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CW502 Wax Ribbon — Lowest-Cost Thermal Transfer Ribbon | Codewel

CW502 Wax Ribbon - New Low-Cost Thermal Transfer Ribbon from Codewel

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Codewel today launches the CW502 Wax Ribbon, a new entry-level thermal transfer ribbon engineered for high-volume buyers, distributors and wholesalers who need reliable print quality at the lowest cost. Designed as an economical but dependable option in Codewel's wax ribbon lineup, CW502 delivers clear images at low print temperatures while protecting printheads and extending service life - all at an unbeatable procurement price of only $0.03 / m².

Why procurement teams and distributors will want CW502 Wax Ribbon

 

Lowest cost in the Codewel wax range

$0.03 / m² makes CW502 a top choice for large-volume purchasing and competitive resale margins.

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Sharp image at low print temperature

Formulated for strong blackness and definition even at low energy settings, reducing printer wear and energy consumption.

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Printhead protection & longer life

Unique back-coating and optimized wax formulation reduce abrasion and static - lowering printhead replacement frequency and maintenance costs.

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Wide label compatibility

Works reliably on coated paper, vellum, gloss paper and many common label stocks used for logistics, retail, food labelling and tags.

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Made for bulk operations

Stable heat sensitivity and melt point characteristics support consistent printing across long runs and multiple printer models.

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Printing Effect

 

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Density: 5
Speed: 2
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Density: 7
Speed: 2
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Density: 8
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Density: 10
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Density: 13
Speed: 2

 

Key technical specifications

 

Wax Ribbon CW502
Material
General Purpose Wax
Color
Black or custom
Ink side
IN or OUT
Core size
1/2 Inch, 1Inch, or Customized
Basic Width
30mm,40mm,50mm,60mm,70mm,80mm,90mm,100mm,110mm or Customized
Basic Length
30m,74m,90m,100m,300m,450m,600m,650m or Customized
Ink Melting Point
70℃
Color Density
≥2.1
Printing Speed
0-6 IPS
Label Applicability
100
Carrier's Thickness
4.5±0.2μm
Ribbon's Thickness
7.0±0.3μm
Heat Sensitivity
80
Heat Resistance
60℃
Scratch Resistance
12
Solvent Resistance
20
Usage Condition
-5~40℃,30%~85%RH
Storage Condition
-5~40℃,20%~85%RH
Sample
Contact to get free sample !

 

Best-fit applications

 

CW502 wax barcode ribbon is targeted at B2B buyers who require affordable, dependable ribbon for:
 

Inventory & logistic labels

Retail & supermarket labelling

Food labels and packaging with short print-to-use times

Tags, ticketing and general-purpose labeling

Medical and pharmacy non-critical labels

 

Procurement & distribution advantages

 

About Codewel
 

Codewel is a professional manufacturer and global supplier of thermal transfer ribbons, specializing in cost-effective, high-performance solutions for B2B customers worldwide. With a strong focus on wax, wax-resin, and resin ribbons, Codewel serves ribbon wholesalers, distributors, OEM partners, and large-volume procurement teams across logistics, retail, manufacturing, and labeling industries.

Backed by source-level manufacturing, Codewel delivers stable quality, consistent batch performance, and competitive factory-direct pricing. Our products are engineered to offer comparable real-world performance to leading global brands, while helping partners reduce total procurement costs and improve resale margins.

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High margins for resellers

Ultra-low cost supports attractive wholesale pricing and volume discounting structures.

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OEM / bulk supply readiness

Codewel is a factory-level supplier accustomed to large orders and long-term contracts.

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Samples & testing

Samples available to qualified distributors and large buyers for compatibility testing before purchase.

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Certificates & quality control

Produced under controlled processes with typical industry certifications (available upon request).

 

 

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If you're searching for an affordable wax ribbon supplier, thermal transfer ribbon for high-volume printing, or a printhead-protecting barcode ribbon, the Codewel CW502 Wax Ribbon offers industry-competitive performance at a market-leading price. It's ideal for distributors, wholesalers and procurement specialists looking to cut consumables cost without sacrificing print clarity or printer longevity.

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