
SPE Labels supplies thermal transfer printer ribbons for industrial barcode printers and label printing applications. We can help with wax ribbons, wax/resin ribbons, resin ribbons, near edge ribbons, and color or metallic ribbons.
Ribbon selection depends on your printer model, ribbon width and length, label material, print durability requirements, and application environment. SPE Labels can help identify ribbon options for common printer brands including Zebra, Sato, Intermec, Datamax, Eltron, and Printronix.
If you know your current ribbon size, printer model, or part number, include it with your request. If you are not sure which ribbon you need, send the details you have and we can help point you in the right direction.
Ribbon Types
WAX RIBBONS
Thermal transfer wax ribbons for paper labels and general-purpose barcode printing.
WAX/RESIN RIBBONS
Wax/resin printer ribbons for coated paper, synthetic labels, and stronger print durability.
RESIN RIBBONS
Resin thermal transfer ribbons for synthetic labels, harsh environments, and durable barcode printing.
NEAR-EDGE RIBBONS
Near-edge ribbons for printers that require near edge thermal transfer ribbon technology.
COLOR & METALLIC RIBBONS
Color and metallic thermal transfer ribbons for special label printing and highlighted information.
Not sure which ribbon fits your printer?
Send your printer model, current ribbon size, label material, or existing part number with your quote request.
Common Printer Brands






HELPFUL DETAILS TO PROVIDE
Barcode printer brand and model
Thermal transfer ribbon width and length
Current ribbon part number, if known
Label material: paper, coated paper, polyester, polypropylene, or other synthetic label stock
Application environment: indoor, outdoor, warehouse, production, shipping, or harsh conditions
Durability needs: smudge resistance, chemical resistance, abrasion resistance, or long-term barcode readability
Quantity needed


