{"product_id":"evolis-r5f008aaa-ymcko-color-ribbon-300-prints-uae","title":"Evolis R5F008AAA YMCKO Color Ribbon 300 Prints | NEOTECH® UAE","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOriginal Evolis 5-panel YMCKO color ribbon cassette for compatible Evolis Primacy and Elypso card printers, with up to 300 single-sided full-color card prints per ribbon.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Evolis\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e R5F008AAA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRibbon Type:\u003c\/b\u003e YMCKO\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrint Yield:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 300 single-sided cards\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrimary Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Evolis Primacy, Evolis Elypso\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrevious Reference:\u003c\/b\u003e R5F005AAA\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEvolis R5F008AAA YMCKO Ribbon in UAE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eEvolis R5F008AAA\u003c\/b\u003e is a \u003cb\u003eYMCKO 5-panel full-color ribbon cassette\u003c\/b\u003e designed for compatible Evolis card printers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt is intended for printing cards that require:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eFull-color images\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003ePhotographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eLogos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eColored graphics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eBlack text\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eBlack barcodes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eClear protective overlay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCurrent product references consistently identify the R5F008AAA with a capacity of \u003cb\u003eup to 300 single-sided full-color card prints per ribbon\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExact Product Identification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Evolis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e R5F008AAA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Color Card-Printer Ribbon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRibbon Format:\u003c\/b\u003e YMCKO\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNumber of Panels:\u003c\/b\u003e 5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eY:\u003c\/b\u003e Yellow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eM:\u003c\/b\u003e Magenta\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eC:\u003c\/b\u003e Cyan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eK:\u003c\/b\u003e Black Resin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eO:\u003c\/b\u003e Clear Overlay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNominal Yield:\u003c\/b\u003e Up to 300 single-sided cards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrimary Printer Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Evolis Primacy, Evolis Elypso\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReplacement For:\u003c\/b\u003e R5F005AAA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat Does YMCKO Mean?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe ribbon contains five separate panels:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eY – Yellow\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eM – Magenta\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eC – Cyan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese three dye-sublimation color panels combine to create full-color images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eK – Black Resin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe black panel is used for sharp black text, numbers and barcodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eO – Overlay\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe clear overlay panel is applied over the printed surface to add a protective topcoat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis makes YMCKO suitable for many standard full-color plastic-card applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUp to 300 Prints\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe R5F008AAA is specified for approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e300 single-sided full-color card prints per ribbon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis assumes a normal full YMCKO cycle on one side of each card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf a workflow uses full-color printing on both sides of every card, the practical number of finished cards can be lower because additional ribbon panels are consumed. One current specialist source describes approximately 150 fully duplex color cards from a 300-image ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompatible Evolis Printers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe strongest current compatibility references identify:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eEvolis Primacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eEvolis Elypso\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBefore ordering, verify the exact printer model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant: Primacy vs Primacy 2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe R5F008AAA should \u003cb\u003enot automatically be assumed compatible with Primacy 2\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA current specialist Evolis ribbon source specifically states that R5F008AAA is for the \u003cb\u003eoriginal Primacy\u003c\/b\u003e and is \u003cb\u003enot compatible with Primacy 2\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTherefore, please confirm whether the printer is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEvolis Primacy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEvolis Primacy 2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ebefore ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is one of the most important compatibility checks for this ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant: Zenius Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDo not assume R5F008AAA is a Zenius ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCurrent specialist compatibility information identifies different ribbon references for Zenius and Zenius 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf the customer has a Zenius-series printer, the exact model should be confirmed separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReplaces R5F005AAA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMultiple current product references state that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eR5F008AAA replaces the older R5F005AAA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis can be useful for customers maintaining older Primacy deployments who may still search using the earlier ribbon number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHowever, the actual printer model should still be verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull-Color Card Printing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe R5F008AAA can support cards containing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eEmployee photographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eStudent photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eMember photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eCompany logos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eBrand colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eColored backgrounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eFull-color graphics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eBlack text\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eBlack barcodes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eClear overlay protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe exact appearance depends on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eCard material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003ePrinter settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eArtwork quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eColor profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003ePrinthead condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eRibbon condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eID Card Applications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe ribbon may be used for compatible card-printing applications such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eEmployee ID cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eStaff badges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eMembership cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eStudent cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eVisitor cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eLoyalty cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eAccess-control credentials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eEvent badges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eClub cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eCorporate identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe ribbon itself does not encode magnetic stripe, smart-card, RFID or contactless