Genuine Zebra 01600BK08345 Thermal Transfer Ribbon - Black - 18 / Box
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This ribbon utilizes thermal transfer printing technology, which applies heat to transfer ink from the ribbon onto label media. The black print color delivers high-contrast, legible output for barcodes, text, and graphics, meeting standard labeling requirements across retail, logistics, and industrial settings.
The product is supplied in a bulk pack configuration of 18 rolls per box, streamlining procurement and inventory for operations with continuous printing demands. Each roll is manufactured to Zebra's specifications, supporting consistent printhead performance and reducing the risk of printer downtime due to substandard supplies.
Key Product Advantages
This thermal transfer ribbon offers several practical benefits for businesses relying on printed labels for daily operations. Its genuine Zebra origin ensures compatibility and performance alignment with Zebra printer hardware, minimizing print quality issues and maintenance interruptions.
High-Volume Ready
The 18-roll bulk pack reduces the frequency of reorders and supports uninterrupted printing in busy environments like warehouses, distribution centers, and retail backrooms.
- Minimizes stockouts
- Lowers per-unit handling
- Simplifies inventory counts
Consistent Print Quality
Black thermal transfer ink produces sharp, durable impressions that withstand handling, exposure, and scanning, ensuring barcodes remain readable throughout the product lifecycle.
- Smudge-resistant
- High contrast for scanners
- Long-lasting adhesion
Deployment / Use Cases
This ribbon is deployed in any setting using Zebra thermal transfer printers for label and barcode production. Its black ink and bulk packaging make it a practical choice for environments with high print volumes and standardized labeling needs.
Common use cases include shipping and logistics for generating tracking labels, retail for price and shelf tags, manufacturing for part identification, and healthcare for specimen and asset labeling. The thermal transfer process ensures prints are durable enough for indoor and limited outdoor exposure, supporting compliance and operational efficiency.
Logistics & Shipping
Ideal for printing shipping labels, packing slips, and tracking barcodes that must remain intact through transit and handling.
Inventory Management
Supports barcode labeling for stock control, cycle counts, and asset tracking in warehouses and retail backrooms.
Highlights
- Genuine Zebra thermal transfer ribbon for reliable printer performance
- Black ink for high-contrast, scannable barcodes and text
- Bulk pack of 18 rolls per box reduces reorder frequency
- Thermal transfer technology produces durable, smudge-resistant prints
- Compatible with Zebra thermal transfer printers
- Ideal for high-volume labeling in logistics, retail, and industrial settings
- Supports consistent print quality and reduces printer downtime
- Streamlines supply management for continuous printing operations
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Zebra Technologies Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 01600BK08345 |
| Brand Name | Zebra |
| Product Name | Ribbon |
| Packaged Quantity | 18 / Box |
| Product Type | Ribbon |
| Technical Information | |
| Print Technology | Thermal Transfer |
| Print Color | Black |
FAQ
What is the print technology used by this Zebra ribbon?
This ribbon uses thermal transfer printing technology. Thermal transfer applies heat to transfer ink from the ribbon onto label media, creating durable, smudge-resistant prints ideal for barcodes and labels that need to withstand handling and environmental exposure.
What color is the ink on this thermal transfer ribbon?
The ribbon produces black prints. Black ink provides high contrast against label backgrounds, ensuring excellent readability for both human operators and barcode scanners in applications like shipping labels, inventory tags, and asset identification.
How many rolls come in each box?
Each box contains 18 rolls. This bulk packaging is designed for high-volume printing environments, reducing the frequency of reorders and simplifying inventory management for businesses with continuous labeling needs.
Is this ribbon compatible with all Zebra printers?
This ribbon is compatible with Zebra thermal transfer printers. As a genuine Zebra consumable, it is engineered to meet the specifications of Zebra printer hardware, ensuring optimal print quality and reliable performance while minimizing the risk of printhead issues.
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