Fargo 45200 YMCKO Color Ribbon w/ Cleaning Roller

Produce vibrant, high-quality ID cards at scale with the Fargo 45200 YMCKO Color Ribbon. Designed for Fargo DTC4500 and DTC4500e printers, this high-yield ribbon delivers sharp full-color images, crisp text, and durable card output for high-volume ID issuance.

The YMCKO panel configuration includes yellow, magenta, and cyan panels for full-color printing, a black resin panel for precise text and barcodes, and a clear overlay panel that protects cards from wear, fading, and everyday handling. An integrated cleaning roller removes dust and debris before printing—helping maintain consistent print quality and extend printhead life.

Ideal for government agencies, large organizations, and centralized ID programs, the Fargo 45200 ribbon provides efficient, reliable, and professional results with every print.

Key Features

• YMCKO full-color ribbon for high-resolution card printing

• High yield of up to 500 prints per roll

• Black resin panel for sharp text and barcodes

• Clear overlay panel protects cards from wear and fading

• Integrated cleaning roller removes debris before printing

• Designed for high-volume printing environments

• Genuine HID Fargo OEM consumable

What’s Included

• YMCKO full-color ribbon cartridge

• Integrated cleaning roller

Compatible Printers

The Fargo 45200 ribbon is compatible with:

• Fargo DTC4500

• Fargo DTC4500e

Specifications

• Manufacturer: HID Fargo

• Part Number: 45200 (also listed as 045200)

• Print Type: YMCKO (Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black, Overlay)

• Print Technology: Dye-sublimation / resin thermal transfer

• Print Yield: Up to 500 full-color prints

• Application: Single-sided full-color card printing

• Includes Cleaning Roller: Yes (built into cartridge)

Why This Matters

The Fargo 45200 ribbon is built for high-volume efficiency. Compared to standard 250-print ribbons, it:

• Reduces ribbon change frequency

• Lowers cost per card

• Improves workflow efficiency in busy environments

• Maintains consistent print quality with built-in cleaning