Thermal Transfer Ribbons for Zebra G-Series Printers: A Canadian Buyer’s Guide

Whether you run a small business in Mississauga, a craft brewery in Vancouver or a parts warehouse in Calgary, your Zebra GC420t, GK420t, GX420t or GX430t desktop printer is only as good as the ribbon you load. DuraFast Label Company Canada stocks the country’s largest selection of wax, wax/resin and resin ribbons engineered for every Zebra G-Series model—ready to ship same-day from our Toronto and Vancouver warehouses, with all prices in Canadian dollars and no surprise brokerage fees.

Why the Right Ribbon Matters

Choosing the wrong formulation can mean faded barcodes that won’t scan, labels that smear in transit or costly re-printing. Below we break down the three thermal-transfer chemistries we carry so you can match durability to your label material and environment—without overspending.

1. Economy Wax Ribbons – Great for Paper Labels

TDW101 – Canada’s best-selling wax ribbon

• Size: 110 mm x 74 m (4.33" x 243')
• Compatible with all G-Series printers
• Dark, crisp print on coated and uncoated paper
• Moisture- and scratch-resistant for indoor use
• Sold by the case of 72 rolls – only $3.30 CAD per roll

Perfect for shipping, bin, retail and shelf labels that stay indoors. If you print thousands of labels a week, TDW101 gives the lowest cost per label.

2. Wax (Resin Enhanced) Hybrid – One Step Up in Durability

TDW121 – Premium resin-enhanced wax

• 4.33" x 243', case of 12
• 50% resin content resists smearing and mild moisture
• Works on both paper and top-coated polypropylene
• Ideal for frozen food, pharmaceutical paper and glossy tags
• $6.00 per ribbon

TDM238 – True wax/resin formulation

• 4.33" x 243', case of 12
• Balanced 50/50 chemistry for synthetic labels
• Survives rubbing, moderate chemicals and -20 C freezers
• Go-to ribbon for CSA-approved electrical labels and chemical drum tags
• $7.50 per ribbon

3. Full Resin – Maximum Durability

TDR325 – 100% resin ribbon

• 4.33" x 243', case of 12
• Withstands 150 C heat, alcohol, brake fluid and direct sunlight
• Made for polyester, vinyl and polyimide labels
• UL/cUL recognized when paired with approved labels
• $10.50 per ribbon

Choose TDR325 when you need labels that survive outdoors on construction equipment, under the hood of vehicles or on laboratory vials.

Colour & Specialty Ribbons

Black isn’t the only option. DuraFast Canada keeps white, red, blue, green, gold and silver resin-enhanced ribbons in 4.33" width for G-Series printers. Use them for colour-coding, promotional labels or anti-counterfeiting holographics.

Width & Length Options

Zebra G-Series printers accept ribbons from 51 mm to 110 mm (2" – 4.33") wide. We stock the most popular sizes:

• 64 mm (2.52") – jewellery, small pharmacy vials
• 84 mm (3.30") – 4×6 shipping labels with 1" gap
• 110 mm (4.33") – full-bleed 4×6 or 4×8 labels

All ribbons are 74 m (243') long and feature the ink-out notch required by Zebra’s desktop line—no firmware tweaks needed.

How to Pick the Right Ribbon (Quick Chart)

Label Material	Environment	Recommended Ribbon
Uncoated paper	Indoor, dry	TDW101 wax
Coated paper	Freezer, fridge	TDW121 wax-resin
Polypropylene	Moisture, rubbing	TDM238 wax/resin
Polyester / Vinyl	Outdoor, chemical, heat	TDR325 resin

Same-Day Shipping Across Canada

Orders placed by 11 A.M. ET ship the same day from Toronto. Enjoy $14.99 flat-rate shipping anywhere in Canada on every order placed at DuraFastLabel.ca.

Free Ribbon Samples – Try Before You Buy

Still not sure which formula matches your label stock? Request a free ribbon sample and we’ll mail you two full-length test rolls. Run them on your GC, GK or GX printer and see the difference risk-free.

Bottom Line

From basic wax for shipping labels to full resin for harsh industrial tags, DuraFast Label Company Canada has the exact Zebra G-Series thermal-transfer ribbon you need—stocked locally, priced in CAD and backed by Canadian tech support. Stock up today and keep your printer (and your business) running without a hiccup.

Shop Now

Browse all Zebra G-Series ribbons and order online in minutes, or call 1-877-821-0772 to speak with a label specialist.