Fargo 045400 ID Card Ribbon
Frequently Asked Questions
What ribbon capacity does the Fargo 045400 ID Card Ribbon provide?
The Fargo 045400 is an EZ YMCKO cartridge that prints up to 100 images. This full-color ribbon with resin black and overlay panel is designed for high-volume ID card production while maintaining consistent color quality throughout the print run.
Which Fargo printer models is the 045400 ribbon compatible with?
The Fargo 045400 ID Card Ribbon is compatible with the Fargo C50 (SC) printer. We offer this ribbon as a direct replacement consumable to ensure optimal performance and print quality with your existing Fargo ID card printing system.
Does the Fargo 045400 ribbon include a cleaning roller?
Yes, the Fargo 045400 cartridge includes an integrated cleaning roller that automatically cleans cards during the printing process. The cleaning roller is automatically replaced each time you install a new ribbon cartridge, ensuring consistent card quality without additional maintenance steps.
What print colors are available with the YMCKO ribbon configuration?
The YMCKO configuration provides full-color printing with Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, resin Black, and Overlay panels, delivering up to 16.7 million colors with 256 shades per pixel. This professional-grade ribbon is ideal for producing high-quality, full-color ID badges and access credentials.
What card sizes can be printed with the Fargo C50 printer using this ribbon?
The Fargo C50 printer accepts standard CR-80 cards (3.375" L x 2.125" W / 85.6mm L x 54mm W) with a print area of 3.36" L x 2.11" W. The printer also supports CR-79 adhesive-back cards and accepts card thickness from .009" to .040" (9 mil to 40 mil).
How long does it take to print a full-color ID card with the YMCKO ribbon?
Full-color YMCKO printing takes 24 seconds per card on Fargo ID card printers. This speed allows for efficient high-volume badge production while maintaining the full-color quality that the YMCKO ribbon configuration provides.
