Product Data Sheet / Brochure

QUALITY YOU CAN RELY ON

Each of our ribbons is put through a rigorous testing programme by our dedicated R&D team before being accepted

into the product range. The programme includes:

• Three days of tests on the backcoating of the ribbon

prior to any print tests taking place. This is to ensure

there is minimal breaking of the ribbon and that no

dusting or ink blocking occurs

• Print-testing on the full Zebra printer range with a

wide selection of label materials at a full range of

print speeds and burn temperatures

• 75km of continuous printing at optimum speed and

burn temperature. If any damage is visible on the

printhead during the 75km test, the ribbon is rejected

• A full range of mechanical and chemical tests on

the printed ribbon image. These include simulated

weathering (QUV), abrasion resistance using a

crockometer and rub tests using a wide range

of chemicals

Pictures showing examples of printhead damage that can occur when using non-Zebra ribbons

Better for business

Using Zebra ribbons and media can dramatically increase the life of the printhead, giving you quality

printing results for longer. However, the beneﬁts to your business go further than just improved printing:

• Downtime is reduced due to long printhead life,

so printers stay in service for longer

• Time and costs associated with reprinting due to

poor print quality are greatly reduced

• Reduced costs due to the need for fewer replacement

printheads and service charges

• Lower total cost of ownership compared to a

Zebra printer using non-Zebra supplies

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