Zebra ZC-series card printers use dedicated card-printer ribbons that are different from the wax, wax-resin and resin ribbons used in barcode and shipping-label printers. Matching the exact ribbon part number to the printer and required print type is therefore essential.

Zebra 800300-250AU YMCKO ribbon

The Print Cartridge Shop currently lists the genuine Zebra 800300-250AU YMCKO ribbon for Zebra ZC100 and ZC300 ID card printers. The listing identifies it as a colour YMCKO ribbon rated for up to 200 card images.

YMCKO refers to a multi-panel colour ribbon format used for full-colour card printing with a protective overlay panel. This is the option to compare when the job requires colour logos, photographs, graphics or other colour card content and the exact printer is compatible.

Zebra 800300-301HH black ribbon

The site also lists the genuine Zebra 800300-301HH black ribbon for Zebra ZC300 and ZC350 printers. The listing identifies it as a black monochrome ribbon rated for up to 2,000 images.

A black monochrome ribbon is intended for single-colour card printing such as text, numbers, barcodes or simple black graphics where full-colour output is not required.

800300-250AU vs 800300-301HH

The two ribbons serve different jobs:

800300-250AU: colour YMCKO ribbon; listed for ZC100 and ZC300; up to 200 images.
800300-301HH: black monochrome ribbon; listed for ZC300 and ZC350; up to 2,000 images.

Do not choose between them by yield alone. First confirm whether the card needs colour or monochrome printing, then verify the exact printer model and ribbon part number.

Why the exact part number matters

Card-printer ribbons are model-specific consumables. Even when two Zebra printers look similar, the correct ribbon can depend on the printer family and configuration. The safest purchasing check is to match the ribbon part number against the installed printer model and the part number printed on the existing ribbon or packaging.

Card-printer ribbons are not barcode-label ribbons

Zebra card-printer ribbons such as 800300-250AU and 800300-301HH should not be confused with the wax-resin or resin rolls used in thermal-transfer barcode label printers.

For barcode-label ribbon selection, see our Zebra Thermal Transfer Ribbon Australia guide.

What to check before ordering

Before buying a Zebra ZC-series ribbon, record:

the exact printer model;
the ribbon part number currently installed;
whether colour or monochrome output is required;
the expected card volume;
whether the existing card design uses full-colour images, black-only text/barcodes, or both.

For a broader overview of Zebra thermal-transfer and ID-card ribbons, visit the Zebra Ribbons Australia guide.

Frequently asked questions

Is 800300-250AU the same as 800300-301HH?

No. They are different ribbon types. The 800300-250AU listing is a YMCKO colour ribbon, while the 800300-301HH listing is a black monochrome ribbon.

Can I use 800300-301HH for colour cards?

No. The 800300-301HH listing is a black monochrome ribbon, so it is not a substitute for a full-colour YMCKO ribbon.

Which ribbon is listed for ZC100?

The 800300-250AU product listing identifies compatibility with Zebra ZC100 and ZC300 printers.

Which ribbon is listed for ZC350?

The 800300-301HH product listing identifies compatibility with Zebra ZC300 and ZC350 printers.

Where can I buy these ribbons?

Compare the Zebra 800300-250AU YMCKO ribbon and Zebra 800300-301HH black ribbon and verify the exact printer model before ordering.

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.

More Zebra Compatibility Resources

For the wider Zebra resource set, use the Zebra Printer Guides Australia hub. Businesses comparing printer hardware can browse the Zebra Thermal Label Printers category.