Thermal Transfer Ribbon

Barcode Ribbons Wax • Wax-Resin • Resin

Barcode Ribbon Inks

Sharp Printing • Protects Printhead

From entry-level to heavy industry

Built for every business size — retail & SMEs, warehouses, factories, and large enterprises.

Covers all ribbon types: Wax (general) • Wax-Resin (enhanced durability) • Resin (chemical/heat resistant). Standard sizes 110mm × 74–300m, Cores 0.5″/1″. Works with paper and film labels (PP/PET/PVC).

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Overview

What is a barcode ribbon and how many types are there?

A ribbon is an ink-coated film for the Thermal Transfer printing system. When the printhead heats up, the ink transfers onto the label producing crisp, durable text and barcodes.

Main ribbon types:

Wax – for general paper labels.

Wax-Resin – for higher durability (scuff/moisture resistance).

Resin – for industrial use; resistant to chemicals/heat. Use with film labels.

✓ Tip: Ribbon performance depends on your label material. ✓ Tip: Our team is ready to advise you.

What to consider when choosing ribbons

Match the ribbon type to both the application and the label material.

✔ Ink type: Wax / Wax-Resin / Resin
✔ Width & length: 40–110mm / 74–300m
✔ Core: 0.5″ (Desktop) or 1″ (Industrial)
✔ Ink orientation: Ink-Out (CSO) / Ink-In (CSI)
✔ Printer compatibility: TSC / Zebra / Godex / Honeywell, etc.

Why choose ribbons from POSPAK?

Uniform ink layers with back-coat to extend printhead life. Consistently dark, crisp printing with less residue on the head.

Complete range

Wax / Wax-Resin / Resin for paper and films

Protects the printhead

Back-coat & Anti-static reduce heat build-up

Consistent quality

Even coating, deep density, crisp edges

Manufactured under factory standards

Ready-to-ship sizes

Popular widths 40–110mm, lengths 74–300m, cores 0.5″/1″

Comparison (Wax vs Wax-Resin vs Resin)

Attribute	Wax	Wax-Resin	Resin
Best surfaces	Uncoated/coated paper, product labels	Coated paper / some films	Films PP/PET/PVC
Durability	Moderate	High (scuff/moisture resistance)	Very high (chemical/heat resistance)
Recommended uses	Price tags / general labels	Logistics / e-commerce	Industrial / cold-chain / chemicals

Popular Ribbon Brands

ARMOR/INKANTO

European standard, full range from Wax to Resin

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LINTEC (DYNIC)

High Japanese quality for continuous industrial runs

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RICOH

Renowned Resin for chemical & heat resistance

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ITW

High stability for warehousing & logistics

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DNP

Famous for coating quality and density

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KURZ

Quality alternative for general to semi-industrial jobs

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ZEBRA

Genuine ribbons for maximum performance on Zebra printers

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RBINK (POSPAK)

Great value; complete line of Wax / Wax-Resin / Resin

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which ribbon type should I choose?

For general paper labels use Wax. For logistics/abrasion/moisture resistance use Wax-Resin. For chemicals/heat or film labels choose Resin.

How do I pick width and length?

Ribbon width should be slightly wider than your label width to protect the printhead. Length depends on the printer: desktop models typically 74–110m (core 0.5″); industrial models around 300m (core 1″).

What are Face-In and Face-Out?

They indicate the ink-coated side of the ribbon. Many desktop/industrial printers use Face-Out (CSO), some accept both — always check your model’s manual.

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