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Genuine Fargo 045214 Ribbon Cartridge - YMCKO Dye Sublimation/Thermal Transfer - 850 Image Yield
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This ribbon cartridge employs YMCKO (Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black, Overlay) color technology optimized for photographic-quality output on card stock. The dye-sublimation process produces smooth color gradients and accurate skin tones, while thermal transfer adds durability through a protective overlay layer.
The 850-image yield represents the expected lifespan under typical printing conditions, providing a reliable metric for inventory planning and cost-per-card calculations. The cartridge is engineered specifically for Fargo's DTC4500 series printers, ensuring proper fit and consistent performance.
Key Product Advantages
This Fargo ribbon cartridge delivers professional-grade card printing with several distinct advantages for ID card production environments.
Immediate Dry Time
Dye-sublimation technology produces prints that are instantly dry upon exiting the printer, eliminating waiting time and allowing immediate handling or lamination.
- No smudging or transfer
- Ready for immediate processing
- Reduces workflow bottlenecks
Enhanced Color Accuracy
The YMCKO color system is optimized for photographic reproduction, delivering true-to-life colors and smooth gradients essential for professional ID cards.
- Accurate skin tones
- Vibrant color reproduction
- Consistent output across print runs
Reliable Performance
As a genuine Fargo consumable, this cartridge ensures compatibility and consistent performance with DTC4500 series printers, minimizing printing errors and maintenance issues.
- Engineered for specific printers
- Consistent ribbon advance
- Minimizes printer downtime
Deployment / Use Cases
The Fargo 045214 ribbon cartridge is designed for organizations requiring professional-grade card printing for identification and security applications.
Primary deployment scenarios include corporate ID badge systems, educational institution student cards, healthcare facility staff credentials, and membership organizations requiring durable, high-quality cards. The 850-image yield supports moderate to high-volume environments where consistent output and reduced consumable changes are priorities.
Corporate Security
Ideal for employee ID badges with photographic identification, access control integration, and professional appearance requirements.
Educational Institutions
Suitable for student ID cards that combine identification with library access, meal plans, or campus facility permissions.
Highlights
- Genuine Fargo ribbon cartridge for DTC4500/DTC4500e printers
- YMCKO color system for photographic-quality output
- Dye-sublimation and thermal-transfer printing technologies
- 850-image typical yield for consistent printing volume
- Prints are instantly dry and ready for immediate handling
- Optimized for high-resolution color accuracy
- Reliable performance with advanced ribbon technology
- Specifically engineered for Fargo card printers
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ASSA ABLOY |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 045214 |
| Brand Name | Fargo |
| Product Name | Ribbon Cartridge |
| Product Type | Ribbon Cartridge |
| Technical Information | |
| Print Technology | Dye Sublimation,Thermal Transfer |
| Print Color | YMCKO |
| Typical Print Yield | 850 Images |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Fargo Card Printers: DTC4500 DTC4500e |
FAQ
What printers is the Fargo 045214 ribbon cartridge compatible with?
This ribbon cartridge is specifically designed for Fargo DTC4500 and DTC4500e card printers. It is engineered to ensure proper fit, consistent ribbon advance, and optimal performance with these printer models. Using genuine Fargo consumables with compatible printers minimizes printing errors and maintains print quality.
What does YMCKO mean for this ribbon cartridge?
YMCKO stands for Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black, Overlay - the five color layers in this ribbon cartridge. The YMC colors produce full-color photographic images through dye-sublimation, while the K (black) and O (overlay) layers are applied via thermal transfer. The overlay provides a protective coating that enhances durability and scratch resistance on finished cards.
How many cards can I print with one Fargo 045214 cartridge?
The Fargo 045214 ribbon cartridge has a typical print yield of 850 images. This represents the expected number of standard-sized cards that can be printed under normal operating conditions. Actual yield may vary slightly based on card design complexity, color coverage, and printer settings, but 850 images provides a reliable benchmark for inventory planning.
What are the advantages of dye-sublimation technology for card printing?
Dye-sublimation technology produces photographic-quality prints with smooth color gradients and accurate color reproduction. The dye transforms from solid to gas when heated, bonding permanently with the card surface. This creates prints that are instantly dry upon exiting the printer, eliminating smudging and allowing immediate handling or lamination without waiting time.
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