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ZEBRA ZC Monochrome Black Ribbon 2000 Images, ZC100/ZC300
Key Features
Brand: ZEBRA
Ribbon Type: Monochrome (Single Color), Black Resin (“K”)
Color: Black
Prints per Roll: 2000 images
Compatibility: Zebra ZC100, ZC300, ZC350 Series Card Printers
Technology: Load-N-Go Cartridge with Integrated Cleaning Roller
Key Features: High-quality resin black for durable prints, accurate barcodes, and crisp text
Ideal for: High-volume monochrome card printing, text, barcodes, logos
1 Year Warranty
Zebra ZC Monochrome Black Ribbon 2000 Images: High-Yield Professional ID Card Printing
The Zebra monochrome black ribbon for ZC series card printers delivers an elite, cost-effective solution for high-volume text and barcode printing. Engineered for extreme precision, this ribbon is designed specifically for the Zebra ZC100 and ZC300 card printer models. Choosing genuine Zebra consumables ensures crisp character definition, flawless barcode scannability, and optimal hardware performance throughout the lifecycle of your printer.
Key Specifications and Features
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- Ribbon Color: Monochrome black (K panel)
- Total Print Yield: 2000 images or single-sided cards per roll
- Compatible Printers: Zebra ZC100 and ZC300 card printers
- Ribbon Cartridge Type: Load-and-go integrated cartridge with smart RFID chip
- Print Technology: Thermal transfer monochrome printing
- Media Matching: Optimized for standard 100 percent white PVC or composite cards
- Cleaning Roller: Integrated cleaning roller included with every ribbon package
Enterprise Benefits of Zebra ZC Monochrome Ribbons
Exceptional High-Yield Value
With a capacity of 2000 single-sided prints per roll, this ribbon dramatically reduces the cost per card. It minimizes the frequency of ribbon changes, allowing high-volume card production lines to run efficiently with minimal operator intervention.
Ultra-Sharp Text and Barcodes
The specialized black ink formulation produces high-contrast, razor-sharp edges on text, serial numbers, and 1D or 2D barcodes. This precise transfer ensures that credentials can be instantly read by automated security scanners and access control readers.
Smart Load-and-Go Cartridge Setup
The ZC series cartridge features an integrated design that drops into the printer effortlessly. The built-in RFID chip automatically communicates with the Zebra printer firmware, instantly calibrating printer settings and providing real-time ribbon capacity tracking. [
Essential Printhead Protection
Zebra embeds a proprietary anti-static backing layer on the ribbon film. This coating reduces friction as the media passes under the printhead, protecting the delicate heating elements from premature burnout and reducing maintenance overhead.
Target Industries and Use Cases
Corporate Security and Facility Access
Security teams utilize this high-yield ribbon to print single-color employee ID badges, visitor sign-in cards, temporary vendor passes, and contractor credentials.
Retail, Loyalty, and Hospitality
Retailers and gym facilities deploy monochrome printing to personalize blank pre-printed color loyalty cards with member names, account numbers, and account registration barcodes.
Education and Student Services
Schools and universities print high-volume student library cards, cafeteria identification badges, and visitor sign-in stickers quickly and cost-effectively.
Printer Calibration and Ribbon Optimization Setup
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- Cartridge Replacement: Turn off the printer or open the top cover, drop the cartridge into the guide slots, and lock the lid down to trigger automatic initialization.
- Cleaning Roller Maintenance: Always replace the included adhesive cleaning roller when installing a new ribbon roll to remove fine airborne dust from incoming blank cards.
- Driver Darkness Settings: Use the native Zebra Windows driver control panel to adjust print darkness and speed settings to fine-tune monochrome contrast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I print color images with this ribbon?
No. This is a monochrome black ribbon that only prints solid black images, text, and barcodes. For full-color photos and graphics, you must use a YMCKO color ribbon.
What is the purpose of the included cleaning roller?
The cleaning roller catches micro-dust and debris on blank PVC cards before they reach the printhead. This prevents white spots on your printed cards and extends the lifespan of the thermal printhead.
Will this ribbon fit older Zebra printers like the ZXP Series 3?
No. This ribbon is engineered with a specialized cartridge chassis built exclusively for the modern Zebra ZC100 and ZC300 printer loading slot architecture.
Does this ribbon include an overlay protector panel?
No. This is a pure monochrome ribbon (K panel only). It does not include an clear protective overlay (O panel). If your cards will face heavy friction or abrasion, a color ribbon with an overlay is recommended.
How do I know when the ribbon roll is running low?
The built-in smart RFID chip sends data directly to the printer dashboard software on your desktop screen, giving you real-time percentage tracking of remaining prints.
