Wax Based Ribbons

1000 Series (THARO 101A)
Tharo’s Resin-Enhanced Wax ribbon provides outstanding durability at print speeds up to 12 IPS. It has excellent edge definition and high optical density for dark, crisp images. A very low melt-point allows users to minimize printhead energy and extend the life of the printhead. Proprietary backcoating provides a low coefficient of friction ensuring trouble-free printing performance and minimal printhead wear due to residue.

DNP TR4085plus
(Replaces TR4050 and TR4050A) TR4085plus Resin Enhanced Wax ribbon brought wax technology to a wider range of applications. TR4085plus features DNP’s SmoothCoat™ backcoat, provides unparalleled printhead protection, while delivering the darkest, most durable images. In addition, TR4085plus prints on a wide range of substrates at temperatures consistent with those used for TR4085. Prints at high speeds (12 IPS) delivering crisp, rotated bar codes, dissipates static, superior print quality on flood-coated labels and enhanced smudge and scratch resistance. Meets FDA requirements for indirect food contact applications, it’s the same price as TR4085 was and comes with a four-million-inch printhead protection guarantee*.

Copies of the Printhead Guarantee Claim Form TR4085plus / Printhead Guarantee Service Procedures are available from Tharo upon request.

DNP Signature Series™ Wax
Signature Series™ Wax is a reliable, cost-effective solution for a wide range of applications. It prints at high speeds and delivers crisp, durable images on a variety of substrates. It is versatile enough to print on paper as well as low-end synthetics.

DNP TR3021 (Red), TR3022 (Blue), TR3023 (Green)
TR3021 Red (Pantone 199C), TR3022 Blue (Pantone 286C) and TR3023 Green (Pantone 355C). Provides excellent print clarity and is highly smudge resistant.

Wax-Resin Ribbons

2000 Series
Tharo’s Standard Wax/Resin ribbon provides good scratch/smear resistance. It prints well on a wide range of materials including paper, film, synthetics and tag stock. The 2000 Series also provides excellent edge definition and print quality at high dpi and print speeds.

3000 Series
Tharo’s Premium Wax/Resin ribbon provides outstanding scratch/smear resistance on paper, synthetics, and polyesters. With high speed printing capability (8 IPS) it still maintains excellent edge definition and print quality when printing high dpi and rotated bar codes.

DNP M260
M260 is DNP’s most versatile and durable wax/resin ribbon.  M260 is recognized by leading label manufacturers for its broad range of label adaptability, providing increased abrasion resistance and print sensitivity.  This ribbon is perfect for printing long lasting images on coated tags, uncoated tags, flood coats, and glossy print media.  M260 also prints at speeds up to 12 IPS utilizing less print energy than competing wax/resin ribbons.

DNP TRX-50
(Replaces TR5050)  TRX-50 is a versatile and durable wax/resin ribbon. Designed to print at low temperatures and high speeds while providing the darkest image possible from a general-purpose ribbon. *

DNP TRX-55
TRX-55 is a premium wax/resin formulation designed to print on a wide variety of receiving materials. This includes coated and uncoated paper labels and tags, varnished label stock and films. This ribbon will offer excellent bar code scanning with sharp, reliable images at a wide variety of printing speeds. TRX-55 is also an extremely versatile all-purpose wax/resin that will out-perform other ribbons in extreme environments. Powerful resistance against smearing and chemicals makes TRX-55 a perfect choice for your demanding environment.

DNP TR5080
TR5080 was specifically developed to cover the widest possible range of applications. It performs well on the various inks used on spot-coated and flood-coated labels, eliminating the tendency of the label to slip during the printing process. TR5080 also eliminates the need for thermal transfer varnishes on flood-coated labels, thereby reducing the total label cost. TR5080 prints up to 12 inches per second with complete image integrity.

DNP Signature Series™ Wax/Resin
Signature Series™ Wax/Resin prints on paper and low-end synthetic tags and labels, providing durable, smudge-resistant images. In addition, DNP’s proprietary technology dissipates static, resulting in hassle-free, low-maintenance thermal transfer solutions.

Resin Ribbons

4000 Series
Tharo’s Premium Resin provides the strongest scratch and smear abrasion and heat resistance to printed image. It has excellent print latitude including synthetic, plastic films and polyester. It also provides high optical density and lower printhead energy requirements than traditional resin products.

