Codewel is proud to announce the launch of its newest standard wax thermal transfer ribbon, CW503 - engineered to deliver excellent print quality, clear barcodes and stable performance at a competitive price point. CW503 is ideal for label applications where cost-efficiency and reliable barcode readability matter, and it performs well on a wide range of paper label substrates.
Key benefits
High-speed printing capable
Designed for reliable printing up to 14 ips on many label stocks.
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Excellent barcode clarity
Optimized for both horizontal and vertical barcodes and small characters (industry-grade clarity).
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Cost-effective
Standard wax formulation balances print quality and price - perfect for high-volume, price-sensitive deployments
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Wide compatibility
Works with most thermal transfer printers and common label face stocks (matt coated, vellum, glossy coated).
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Stable performance
Consistent blackness and print density across long runs.
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Typical performance indicators
Blackness / Print Density: strong, consistent results (Color Density ≥ 2.1)
Small characters readability: high (score shown on spec sheet: 80)
Barcode performance: Horizontal barcode score 100, Vertical barcode score 60 (excellent horizontal barcode clarity)
Abrasion & scratch resistance: moderate - Abrasion Resistance 30, Scratch Resistance 30 (suitable for standard labeling environments)
Printing energy range: 6–18 (printer settings will vary by model and substrate)
Solvent resistance: 0 (standard wax - not recommended where chemical resistance is required)
Technical specifications (from product sheet)
Material: General Purpose Wax
Color: Black
Carrier Thickness: 4.5 ± 0.3 µm
Ribbon Thickness: 7.5 ± 0.5 µm
Ink Melting Point: 65°C
Color Density: ≥ 2.1
Printing Speed: 0–14 ips
Heat Sensitivity: 80
Heat Resistance: 60°C
Scratch Resistance: 30
Solvent Resistance: 0
Label Applicability: 100 (broad applicability across common paper labels)
Usage Conditions: 5°C–35°C, 20%–85% RH
Storage Conditions: 5°C–35°C, 20%–80% RH
Recommended applications
CW503 is an excellent choice for:
Shipping & logistics labels
Retail price tags and shelf labels
General-purpose product labeling where high print speed and cost-efficiency are priorities
Environments where label abrasion is low-to-moderate and chemical exposure is limited
Availability & samples
CW503 is available now from Codewel. For samples, technical datasheets, or bulk pricing, please contact Codewel's sales team or your regional distributor. Codewel can provide compatibility guidance to help select optimal print settings for your printer model and label stock.
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Codewel supplies thermal transfer ribbons and barcode printing consumables for B2B customers worldwide. Focused on product quality, consistent supply and responsive service, Codewel supports manufacturers, distributors and label printers with solutions tuned to real-world production needs.
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Codewel supplies thermal transfer ribbons and barcode printing consumables for B2B customers worldwide. Focused on product quality, consistent supply and responsive service, Codewel supports manufacturers, distributors and label printers with solutions tuned to real-world production needs.
