Datasheet

Thermal Transfer Ribbon

N 490 Cy

Wax/resin
Near-Edge

is a process ink that can be used in 4-colour printers, such as the TEC CB-416, but also in all other printers with near-edge print heads. It has a high resolution and allows even small letters and fine lines to be printed.

It is very sensitive, allows a high print speed of up to 300mm/s and is gentle on the print head.

The near-edge process ink can be used flexibly on different materials and delivers the best results on paper label materials. It is also suitable for films – but should be tested in the specific application.

The print has limited smudge resistance, but is otherwise not particularly resistant.

The most important areas of application for the process colours are printers with several print heads which, in combination with yellow, magenta and black, allow 4-colour printing. Of course, the colours can also be used as single colours, e.g. to highlight information. Process cyan starts the blue colour range from light blue, or cyan, to deep dark blue.

The quality is ISEGA-certified for use in the food sector.

Product range

We supply ribbons of this quality in the standard dimensions of the compact range from a minimum quantity of just 5 rolls.
We also supply special widths and ribbons in every possible dimension and customised design!
Net width jumbo roll: 680 mm

Applications

  • Direct printing on packaging film, TTO
  • Long lasting and high resistant product identification, Type plates
  • Packaging, Warehouse, Logistics

Printing characteristics

  • 300mm/s
    Speed
  • Sensitivity
  • Flexibility

Mechanical resistance

  • Smearing
  • Scratching
  • Erasing
  • Adhesive tape test

Print quality

OD on vellum 0,7
OD on foil 0,7
  • Vellum
  • Coated paper
  • Glossy paper
  • PE
  • PP
  • PVC
  • PET
  • Textile
  • PVC card

Chemical resistance

Water No
  • Alcohol (IPA)
  • White Spirit
  • Diesel
  • Engine oil
  • Gasoline
  • Brake fluid
  • Skydrol
  • MEK

Temperature resistance

  • 80°C
    Until

Resistance to UV light

not specified

Wax/resin near-edge thermal transfer ribbon in process cyan:

  • High sensitivity allows printing speeds of up to 300mm/s
  • High resolution for finest details
  • Suitable for 4-colour printers (e.g. TEC CB-416)

Ribbon specifications

Ribbon chemistry Wax/resin
Printhead Near-Edge
Color Process Cyan C
Thickness base film 4,5 µm
Total thickness 7,5 µm
Ink melting point 70 °C

Certifications

  • Food sector
  • No Heavy metals (RohS)
  • REACH (no substances on SVHC List)

Character

Near-edge thermal transfer film in process cyan.

Sensitive wax/resin quality with high resolution for high printing speeds. Suitable for printing on vellum, coated papers, but also on films.

Not particularly resistant.

Shelf life and storage conditions

"In principle termal transfer ribbons have a long shelf live. We guarantee that, if stored correctly ( temperature: 5 - 35 °C, relative humidity: 30 - 80 % ) our ribbons remain in perfect condition for use for 1 year from delivery."

Test methods

"Our thermal transfer ribbons are tested according to CALOR | REGMA testing procedures. We are happy to supply details upon request."

Quality management ISO 9001 : 2015

Our processes and quality management system are certified according to the latest version 2015.

Status: 8. September 2025

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