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Product Features
Technical Overview
This ribbon cartridge utilizes dot matrix impact printing technology to transfer black ink onto paper through a precise mechanical process. The 1.5 million character yield represents the typical lifespan under standard printing conditions, providing extended service between replacements.
The cartridge is designed as a direct replacement for the Star Micronics SP700 printer, maintaining the original equipment manufacturer specifications for ribbon tension, ink formulation, and mechanical fit. This ensures consistent print darkness and reliable paper feed without jams or misfeeds.
Key Product Advantages
This genuine Star Micronics ribbon cartridge offers several advantages for businesses relying on dot matrix printing. The high-yield design reduces replacement frequency and downtime, while the OEM construction ensures reliable performance that matches the original printer specifications.
Extended Service Life
With a 1.5 million character yield, this ribbon minimizes maintenance interruptions and provides consistent output over extended printing sessions.
- Reduces replacement frequency
- Maintains print quality throughout lifespan
Guaranteed Compatibility
Designed specifically for the Star Micronics SP700 printer, this cartridge ensures proper fit and optimal performance without compatibility issues.
- Precise mechanical alignment
- Correct ink formulation for SP700
Deployment / Use Cases
The Star Micronics SP700 ribbon cartridge is ideal for business environments requiring reliable impact printing for multipart forms and documents. Its high-yield design makes it particularly suitable for applications with continuous printing demands.
Common deployment scenarios include point-of-sale systems printing receipts and invoices, warehouse operations generating shipping documents and packing slips, and financial institutions producing statements and transaction records. The dot matrix technology ensures legible copies through carbonless forms, making it essential for any application requiring duplicate or triplicate documents.
Retail & Hospitality
Perfect for POS systems printing receipts, invoices, and kitchen orders where multipart forms are standard.
Logistics & Warehousing
Ideal for shipping departments generating packing slips, bills of lading, and inventory documents that require multiple copies.
Highlights
- Genuine Star Micronics OEM ribbon cartridge
- Designed specifically for SP700 dot matrix printers
- Black ink for clear, sharp character printing
- 1.5 million character typical yield
- Dot matrix impact printing technology
- Reliable performance for continuous printing
- Ideal for multipart forms and documents
- Reduces maintenance frequency with extended lifespan
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Star Micronics, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 30980742 |
| Brand Name | Star Micronics |
| Product Name | SP700 Indelible Ribbon |
| Product Type | Ribbon Cartridge |
| Technical Information | |
| Print Technology | Dot Matrix |
| Print Color | Black |
| Typical Print Yield | 1500000 Characters |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Star Micronics SP700 Printer |
FAQ
What printer models is this ribbon cartridge compatible with?
This ribbon cartridge is specifically designed for the Star Micronics SP700 dot matrix printer. It is a genuine OEM replacement part that ensures proper fit, correct ink formulation, and optimal performance with this particular printer model.
What is the print yield of this ribbon cartridge?
The Star Micronics 30980742 ribbon cartridge has a typical print yield of 1.5 million characters. This represents the expected lifespan under standard printing conditions, providing extended service between replacements for high-volume printing applications.
What type of printing technology does this ribbon use?
This cartridge utilizes dot matrix impact printing technology. The ribbon transfers black ink onto paper through a mechanical impact process, making it ideal for creating multiple copies using carbonless forms or multipart documents where duplicate records are required.
Is this a genuine Star Micronics product?
Yes, this is a genuine Star Micronics OEM ribbon cartridge with manufacturer part number 30980742. It is manufactured to the exact specifications of the original equipment, ensuring compatibility, reliability, and consistent print quality with the SP700 printer.