Keep your high-volume plastic card printing operations running smoothly with the genuine Evolis N6F203E100 YMCKO-K dual-sided ribbon. Part of the specialized Easy4Pro range, this ribbon is supplied without a plastic cassette container, making it a conscious choice for businesses looking to minimize plastic waste and lower their carbon footprint during large-scale card production.

This ribbon uses a six-panel setup: Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black, and a clear protective Overlay panel (YMCKO) for the front of the plastic card, followed by a secondary Black (K) panel for the reverse. This lets you print photographic-quality staff portraits, branding, and graphics on the front of the pass, whilst reserving the back of the card for terms and conditions, contact information, or scannable barcodes in sharp black resin.

The clear overlay varnish applies a protective coat across the face of the card, sealing the colour print from day-to-day handling, friction, and UV fading for up to three years.

Technical Specifications

Applications & Common Uses

The dual-sided panel layout and eco-conscious design make the N6F203E100 ribbon well-suited for high-capacity in-house card production bureaus and large work environments:

• Dual-Sided Corporate ID Badges: Print vibrant employee photo identities on the front, and place building access rules, facility maps, or security details on the back.

• Student & School IDs: Ideal for printing a clean student photo identity card on the face, leaving the reverse clear for library barcodes, emergency contact numbers, or term validity details.

• Membership & Loyalty Cards: Create professional retail or gym passes with full brand graphics on the front and cardholder terms or a scan-ready customer barcode on the reverse.

• Event and Visitor Passes: Produce temporary security passes featuring an attendee photograph on the front and event itineraries or legal conditions on the back.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the difference between the R6F203E100 and this N6F203E100 ribbon? Both ribbons feature the exact same print quality and YMCKO-K panel layout. However, the R-series comes inside a plastic cassette frame, whereas this N-series (Easy4Pro) ribbon consists of the bare ribbon roll without a plastic chassis. It is designed for print operations that wish to reduce plastic consumption and shipping weight.

How do I install an Easy4Pro ribbon if it doesn't have a cassette? Easy4Pro ribbons are designed to be dropped directly into your printer's reusable ribbon cassette core or support frame. Consult your printer manual for the quick steps required to clip the bare roll on manually.

Can I use this ribbon for single-sided printing? You can, but it is not recommended. If you use a YMCKO-K ribbon for single-sided cards, the printer will skip the secondary black (K) panel on every cycle, causing you to waste half the capacity of the roll. For single-sided cards, a standard YMCKO ribbon is the correct selection.

Which printers work with the N6F203E100 ribbon? This ribbon is designed exclusively for the Evolis Primacy 2 card printer (Duplex/double-sided models). It will not fit or work inside the original first-generation Evolis Primacy or Zenius machines.

How should I store this ribbon? Keep unused rolls in their original packaging in a cool, dry, and dust-free environment (ideally between 10°C and 20°C). Because thermal ribbon panels are sensitive to heat and light, keep them away from direct sunlight, radiators, or high humidity, and use the ribbon within one year of purchase.