You can depend on TrueColors® ribbons for rich, vibrant, image production over the full Color spectrum. With Zebra ribbons you will produce brilliant Color photos and true-to-life flesh tones as well as incredibly sharp monochrome resin bar codes and text.
YMCKO stands for the five color panels in the ribbon: Yellow (Y), Magenta (M), and Cyan (C) for full-color printing, Black resin (K) for text and barcodes, and a clear overlay (O) for protection. By combining these colors using varying degrees of heat, the ribbon produces a full spectrum of colors on your ID cards.
The Zebra 800015-940 ribbon has been discontinued and is replaced by the NEW Zebra 800017-240 ribbon. The 800017-240 features a recyclable ribbon cartridge with less plastic, an easy-to-handle design, and the same low price. We recommend upgrading to the 800017-240 for your printing needs.
The Zebra 800015-940 YMCKO ribbon allows you to print a combination of full-color images and one-color text or barcodes on a single card. This versatility makes it ideal for ID badges that require both vibrant color photos and readable text or barcode information.
The Zebra 800015-940 YMCKO ribbon is rated for 200 prints per ribbon cartridge. This yield helps you plan your supply orders based on your card printing volume.
Yes, Zebra card printers require specialized genuine Zebra ribbon to function properly. To maximize printed card quality and ensure printer durability, we strongly recommend using only authentic Zebra ribbons like the 800015-940 in your equipment.
The new Zebra 800017-240 ribbon replaces the discontinued 800015-940 with an improved recyclable ribbon cartridge that uses less plastic and features an easier-to-handle design. Both ribbons offer the same YMCKO color capabilities and low pricing, making the 800017-240 the recommended choice for new purchases.
