Fargo DTC4250e YMCKO High-Capacity Colour Ribbon

HID FARGO 045140 YMCKO Full-Color Ribbon — 300 Prints (DTC4250e High-Capacity)

The HID FARGO 045140 is the new high-capacity YMCKO full-colour ribbon for the FARGO DTC4250e ID card printer. It prints 300 full-colour cards per roll — a 20% capacity increase over the now discontinued 045100 (250 prints), so you replace ribbons less often, lower your cost per card, and reduce downtime in high-volume badging environments.

Key Features

• 300 full-colour YMCKO prints per roll — 50 more than the previous 045100 ribbon.
• Direct replacement for discontinued part number 045100.
• Genuine HID FARGO consumable — engineered specifically for the DTC4250e printer.
• YMCKO panels: Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black (resin), and Overlay for durable, full-colour ID cards.
• Lower cost per print and fewer ribbon changes for card issuance.
• Ideal for employee badges, student IDs, membership cards, visitor passes, and access control credentials.

045140 vs. Discontinued 045100

Compatibility

The 045140 ribbon is designed exclusively for the HID FARGO DTC4250e ID card printer. Part numbers may vary by region — contact your HID Sales Associate to confirm the correct regional SKU.

Frequently Asked Questions

What replaces the discontinued FARGO 045100 ribbon?

The FARGO 045140 is the direct replacement for the discontinued 045100. It is the same YMCKO full-colour ribbon, upgraded from 250 to 300 prints per roll.

How many cards can I print with the 045140 ribbon?

One roll of 045140 prints 300 full-colour, single-sided ID cards.

Is the 045140 ribbon compatible with my DTC4250e printer?

Yes. The 045140 is the official Q1 2026 high-capacity YMCKO ribbon for the HID FARGO DTC4250e printer. No printer firmware change is required.

What does YMCKO stand for?

YMCKO stands for Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black (resin), and Overlay — the five panels used to print durable, full-colour ID cards.