data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEncoding capability depends on the card printer and installed encoder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlack Text and Barcodes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eK resin-black panel\u003c\/b\u003e is useful for producing sharp black information such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eNames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eID numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eSerial numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eExpiry dates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eBarcodes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eQR-code-like black elements where the printer\/software supports them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor machine-readable codes, the final card should be tested with the intended scanner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClear Overlay Panel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eO panel\u003c\/b\u003e applies a transparent protective coating to the card surface after printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis can help provide additional protection against normal handling and surface wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe overlay should not be confused with a thick lamination patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA true laminator applies a separate laminate material and is a different process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSingle-Sided Printing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eR5F008AAA is commonly used for single-sided full-color card production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA typical workflow is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBlank PVC Card\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e↓\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYellow \/ Magenta \/ Cyan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e↓\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBlack Resin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e↓\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClear Overlay\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e↓\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinished Full-Color Card\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDual-Sided Printers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe ribbon may be used in compatible dual-sided printer hardware, but ribbon consumption depends on what is printed on each side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf full YMCKO color is printed on both sides, the number of completed cards will be lower than the single-sided yield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe customer should define:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eFront-side print\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eBack-side print\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eColor requirement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eBlack-only requirement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ebefore estimating ribbon consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRibbon Cassette Format\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe R5F008AAA is supplied in a cassette\/roll format designed for compatible Evolis printers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis helps simplify installation compared with manually threading loose ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe exact loading procedure should follow the printer’s user guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage Considerations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eColor card-printer ribbons should be stored carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA current Evolis specialist source recommends avoiding:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eHigh heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eDirect sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eHigh humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eSolvents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eChemical exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eand notes that older or improperly stored ribbons may print poorly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor commercial supply, stock age and storage history can matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShelf-Life Consideration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOne current specialist reseller notes that dye-sublimation ribbons of this type are generally best used within about one year when properly stored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBecause storage conditions vary, NEOTECH® should not guarantee a universal expiry period unless it is printed on the supplied packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCustomers requiring large quantities should consider actual usage rate before over-ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Evolis vs Compatible Ribbon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe part number \u003cb\u003eR5F008AAA\u003c\/b\u003e is an Evolis reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHowever, third-party compatible ribbons can also exist in the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor quotation purposes, distinguish clearly between:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOriginal Evolis R5F008AAA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatible replacement ribbon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf the customer specifically requires original Evolis material, the supplier quotation and packaging should support that description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNEOTECH® should not describe a third-party compatible ribbon as genuine Evolis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Correct Ribbon Matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUsing the wrong ribbon can cause:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eIncorrect color reproduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eRibbon errors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003ePoor print quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003ePrinter compatibility issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eWasted cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eWasted ribbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eAdditional maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor this reason, exact part-number and printer-model verification is recommended before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThings to Verify Before Ordering\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlease confirm:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eExact part number: \u003cb\u003eR5F008AAA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003ePrinter brand: Evolis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eExact printer model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003ePrimacy or Primacy 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eElypso requirement if applicable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eRequired quantity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eSingle-sided or dual-sided printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eFull-color requirement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eOriginal Evolis requirement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eExpected monthly card volume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eRibbon production\/storage condition where important\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA photograph of the printer model label can help avoid ordering the wrong ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho Should Consider R5F008AAA?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis ribbon may suit customers who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eAlready use Evolis Primacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eAlready use Evolis Elypso\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eRequire full-color card printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eNeed black resin text\/barcodes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eNeed a clear overlay panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eRequire up to 300 single-sided prints per ribbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eAre replacing the older R5F005AAA reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt should \u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e be purchased solely because the printer carries the Evolis brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eExact model compatibility matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy NEOTECH® UAE?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCard-printer consumables are highly model-specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor R5F008AAA, the key questions are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWhich Evolis printer do you have?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIs it Primacy or Primacy 2?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo you require full-color printing?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAre you printing one side or two?