Evolis YMCKOK

The Evolis YMCKOK ribbon for Primacy and Primacy 2 Printers is ideal for dual-sided printing, where the front of the card needs vibrant color printing (including images and logos), and the back requires black text or simple elements (such as ID numbers, expiration dates, etc.). The protective overlay ensures long-lasting prints, making it perfect for ID cards, membership cards, loyalty cards, or any application where durability and cost-efficiency are needed.

Color: YMCKOK (Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black, Overlay, Black).

The Evolis YMCKOK ribbon

Overview

The YMCKOK Ribbon for Primacy and Primacy 2 Printers, is designed for high-quality, double-sided printing. It features a combination of color (Yellow, Magenta, Cyan), black resin, and a protective overlay. This ribbon is ideal for printing full-color images on the front of cards and black text or simple elements on the back. It is an ideal choice for cost-efficient dual-sided cards while ensuring durability and clarity.

Advantages

Cost-Efficient: YMCKOK ribbons provide up to 35% savings in cost per card when printing color on the front and black text or elements on the back.

Photo-Quality Prints: Capable of producing up to 16 million colors, ensuring sharp and vibrant images and clear text.

Durability: Includes an overlay varnish that increases the lifespan of the prints, allowing cards to last up to 3 years.

Dual-Sided Printing: Efficient for producing dual-sided cards with full-color prints on the front and black text or elements on the back.

High Reliability: Tested and validated by Evolis R&D and Quality departments for consistent, high-quality results.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Ribbon Type: YMCKOK (Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black, Overlay, Black).

Technology: Suitable for dye-sublimation and thermal transfer technologies.

Material: PET with specialized coatings and a low concentration of colorants insoluble in water.

Panels: 6 panels – Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black, Overlay, and Black.

Overlay Thickness: 1.1 microns.

Ribbon Length: 98 mm per panel.

Compatible with: PVC and composite cards.

Printing Lifespan: Up to 3 years.

Specs

Printing Process: Diffusion temperature above 50°C / 122°F.

Storage: Can be stored for up to 1 year unopened in a cool, dry environment (5-25°C / 41-77°F, 50-70% RH). After opening, the ribbon has a lifetime of 3 months if stored properly under cool, dry conditions.

Number of Prints: Ribbon capacity depends on the printer model and layout but typically provides high output for dual-sided color printing.

RFID System: Available with printers supporting automatic ribbon recognition for improved user-friendliness.

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Composite

Multiple layers including a protective overlay gives more strength and durability

PVC

Durable, high-quality PVC card with a professional, smooth finish

PVC magnetic stripe

Perfect for licenses, employee badges, school ID’s, or gift cards

Access | Proximity

programmed access control solutions to hospitals, schools, and institutions

  • White Cards come in: Composite, PVC, PVC Magnetic Stripe, And Access/Proximity options.
  • Choose between neatly wrapped bundles of 50 or 100 cards, or go big with boxes of 500 cards if you’re stocking up.
  • Proudly made and shipped right here in the USA, ensuring quality and quick delivery.

Edikio Price Tag

A long price tag and credit card-sized tag, both featuring a sleek matte finish.

PVC

Durable, high-quality PVC card with a professional, smooth finish

PVC magnetic stripe

Perfect for licenses, employee badges, school ID’s, or gift cards

  • Black cards come in: Edikio Price tag, PVC, And PVC Magnetic Stripe options.
  • Choose between neatly wrapped bundles of 50 or 100 cards, or go big with boxes of 500 cards if you’re stocking up.
  • Proudly made and shipped right here in the USA, ensuring quality and quick delivery.

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Potential Supplies

examples

Potential Supplies

Standard CR-80

Standard  CR-80, 30 mil thick pvc with gloss finish

Composite

Multiple layers including a protective overlay gives more strength and durability

PVC magnetic stripe

Perfect for licenses, employee badges, school ID’s, or gift cards

  • The standard and mag stripe PVC cards shown above are available in every color displayed, giving you plenty of vibrant options.
  • Choose between neatly wrapped bundles of 50 or 100 cards, or go big with boxes of 500 cards if you’re stocking up.
  • Proudly made and shipped right here in the USA, ensuring quality and quick delivery.