Own-Brand Ribbons

Own-Brand Thermal Transfer Ribbons

Own-Brand ribbons with premium performance, trusted support, and fast UK delivery.

At Southern ID Solutions, we supply a complete range of wax, wax-resin, and resin thermal transfer ribbons—carefully selected for consistent performance across printers, substrates, and sectors.

Whether you’re printing box-end barcodes in a warehouse, GHS-compliant chemical drums, or inline expiry codes on a flexible pouch, we offer Own-Brand ribbons that match the performance of OEM stock—without the OEM price tag.

All ribbon grades are available from UK stock in multiple widths, lengths, and core configurations. And with next-day delivery, technical support, and a no-fuss reorder process, we keep your print operation moving—without interruption.

📞 Speak to Our Ribbon Specialists

📦 What You Get with Southern ID Solutions

✅ OEM-Compatible Ribbons, Own-Brand Price
Our ribbons are manufactured to meet the same standards as leading OEMs like Zebra, Toshiba, and Markem—but without the premium price.

✅ Full UK Stock Holding
Most widths and grades available for next-day dispatch. We also offer free stocking agreements for regular-use customers.

✅ Printer Matching & Application Advice
We don’t just sell ribbons—we make sure they’re right for your labels, printers, and end-use.

✅ Flat-Head & Near-Edge Support
Ribbons for both standard desktop/industrial printers and high-speed inline coders.

✅ Free Samples & Test Runs
We’ll help you achieve the best performance on your actual materials and equipment.

✅ Reorder Simplicity
We store your exact ribbon spec for fast repeat orders.

🏷️ SWX10 – Wax Ribbon

Low-cost, high-output performance for standard paper labelling.

SWX10 is our most popular flat-head wax ribbon—ideal for fast, everyday printing on uncoated and coated paper stocks. It delivers crisp, scannable barcodes at high speed, and is widely used in warehousing, logistics, and retail.

Ideal For:
Warehouse labels • Shipping & dispatch • Retail barcodes • Pallet tracking • Carton labelling

Key Benefits:
• Fast, clear printing on paper labels
• Compatible with most flat-head printers
• Long roll lengths for fewer ribbon changes
• Gentle on printheads to extend lifespan
• ISEGA certified for food industry use

Compatible Flat-Head Printers:

GoDEX: EZPi-1200 / EZPi-1300 / EZ-1100plus / EZ-1000 / EZ-2000 / EZ-1300 / RT700 / RT 700i / RT730i / RT730 / RT700IW / G500 / G530 / RT863i / EZ-2200plus* / EZ-2300plus* / EZ-2200* / EZ2250i* / EZ2350i* / EZ2050* / EZ2150* / ZX420 / ZX420i / ZX430 / ZX430i / EZ-6200 / EZ-6200plus / EZ-6300 / EZ-6300plus / ZX1200i / ZX1300i / ZX1600i / EZ-1105 / EZ1305 / G300 / G330 / RT860i / RT200 / RT230 / RT200i / RT230i

ZEBRA: (Eltron) ALL XI, Z, Se, SL, & Stripe Models including 90xi / 110xi / 140xi / 170xi / 220xi / S300 / S400 / S500 / S600 / ZT200 / ZT220 / 105s / GT800 / ZT320 / ZT410 / ZT420 / ZT230 / Z4M / Z6M / Z400 / ZM400 / ZM600 / 105SE / 105SL / R140 / R4M PLUS / ZT-510 / ZT600 / PAX SERIES PRINT ENGINES / 110PAX4 / 170PAX4 / 170PAX / 170PAX2 / 110PAX3 / R110PAX3 / ZE500 / (Eltron) TLP 2844 / TLP 3842 / GX420T / GX430T / GC420T / GK420T / ZD500 / (Eltron) TLP 2242 / TLP 2622 / TLP 2642 / TLP 2742 / TLP 3642 / TLP 3742 / T402 / T450 / (Eltron) TLP 2824 / TLP 2824 plus

TSC: TTP 244 / 245 / 247 / 345 / 243M / 243E / 243 Plus / 243 Pro / 243E Pro / 342 Pro / 342 Plus / 344 / 344M / 244ME / 244 Plus / 248M / 342 / 342M / TA200 / TA210 / TA300 / TA310 / TX200 / TX300 / TX600 / TTP 246M / 2410M / 644M / ME240 / ME340 / TTP 384M / TTP-268M / TTP-366M / TTP-2610MT / TTP-368MT / TTP-268M / TTP-366M / MX240P / MX340P / MX640P / TTP-2410MT / TTP-246M Pro / TTP-344M Pro / TTP-346MT / TTP-644MT / TTP-286MT / TTP-384MT / TC100 / TC300 / TC210 / TC310 / TTP 245C / 343C / 244CE / TTP-225 / TTP-323