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDo you require original Evolis material?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow many cards do you expect to print?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eChecking these points first reduces the risk of buying a ribbon that looks similar but is not correct for the printer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn First. Decide Second. Buy Only If It Is Right for Your Needs.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThere is absolutely no obligation or pressure to proceed with the purchase with us.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDelivery – UAE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNEOTECH® supplies within the United Arab Emirates only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard Shipping:\u003c\/b\u003e Free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrder Cut-Off:\u003c\/b\u003e 14:00 GST\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandling Time:\u003c\/b\u003e 1–2 business days for applicable available items\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTransit:\u003c\/b\u003e 3–5 business days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEstimated Total Delivery:\u003c\/b\u003e 4–7 business days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAvailability of exact part number \u003cb\u003eR5F008AAA\u003c\/b\u003e should be confirmed before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQ - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEvolis R5F008AAA\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What is Evolis R5F008AAA?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It is a 5-panel YMCKO full-color ribbon for compatible Evolis card printers, with a nominal yield of up to 300 single-sided cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What does YMCKO mean?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yellow, Magenta, Cyan, Black resin and clear Overlay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: How many cards can R5F008AAA print?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Up to approximately 300 single-sided full-color cards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Is R5F008AAA compatible with Evolis Primacy?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, current references identify original Primacy compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Is R5F008AAA compatible with Evolis Elypso?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Current product references also list Elypso compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Is R5F008AAA compatible with Primacy 2?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A current specialist source states that it is \u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e compatible with Primacy 2. Verify the exact printer before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Is it compatible with Zenius?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Do not assume so. Current specialist sources point to other ribbon references for Zenius-family printers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Does R5F008AAA replace R5F005AAA?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, multiple current product references identify R5F008AAA as the replacement for R5F005AAA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Can it print photographs?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, the Y\/M\/C panels are used for full-color images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Can it print black text?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, the K panel is resin black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What does the O panel do?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It applies a clear protective overlay over the printed card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Can it print barcodes?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, black resin printing can be used for supported barcode applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Can I use it for dual-sided cards?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes in compatible dual-sided printer hardware, but if full color is printed on both sides, the number of completed cards will be lower than 300.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Is this ribbon an RFID encoder?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. It is only the color-printing consumable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Does the ribbon include cards?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. Blank cards are separate unless explicitly included in a quotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: Is every R5F008AAA sold online original Evolis?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Not necessarily. Confirm manufacturer and supplier documentation if original Evolis material is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQ: What should I provide for a quotation?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Please provide part number \u003cb\u003eR5F008AAA\u003c\/b\u003e, quantity and the exact Evolis printer model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eEvolis Primacy Card Printer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eEvolis Elypso Card Printer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eEvolis R5F005AAA Replacement Ribbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eEvolis YMCKO Ribbons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eEvolis Monochrome Ribbons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eEvolis Cleaning Kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003ePVC ID Cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eID Card Printer Supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHelpful Internal Links\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eEvolis Card Printers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eID Card Printer Ribbons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eYMCKO Color Ribbons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003ePVC ID Cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eCard Printer Cleaning Kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eID Card Printing Supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003eNEOTECH® Learning Center\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eContact - NEOTECH® UAE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor product inquiries and compatibility verification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEmail:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ca href=\"mailto:support@neotech.ae\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003esupport@neotech.ae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAddress:\u003c\/b\u003e Store 13, Computer Bldg, Al Fahidi, Bur Dubai, Dubai 44245, UAE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlease provide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/b\u003e R5F008AAA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequired Quantity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eExact Evolis Printer Model:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDisclaimer - NEOTECH® UAE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNEOTECH® is operated by NEOLYN TECHNOLOGY LLC in the UAE.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEvolis, Primacy, Elypso and associated product names and trademarks belong to their respective owners. NEOTECH® does not claim manufacturer authorization or endorsement unless separately documented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis page specifically describes \u003cb\u003eEvolis part number R5F008AAA\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCurrent channel references identify it as a \u003cb\u003eYMCKO 5-panel ribbon with up to 300 single-sided prints\u003c\/b\u003e, primarily for compatible Evolis Primacy and Elypso printers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCompatibility should be verified by exact printer model before ordering. In particular, R5F008AAA should not automatically be assumed compatible with Primacy 2, Zenius or Zenius 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRibbon yield is nominal and depends on print mode and whether one or both sides of each card are printed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eStorage age and conditions can affect print quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA product described as compatible with R5F008AAA should not be represented as original Evolis unless the supplier documentation supports that claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eImages may be illustrative. Exact packaging, country of origin, stock age and included items should be confirmed before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLast Updated: 17 September 2026 (GST, UTC+4)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Evolis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53169767809344,"sku":null,"price":780.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0737\/7728\/files\/pixelcut-export-3531_6b9c75b6-68ad-4a35-81f3-368181034d1f.jpg?v=1789655151","url":"https:\/\/neotech.ae\/hi\/products\/evolis-r5f008aaa-ymcko-color-ribbon-300-prints-uae","provider":"NEOTECH","version":"1.0","type":"link"}