Armor-IIMAK AXR 900 Resin Thermal Transfer Ribbon
ARMOR-IIMAK AXR®900: High Performance Resin Ribbon for Near Edge Printers – Excellent for Textile Materials and Niche Applications
The ARMOR-IIMAK AXR®900 is a resin ribbon for Corner Edge and Near Edge printers designed for the textile label printing market. It can also represent a relevant solution for niche resin applications (involving, for example, sterilization or resistance to some solvents) which are not satisfied by other resin ribbons. This thermal transfer ribbon provides excellent printing quality on textile materials, excellent resistance to wash and dry cleaning, and very good resistance to ironing, making it an ideal solution for demanding applications.
Key Features and Product Performance
The AXR®900 ribbon is engineered for optimal print quality and technical resistances, ensuring reliable performance.
Highlights:
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Excellent Printing Quality on Textile Materials: Ensures clear and consistent results on various textile receptors (Cotton, Acetate, Nylon, Satin).
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Excellent Resistance to Wash and Dry Cleaning: Provides durability against specific cleaning processes.
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Very Good Resistance to Ironing: Maintains print integrity under heat.
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High Print Quality: Excellent print quality for 0° barcode, 90° barcode, small characters, and logos. Offers a blackness of 1.6 ODR (Optical Density by Reflection).
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Technical Resistances: Good light/blue wool resistance, good solvent resistance, and very high rubbing resistance.
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Antistatic Designed: The ribbon is anti-static build-up treated for smooth printing.
Compliance and Environmental Performance
The AXR®900 ribbon complies with various international regulations and demonstrates strong environmental performance.
Compliance and Environmental Highlights:
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REACH / SVHC 1907/2006/EC: Compliant.
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Food Contact: Complies with 1935/2004/EC (EU) and FDA (US).
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Heavy Metals: Complies with 2011/65/EU (RoHS).
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California Proposition 65: Compliant.
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Environmental Performance: PET Waste 100% recovered, Solvent 91% recovered into factory energy, Electricity 58% from renewable sources.
Comprehensive Specifications
Available Part Numbers
Armor-IIMAK part numbers for the AXR 900 formulation, grouped by printer family. Contact Century Systems for pricing and availability.
AVERY
| Part Number | Width (in) | Length (ft) | Rolls/Box | Ink Side | Notes |
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| T46027AY | 2.09 | 1968 | 24 | Inside | Cardboard core |
| T41176AY | 3.15 | 1968 | 12 | Inside | Cardboard core |
| T47176AY | 4.25 | 1968 | 12 | Inside | Cardboard core |
AVERY/NOVEXX
| Part Number | Width (in) | Length (ft) | Rolls/Box | Ink Side | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T41457IO | 2.56 | 1968 | 10 | Inside | Cardboard core |
| T41457BAO | 2.56 | 1968 | 24 | Inside | Cardboard core |
B-EX4T1/B-EX6T1/B-SX4T/B-SX5T/B-x72
| Part Number | Width (in) | Length (ft) | Rolls/Box | Ink Side | Notes |
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| T24242TC | 1.57 | 984 | 10 | Outside | C attached take up core · Cardboard core |
| T40168TC | 1.57 | 1968 | 10 | Outside | C attached take up core · Cardboard core |
| T41490TC | 1.97 | 984 | 10 | Outside | C attached take up core · Cardboard core |
| T25884TC | 1.97 | 1968 | 10 | Outside | C attached take up core · Cardboard core |
| T54759TC | 2.52 | 984 | 10 | Outside | C attached take up core · Cardboard core |
| T42076TC | 4.02 | 1968 | 5 | Outside | C attached take up core · Cardboard core |
| T53170TC | 4.41 | 1968 | 5 | Outside | C attached take up core · Cardboard core |
B-SX6T/SX8T
| Part Number | Width (in) | Length (ft) | Rolls/Box | Ink Side | Notes |
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| T45287TC | 6.3 | 984 | 5 | Outside | C attached take up core · Cardboard core |
Conclusion
The ARMOR-IIMAK AXR®900 thermal transfer resin ribbon offers a high-performance solution for Near Edge printers, particularly for textile materials and niche applications. With its excellent printing quality on various materials, robust resistance to heat, solvents, and detergents, and strong compliance with environmental and safety regulations, the AXR®900 is an excellent choice for businesses seeking reliable and long-lasting labeling solutions for demanding industrial applications.