Novexx Solutions ALX 92x, Service Manual

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07/15 Rev. 00 SERVICE MANUAL Selecting consumables
ALX 92x
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Thermal transfer ribbon
The following is recommended for thermal transfer ribbons:
• The back of the ribbon should be coated so that it produces no static or friction
(Backcoating). If this isn’t the case, the printhead may be damaged by static dis-
charge coming off the ribbon surface.
• The ribbons need to be designed for “corner edge” printheads.
• Ribbons should be able to handle print speeds of up to 400 mm/s (16 ips).
• Size of the ribbon roll: The following dimensions need to be checked: outside/in-
side diameter of the ribbon roll, ribbon width.
The ribbon with odering no. 2240-600-xxx is a recommended ribbon type.
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The thermal transfer ribbon should only be slightly wider than the label material.
• If an overly narrow ribbon is used, the border of the label material interferes with
the printhead – which wears it down more quickly.
• If an overly wide ribbon is used, creasing may occur in the ribbon. This can led to
poor printing results.
Further information about suitable thermal transfer ribbon can be found in the User
Manual of the machine, chapter „Product description“ > „Technical Data“ > „Thermal
transfer ribbon“.
CAUTION! - Thermal transfer ribbons without these properties can degrade the
performance of the printer and the print quality as well as damage the printhead!