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Why B125CS Is The Thermal Transfer Ribbon That Provides High Investment Efficiency?

January 13, 2025
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B125CS là gì? Mực TTR Resin B125CS Ricoh
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    Imagine that on a beautiful day, your boss unexpectedly assigns you a task: to find a better Thermal Transfer Ribbon (TTR) for the company's barcode labels. Faced with this challenge, what do you envision as the optimal TTR to maximize investment efficiency?
    Investment efficiency encompasses various benefits of investing in TTR, such as print image quality, versatility, and cost optimization. At this point, you might wonder if there is a TTR that delivers durable, versatile, and cost-effective performance. The answer is yes: B125CS. This article will explore why B125CS is the perfect solution.

     

    Consider what is a suitable TTR things you should know

    Part 1: All You Need To Know About B125CS

    Known as a supplier of high-quality thermal transfer printing materials from Japan, Ricoh offers a wide range of TTR solutions, including Wax, Wax Resin, and Resin, tailored to meet diverse customer needs.

    Understanding the balance between cost and quality amid economic challenges, Ricoh introduced a versatile Resin TTR in 2022. This line meets market demands for high performance while remaining budget-friendly. Among these, B125CS stands out as a key product that optimizes investment efficiency for barcode printing solutions. Let's analyze its features from different perspectives.

    B125CS - Economical Resin Thermal Transfer Ribbon Series

    Print Quality And Versatility

    Let's explore the print quality when using the B125CS thermal transfer ribbon through the following specifications:

    B125CS is a type of TTR that can print clearly on both film and paper materials

    This means that users do not have to worry about material compatibility with label materials when using B125CS, which will be clarified further in the context below.

    To easily visualize the versatility of B125CS, the table below will compare the operation of a labeling system using TTR Resin B125CS, as recorded through experiments at Ricoh, and another TTR of the same segment.

    (Note that the printed materials and operational stages here are for illustrative purposes only)


    Other TTR
    StageImporting raw materialProcessingStorageDelivery
    TTR Type TTR 1 WaxTTR 2 Resin TTR 1 Wax TTR 2 Resin
    Receiving MaterialCoated PaperSyntheticCoated Paper Synthetic
    Quantity10 rolls15 rolls15 rolls 10 rolls
    Replacement time3 mins3 mins3 mins 3 mins

    TTR Resin B125CS from Ricoh
     Stage Importing raw materialProcessingStorage Delivery
    TTR TypeB125CS
    Receiving Material
    Coated PaperSyntheticCoated PaperSynthetic
    Quantity 50 rolls
    Replacement time 1.5 mins1.5 mins 1.5 mins1.5 mins

    From the table above, with the same operating process, B125CS performs better than other TTRs in simplifying the workflow by reducing 1/2 the time to replace the material and ensuring compatibility with a wide range of labels. Besides, it minimizes the effort spent on managing printing materials.

    Not only in terms of print image quality but also in abrasion resistance, B125CS demonstrates itself as a very worthwhile investment in a Resin-level barcode ribbon. Some tests have been conducted at Ricoh (Please note that these tests are for reference purposes, results obtained with compatible materials and used under optimal printing conditions, please contact Ricoh for further consultation).

    Resistance Tests

    B125CS offers exceptional durability, including:

    Abrasion Resistance

    Matains sharpness throughout the product lifecycle.

    B1125CS chống chịu ma sát vượt trội
    Chemical Resistance

    Withstands exposure to common substances

    B125CS can can resist to common chemical substances

    Watch the experimental trial video now.

    The conclusion for this part is that if the ability to maintain a long-lasting and sharp printed image of Resin TTR is the "genetic makeup," then B125CS meets the quality requirements of that genetic makeup quite well.

    Certification Readiness

    Another factor that reinforces the versatility and multi-applicability of B125CS is its "high readiness" as it has been certified to meet international safety standards such as MSDS, RoHS, REACH, and Halogen, thus confidently participating in operational processes across various industries. This criterion can also be considered as a preparation for the future when export markets are becoming increasingly "demanding" and applying many different standards, and products that wish to circulate need to comply with multiple certifications.

    Contact Ricoh now if your label is having issues with any types of certificates.

    Resin B125CS đạt được nhiều chứng nhận an toàn quốc tế

    Cost Optimization

    Considering the costs, based on Ricoh's sales data, customers advised to use B125CS are likely to remain loyal to this Resin line for reasons such as:

    • Bulk Purchasing Advantages: Purchasing a single versatile TTR in larger quantities often results in better supplier discounts.
    • Reduced Material Management: Managing one type of TTR simplifies storage and inventory.
    • Prolonged Print Head Lifespan: Lower heat requirements reduce wear on the print head, saving operational costs.
    • Minimized downtime: Streamlined replacement processes and fewer errors improve productivity.

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    Experiments from Ricoh and at customers have shown that on average, each time the printing materials are replaced, the machine operator will spend at least 3 minutes to replace and adjust the machinery and conduct test prints. During this process, the production line must stop to wait or there needs to be a plan to print labels in advance before proceeding with the replacement to avoid having to stop the production line.

    Very rare, but there will still be cases where labels are incompatible with TTR or one of the materials has not been purchased in time, replacement will be interrupted and affect the production process. As an operational staff in the printing department, you would not want to find yourself in a situation of urgently searching for compatible printing materials.

    This situation will become even more serious if there is only one labeling printing system in your production line to use for all.

    That is why B125CS is the optimal choice when looking for a labeling printing solution for multiple processes, multi-applications, and once again reaffirms that choosing the right type of Thermal transfer ribbon will be the "key" to achieving high investment efficiency for the traceability system using barcode labels for enterprises.

    In Vietnam, the B125CS is officially distributed by Ricoh Vietnam and is becoming one of the most sought-after and widely used product lines of Ricoh.

    See detailed information about B125CS: Learn more

    Part 2: Best Suited Application

    B125CS’s ability to print sharp images on both paper and film makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, including:


    Part 3: Conclusion

    When investing in a TTR for your label printing system, consider factors such as print quality, versatility, and cost-efficiency. B125CS delivers on all these fronts, making it a high-performance, cost-effective choice developed by Ricoh.

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