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Clear thermal-transfer printer ribbon in open spool form

DATAPRODUCTS

DATAPRODUCTS R5181-6 printer ribbon, thermal transfer, clear

SKU CH-XRN9-SC74R MPN R5181-6

A clear thermal-transfer printer ribbon for lift-off correction tape applications

  • Type detailsThermal Transfer
  • Product typeRibbon
  • Product colorClear
  • Thermal transfer printing for durable, smudge-resistant output
  • Clear ribbon colour suits lift-off correction tape applications
  • Compatible with OKI printers for reliable performance
  • Low-tack adhesive allows clean removal without residue
  • Ribbon format ensures consistent media feeding

Compatible thermal-transfer ribbon

The DATAPRODUCTS R5181-6 is a clear thermal-transfer printer ribbon designed as a compatible replacement for specific Oki models. It uses low-tack lift-off tape technology to produce crisp output on supported impact printers. This ribbon installs directly into the cartridge bay of the target machines. It is sold new and ready for immediate use in compatible environments.

For Oki impact printer maintenance

This ribbon suits operators maintaining legacy Oki impact printers that specify the R5181-6 part number for thermal-transfer printing. It is not for users of laser, inkjet or direct-thermal printers that do not accept a lift-off ribbon cassette. Buyers who need a resin or wax-resin formulation for barcode durability should look at a different ribbon type. Anyone without a matching Oki model cannot use this product.

Thermal-transfer low-tack lift-off tape

The single specification that decides fit is the thermal-transfer low-tack lift-off tape format in a clear colour. Only printers engineered for this exact ribbon mechanism will advance and tension the tape correctly. Confirm the printer service manual lists the R5181-6 before ordering. No other ribbon specification in the data overrides this compatibility requirement.

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Price $19.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDataproducts
Model nameR5181-6
Product typeRibbon
Product colorClear
Size & build
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size142 × 97 × 30 mm
More details
Type detailsThermal Transfer

Questions about this item

Does the R5181-6 ribbon generate noticeable heat or noise during continuous thermal-transfer printing?

The R5181-6 is a passive thermal-transfer ribbon; it contains no motor or electronics, so it produces no noise or measurable heat of its own.

Which printer models must I already own for this Dataproducts R5181-6 ribbon to work?

This ribbon is built for OKI printers that accept the R5181-6 form factor; verify your OKI model lists that part number before ordering.

Will the clear R5181-6 ribbon work alongside older OKI printheads I am still using?

Yes, the clear thermal-transfer formulation is compatible with the same OKI printheads that originally used the R5181-6 specification.

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