HID 84511 YMCK Resin Black Ribbon

Overview

The HID 84511 is a YMCK (yellow, magenta, cyan, black) full-color ribbon with integrated resin black panel, designed for high-volume ID card and credential printing. Each ribbon cartridge yields 500 printed images, making it the consumable backbone for enterprise badge issuance, visitor management, and access control credential production where color fidelity and longevity matter. The resin black component ensures durable, fade-resistant text and security overlays on card stock.

Compatibility

The 84511 ribbon is compatible with HID HDP5000 and HDP5600 card printer models. Users operating legacy HDP5000 firmware versions should verify compatibility before ordering — firmware updates may be required on older deployments to ensure proper ribbon advance and print-head alignment. Confirm your printer model and current firmware revision before procurement to avoid installation delays.

Installation Notes

The 84511 ribbon cartridge installs directly into the card printer's ribbon bay. No additional tools or calibration beyond standard ribbon-loading procedure is required. Ensure the printer is powered off during installation. Verify ribbon seating is secure and the advance mechanism engages fully before resuming print jobs. Store unused ribbons in a cool, dry environment to prevent color shift or resin degradation.

What's in the Box

• 1x HID 84511 YMCK Resin Black Ribbon cartridge (500-image capacity)