Selecting the proper thermal transfer ribbon is essential to ensure adequate print head coverage for high-quality prints and the longevity of your printer’s print head. These ribbons are designed with a 1.0” cardboard core, ideal for a wide range of thermal transfer printers and various printing applications, including barcode labels, shipping labels, and product identification.

To avoid premature printhead wear and ensure optimal printing, select a ribbon size that offers coverage based on your printer’s alignment style - whether left-justified or center-justified. For left-justified printers, you must account for the matrix on the inboard side.

For example, a 4.0" broad label requires a minimum ribbon width of 4.0625" to cover the label. For center-justified printers, allow for a 0.20" wider ribbon than the media width.

Thermal Transfer Ribbons for Non-Monarch Industrial Printers - Specifications & Features

• 1.0" Cardboard Core, Coated Side Out

Thermal Transfer Ribbons for Non-Monarch Industrial Printers - Compatible Products

Thermal Transfer Ribbons - Standard Wax

Standard and economical quality. Recommended for shipping labels, carton labeling, and retail bags. Ideal for short-term labeling with less scratching or smearing.

Standard Wax - Economy Ribbons Compatible Products

• Compatible With Zebra XI, Zebra Z, Zebra ZM, Zebra SE, Zebra SL, Zebra Stripe, and Zebra PAX Printers, Item #s: 910246, 910248, 910249, 910330

Standard Wax - HighMark Ribbons Compatible Products

• Compatible With Monarch 9906 Tabletop Printer and Non-Monarch Industrial Printers, Item #s: 910089, 909298, 909656, 909657, 909658, 909661, 909296
• Compatible With Zebra XI, Zebra Z, Zebra SE, Zebra SL, and Zebra Stripe Printers, Item #s: 910089, 909298, 909297, 909656, 909657, 909658, 909296

Standard Wax - HighMark Ribbons Compatible Products

• Compatible with Monarch 9416 and 9419 Desktop Printers, Item #s: 909297

Thermal Transfer Ribbons - Wax/Resin

Premium quality. Recommended for multiple outdoor usage and applications. Ideal for image durability in scratch-resistant labeling and glossy paper.

Wax/Resin Ribbons - Compatible Products

• Compatible With Zebra XI, Zebra Z, Zebra SE, Zebra SL, Zebra Stripe Printers, Item #s: 909352, 909353, 910344, 910345

Thermal Transfer Ribbons - Resin - TuffMark 

Super Premium quality. Recommended for chemical containers, Rx, engine parts, and additional outdoor applications. Ideal for high resistance and durability-based labeling.

Resin - TuffMark Ribbons Compatible Products

• Compatible With Zebra XI, Zebra Z, Zebra SE, Zebra SL, and Zebra Stripe Printers, Item #s: 909638, 909659, 910088, 909660