TDW101 Standard Wax Ribbon
General-Purpose Wax Ribbon for Canadian Labeling Applications
The TDW101 Wax Thermal Ribbon is a dependable, general-purpose wax ribbon designed for a broad range of everyday thermal transfer printing needs. Ideal for medium paper substrates and lower print energy settings, TDW101 delivers excellent sensitivity and consistent print results, even at higher print speeds. Canadian businesses use TDW101 to produce shipping and fulfillment labels, retail tags, inventory labels, food labels, tickets and bills, healthcare labels, ID labels, and general-purpose barcodes, making it a versatile “go-to” wax ribbon for many operations.
Sharp Print Quality & Extended Printhead Life
TDW101 wax ribbon is formulated to provide crisp, dark text and highly readable barcodes on a wide variety of label stocks. A specially engineered backcoat layer reduces friction, dissipates static, and helps protect your printhead from wear, which can extend printhead life and lower maintenance costs. As an economical wax ribbon, TDW101 is an excellent choice for:
- Uncoated paper labels and tags
- Most coated paper labels and tags
- Most glossy paper label stocks
Whether you are printing high-volume shipping labels or occasional product labels, TDW101 provides reliable, consistent performance at a very competitive cost-per-roll.
Recommended Substrates & Applications
Substrates
- Uncoated paper labels
- Uncoated paper tags
- Most coated paper labels
- Most coated paper tags
- Most gloss paper labels
Typical Applications
- Shipping and fulfillment labels
- Warehouse and inventory labels
- Retail shelf and hang tags
- Tickets, receipts, and bills
- Food and grocery labeling
- Healthcare and ID labels
- General-purpose barcode and product labels
Thanks to its high sensitivity and low energy requirements, the TDW101 standard wax ribbon can be run at higher print speeds while still producing clear, scannable barcodes and legible text.
Cross-Reference to Other Standard Wax Ribbons
If you are currently using one of the following standard wax ribbons, TDW101 is a strong, cost-effective alternative:
- DNP MP Wax
- iimak SW200 or iimak GP725 standard wax ribbons
- inkanto Armor AWR1 or inkanto Armor AWR8 standard wax ribbons
In many cases, customers find that TDW101 delivers comparable performance at a lower cost, making it an attractive option for cost-conscious Canadian operations that do not want to compromise on print quality.
Is TDW101 the Right Wax Ribbon for Your Application?
DuraFast Label Company Canada stocks several wax and wax-enhanced thermal ribbons, and TDW101 is one of our most popular economy options because of its versatility and print quality. If you’re not sure whether TDW101 is the best fit for your labels or environment, we recommend testing it in your own operation first.
You can request a free sample ribbon to evaluate print darkness, barcode scanability, and durability on your specific label substrates. Simply complete our Sample Ribbon Request form or contact our team for assistance. We’ll help you compare TDW101 with other wax or wax/resin options so you can choose the ribbon that best matches your application and budget.
Compatible Thermal Label & Barcode Printers
The TDW101 wax thermal transfer ribbon is designed for use in a wide range of flat-head thermal transfer label and barcode printers, including popular industrial and desktop models from major manufacturers such as:
If you are unsure whether TDW101 is compatible with your printer model, the team at DuraFast Label Company Canada will be happy to confirm compatibility and recommend the correct ribbon size and core for your specific thermal printer.