DNP R300
R300’s extensive label adaptability and high print speed capability makes it the most diverse resin of its kind.  It outperforms the competition in abrasion and solvent resistance, uses less print energy and is designed with DNP’s standard anti-static and backcoat properties to protect printheads and extend printhead life.  And, like all DNP ribbons, R300 is an industry leader in Edge Definition™ producing dark, dense images for improved scan rates.

DNP TR6075
(Replaces TR4075)  TR6075 is a specialty resin that prints at high speeds, up to 12 IPS, while maintaining high bar code and image quality. It is compatible with a vast array of substrates and is able to print at lower temperatures than most resins. TR6075’s superior chemical and abrasion resistance makes it the perfect choice for general or demanding applications.

DNP R316
R316 is unique in the industry – the best resin ribbon for printing on paper and synthetic paper substrates.  It is also able to withstand environmental temperatures of up to 220°C (428°F) making it perfect for applications like heat tunnel passage.  R316 uses remarkably low print energy settings while producing high quality heat resistant bar codes.  This ribbon’s design incorporates DNP’s standard anti-static and backcoat properties that protect the printhead, and also prints with DNP’s unmatched Edge Definition™ -- producing clean, extremely durable, dense bar codes every time.

DNP R350
R350 is a highly durable resin for special garment care applications.  It has incredible steam resistant qualities and is dry clean and laundry safe.  R350 is specially formulated with DNP’s exclusive back coating technology for printhead protection.  Also, it comes standard with DNP’s special anti-static properties for easy handling and extra printhead protection.

DNP TR4070
The fastest growing resin product on the market, TR4070 is a premium ribbon that carries widespread agency approvals. It can also withstand an unprecedented 14 years of UV exposure. UL/CSA recognized, AGA/CGA recognized, eliminates the need for overlaminates in many cases, FDA approved for indirect food contact, features DNP’s SmoothCoat™ backcoating and heat resistant up to 400°F.

DNP R510
R510 ribbon has no substitute – it’s the toughest resin on the market.  R510 is the only resin ribbon capable of handling extreme environmental labeling with DNP’s unmatched scratch and solvent resistance.  Designed with DNP’s standard anti-static and backcoat properties to protect the printhead, R510 has unbeatable Edge Definition™ for crisp, extremely durable, and dense harsh environmental bar codes.

DNP TR3370 (White)
DNP’s white resin satisfies the requirements of emerging industrial and outdoor sign markets. It provides superior smudge/scratch resistance as well as exceptional long-term durability. It was specifically formulated for PVC shrink-wrapping and is highly resistant to Ethanol and Isopropanol. UL recognized.

DNP TR6070
(Replaces TR5070)  TR6070 is one of the most durable chemical resistant resins available on the market. TR6070 prints at high speeds, up to 10 IPS, producing unparalleled crisp images, and rotated and nonrotated bar codes. TR6070’s extreme resistance to harsh chemicals, superior dissipation of static, and ultimate heat resistance (up to 220°C) makes it the ideal ribbon for the most demanding environments.

DNP TRX-76
DNP’s TRX-76 is a specialty resin product designed to provide excellent printability on paper and synthetic paper substrates. TRX-76 is also designed to print at higher print speeds (up to 12 IPS) and higher resolutions. It demonstrates excellent smear resistance at high temperatures as well as superior chemical resistance.

DNP Signature Series™ Resin
Signature Series™ Resin delivers excellent smudge and scratch resistant performance in your most demanding applications. It can withstand extreme heat and UV exposure.

Near Edge Ribbons

DNP TR4500
TR4500 is the best ribbon on the market for the new generation of thermal transfer printers equipped with near edge or corner edge printheads. TR4500’s backcoating reduces static and prolongs printhead life. FDA approved for indirect food contact, prints excellent images on a wide variety of label and tag stocks (paper to low-end synthetics) and prints dark images at high speeds and low energy settings.

DNP M295 Plus (Black, Silver, White)
M295 Plus is the next generation of near edge ribbon for the flexible packaging industry!  This enhanced ribbon prints at speeds up to 26 IPS (660mm per second) making it extremely desirable for high speed flexible packaging applications.  M295 Plus also outperforms the competition in adherence of the ink to a variety of substrates resulting in remarkable durability and amazing image density that creates crisp, black images.

DNP R390
R390 near edge ribbon offers the same quality resin printing as the popular R300 for near edge applications.  See DNP R300 for more information.