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Zebra ZD500 Thermal Printer Ribbons - Wax, Wax/Resin & Resin

Zebra ZD500 ribbons & labels – Wax, wax-resin, resin options. OEM quality, lowest prices & same-day shipping.

Zebra ZD500 Thermal Printer Datasheet
Ink Side
Coated side out (CSO)
Printer Technology
direct-thermal
thermal-transfer
Media Characteristics
Media Core
1" Core
Media O.D.
5.00
Ribbon Characteristics
Ribbon Width Range
1.33" ~ 4.3" (33.8mm ~ 109mm)
Ribbon Length
74
Ribbon Core
1/2" Core
Ribbon O.D.
1.36

Thermal Transfer Ribbon Supplies for Zebra ZD500 Thermal Printer Printer

Wolfbarco offers four grades thermal transfer ribbons, general purpose wax, premium wax, wax/resin and resin. It is critical to choose the appropriate grade of ribbon for your printing needs.

Ribbon

General Purpose Wax
4.33" x 244' (110 mm x 74 m) General Purpose Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbon
Ink Side: Outside
Core Size: 1/2"
$59.52 $1.65/roll
Resin-Enhanced Wax
4.33" x 243' (110 mm x 74 m) Premium Resin Enhanced Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbon
Ink Side: Outside
Core Size: 1/2"
$84.60 $2.35/roll
Standard Wax/Resin
4.33" x 243' (110 mm x 74 m) Premium Wax/Resin Thermal Transfer Ribbon
Ink Side: Outside
Core Size: 1/2"
$134.68 $3.74/roll
Standard Resin
4.33" x 243' (110 mm x 74 m) Premium High Speed Resin Thermal Transfer Ribbon
Ink Side: Outside
Core Size: 1/2"
$194.79 $5.41/roll

Label

Direct Thermal Label
4000 pcs 4" x 6" Fanfold Direct Thermal White, 1 label per fold, 500 Labels / Stack, 8 Stacks / Box
$52.98 $26.49/roll
Thermal Transfer Label
4" x 6" Thermal Transfer Label, Fanfold, 2 labels / fold, 2000 label / stack, 2 stack / box
$50.56 $25.28/roll
Thermal Transfer Label
4“ x 4" blank thermal transfer label, round corner, fanfold, 2 cross, 1 perf every 2 labels, 2000 labels per stack, 3 stacks per box
$59.45 $19.82/roll
Thermal Transfer Label
4 x 4" blank thermal transfer label, white, round corner, fanfold, 2 cross
$60.41 $20.14/roll

FAQ for Zebra ZD500 Thermal Printer Ribbons

What ribbon sizes are compatible with Zebra ZD500?

The Zebra ZD500 accepts ribbon widths from 1.33" ~ 4.3" (33.8mm ~ 109mm). Standard lengths include 74 meters. Choose a ribbon at least 0.5" wider than your labels for optimal coverage.

What types of ribbons work with Zebra ZD500?

The Zebra ZD500 supports three ribbon types:

  • Wax: Most economical. Best for paper labels and indoor use.
  • Wax-Resin: Better durability and scratch resistance. Good for synthetic labels.
  • Resin: Maximum durability for harsh environments and polyester labels.

Choose based on your label material and durability needs.

How do I calibrate the Zebra ZD500?

If your Zebra ZD500 is skipping labels or printing incorrectly, calibration is needed:

  1. Turn off the printer
  2. Press and hold FEED button while turning on
  3. Wait for the status light to flash
  4. Release - the printer will feed labels to calibrate

This teaches the printer to detect label size and gaps. Calibrate when changing label sizes.