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SuppliesMax HIP494 Black Printer Ribbons 6 Pack

SKU CH-4RFN-GJ44J

Six-pack of black dot-matrix ribbons compatible with Honeywell-Bull HIP494 printers

  • Ribbon compatibilityWorks In Compuprint 42117 / 923 / 923 Plus / Honeywell-Bull
  • Compatible withHoneywell-Bull
  • Product typeInk Ribbon
  • Product colorBlack
  • Pack quantity6 per pack
  • DetailsCompatible
  • Sharp, professional output from premium materials built to OEM specifications
  • Reliable, consistent operation with excellent ink retention that reduces replacement frequency
  • Wide compatibility across Honeywell-Bull, Compuprint and Italia dot-matrix models including PRT-4203, PRT-4232 and PRT-9232
  • Six black ribbons per pack supply high-volume receipt and invoice printing
  • New condition ensures full performance and 30-day manufacturer warranty

Compatible Ribbon Pack for Honeywell-Bull Printers

This six-pack of black ink ribbons replaces the Honeywell-Bull HIP494 cartridge. It fits a wide range of dot matrix models including the PRT-4203, PRT-4232, PRT-9232, Compuprint 923 and 923 Plus, and the Italia 4-21 and 4-23 series. The ribbons are built to match OEM specifications for fit and function. Offices running high-volume receipt or invoice printing can stock a single part number for multiple legacy machines.

Consistent Output During Extended Print Runs

The ribbon formulation is engineered for excellent ink retention so density stays even across long batches of multipart forms. Sustained printing does not cause the fade or smudging that occurs when lower-grade fabric runs dry. Each cartridge delivers sharp characters from the first page to the last, reducing the need to pause and swap ribbons mid-job. Reliability remains steady whether the printer runs daily shifts or intermittent back-office tasks.

Direct Replacement for OEM HIP494 Cartridges

This pack upgrades from the original Honeywell-Bull ribbon without changing printer settings or maintenance routines. The jump is worth it when consumable cost per page matters more than brand loyalty, especially across fleets of PRU-4211, PRU-4212, PRU-7186 or PRU-7187 units. Buyers who need colour output or thermal-transfer media cannot use this product.

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Price $19.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSuppliesMAX
Model nameHoneywell-Bull HIP494
Product typeInk Ribbon
Product colorBlack
Compatibility
Compatible withHoneywell-Bull
In the box
Pack quantity6 per pack

Questions about this item

Does the HIP494 ribbon generate extra heat or noise during continuous high-volume printing?

The ribbon is a passive ink cartridge; it adds no heat or noise beyond the printer's own mechanism.

Which Honeywell-Bull printer models must I already own for the HIP494 six-pack to work?

Compatible models include PRT-4203, PRT-4211, PRT-4212, PRT-4232, PRT-9232, PRU-4211, PRU-4212, PRU-7186, PRU-7187, and Compuprint 42117, 923, 923 Plus.

Will the HIP494 ribbon fit older Honeywell-Bull Italia 4-21 or Model 21 dot-matrix printers I still use?

Yes — the ribbon series lists Italia 4-21, Italia 4-23 and Model 21 among its supported machines.

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