ID Card Printer Ribbon
High-Quality ID Card Printer Ribbons
When it comes to creating professional and secure ID cards, choosing the right ID card printer ribbon is essential. These ribbons are the heart of any card printing system, determining the vibrancy of colors, the sharpness of text, and the overall durability of your ID cards. Whether you’re printing employee badges, school IDs, access cards, or secure credentials, investing in a high-quality ID card printer ribbon ensures excellent results and reliable performance.
Explore our curated selection of top-tier ID card printer ribbons from trusted brands like Heidi, Zebra, Fargo, Datacard, Evolis, and more.
Heidi Consumables
Colored | Monochrome
Applications:
Government IDs
Corporate access cards
University credentials
Healthcare badges
Event passes
Advanced Security ID Card Printer Ribbon
Heidi offers next-generation ID card printer ribbon technology that combines sharp imaging with built-in security features. Designed for use with Heidi CP55 printers, these ribbons provide vivid output and advanced anti-
Heidi offers next-generation ID card printer ribbon technology that combines sharp imaging with built-in security features. Designed for use with Heidi CP55 printers, these ribbons provide vivid output and advanced anti-counterfeit capabilities.
Why Choose Heidi Ribbons:
Custom Watermarks: Adds secure watermark images during the normal print process using standard color ribbons.
UV Printing: The YMCKUVO ribbon includes a UV panel to embed covert images visible only under ultraviolet light.
Reliable Quality: Consistent performance, long-lasting results, and full compatibility with Heidi printers.
Ideal for government agencies, corporations, and institutions that demand tamper-resistant ID cards.
✅ Use Case: Secure ID badge printing with integrated visual authentication.
Reliability and Durability
Heidi ribbons are optimized to work seamlessly with the Heidi CP55 printer, delivering consistent performance, extended printhead life, and minimal maintenance. Whether you’re printing in full color or monochrome, you can expect high-definition results on every card
Dascom
Re-Transfer ID Card Printer Ribbons
Dascom re-transfer ribbons are perfect for over-the-edge printing on smart cards and non-standard surfaces. These ID card printer ribbons are designed for use in high-security environments where image fidelity and durability are critical.
Why Re-Transfer?
No direct contact between printhead and card
Higher image resolution and card longevity
Ideal for uneven card surfaces, such as smart chips or embedded antennas
For secure ID programs, banking, or corporate credentials, Dascom offers premium print results that last.
✅ Use Case: Over-the-edge photo ID printing for chip cards and secure access credentials.
Zebra
True Colors® ID Card Printer Ribbon
Zebra’s True Colors® series is globally recognized for its consistent print quality and extended ribbon life. These ID card printer ribbons are engineered to deliver sharp images, high-contrast text, and precise barcodes.
Key Features:
Fade-resistant, long-lasting dye formulation
Compatible with Zebra’s full line of card printers
Reduced printer wear and tear
Available in color (YMCKO, YMCKOK) and monochrome versions
Zebra ribbons are a go-to choice for schools, healthcare providers, retail chains, and government departments seeking quality without compromise.
Hiti
Bright and Cost-Efficient ID Card Printer Ribbon
Hiti provides cost-effective yet high-quality ID card printer ribbons that are widely used by small businesses, schools, and events. These thermal ribbons produce high-resolution color prints that dry quickly and resist smudging.
Top Benefits:
High-light color materials for vivid imagery
Designed for rapid output with minimal maintenance
Perfect balance of quality and affordability
Hiti ribbons are ideal for day-to-day ID card printing that doesn’t sacrifice appearance.
✅ Use Case: Budget-friendly ID printing with professional results.
Datacard
High-Precision ID Card Printer Ribbon
Datacard offers ID card printer ribbons known for exceptional sharpness, clean lines, and barcode readability. These ribbons are ideal for applications where scan accuracy and security are non-negotiable.
Features You’ll Appreciate:
Enhanced barcode and text clarity
Compatible with a range of Datacard printers
Built for high-speed, high-volume printing environments
Datacard’s technology ensures consistent, reliable printing for institutions and enterprises of all sizes.
✅ Use Case: Corporate and government ID printing where precision and readability matter.
Fargo
Secure ID Card Printer Ribbon Technology
Fargo by HID Global delivers premium ID card printer ribbons built for secure environments. Their ribbons are engineered for use with DTC printers and support overlays and laminates that increase card lifespan and prevent tampering.
Benefits:
UV and holographic overlaminate compatibility
Designed for full-color or single-color printing
Consistent high-quality output, even in large print batches
Fargo ribbons are widely used in healthcare, corporate security, education, and more.
✅ Use Case: Long-lasting cards with built-in visual security elements.
Evolis
French-Engineered ID Card Printer Ribbon
Evolis offers environmentally responsible, high-quality ID card printer ribbons that meet the printing needs of global clients. These ribbons are versatile, durable, and deliver crisp results for all kinds of ID formats.
What Sets Evolis Apart:
Made in France using high-grade materials
Works with Evolis printers for plug-and-play operation
Eco-friendly packaging options available
Evolis is perfect for transportation systems, education, hospitality, and access management.
✅ Use Case: Flexible, full-color card printing with a focus on quality and sustainability.
ID Printer Cleaning Kits
Essential for ID Card Printer Ribbon Longevity
Using the right ID card printer ribbon means nothing if your printer isn’t clean. Our cleaning kits are an essential companion to every ribbon order, helping remove dust, debris, and ink residue that can interfere with ribbon performance and print quality.
Maintain Peak Printer Performance
Regular maintenance is essential for keeping your card printer in optimal condition, and our cleaning kits make it easy. These kits remove built-up dust, ink residue, and other contaminants that can cause misfeeds, jams, or poor-quality prints.
What’s Included:
Cleaning cards
Swabs
Rollers
Instruction guide
Key Benefits:
Prevent card damage and reprints
Prolong printer and printhead life
Maintain high print quality
Reduce maintenance costs
Compatible with most major printer brands including Heidi, Dascom, Zebra, Fargo, Datacard, and Evolis.
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