Zebra 800015-448 Australia: YMCKOK Ribbon Compatibility Guide

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The Zebra 800015-448 is a genuine YMCKOK colour ribbon used with compatible Zebra P-series ID card printers. Because Zebra card-printer ribbons are model-specific consumables, the safest buying method is to match the exact printer family and ribbon part number before ordering.

This guide covers the current 800015-448 listing at The Print Cartridge Shop and explains how it differs from Zebra ZXP and ZC card-printer ribbon families.

Zebra 800015-448 compatibility

The current Zebra 800015-448 YMCKOK ribbon is listed for compatible Zebra P-series ID card printers including:

  • Zebra P310i;
  • Zebra P330i;
  • Zebra P420i;
  • Zebra P430i.

The current listing identifies the ribbon as genuine Zebra, new condition, and rated for up to 170 images per ribbon.

What does YMCKOK mean?

YMCKOK describes the ribbon-panel sequence:

  • Yellow;
  • Magenta;
  • Cyan;
  • Black resin;
  • Overlay;
  • Black resin.

The additional black panel distinguishes YMCKOK from the more common YMCKO format. This panel arrangement is commonly associated with card-printing workflows that need colour printing plus black-resin printing across more than one card surface or print stage, depending on the printer configuration and job.

The exact printer setup still matters, so do not choose a ribbon solely because the panel sequence appears suitable.

800015-448 vs Zebra ZXP ribbons

The 800015-448 belongs to an older Zebra P-series card-printer consumable family. It should not be assumed compatible with Zebra ZXP Series 1 or ZXP Series 3 printers.

For ZXP models, see our Zebra ZXP ribbon compatibility guide, which compares the 800017-240 for ZXP Series 1 with the 800033-340 for ZXP Series 3.

800015-448 vs Zebra ZC300 ribbons

Zebra ZC100, ZC300 and ZC350 printers use another ribbon family again. If your printer is from the ZC family, see our Zebra ZC300 ribbon compatibility guide.

Do not substitute an 800300-series ZC ribbon for an 800015-series P-series ribbon simply because both are Zebra card-printer consumables.

Why the part number matters

Zebra card-printer ribbons are engineered for specific printer mechanisms and consumable systems. Compatibility depends on more than ribbon colour or print yield.

Before ordering, check:

  1. the exact Zebra printer model;
  2. the current ribbon part number if one is already installed;
  3. the required panel format, such as YMCKOK or YMCKO;
  4. whether genuine Zebra consumables are required by your organisation;
  5. the expected print volume.

Matching the part number is usually safer than choosing by printer appearance or ribbon colour description.

Listed print yield

The current 800015-448 listing states a Zebra-rated yield of up to 170 images per ribbon.

Actual operating yield can depend on the print job and printer configuration, so the listed figure should be used as a planning reference rather than as a reason to substitute a different ribbon family.

Genuine Zebra consumable

The current product is listed as an original Zebra ribbon. This can matter for organisations whose procurement rules specify OEM consumables, or where maintaining a known consumable specification is important.

If your workflow allows compatible consumables, compatibility with the exact printer still has to be confirmed separately.

P-series ribbon vs label-printer ribbon

The 800015-448 is an ID card-printer ribbon. It is not the same type of consumable as the wax-resin or resin ribbons used in Zebra thermal-transfer barcode label printers.

For barcode-label ribbon selection, see our Zebra thermal transfer ribbon Australia guide.

What to check before ordering

Use this checklist:

  • confirm the printer is a compatible Zebra P-series model;
  • read the model label on the printer;
  • check the existing consumable part number where possible;
  • confirm 800015-448 is the required ribbon;
  • verify that YMCKOK is the required panel format;
  • estimate expected card-printing volume against the listed 170-image yield;
  • confirm whether genuine Zebra consumables are required.

For the wider Zebra ribbon ecosystem, including thermal-transfer ribbons and other card-printer families, use our Zebra Ribbons Australia guide.

Frequently asked questions

Is Zebra 800015-448 compatible with P330i?

Yes. The current listing includes Zebra P330i among the compatible models.

Is Zebra 800015-448 compatible with P430i?

Yes. The current listing includes Zebra P430i among the compatible models.

Does the current listing also include P310i and P420i?

Yes. The current listing identifies P310i, P330i, P420i and P430i as compatible models.

How many images is the ribbon rated for?

The current listing states up to 170 images per ribbon.

Is 800015-448 the same as a ZXP ribbon?

No. ZXP Series 1 and Series 3 use different ribbon part numbers. Check the Zebra ZXP ribbon guide before ordering for a ZXP printer.

Is it suitable for Zebra ZC300?

No. The ZC300 uses a different consumable family. See the Zebra ZC300 ribbon guide for the relevant options.

Where can I view the product?

View the Zebra 800015-448 YMCKOK ribbon directly.

For the wider Zebra consumables ecosystem, see our Zebra Parts & Consumables Australia guide. For broader Zebra printer, scanner, replacement and compatibility resources, use the Zebra Printer Guides Australia hub.

Related Zebra Card and Printer Resources

For the wider Zebra resource set, use the Zebra Printer Guides Australia hub. Label-printer buyers can browse the Zebra Thermal Label Printers category, while card-printer users can continue with the Zebra P120i Australia guide.

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