TOSHIBA: B-442 / B-443 / B-SV4 / B-452 / B-852 / B-SA4TM / B-SA4TP / SX600 / B-EV4 / B-EX4T2 / B-EX4T3 / B-EX6T3

HONEYWELL: PX4i / PX6i / H-Class / I-Class / M-Class / PM43 / PM43c / PC42T / E-Class / PD43 / PD43C / PD43T / PC42T / E-Class / PD43 / PD43C / PD43T

CITIZEN: CL E720 / CL E730 / CLP-621 / CLP-621Z / CLP-631 / CLP-631Z / CLP-2001 / CLP-7201 / CLP-7202e / CLP-7401 / CL-S6621 / CL-S700 / CL-S700R / CL-S703 / CL-S703R / CL S6621 / CL S700 / CL S703 / CLP-9000 / CLP-9001 / CLP-9301 / CLP-9301R / CLP-8301 / CL-S321

PRINTRONIX: T-5204 / T-5304 / T-5000r / T8204 / T8304 / T4M / SL4M / T2N / T6204 / T6304 / T-5206 / T-5306 / T8206 / T8306 / T6206 / T6306 / T-5208 / T-5308 / T8208 / T8308 / T600 / T-3204 / T-3306 / T3308

SATO: M4500 / M8400 / CL 608 / CL612 / CL408 / CL412 / XL-400 / XL-410 / M4638 / M4636 / CL400e / CL600e / GL408e / GL412e / CL4NX / CL6NX / M84Pro-2 / M84Pro-3 / M84Pro-6 / GTe408e / GTe412e / GTe424e / LM408e / LM412e / XL400e / XL410e / M848se / M8460se / M890se / DR300 / TG3 Series / M10E / LT408 / M8485se / M8490se / M8465Se / M8460Se / S86 / S86-ex / S84 / S84-ex / CT-408i / CT-412i / CT-424i / CX-400 / CX-410 / CG408 / CG412 / CT 400 / WS4 / CG2 Series

This list is not exhaustive and is updated all the time. If you don’t see your model please contact us.

🏷️ HPX10 – Resin-Enhanced Wax Ribbon

Higher durability for colder, faster, and more demanding print environments.

HPX10 bridges the gap between wax and wax-resin. It offers better smudge resistance and is freezer-safe, making it ideal for food distribution, retail stock control, and operations requiring higher durability on paper labels.

Ideal For:
Chilled/frozen food labelling • Retail shelf-edge • Inventory barcodes • High-speed printing environments

Key Benefits:
• Excellent barcode readability
• Smudge and abrasion resistance
• Freezer-grade durability (-26°C)
• Anti-static coating to protect printheads
• Compatible with existing wax ribbon setups

Compatible Flat-Head Printers:

TOSHIBA: B-442 / B-443 / B-SV4 / B-452 / B-852 / B-SA4TM / B-SA4TP / SX600 / B-EV4 / B-EX4T2 / B-EX4T3 / B-EX6T3

HONEYWELL: PX4i / PX6i / H-Class / I-Class / M-Class / PM43 / PM43c / PC42T / E-Class / PD43 / PD43C / PD43T / PC42T / E-Class / PD43 / PD43C / PD43T

This list is not exhaustive and is updated all the time. If you don’t see your model please contact us.

🏷️ PWR25 – Wax-Resin Ribbon

Versatile printing across coated papers and synthetics.

PWR25 is designed for coated stocks, polypropylene, polyethylene, and lightly varnished materials. It’s ideal for use in harsher environments where label scuffing or moisture exposure could affect readability.

Ideal For:
Horticultural tags • Outdoor cartons • Colour-washed label stock • Shelf-life date codes • Shelving • Logistics • Pharmacy • General • Product Labelling

Key Benefits:
• Works across a wide material range
• Strong abrasion and light chemical resistance
• High-speed printing without quality loss
• Excellent small-font and rotated barcode output

Compatible Flat-Head Printers:

TOSHIBA: B-442 / B-443 / B-SV4 / B-452 / B-852 / B-SA4TM / B-SA4TP / SX600 / B-EV4 / B-EX4T2 / B-EX4T3 / B-EX6T3

HONEYWELL: PX4i / PX6i / H-Class / I-Class / M-Class / PM43 / PM43c / PC42T / E-Class / PD43 / PD43C / PD43T / PC42T / E-Class / PD43 / PD43C / PD43T

This list is not exhaustive and is updated all the time. If you don’t see your model please contact us.

