Zebra 2100 High-Performance Wax thermal ribbon 450 m Black

The Zebra 2100 High-Performance Wax thermal ribbon delivers consistent, high-quality prints for coated and uncoated labels and tags. Designed for normal and rotated barcodes, it transfers sharp text and graphics while requiring low printhead energy, making it suitable for high-speed printers up to 12 inches per second. This 450 m black ribbon (MPN 02100BK04045, EAN 5711045738197) is intended for everyday industrial and commercial labeling tasks.

Advantages

The formulation provides excellent print quality on a wide range of media while minimizing printhead wear thanks to low energy transfer. Its wax-based composition balances image clarity and cost-effectiveness, and the 450 m length reduces roll changes in busy printing environments. Compatible with multiple Zebra printers, it supports reliable barcode readability and consistent print performance.

Suitable for

• Printing normal and rotated barcodes on coated labels
• Printing text and graphics on uncoated labels and tags
• High-speed thermal transfer printing up to 12 in/s
• General-purpose industrial and retail labeling

Key specifications

• Brand: Zebra
• Type: High-Performance Wax thermal ribbon
• Colour: Black
• Length: 450 m
• Compatible printers: 105SL, 110PAX4, 110XiIIIPlus, 140XiIIIPlus, R110Xi, R4Mplus, S4M, ZM400, 105S, 105Se, 110PAX3, 140Xi, 140XiII, 140XiIII, 90Xi, 90XiII, 90XiIII, 90XiIIIPlus, 96XiIII, 96XiIIIPlus, R-140, R110PAX3, S300, S400, S500, S600, Z4000, Z4M, Z4Mplus
• Recommended media: 8000T All-Temp, 8000T Semi-Gloss, 8000T Ultra-Removable, PolyPro 4000T 216 Tag, Z-Perform 1000T 150 Tag, Z-Perform 1000T 190 Tag, Z-Select 2000T

How to use

Install the ribbon according to your printer manufacturer’s instructions, ensuring proper ribbon path and tension. Select an appropriate printhead energy/heat setting for wax ribbons and the chosen media; start with the printer’s recommended settings for Zebra 2100 wax ribbons and adjust incrementally to optimize print darkness and barcode readability. Run a test print with rotated and standard barcode orientations to verify quality before full production.

Recommendations

Use the Zebra 2100 High-Performance Wax ribbon with the listed recommended media for best results; if smudging or faint prints occur, increase printhead energy slightly or switch to a semi-gloss or more receptive media. Store ribbons in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve performance.