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Description

The HID Fargo 45230 Color Ribbon (also referenced by part number 045230) is a next-generation, genuine OEM consumable engineered to deliver professional-grade, full-color printing for your high-volume card issuance system. This premium five-panel cartridge features a combination of Yellow, Magenta, and Cyan dye-sublimation panels (YMC) to capture a full spectrum of vibrant photographic images, a dedicated resin Black (K) panel for crisp text, and a clear protective Overlay (O) to guard cards against fading and wear. Serving as the direct factory replacement for the discontinued legacy 45200 ribbon, the upgraded 45230 cartridge utilizes an enhanced dye formulation to produce a stronger color profile, richer blacks, and sharper fine text.

Key Benefits

• Vivid Photographic Realism: Leverages an advanced chemical dye formulation to render more vibrant color tones, truer-to-life photo IDs, and brighter white fields.
• Long-Lasting Card Defense: Automatically applies a thin, clear protective overlay across the entire face of the card to shield credentials from moisture, handling abrasions, and chemical wear.
• Razor-Sharp Text & Barcodes: Outfitted with a premium high-density black resin panel formulated to deliver deep, high-contrast text and highly scannable 1D or 2D barcodes.
• Extended Printhead Longevity: Custom-engineered to minimize structural friction, reduce static electricity, and prevent premature thermal printhead wear during high-volume operations.
• Turnkey Quality Maintenance: Each cartridge features a built-in printer cleaning roller that automatically removes microscopic airborne dust and debris during supply replacements.
• Eco-Conscious Infrastructure: Built with a smaller ribbon core and housed in corrugated cardboard packaging to actively reduce plastic waste and support corporate sustainability targets.

Technical Specifications

• Ribbon Type: Direct-to-card dye-sublimation / resin thermal transfer color ribbon
• Color Panel Configuration: YMCKO (Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black, Overlay)
• SKU / Part Number: 45230 (also referenced as 045230; directly replaces part number 45200)
• Print Yield Capacity: 250 single-sided prints per roll (or up to 125 double-sided cards)
• Cartridge Form Factor: EZ-Load disposable ribbon cartridge
• Printer Compatibility: Certified for use with the HID Fargo DTC4500e and DTC4500 ID Card Printers (Note: This ribbon is engineered exclusively for these heavy-duty series and is not compatible with other Fargo models).

In the Box

• HID Fargo 45230 YMCKO Ribbon Cartridge
• Integrated Printer Cleaning Roller