Wolfbarco W503

Wolfbarco W503 is our most economical reinforced wax thermal transfer printing solution while providing consistent performance on a wide variety of label materials. W503 provides high optical density, moderate image durability and allows printing at low print head energy heat settings on all popular thermal transfer printers. W503 is a “plug and play” formulation which can be dropped in at the same printer settings as most standard wax ribbons. W503 is a highly versatile ribbon providing reliable printing performance on coated and uncoated labels and tags, and vellum materials found in today’s global markets. Ideal for competitively priced applications such as shipping, product identification, distribution, logistics and retail.

Product Type: Other Product Type

Application Area: Barcode Label

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Painted Surfaces, Paper, Vellum

Features: Abrasion Resistant, Cold Resistance, Cost Effective, Excellent Substrate Adhesion, Heat Resistance, High Density, High Optical Density, High Reliability, High Speed Printing, Highly Versatile, Solvent Resistant, Water Resistant

Chemical Family: Waxes

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Benefits
  • Reliable, Economic Printing Solution.
  • Performs well on a widest variety of substrates found in worldwide markets.
  • Excellent image density & edge definition ensures darker, bolder images.
  • High-speed printing up to 8 ips.
  • High-level durability with supreme heat, cold, water, and abraison resistance.
  • Prints at a wide range of energy and speed settings, making is an easy drop replacement.
  • Halogen-Free.

Applications & Uses

Application Area
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Compatible With
  • Zebra
  • Datamax
  • Intermec
  • SATO
  • Honeywell
  • Avery
  • TSC
  • Printronix
Recommended Substrates
  • Art paper
  • Coated and uncoated paper
  • Tag stocks
  • Vellums

Properties

Ribbon Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Thickness6.9 - 7.2μm
Ink Thickness2.5 - 2.8μm
Electrostaticmax. 0.06Kv
Optical Densitymin. 1.8D
Ink Melt Point68.0°C
Printing Characteristics

Wolfbarco W503 - Printing Characteristics

Regulatory & Compliance

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Packaging & Availability

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Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
12 months
Storage Conditions
  • Use within 12 months recommended
  • Keep away from UV and direct sunlight
  • Temperature 5-35°C (40-95°F)
  • Humidity 20-80%