A Wax-Resin thermal transfer ribbon is a premium hybrid ink roll used in thermal transfer barcode printers. It combines the easy-printing properties of wax with the durability and smudge-resistance of resin.

The specific size 110mm x 70m is heavily utilized in compact, desktop-sized barcode printers.

Understanding the Dimensions

• 110mm (Width): Approximately 4.33 inches. This is the industry standard width for 4-inch desktop printers. It perfectly covers standard 4×6 inch shipping labels or multiple smaller labels across the width.
• 70m (Length): Approximately 230 feet. Ribbons of this length are specifically designed for small desktop printers that cannot hold large, bulky 300m industrial rolls.
• Core Size: Typically, 70m ribbons are wound on a 0.5-inch (12.7mm) cardboard core, often featuring notches on the ends to lock into the printer’s ribbon spindles.

Common Printer Compatibility

Because of the 70-meter length and 0.5-inch core, this ribbon is compatible with most 4-inch desktop thermal transfer printers, including:

• Zebra: TLP 2844, GC420t, GK420t, GX420t, ZD420t, ZD220t, ZD230t
• TSC: TE200, TE210, TTP-244 Pro, TC200
• Godex: EZ-1105, G300, RT700
• Argox / Sato / Honeywell: Various desktop models requiring 1/2″ core ribbons. (Always verify if your printer takes ink-side-in or ink-side-out configurations, though most desktop printers take ink-side-out).

Ideal Applications

• Retail & Inventory: High-gloss product labels, price tags, and shelf labels that are frequently handled by customers or staff.
• Logistics & Shipping: Shipping labels that need to survive rough transit without the barcode smudging off.
• Healthcare & Pharmacy: Prescription bottle labels that resist rubbing and oils from human hands.
• Food & Beverage: Labels for refrigerated or frozen goods where condensation might ruin a standard wax label.
• Asset Tracking: Short-to-medium term asset tags for office equipment or tools.