Zebra 2.20" x 243 ft (57mm x 74m) TDW121 Wax Ribbon – 1/2" Core with Take-Up Core | 12-Pack

Premium 2-Inch Wax Ribbon for Desktop Thermal Transfer Printers

The Zebra 2.20" x 243 ft (57mm x 74m) TDW121 Wax Ribbon is a black, resin-enhanced wax thermal transfer ribbon designed for 2-inch wide desktop barcode label printers. Each ribbon is supplied on a 1/2" core with notches and comes with a take-up core included, making installation quick and easy. Sold as a 12-pack, this ribbon delivers excellent print quality, deep black density, and reliable performance for U.S. businesses that need consistent, scannable barcodes and text on a wide variety of labels.

• Ribbon Type: TDW121 premium resin-enhanced wax
• Size: 2.20" x 243 ft (57mm x 74m)
• Core Size: 1/2" core with notches (take-up core included)
• Color: Black
• Pack Size: 12 ribbons per carton
• Print Method: Thermal transfer

What Type of Labels Can I Use the TDW121 Wax Ribbon With?

The TDW121 Wax Thermal Ribbon is a versatile, resin-enhanced wax formulation that is ideal for most paper-based thermal transfer labels and tags, while also working well with many popular synthetic materials. It provides excellent sensitivity, solid fill, and sharp barcodes on:

• Uncoated paper labels and tags used for shipping, receiving, and inventory
• Coated and semi-gloss paper labels for product, shelf, and retail labeling
• Many synthetic labels such as polypropylene (BOPP)
• Color flood-coated labels where a high-contrast, dark barcode is required
• Durable tag stocks including Valeron® tags for tougher applications

This makes TDW121 a strong everyday choice for logistics, retail, healthcare, manufacturing, and office environments that depend on reliable barcode and text printing.

Need More Durability? Wax/Resin & Resin Options

Wax/Resin Option for Higher Durability & Synthetic Labels

If your application requires more durability than standard wax can offer—especially when printing on coated papers or some synthetic materials—consider upgrading to the Zebra 2.20" x 243 ft wax/resin ribbon . This wax/resin ribbon provides better durability than wax, offering improved resistance to smudging and abrasion on more demanding label surfaces, while still delivering rich, readable barcodes.

Resin Ribbon for Synthetic Labels & Harsh Environments

For synthetic labels and outdoor or harsh applications where labels are exposed to chemicals, heat, moisture, or heavy handling, you may need the extreme durability of a full resin ribbon. In these cases, we recommend the Zebra 2.20" x 243 ft resin ribbon , designed for maximum chemical, scratch, and heat resistance on synthetic label stocks.

Compatible 2-Inch Desktop Thermal Transfer Printers

This Zebra 2.20" x 243 ft TDW121 wax ribbon is sized at 57mm x 74m and uses a 1/2" notched core, making it compatible with many of the leading 2-inch wide desktop thermal transfer barcode label printers from Zebra, TSC, Godex, and Bixolon. It is an excellent choice for users standardizing on a common 2-inch ribbon size across multiple printer brands.

TDW121 Wax Ribbon – Premium Resin-Enhanced Wax Performance

The TDW121 Wax Ribbon is a premium resin-enhanced wax formulation designed to provide darker, sharper barcodes than standard wax ribbons, while also offering better durability. It can be used with:

• Standard paper thermal transfer labels (uncoated and coated)
• Many synthetic labels including polypropylene and certain films
• Color flood-coated labels where dense black print is required
• Valeron® and other durable tag materials

This blend of performance and flexibility makes TDW121 a great “go-to” ribbon for a wide variety of barcode labeling applications across your operation.

TDW121 with Zebra 2-Inch Desktop Thermal Label Printers

The TDW121 ribbon pairs perfectly with Zebra 2-Inch Desktop Thermal Label Printers such as the Zebra TLP 2824 series (TLP 2824, TLP 2824 Plus) and the newer Zebra ZD411 and ZD611 desktop printers. These compact printers are widely used in retail counters, pharmacies, labs, warehouses, and offices where space is tight but label quality and barcode readability are non-negotiable.

Combined with TDW121, these Zebra printers can produce:

• Shipping and small address labels
• Retail shelf and product labels
• Barcode ID, location, and asset labels
• Healthcare and lab labels (on appropriate materials)

Godex RT200, RT200i, RT230i Ribbons and Printers

The Godex RT200, RT200i, and RT230i are compact 2-inch desktop printers used in offices, warehouses, and retail environments for barcoding and small-format labeling. TDW121 wax ribbons are an excellent fit for these Godex Thermal Transfer Printers , delivering crisp, high-contrast barcodes and text on a wide range of paper labels and tags.

Typical applications include:

• Inventory and stock labeling
• Equipment and asset tags
• Bin, shelf, and carton labels
• Retail price and barcode labels

TSC TH220, TH230, TTP-225, TTP-323 Ribbons and Printers

TSC TH220, TH230, TTP-225, and TTP-323 are popular 2-inch thermal transfer printers used throughout logistics, healthcare, manufacturing, and offices for compact label printing. The TDW121 ribbon is specifically sized for these models and is ideal for customers standardizing on TSC TTP-225 printer and related 2-inch printers across multiple locations.

Use TDW121 with TSC printers for:

• Shipping and receiving labels
• Location, rack, and bin labels
• Sample and specimen labels (on suitable materials)
• General office and identification labels

Bixolon SLP-YX200 Ribbon and Printer

The Bixolon SLP-YX200 is a 2-inch desktop thermal transfer printer designed for compact, high-quality barcode and label printing. TDW121 wax ribbons provide dark, crisp output on paper labels, making them an excellent choice for Bixolon Label Printers in retail, logistics, healthcare, and office environments.

With TDW121, the SLP-YX200 is well suited for:

• Return address and small shipping labels
• Barcoded shelf and price labels
• SKU and parts labeling
• File and office organization labels

DuraFast Label Company – Your Best Source for Desktop Ribbons

DuraFast Label Company is your best place online in the USA to buy Zebra ribbons, Godex ribbon, TSC ribbon, and Bixolon ribbons. We stock a wide range of wax, wax/resin, and resin ribbons for the most popular 2-inch and 4-inch desktop thermal transfer printers, and we ship quickly across the United States. Our team can help you select the right ribbon formulation and size for your label materials and application requirements.

Request a Free Ribbon Sample

Not sure if TDW121 wax ribbon is the right choice for your labels or printers? DuraFast offers a Free Ribbon Sample program so you can test print quality and durability before placing a larger order. Simply fill out the request form and we’ll send you a sample ribbon to evaluate in your Zebra, TSC, Godex, or Bixolon desktop printer.

With TDW121 wax ribbons and DuraFast Label Company’s extensive lineup of printers, labels, and supplies, you can count on reliable, high-quality barcode printing for your 2-inch desktop thermal transfer labeling needs throughout the USA.