Datasheet

Thermal Transfer Ribbon

N 492 Ge

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 to print even small letters and fine lines. It is very sensitive, allows a high printing speed of up to 300mm/s and is gentle on the print head. The near-edge process inks are flexible and can be used on a variety of materials, but deliver best results on paper label stock. It is also suitable for foils – but should be tested in the actual application. The print has limited smudge resistance, but otherwise does not have a particularly high resistance. The most important application for the process colours are printers with several print heads, which in combination with magenta, cyan and black allow 4-colour printing. Of course, the colours can also be used as single colours, e.g. to highlight information. It should be noted here that process yellow is not optimal as a sole print, as it is bright and texts are therefore difficult to read.

Product range

We supply ribbons in this quality in the standard dimensions of the compact range from a minimum quantity of only 5 rolls.
In addition, we supply special widths and customised ribbons in every possible dimension and 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 0,1
OD on foil 0,1
  • 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 yellow:

  • High sensitivity allows print speeds 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 Yellow C
Thickness base film 4,5 µm
Total thickness 7,5 µm
Ink melting point 70 °C

Certifications

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

Character

A yellow luminescent wax-resin grade suitable for flexible printing on a variety of surfaces. The quality has good chemical, mechanical and thermal resistance, which makes it suitable for printing corporate colours or as a warning ink.

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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