R396 boasts print speeds up to 26 IPS (660mm per second) making this ribbon the choice for high-speed flexible packaging applications. In addition to its high performance, R396 surpasses the competition in abrasion resistance and is a viable solution to applications such as parts packaging, medical devices, cosmetics, healthcare, and pharmaceutical. R396 is designed with DNP’s standard anti-static and backcoat properties to protect printheads and extend printhead life. And, like all DNP ribbons, R396 is an industry leader in Edge Definition™ producing dark, dense images for improved scan rates.

Polypropylene, polyethylene, polyolefin, nylon, polyester films

DNP R396 Applications
DNP R396 Data Sheet

Extremely fast print speeds up to 26 IPS (660mm per second). Perfect for prime retail flexible packages. Remarkable image density. Superior abrasion resistance. Unbeatable Edge Definition™ for dark, dense images and improved scan rates. Anti-static for easy handling and extended printhead life. DNP’s specially formulated backcoating for printhead protection
DNP R396 Ribbon Properties
Description	Result	Test Method
Ink	Resin
Color	Black	Visual
Total Thickness	5.45 ± 0.9μ	Micrometer
Base Film Thickness	4.0 ± 0.5μ	Micrometer
Ink Thickness	1.45 ± 0.4μ	Micrometer
Ink Melting Point	81°C (178°F)	Differential Scanning Calorimeter
DNP R396 Durability of Printed Image
Description	Result	Test Method
Print Density	> 1.40	Densitometer
Smudge Resistance	A*	Colorfastness Tester - 100 Cycles @ 500 Grams with Cotton Cloth
Scratch Resistance	A*	Colorfastness Tester - 50 Cycles @ 200 Grams with Stainless Steel Pointed Tip
*American National Standard Institute (ANSI) Grade Levels A, B, C, D, and F, where A is excellent, B is above average, C is average, D is below average, and F is poor.

This grade is available from stock in a wide variety of sizes suitable for many types of thermal transfer printers.

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