We are often asked by our customers for information about the differences between Pure Resin, Wax Resin & Wax Thermal Printer Ribbons & asked which type is best suited to the specific customer application.
This page is designed to provide some basic information, but we would encourage you to call us on (03) 8420 7707 or use our Contact Form to contact us today to discuss your label printing needs and allow us to help you find the right printer ribbon solution for your needs as we are the experts and are happy to help.
Types of Thermal Printer Ribbons
| Wax Ribbon | Wax Resin Ribbon | Pure Resin Ribbon | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Characteristics | Economy | General Purpose | Long Life |
| Applications | Where there is light direct contact or handling | Where there is frequent direct contact or handling, or the printed image is subject to outdoor elements. | Where the printed image is subject to extreme conditions, chemicals contact, heavy direct abrasion or heat. |
| Suitable Label Material | Paper labels only | Most paper and synthetic labels including gloss finish labels | Synthetic labels only |
Pure Resin Ribbons
Pure Resin Ribbons produce the most durable labels.
Pure resin ribbons chemically bond to synthetic labels, making this ribbon type the first port of call for long lasting labels particularly in chemical, automotive, medical, pharmaceutical or clothing industries.
Pure Resin Ribbon Information Sheets
For more information regarding a specific type of wax resin thermal printer ribbon, select from the following for a downloadable PDF file with more information.
- AS1 Pure Resin Ribbon Information Sheet PDF
- AS2 Pure Resin Ribbon Information Sheet PDF
- AS3 Pure Resin Ribbon Information Sheet PDF
- P7 Ribbon Information Sheet PDF ... can print on any thermal label printer due to its release layer ... for Inventory, Warehouse, Medical, Pharmaceutical, Electrical, Automotive, Chemical, Flexible Packaging
- P8 Ribbon Information Sheet PDF ... has a thinner ink layer which optimises fine printing ... for Inventory, Warehouse, Medical, Pharmaceutical, Electrical, Chemical, Gardening
- P15 Ribbon Information Sheet PDF ... can print on any thermal label printer due to its release layer ... for Inventory, Warehouse, Medical, Pharmaceutical, Electrical, Chemical, Gardening, Automotive, Garment Wash Care, Flexible Packaging
Pure Resin Ribbon Information Sheets
Pure Resin Ribbons are the most popular for near edge label printers.
The market standard barcode label printer ribbon type, pure resin is the most popular blend that accommodates both paper labels and some synthetics for requirements across multiple industries.
For more information regarding a specific type of pure resin thermal printer ribbon, select from the following for a downloadable PDF file with more information.
- AG2 Wax Resin Ribbon Information Sheet PDF
- AG3 Wax Resin Ribbon Information Sheet PDF
- P1 Ribbon Information Sheet PDF ... has a thinner ink layer which enables low nergy printing ... for Inventory, Warehouse, Medical, Pharmaceutical
- P3 Ribbon Information Sheet PDF ... has a higher resin mix in the ink layer which enables agressive keying ... for Inventory, Warehouse, Medical, Pharmaceutical, Retail Tags
- P14 Ribbon Information Sheet PDF ... can print at exception speeds due to the design of the release layer ... for Inventory, Warehouse, Medical, Pharmaceutical, Flexible Packaging, Retail Tags
Wax Ribbons
Wax Ribbons are the most economical.
Wax ribbons are designed for quick turn over paper labels. A wax ribbon is your cheapest thermal label printer ribbon option.
Wax Ribbon Information Sheets
For more information regarding a specific type of wax thermal printer ribbon, select from the following for a downloadable PDF file with more information.
- P6 Wax Ribbon Information Sheet PDF ... hs a softer composition in the ink layer enabling formability ... for Inventory, Warehouse, Pharmaceutical
Need hlp or more information?
This page is designed to provide some basic information, but we would encourage you to call us on (03) 8420 7707 or use our Contact Form to contact us today to discuss your label printing needs and allow us to help you find the right printer ribbon solution for your needs ... we are the experts and are happy to help.