ASL Labels stock SWX-100 Premium Wax Ribbon by Sato.

Specifically, industries that typically use these include:

• Healthcare
• Horticulture
• Pharmaceutical
• Produce
• Retail
• Transportation
• Warehouse

SWX-100 Premium Wax Ribbon has a number of beneficial features. The printhead runs at low energy. And is anti-static which adds extra protection to the printhead. Print output is high density yet flexible. Also, the print is generally resistant to abrasion.

SWX-100 Premium Wax Ribbon has a number of premium qualities and an impressive technical specification. The wax ribbon prints in black. The thickness is less than 8.0 um and the carrier is 4.5 um polyester film. The ink has a melting point of seventy degrees. Furthermore, the ribbon has an impressive optical density (transmission) of over 1.30 whilst (reflective) is greater than 1.90. Ultimately, the maximum print speed is around 300mm/s.

What kind of printers should I use premium wax ribbons in?

Premium wax ribbons should be used in thermal transfer printers. Thermal transfer printing is a type of printing where heat is applied to carbon. Which transfers the text and graphics onto paper. The resulting text and graphics are crisp and durable. So this technique is perfect for labels that require longevity. Simultaneously, thermal transfer printers can print on a range of different substrates. Ultimately, the correct choice of paper and ribbon is essential to ensure high quality and performance of the final print.

Where can I purchase premium wax ribbons and thermal transfer ribbons?

Premium wax ribbons and thermal transfer printers can be purchased directly through the ASL Labels website. If you do require any assistance in choosing the correct printer or ribbon, feel free to contact us and a member of our team will be in touch shortly.