Zebra 2300 Wax thermal ribbon 74 m Black

The Zebra Wax 5319 printer ribbon is a high-performance wax ribbon designed for high-quality thermal transfer printing on both coated and uncoated paper facestocks. It delivers clear, durable black prints, supports visible light and infrared scannability, and is suitable for difficult-to-print uncoated and uneven tag stocks such as Tyvek. The ribbon measures 74 m in length with a 1.2 cm core and a 33 mm width, and is UL recognized and CSA component acceptable when used with Z-Xtreme labels.

Advantages

This wax ribbon provides excellent print clarity and reliable scannability in both visible and infrared spectrums. It performs well on coated and uncoated papers, including rough or uneven tag stocks, and supports print speeds up to 8 inches per second. The Zebra Wax 5319 is compatible with a range of Zebra label media and is UL recognized and CSA component acceptable with Z-Xtreme labels, ensuring suitability for many industrial and commercial labeling applications.

Suitable for

• Everyday barcode and information labels on coated paper
• Labels on uncoated and uneven tag stocks (including Tyvek)
• Applications requiring infrared-readable prints
• High-speed printing up to 8 inches/sec

Key specifications

• Brand: Zebra
• Model: Wax 5319 (MPN 800132-001)
• Colour: Black
• Ribbon length: 74 m
• Core diameter: 1.2 cm
• Ribbon width: 33 mm (1.3")
• Compatible media examples: 8000T All-Temp, 8000T Ultra-Removable, Z-Perform 1000T (including 150 and 190 Tag), Z-Select 2000T
• Compatible printers: TLP 2824, TLP 2824-Z
• Print speed: up to 8 inches per second
• Certifications: UL recognized; CSA component acceptable with Z-Xtreme labels

How to use

Install the Zebra Wax 5319 ribbon into a compatible thermal transfer printer following the printer manufacturer's ribbon loading instructions. Ensure the ribbon width (33 mm) and core diameter (1.2 cm) match the printer specifications. Load appropriate Zebra media for best results, set the printer to the recommended print speed (up to 8 inches/sec) and print density for the selected label stock, then run a test print to confirm print quality and scannability.

Recommendations

For optimal results, pair this ribbon with recommended Zebra media such as 8000T All-Temp or Z-Perform 1000T tag stocks. When printing on rough or uncoated materials like Tyvek, adjust print speed and darkness settings as needed and verify both visible and infrared scanner readability. Store unopened ribbons in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve print performance.