Genuine Zebra 02100BK06045 2100 High Performance Thermal Transfer Ribbon - Black - 2. 36" x 1476 ft - 12/Case
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This ribbon utilizes thermal transfer print technology, which melts wax-based ink onto label media to produce sharp, high-contrast black images. The 2100 series is engineered for high performance, offering excellent resistance to smudging, fading, and environmental factors like moisture and abrasion. The consistent ink coating ensures uniform print density across the entire ribbon length, reducing waste and improving printhead life.
The ribbon's dimensions and core size are optimized for seamless integration with compatible Zebra printers, minimizing setup time and ensuring reliable feeding during operation. The black color output is ideal for standard barcodes, text, and graphics on a variety of label materials, including paper, polyester, and synthetic substrates.
Key Product Advantages
The Zebra 2100 High Performance Ribbon stands out for its reliability and efficiency in thermal transfer printing. Its genuine Zebra construction ensures optimal compatibility and performance, reducing the risk of printer damage or subpar output often associated with third-party supplies.
Consistent Print Quality
Delivers sharp, high-density black prints with excellent edge definition, ensuring barcodes and labels remain scannable and legible over time.
- Reduces smudging and fading
- Maintains contrast in various conditions
Extended Runtime
The 1476-foot length provides long-lasting use, minimizing frequent ribbon changes and supporting high-volume printing tasks without interruption.
- Lowers operational downtime
- Ideal for continuous printing environments
Bulk Packaging Efficiency
Sold in a convenient 12-ribbon carton, this packaging reduces per-unit costs and simplifies inventory management for businesses with substantial printing needs.
- Cost-effective for large-scale operations
- Streamlines supply replenishment
Deployment / Use Cases
This ribbon is deployed in settings where durable, high-quality label printing is critical. Its thermal transfer technology and black ink make it well-suited for applications requiring permanent, scannable labels that withstand handling and environmental exposure.
Common use cases include shipping and logistics for barcode labels on packages, retail environments for price tags and inventory labels, manufacturing for asset tracking and part identification, and healthcare for patient wristbands and specimen labels. The compatibility with a broad range of Zebra printers ensures it can be integrated into existing workflows without requiring hardware changes.
Warehouse & Logistics
Ideal for printing shipping labels, bin labels, and pallet tags that need to endure rough handling, temperature variations, and outdoor exposure during transit and storage.
Retail & Inventory Management
Supports price marking, shelf labeling, and stock control with clear, smudge-resistant prints that maintain readability throughout product lifecycles.
Highlights
- Genuine Zebra 2100 High Performance Thermal Transfer Ribbon
- Black wax-based ink for sharp, durable prints
- Dimensions: 2.36 inches wide x 1476 feet long
- 1-inch core for compatibility with Zebra thermal transfer printers
- Packaged 12 ribbons per carton for bulk supply needs
- Thermal transfer technology for high-quality barcode and label printing
- Compatible with Zebra 105SL, 110XilllPlus, 140XilllPlus, 170XilllPlus, R110XilllPLUS, R170Xi, R4MPlus, S4M, S600, Z4MPlus, Z6MPlus, 90XiIIIPlus, 96XIIIIPlus, 220XiIIIPlus printers
- Ideal for retail, warehouse, logistics, and industrial applications
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Zebra Technologies Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 02100BK06045 |
| Brand Name | Zebra |
| Product Series | 2100 |
| Product Name | 2100 High Performance Ribbon |
| Packaged Quantity | 12 / Carton |
| Product Type | Ribbon |
| Technical Information | |
| Print Technology | Thermal Transfer |
| Print Color | Black |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Zebra Printer(s): 105SL 110XilllPlus 140XilllPlus 170XilllPlus R110XilllPLUS R170Xi R4MPlus S4M S600 Z4MPlus Z6MPlus 90XiIIIPlus 96XIIIIPlus 220XiIIIPlus |
FAQ
What printers is this Zebra ribbon compatible with?
This ribbon is compatible with a range of Zebra thermal transfer printers, including the 105SL, 110XilllPlus, 140XilllPlus, 170XilllPlus, R110XilllPLUS, R170Xi, R4MPlus, S4M, S600, Z4MPlus, Z6MPlus, 90XiIIIPlus, 96XIIIIPlus, and 220XiIIIPlus models. It is designed for seamless integration with these printers to ensure reliable performance and print quality.
What are the dimensions of this thermal transfer ribbon?
The ribbon measures 2.36 inches in width and 1476 feet in length, with a 1-inch core. These dimensions are standardized for compatibility with supported Zebra printers, providing extended runtime and consistent feeding during high-volume printing tasks.
How many ribbons come in a package, and what is the print color?
Each package contains 12 ribbons per carton, offering a bulk supply option for businesses with continuous printing needs. The print color is black, utilizing wax-based ink in a thermal transfer process to produce durable, high-contrast labels and barcodes.