/ case of 24$5.54 per label
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Inside dimensions
1181' × 3.50"
Board / material
Wax
Color
Black
Freight class
Class 55
Specifications
| Inside dimensions | 1181' × 3.50" (L × W) |
|---|---|
| Board / material | Wax |
| Color | Black |
| Sold as | Case of 24 |
| Order in multiples of | 1 |
| Case weight | 18.26 lb |
| Outer carton (shipping) | 13.5 × 9.5 × 9.0 in |
| LTL freight class | Class 55 |
| GTIN | 841436075411 |
| SKU | THT126 |
About this item
SKU THT126 — 1181' × 3.50", Wax, Black. Sold as a case of 24, shipped from US warehouses.
Premium wax thermal transfer ribbons engineered for Datamax, Zebra, and Sato printers. With Printhead Saver anti-static coating, these 3.50 " x 1181 ' ribbons deliver crisp, smudge-resistant barcodes and labels at speeds up to 12 IPS while reducing printhead wear and energy consumption. Case of 24 ribbons.
Common questions
What printers are compatible with this Datamax thermal ribbon?
This 3.50" x 1181' wax ribbon is compatible with Datamax thermal transfer printers, as well as Zebra and Sato brand printers that use standard thermal transfer ribbon cartridges. Always verify your specific printer model before purchasing.
How does this ribbon extend printhead life and reduce costs?
The Printhead Saver technology and anti-static back coating reduce friction and heat stress on thermal printheads during operation. This allows printing at lower temperatures with faster speeds (up to 12 IPS), decreasing wear, minimizing replacements, and reducing electricity usage, resulting in lower total operational costs per label.
What is the difference between wax and resin ribbons?
Wax ribbons like this model are cost-effective for general-purpose barcode and shipping label printing on paper stock. They produce crisp, durable prints suitable for compliance labels and inventory tracking. Resin ribbons are reserved for synthetic materials and extreme environments requiring durability.
How many labels can I print with one 3.50" x 1181' ribbon?
Label yield depends on label width and print density. A standard 4" x 6" shipping label typically yields 300-350 labels per ribbon. Calculate exact yield by dividing total ribbon length (1181 feet) by your label width. This case of 24 spools supports high-volume operations printing 7,000+ labels daily.
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