Ribbon cassette LAMBDA Tape Lambda black — Panasonic KX-P170 compatible, 5 million characters

Ribbon cassette LAMBDA Tape Lambda black is a compatible replacement for Panasonic KX-P170 dot-matrix printers. This black ink ribbon is designed for prolonged use in impact and dot-matrix printing, offering up to 5 million characters of print capacity. It is intended for printing text, forms and multipart stationery where clear, durable black impressions are required, and fits printers that accept the same cassette format as the Panasonic KX-P170.

Advantages

The ribbon provides a long service life with a rated capacity of up to 5 million characters, reducing the frequency of cartridge changes in busy office or industrial environments. As a compatible LAMBDA product, it offers reliable print density for legible text and form fields, consistent performance on continuous and multipart paper, and straightforward installation. The black dye produces sharp, high-contrast impressions suitable for records and document archiving.

Suitable for

• Dot-matrix and impact printers that accept KX-P170 style cassettes
• High-volume text printing in offices and warehouses
• Form and multipart stationery printing (invoices, delivery notes, carbon copies)
• Applications requiring durable black impressions for archiving

Key specifications

• Ink colour: Black
• Print yield: Up to 5 million characters
• Compatibility: Designed to fit printers using Panasonic KX-P170 style cassettes
• Media type: Impact/dot-matrix printing on single and multipart continuous stationery
• Intended use: Text and form printing with durable impressions

How to use

Turn off the printer before replacing the ribbon cassette. Open the printer cover, remove the empty cassette according to the printer manufacturer’s instructions, and insert the LAMBDA ribbon cassette in the same orientation. Ensure the ribbon is properly tensioned and aligned to avoid wrinkles or misfeeds, then close the cover and run a test print to confirm correct installation and print quality.

Usage recommendations

Store unused ribbons in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and high humidity to preserve ink quality. For best results, use this ribbon with continuous or multipart paper appropriate for impact printing and perform periodic maintenance of printhead and platen to maintain consistent print density and prolong ribbon life.