Thermal Transfer Ribbons
Thermal Transfer Ribbons for Printing and Labeling on Flexible Packaging
Nampak’s range of thermal transfer ribbons are designed specifically to meet the challenges of flexible packaging applications. Featuring backcoat technology, Nampak thermal transfer ribbons are optimized for use with Nampak printers, and when used together, the combination helps ensure fewer ribbon breaks, better print quality, optimized adhesion and the uptime performance your operation demands.





Thermal Transfer Ribbon Selection Table
Grade | Technology | PN | Description | Colors |
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Wash Resistant | TTO | 15-Y | Delivers superior adhesion on fabric labels and textiles with resistance to washing and dry cleaning solvents. | Black |
Chemical Resistant | TTO | 15-C | Delivers excellent adhesion on flexible film and glossy labels with solvent and heat resistance. | Black |
Premium | TTO | 15-R | Delivers excellent adhesion on flexible film and glossy labels. | Black, White, Red, Blue, Green, Brown |
Resin | TTO | 15-J | Superior adhesion onto a variety of substrates with enhanced resistance against smudging, abrasion, and flaking. | Black |
Ultra | TTO | 15-U | Delivers excellent print quality on flexible film and glossy labels at high speeds. | Black |
Super Standard | TTO | 15-P | General purpose ribbon for use when increased adhesion is required | Black, Metallic White |
Standard | TTO | 15-S | General purpose ribbon available in 10 colors. | Black, Cyan, Green, Blue, Orange, Red, Yellow, Magenta, Brown, Brilliant White |
Rough Texture | TTO | 15-Z | Delivers excellent print quality on rough texture substrates such as Tyvek and Kraft paper. | Black |
Extreme Temperature | TTO | 15-X | Delivers excellent transfer resistant on flexible film used in hot fill applications (under 198F) | Black, White |
Basic | TTO | 15-B | Basic purpose ribbon | Black |
Regular | LPA | 14-E | Basic purpose ribbon | Black |
Advantages of Nampak thermal transfer ribbons with backcoat technology
Not all Thermal Transfer Ribbons are made the same. Ribbon selection matters since it impacts the life of the thermal transfer printhead, the quality of the code, and ultimately the uptime of the packaging line. All Nampak ribbons feature advanced backcoat technology, a non-abrasive silicone-based coating that:
- provides for optimal thermal conduction for ink transfer and optimal code quality
- protects the printhead
- extends printhead life
- helps to dissipate static charge (which can damage the printhead and degrade code quality)
Backcoating
Carrier
Ink layer(s)


Thermal Transfer Ribbon Product Guide
TTO Ribbons – Spec sheet
- TTO Ribbon – Product line overview
- TTO Ribbon – Chemical-resistant
- TTO Ribbon – Extreme Temperature
- TTO Ribbon – Long Length
- TTO Ribbon – Premium
- TTO Ribbon – Resin
- TTO Ribbon – Regular Grade
- TTO Ribbon – Rough Texture
- TTO Ribbon – Standard
- TTO Ribbon – Super Standard
- TTO Ribbon – Ultra
- TTO Ribbon – Value
- TTO Ribbon – Wash-resistant

Thermal Transfer Ribbon Selection Guide
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