Panduit T100X000YKM-BK PXE™ Continuous Polyester Label Cassette 5-Pack
Overview
The Panduit T100X000YKM-BK is a PXE™ continuous-format polyester label cassette designed for on-demand printing of pipe markers, bin labels, voltage indicators, panels, and network identification tags. Each cassette delivers 9.14 meters (30 ft) of 24mm (0.94-inch) wide black-on-clear polyester tape — and because the cassette bundles both the label media and the ribbon together, swapping materials mid-job takes seconds rather than minutes. This 5-pack (T100X000YKM-BK, often searched as T100X000YKM BK) gives teams a working supply for extended labeling runs without repeated reordering.
Compatibility is limited to flat-label applications; this cassette is not suited for flag or die-cut formats. It installs directly in the Panduit MP100, MP200, and MP300 portable printers — three of the most common handheld label printers deployed in data centers, industrial facilities, and structured cabling environments.
Key Features
- Integrated cassette design (media + ribbon combined): The T100X000YKM-BK cassette loads as a single unit — no separate ribbon spool to thread or align. On a rack-and-stack project or a warehouse labeling push where dozens of cassettes change hands between technicians, this matters. Mis-loaded ribbons cause streaked or blank labels; the integrated format eliminates the failure mode entirely.
- Polyester substrate for durability: Polyester outperforms standard vinyl or paper in environments with moisture, cleaning chemicals, or abrasion. For pipe markers, panel labels, and cable IDs that need to stay legible through maintenance cycles, polyester is the correct material choice — not a premium upgrade.
- Black-on-clear color scheme: Clear backing lets the label color blend with the surface it's applied to (cable jackets, clear tubing, transparent bins), while black ink provides high-contrast readability. This is a practical choice for multi-color rack environments where colored labels would clash or lose visual hierarchy.
- 24mm (0.94-inch) width, 9.14m (30 ft) per cassette: At 30 ft per cassette and 5 cassettes per pack, you're getting 150 ft of printable tape. For a data center row or a structured cabling run with hundreds of termination points, that's a realistic single-session supply. Sizing is matched to the MP100/MP200/MP300 tape path — no trimming or adapter required.
- RoHS-compliant construction: Meets RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) requirements, which matters for deployments in EU-regulated facilities, government installations, or any project where environmental compliance documentation is part of the closeout package.
- 5-cassette pack with 120-unit carton quantity: The 5-pack format (package quantity: 5) suits project purchasing — enough for a single deployment without over-buying. The 120-unit carton quantity supports bulk procurement for integrators running multiple concurrent jobs or managing a van stock program.
- Broad application coverage: The continuous format supports custom-length printing — print a 2-inch patch panel label or a 10-inch pipe marker from the same cassette without media changes. For environments that mix rack labeling, cable management, and facility identification tasks, this flexibility reduces the number of tape SKUs a technician needs to carry.
Integration & Compatibility
The T100X000YKM-BK is engineered for use with the Panduit MP portable printer line — specifically the MP100, MP200, and MP300 models. Do not attempt to use this cassette with non-Panduit printers or with MP-series printers outside this compatibility list; cassette geometry and ribbon feed mechanisms vary by platform.
For flat-label applications only. If your project requires flag labels, die-cut formats, or heat-shrink tubing markers, a different cassette type is required. Confirm your printer model before ordering — the MP100/MP200/MP300 share this cassette format, but other Panduit portable printers use different media systems. Competitor cross-references include MC1-1000-595-CL-BK and T100X000YKC-BK for procurement comparison purposes.
Pairs naturally with a cable management program — continuous tape cassettes are the standard media type for patch panel labeling, tray identification, and zone-based cable ID schemes in structured cabling installations. If you're speccing out a full identification system, review the network infrastructure labeling options alongside this cassette to match tape width and material to each application zone.
What's in the Box
- 5x Panduit T100X000YKM-BK PXE™ continuous polyester label cassettes (black-on-clear, 24mm × 9.14m each)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which printers is the T100X000YKM-BK compatible with?
A: The T100X000YKM-BK is compatible with the Panduit MP100, MP200, and MP300 portable label printers. It is designed for flat-label applications only and is not compatible with other Panduit printer platforms or non-Panduit printers.
Q: How much tape is in each cassette, and how many cassettes come in this package?
A: Each cassette contains 9.14 meters (30 ft) of 24mm-wide (0.94 inch) polyester tape. This package includes 5 cassettes, providing a total of 45.7 meters (150 ft) of printable tape.
Q: What is the print color and substrate for this cassette?
A: The T100X000YKM-BK prints black ink on a clear polyester substrate. The clear backing blends with the surface it's applied to, while black ink delivers high-contrast readability.
Q: Is the T100X000YKM-BK RoHS compliant?
A: Yes. The T100X000YKM-BK meets RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliance requirements, making it suitable for EU-regulated facilities, government projects, and deployments where environmental compliance documentation is required.
Q: Can I use this cassette for flag labels or heat-shrink markers?
A: No. The T100X000YKM-BK is designed for flat-label applications only. Flag labels, die-cut formats, and heat-shrink tubing markers require different cassette types within the Panduit MP media lineup.
Q: What is the carton quantity for bulk purchasing?
A: The standard carton quantity is 120 units (individual cassettes), which equates to 24 five-packs. This supports bulk procurement for integrators managing multiple concurrent projects or van stock programs.
The T100X000YKM-BK is a consumable I spec by default for MP100/MP200/MP300 deployments where the identification scheme calls for clear-background labels — specifically because the integrated cassette format (media and ribbon in one unit) removes the most common source of field printing errors. At 9.14 meters per cassette and 5 cassettes per pack, you're carrying 150 ft of tape, which covers a typical IDF closet labeling job from patch panels to cable trays without a mid-job resupply.
Technical Highlights:
- 24mm (0.94-inch) tape width: Matches the standard field width for patch panel port labels and cable ID wraps — wide enough for multi-line text at 9pt, narrow enough to fit standard panel label strips without trimming.
- Polyester substrate: Resists cleaning chemicals and moisture better than vinyl or paper alternatives. In a data center where quarterly cleaning cycles are standard, this is the material that stays legible at year 3, not just year 1.
- RoHS compliance: Documented compliance ships with the product — if your project closeout requires environmental compliance records, this cassette supports that without a separate manufacturer inquiry.
Deployment Considerations:
- Confirm printer model before ordering. The MP100, MP200, and MP300 share this cassette format — but other Panduit portable printers use incompatible media systems. A wrong-cassette order on a tight installation schedule is a real delay risk.
- Flat-label applications only. If any portion of your labeling scope includes flag labels (common for cable ID on dense bundle runs) or heat-shrink markers (standard for wire harness work), you need additional cassette SKUs in parallel — this one won't cover those formats.
For a structured cabling project running MP-series printers across multiple IDFs — patch panels, cable trays, zone labels — the T100X000YKM-BK 5-pack is the right consumable to stock per technician kit. The clear substrate keeps visual hierarchy clean on multi-color rack environments, and the integrated cassette means even less-experienced field techs load it correctly every time.