🏷️ PWR80 – Industrial Wax-Resin Ribbon

Heavy-duty durability and BS5609 compliance.

PWR80 is your go-to choice for harsh environments where chemical, UV and abrasion resistance is essential. It’s BS5609-compliant and built for regulatory or industrial use, particularly where long-term outdoor exposure is a factor.

Ideal For:
Chemical drums (GHS/CLP) • Automotive parts • Industrial nameplates • Outdoor asset tracking • Chemical • Extreme Environments

Key Benefits:
• High chemical and weather resistance
• Sharp, dark prints on synthetics
• Suitable for compliance labelling
• Long life even in challenging conditions

Compatible Flat-Head Printers:

TOSHIBA: B-442 / B-443 / B-SV4 / B-452 / B-852 / B-SA4TM / B-SA4TP / SX600 / B-EV4 / B-EX4T2 / B-EX4T3 / B-EX6T3

HONEYWELL: PX4i / PX6i / H-Class / I-Class / M-Class / PM43 / PM43c / PC42T / E-Class / PD43 / PD43C / PD43T / PC42T / E-Class / PD43 / PD43C / PD43T

This list is not exhaustive and is updated all the time. If you don’t see your model please contact us.

🏷️ SPR10 – Full Resin Ribbon

Maximum resistance in critical or regulated applications.

SPR10 offers the highest durability of all our flat-head ribbons. It’s engineered for use with polyester, polyimide and other tough synthetic stocks where exposure to solvents, steam, high temperatures or sterilisation is expected.

Ideal For:
Pharma packaging • Medical device labelling • PCB and electronic traceability • Compliance nameplates

Key Benefits:
• UL/CSA approved
• Withstands alcohol, heat and abrasion
• Compatible with high-end synthetics
• Excellent edge sharpness and print density

Compatible Flat-Head Printers:

TOSHIBA: B-442 / B-443 / B-SV4 / B-452 / B-852 / B-SA4TM / B-SA4TP / SX600 / B-EV4 / B-EX4T2 / B-EX4T3 / B-EX6T3

HONEYWELL: PX4i / PX6i / H-Class / I-Class / M-Class / PM43 / PM43c / PC42T / E-Class / PD43 / PD43C / PD43T / PC42T / E-Class / PD43 / PD43C / PD43T

This list is not exhaustive and is updated all the time. If you don’t see your model please contact us.

🏷️ NWR10 – Near-Edge Wax-Resin Ribbon

Fast, clean variable printing for flexible packaging.

NWR10 is optimised for near-edge and TTO coders, typically used in inline applications across FMCG, food, beverage and medical packaging. It offers strong contrast and durability on films, foils and coated paper.

Ideal For:
Flexible pouches • Flow-wrap packaging • Inline date/batch codes • Confectionery and cosmetics

Key Benefits:
• Prints at up to 20 IPS
• Excellent film adhesion and scannability
• No bleed or smudge under light handling
• ISEGA food-safe certified

Compatible Near-Edge Printers:

MARKEM: Smartdate 2 / 2i / 2c / 3 / 3c / 5 / X40 / X45 / X60 / X60 / Smartdate 3i / 3c / 5 / 5s / 5 advance / X65 / Smartdate 2i100 / 3i100 / Smartdate 3c128 Coder / 8081 / 18 SeriesMARKEM – 2200 Print and Apply / 2200 Flex SE / Cimjet 2000 / Cimjet 200 / Cimjet 300 series – 311 / 321 / 331 / 334 / 342 / 307 / 314P / Cimpak 300 / Cimjet 300 series – 311 / 321 / 331 / 334 / 342 / 307 / 314P / Cimpak 300

ICE ZODIAC: Solid State coder – 53mm head / ZODIAC HS / ZODIAC HAWK / LA Solid State Coder – ZODIAC HS LA – 107mm head / ICE – PEGASUS HS / ZODIAC ES

VIDEOJET: Dataflex Plus 53mm head – 6320 / 6330 / 6530 / 6420 (53mm version) / Dataflex Plus 107mm head – 6420 (107mm version) / 9550 PRINT & APPLY / 6210

