Wax thermal ribbon Zebra 5319 — 110 mm × 450 m, black, core Ø 1.27 cm

Zebra 5319 wax thermal transfer ribbon in black with dimensions 110 mm × 450 m and a 1.27 cm core is a general-purpose ribbon developed for thermal transfer printers. Formulated to deliver consistent standard-density black images on coated and uncoated paper facestocks, it supports barcode, shipping, inventory and product labeling. The ribbon is optimized for reliable visible and infrared scannability and is compatible with a wide range of Zebra industrial and desktop printers. It is suitable for printing on difficult uncoated and uneven tag stocks and performs at print speeds up to 8 inches per second; when used with appropriate label materials it meets UL recognition and CSA component acceptability.

Advantages

The wax formulation provides clear, high-contrast black printing on both coated and uncoated papers while maintaining good printhead life. The ribbon is engineered to deliver dependable barcodes and text that scan well in visible and infrared scanners. Its performance on tough-to-print substrates, including uneven tag stocks and synthetic-like materials such as Tyvek, reduces reprints and waste. The product supports typical industrial print speeds up to 8 inches per second and is compatible with numerous Zebra printers for straightforward installation and operation.

Suitable for

• General-purpose barcode labels for logistics and warehousing
• Shipping and parcel labels
• Inventory and asset tagging
• Product labeling on coated and uncoated paper facestocks
• Printing on uneven tag stocks and materials like Tyvek

Key specifications

• Color: black
• Width: 110 mm
• Length: 450 m
• Core diameter: 1.27 cm
• Ribbon type: wax thermal transfer formulation
• Print speed capability: up to 8 inches per second
• Compatible substrates: coated and uncoated paper facestocks, uneven tag stocks, Tyvek
• Scan performance: optimized for visible and infrared scannability
• Regulatory: UL recognized and CSA component acceptable when used with recommended label materials

How to use

Install the ribbon in a compatible thermal transfer printer following the printer manufacturer’s instructions, ensuring the ink side of the ribbon faces the label stock. Adjust printer settings—media type, print speed and print darkness—to match the facestock and desired print quality. Run a test print and verify barcode readability with the intended scanner. Replace the ribbon when print density fades or when the ribbon length is exhausted.

Usage recommendations

For optimal results, pair the ribbon with Zebra-coated or recommended uncoated label stocks and set print speed and darkness according to the substrate; lower speeds and slightly higher darkness settings can improve print quality on uneven tag stocks and Tyvek. Store rolls in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve performance.