Evolis R5F008EAA YMCKO Colour Ribbon, 300 Prints
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Printer Compatibility
- Evolis Primacy ID Card Printer
Evolis R5F008EAA YMCKO Colour Ribbon.
Evolis R5F008EAA YMCKO full-colour printer ribbon, designed for use with the Evolis Primacy ID Card Printer to produce stunning ID cards, membership cards and visitor passes.
Capable of up to 300 full colour printed sides per roll, the Evolis YMCKO Ribbon features four high quality colour panels, with an overlay panel that protects cards from daily wear and tear, providing a lifespan of up to three years.
Perfect for creating printed cards, the Evolis R5F008EAA is only suitable for use with the original Evolis Primacy, not the Primacy 2.
For best results, use this ribbon with high quality blank plastic cards and keep your printer maintained with the correct ID card printer cleaning kit
Evolis R5F008EAA works with:
- Evolis Primacy ID Card Printer
- Evolis YMCKO Colour Printer Ribbon
Evolis R5F008EAA Ribbon FAQs
Get answers to common questions about ID Card Printer Ribbons.
Which printer is the Evolis R5F008EAA ribbon compatible with?
The Evolis R5F008EAA ribbon is designed for use with the original Evolis Primacy ID Card Printer. It is not suitable for the Evolis Primacy 2.
How many cards will the Evolis R5F008EAA ribbon print?
The Evolis R5F008EAA ribbon prints up to 300 full colour card sides per roll. If you are printing one side of each card, this can produce up to 300 cards. If you are printing full colour on both sides, each card will use two printed sides.
Is this ribbon compatible with the Evolis Primacy 2?
No. This ribbon is for the original Evolis Primacy printer only. If you have an Evolis Primacy 2, you will need a different ribbon.
What does YMCKO mean?
YMCKO stands for Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black and Overlay. The colour panels create the printed card design, while the clear overlay panel adds a protective layer over the finished card.
Does the overlay protect the printed card?
Yes, the clear overlay panel adds a protective layer over the printed card. This helps protect the print from everyday handling and can help extend the life of the printed card.
What else do I need with this Evolis ribbon?
To print cards with the Evolis R5F008EAA ribbon, you will also need compatible blank plastic cards. We also recommend using the correct Evolis cleaning kit to help maintain print quality and keep your printer running smoothly.
Do I need a YMCKO ribbon if I only print in black?
No. If you’re only printing in black onto your cards (for example text only or barcode) it is far cheaper to print using a black-only ribbon.
This has one panel and represents considerable cost savings when compared to a full colour ribbon.
When should I choose a YMCKOK ribbon over a YMCKO?
If you have a double-sided printer and are printing full colour on the front of your cards and black-only on the reverse, it is much cheaper to do so using a YMCKOK ribbon.
The extra ‘K’ on the end of the code stands for an extra black panel that prints on the reverse of the card at the same time as full colour prints onto the front.
Will a YMCKOK ribbon work on a single sided card printer?
No, it will only work in a double-sided card printer.
The extra ‘K’ on the end of the code stands for an extra black panel that prints on the reverse of the card at the same time as full colour prints onto the front.
Should I clean my card printer when I change the ribbon?
ID Card Printer manufacturers recommend you run a cleaning cycle every time you change the ribbon in order to keep the printer running smoothly, and then do a deep clean once in a while.
Most ribbons come with a cleaning roller in the box.
Will this ribbon work in other Evolis printers?
No, not necessarily. Evolis ribbons are designed for specific printer models, so you should only use this ribbon with a compatible original Evolis Primacy printer.
Why should I shred my printer ribbon after use?
If you’re using a Direct to Card printer (which the majority of printers on the market are), the ribbon retains an imprint of the data on the card after printing.
So, if you’re printing an ID card with a photograph for example, all of this data will be left behind on the ribbon afterwards. That’s why it’s really important to shred your printer ribbon securely when you replace it with a new one for data protection.
Will any of these ribbons work with my printer?
No. It’s really important you check the compatibility of each printer ribbon to check it will work with your specific model.
Don’t assume that a Magicard ribbon will work in all Magicard printers for example, it will be designed to work in a specific printer model only.
