
Description
Magicard MB600KO Monochrome Ribbon
Professional monochrome black printing with protective overlay—crisp text, barcodes, and graphics with lasting durability. Perfect for employee badges, access control cards, and professional ID applications requiring sharp black output and protective coating for Magicard 600 series printers.
Achieve cost-effective professional card printing with 600 single-sided prints per ribbon—monochrome thermal resin ribbon engineered specifically for Magicard 600 series that delivers sharp black text, scannable barcodes, and clear graphics with protective overlay for durable, high-quality monochrome ID cards.
Why This Monochrome Ribbon Works
- Crisp black text and barcodes — Black resin technology ensures sharp, professional-quality text and scannable barcodes that maintain clarity and readability for reliable card functionality and access control systems
- Cost-effective ID solutions — Monochrome printing significantly reduces per-card costs compared to color ribbons while maintaining professional appearance, perfect for large-volume badge programs and budget-conscious organizations
- Built-in card protection — Clear overlay panel creates a protective shield over your printed surface, preventing fading, scratches, and daily wear to extend card lifespan and maintain professional appearance
- High-volume efficiency — 600-card yield per ribbon maximizes productivity and minimizes ribbon changes, ideal for busy environments requiring consistent card production with minimal downtime
- Optimized for Magicard 600 — Genuine Magicard engineering ensures seamless performance with your 600 series printer, maintaining print quality and protecting your valuable printhead investment
- Professional card durability — Thermal resin printing creates permanent, fade-resistant images that withstand daily handling, UV exposure, and environmental conditions for long-lasting professional ID cards
- Streamlined workflow integration — Compatible with existing badge management software and database systems, enabling smooth integration into current ID card production workflows without additional complexity
Printer Compatibility
- Magicard 600 — Exclusively designed for Magicard 600 single-sided ID card printers for perfect compatibility and optimal monochrome performance
- Magicard 600 Duo — Works seamlessly with Magicard 600 Duo dual-sided models (prints monochrome on one side only)
- CR80 30 Mil Blank PVC Cards — Professional grade polished cards (3⅜" x 2⅛") compatible with Magicard 600 thermal printing, printable on both sides with no magnetic stripe for standard ID applications
- Magicard 3633-0053 Cleaning Kit — Essential maintenance kit with 10 alcohol cleaning cards and 1 printhead cleaning pen to maintain optimal print quality and extend printer lifespan for Magicard 600 series
- Regional Code Compatible — Available with regional codes (e.g., MB600KO/2 for USA, MB600KO/3 for Europe/APAC) - ensure your ribbon matches your printer region to avoid errors
- Cleaning Roller Included — Comes with cleaning roller to maintain optimal printer performance and consistent print quality throughout the ribbon's lifespan
- Not Compatible With — Magicard Pronto, Enduro, Rio Pro, Rio Pro 360, Xtended, or other Magicard printer models (this is specifically for 600 series only)
- Easy Installation — Drop-in cassette design with user-friendly ribbon replacement that minimizes downtime and keeps monochrome production running smoothly
Here's How KO Monochrome Printing Actually Works
Specifications
| Part Number: | MB600KO (MB600KO/2) |
| Print Yield: | 600 single-sided monochrome cards |
| Panel Configuration: | K-O (Black resin + Clear Overlay) |
| Compatible Printers: | Magicard 600, Magicard 600 Duo only |
| Print Side: | Single-sided monochrome with protective overlay |
| Technology: | Monochrome Thermal Resin Printing |
| Print Resolution: | 600 x 300 dpi (allows for legible micro-text) |
| Cleaning Roller: | Included with ribbon |
Where Monochrome Printing Really Shines
- Employee Badges — Cost-effective employee identification with crisp black text, employee names, and access control barcodes with professional appearance and protective overlay
- Visitor Passes — Temporary identification badges with clear visitor information, date stamps, and company branding for security and visitor management programs
- Access Control Cards — High-quality monochrome badges with employee details and scannable barcodes for building access, parking, and security system integration
- Membership Cards — Professional membership identification with member details, barcodes for tracking, and organizational information for clubs, gyms, and associations
- Barcode Credentials — Sharp, scannable black barcodes for logistics, retail, event management, and tracking applications where reliability is crucial
- Government & Public Sector IDs — Official identification cards where security, durability, and cost-effectiveness are important, leveraging the protective overlay feature
Common Questions
Questions about monochrome printing?
Our Magicard experts can guide you on KO ribbon applications, monochrome card design, and best practices for cost-effective ID card programs with Magicard 600 series printers.
Call 1-800-380-6726 or Contact us for specialized support.