The Evolis R3111 is a high-performance, five-panel colour ribbon designed for use with established Evolis desktop printers. Utilising the standard YMCKO configuration (Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black, and Overlay), this ribbon is the professional choice for producing photo-quality identification cards with vibrant colours and crisp, legible text.

Each card printed with the R3111 is finished with a clear protective varnish—the Overlay (O)—which provides a vital layer of protection against UV fading, moisture, and daily surface wear. With a yield of 200 prints per roll, it offers a reliable solution for organisations that require durable, professional-grade plastic cards for medium-volume issuance.

Printer Compatibility

The R3111 is a versatile ribbon compatible with several generations of established Evolis printers:

• Evolis Pebble (Pebble 2, Pebble 3, and Pebble 4)

• Evolis Dualys (Dualys 2 and Dualys 3)

• Evolis Quantum and Quantum 2

• Evolis Securion

Key Features & Benefits

• Photographic Excellence: Specially formulated dyes provide high-resolution results with natural skin tones and rich colours, ensuring staff and member ID badges maintain a prestigious appearance.

• Integrated Card Protection: The clear overlay panel applies a protective coat that prevents colour migration and shields the card from physical abrasion, extending the card's life.

• Sharp Resin Black: The dedicated black (K) panel is designed for printing high-contrast barcodes for reliable scanning and ensuring fine font sizes remain crisp.

• Optimised Yield: The 200-print capacity is perfectly balanced for medium-sized batches, ensuring a low cost-per-card while maintaining the highest print standards.

• Genuine Hardware Reliability: As an authentic Evolis consumable, this ribbon is designed to maintain consistent tension, reducing the risk of ribbon snapping and protecting the thermal printhead from premature wear.

Typical Applications

• Corporate ID Badges: Professional identification for employees featuring high-resolution portraits and company branding.

• Student & Faculty Cards: Durable, full-colour cards suitable for schools, colleges, and universities.

• Membership & Loyalty Cards: Create eye-catching, branded cards for gyms, retail boutiques, and leisure centres.

• Government & Healthcare IDs: Reliable, high-quality printing for official identification and medical staff badges.

Maintenance Advice

To ensure the best possible print quality and to protect the longevity of your printer's thermal printhead, it is highly recommended to perform a cleaning cycle every time you replace the R3111 ribbon. This prevents dust and debris from causing streaks or unprinted spots on your finished cards.