Matica PR20305301 YMCKO Colour Ribbon, 250 Prints
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Matica YMCKO Colour Ribbon, designed for use with Matica's direct-to-card printer range including Matica MC110, MC210 and MC310. Capable of 250 prints, the Matica ChromXpert Ribbon features four high quality colour panels, with a fifth transparent overlay panel that protects printed cards.
Printer Compatibility
Matica ChromXpert YMCKO Colour Ribbon.
Matica YMCKO Full Colour Printer Ribbon, designed for use with the Matica MC Series including the MC110, MC210 and MC310.
Capable of 250 prints per-roll, the Matica YMCKO Ribbon features four high quality colour panels that produce stunning ID cards, membership cards, visitor passes and more.
The Matica PR20305301 also contains a transparent overlay panel, designed to add a protective layer to printed cards, protecting cards from everyday wear and tear.
This product replaces the discontinued Matica PR20319301
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.
Matica PR20305301 works with:
- Matica YMCKO Colour Printer Ribbon
Matica PR20305301 Ribbon FAQs
Get answers to common questions about ID Card Printer Ribbons.
Which printers is the Matica PR20305301 ribbon compatible with?
The Matica PR20305301 ribbon is designed for use with the Matica MC110, Matica MC210 and Matica MC310 ID Card Printers. Always check your printer model before ordering, as Matica ribbons are made for specific printer ranges.
How many cards will the Matica PR20305301 ribbon print?
The Matica PR20305301 ribbon prints up to 250 full colour card sides per roll. If you are printing one side of each card, this can produce up to 250 cards. If you are printing full colour on both sides, each card will use two printed sides.
What do the letters mean on a printer ribbon?
Card Printer Ribbons are made up of panels of colour and each panel is represented by a letter. These mean:
Y = Yellow
M = Magenta
C = Cyan
K = Black
O = Clear protective overlay that adds a thin layer of protection onto your cards.
Plastic card printers mix all of the YMC and K panels together to create all colours in the spectrum.
Most printer ribbons are YMCKO as this suits most people’s printing needs.
I’m printing in black only, do I need a YMCKO ribbon?
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.
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.
What other ribbons are available for the Matica MC110, MC210 and MC310?
If you do not need full colour printing, the Matica PR20314305 Black Ribbon is a better option for printing black text, barcodes, line art or simple details onto pre-printed cards.
If you are printing double-sided cards with full colour on the front and black text, barcodes or cardholder details on the reverse, the Matica PR20307302 YMCKOK Ribbon may be more suitable.
You may also need the Matica PR20309601 Cleaning Kit to help keep your printer clean and maintain print quality. We recommend cleaning your printer regularly, especially when changing the ribbon.