DOMINO: V120i (max 34mm) V220i / V100 / V400 – 53mm head / V400 – 128mm head / V200 / V300+ 53mm head / V300+ 128mm head / V320i / M-SERIES PRINT & APPLY – M230i (T4 / F100 / FS100 / W100 / WR100 / B100 / CW100 / CWR100) – Max 115mm wide (T6 / F150 / FS150 / P150) – Max 170mm width

TOSHIBA TEC: B-372 / B-472 / B-482 / B-492 / B-572 / B-SX4T / B-SX5T / B-SX4 / B-SX5 / B-EX4T1 / B-EX6T1 / B-672 / B-682 / B-872 / B-882 / B-SX6T / B-SX8T / B-SX6 / B-SX8

AVERY: 64-04 / 64-05 / 64-06 / 64-08 / TDI / Novexx Lion, Tiger, Puma, Xxtreme, Chess / ALX 924 / ALX 925 / ALX 926 / ALX 710 / ALX 720 / TTX-674 / TTX-450, 650, 950, 1050 / ALX 720 (max size 110mm x 600m) / ALX 924 / ALX 925 / ALX926

CARL VALENTIN: Spectra 107/12 / Spectra 160/12 / Spectra II (107.12 / 160.12) SPE SERIES / 107/12 / 160/12 / DUOPRINT 107 / 160 / FLEXICODE 53 / DYNACODE IP 53 / DYNACODE & DYNACODE II SERIES – 53 / 107 / DYNACODE 128 / DPM III xi SERIES – DPM III xi53 / DPM III xi107 / DPM III xi128

This list is not exhaustive and is updated all the time. If you don’t see your model please contact us.

🏷️ NPR40 – Near-Edge Resin Ribbon

Extreme durability for high-speed, high-risk environments.

NPR40 is a top-tier near-edge resin ribbon for demanding print runs that require long-term legibility and chemical resistance. It’s ideal for medical, pharmaceutical and high-value industrial packaging.

Ideal For:
Pharma sachets • Personal care • Automotive parts • Inline regulatory labelling

Key Benefits:
• High-speed printing with sharp contrast
• Resistant to alcohol, solvents and heat
• Perfect for multilayer packaging films
• Trusted in FDA and GMP environments

Compatible Near-Edge Printers:

ICE ZODIAC: Solid State coder – 53mm head / ZODIAC HS / ZODIAC HAWK / LA Solid State Coder – ZODIAC HS LA – 107mm head / ICE – PEGASUS HS / ZODIAC ES

VIDEOJET: Dataflex Plus 53mm head – 6320 / 6330 / 6530 / 6420 (53mm version) / Dataflex Plus 107mm head – 6420 (107mm version) / 9550 PRINT & APPLY / 6210

TOSHIBA TEC: B-372 / B-472 / B-482 / B-492 / B-572 / B-SX4T / B-SX5T / B-SX4 / B-SX5 / B-EX4T1 / B-EX6T1 / B-672 / B-682 / B-872 / B-882 / B-SX6T / B-SX8T / B-SX6 / B-SX8

This list is not exhaustive and is updated all the time. If you don’t see your model please contact us.

🌍 Sectors We Support

Our ribbons are trusted across a wide range of industries where durability, compliance, and print clarity matter most. We support businesses of all sizes across the following sectors:

Food & Beverage Production
Fresh Produce & Horticulture
Pharmaceuticals & Clinical Diagnostics
Healthcare & Medical Devices
Warehouse & Logistics
Retail & Ecommerce
Automotive & Industrial Manufacturing
Chemical & Hazardous Goods (GHS/CLP)
Electronics & PCB Labelling
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Flexible Packaging & Pouch Converters
Cold Chain & Frozen Goods Distribution

Whether your priority is compliance, speed, or long-term durability, we’ll help you find the right ribbon for your operation.

🔍 Not Sure Which Ribbon You Need?

Choosing the right thermal transfer ribbon isn’t always straightforward—factors like printer model, label material, print speed, durability requirements, and regulatory standards can all affect the outcome. That’s why we don’t just sell ribbons—we support you through the decision-making process. Our team offers free technical advice, printer and label matching, and application-specific guidance to help you get it right the first time. Whether you’re switching from OEM stock, experiencing print quality issues, or setting up a new labelling process, we’ll recommend the best ribbon for your exact needs—ensuring clear prints, long printhead life, and compliance from day one.

📞 Speak to Our Ribbon Specialists

Whether you’re upgrading from branded stock, unsure about your printer type, or switching label suppliers—we’ll help you get the right ribbon the first time.

📧 Email us: sales@southernid.co.uk
📞 Call us: 01903 502892

We can supply free samples, provide technical recommendations, or hold custom stock just for you.