THERMAL TRANSFER
Thermal transfer printer spare parts
Spare parts for thermal transfer printers are among the many products available in the RBA catalogue. In a world where product identification is becoming increasingly important and ubiquitous, the thermal transfer printer has become an essential ally for any manufacturer or distributor.
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Brief explanation of thermal transfer printer components
The thermal transfer printer is based on the use of special inks, made up of specific chemical substances that can adhere to the paper under the action of a superheated gas that allows the ink to be released. To make this exchange possible, a carbon ribbon is used, the "ribbon", which transfers the ink to the material to be printed.
The main parts that make up a thermal transfer printer are the print head, the ribbon and the electromechanical parts that allow the equipment to function properly, all of which may need to be replaced to repair a printer or to maintain its performance over time.
Thermal transfer printer spare parts: printheads
Central to the correct operation of thermal transfer printers, heads are spare parts consisting of heating elements called dots (or "points") which, when heated by the power supply, reach a temperature suitable for transferring the thermoreactive substances within the ribbon onto the selected print media. The RBA catalogue contains a wide range of thermal printer spares, including flat and near edge heads, which are ideal for replacing damaged or worn parts, elements that allow the standard performance of the machine to be maintained over time.
The range of thermal printer spare parts available ranges from small heads for compact cash registers to those designed for supermarket scales, tabletop printers and integrated markers for industrial packaging lines.
Thermal transfer printer parts: ribbons
Choosing high quality thermal transfer ribbons allows you to prolong the life of your thermal head by protecting it from possible damage caused using poor-quality ribbons.
The thermal printer ribbons selected by RBA include thermal transfer ribbons for all coding needs, both for printing on labels, plastic film and flow packs, and all ribbons selected by the company are available in different types: resin, wax-enriched and wax-resin, in both flat and near edge/corner edge versions.
Thermal transfer printer: general spare parts
RBA has also selected a wide range of thermal printer spares that are dedicated to the electro-mechanical functionality of the machine. These include rollers, sensors, electrical cables and belts, as well as special solutions such as complete kits, headshells, springs, peelers, keyboards, power supplies, panels and gear components such as hinges, pins, bearings and brackets.
Thermal transfer printer spare parts: the RBA catalogue
The RBA catalogue contains all the components and spare parts described above, offered through a careful selection of the best international or Made in Italy products. The range includes both original and compatible spare parts, all at competitive prices. Browse the catalogue to find the most suitable thermal printer spare parts for your situation: invest in the maintenance and repair of your machines by choosing only the best solutions available.