Create clear two-color labels in one print pass with the original NIIMBOT Red & Black Thermal-Transfer Ribbon for the Lake Blue M2_H.

This is a special fixed 50/50 split-color ribbon. One half of the printable area produces red output and the other half produces black output. The two colors are not blended, freely positioned or available in variable proportions. Design each label around the equal color zones—for example, red information in the upper 50% and black information in the lower 50%, depending on the installed orientation.

The fixed two-color layout can create an immediate visual hierarchy across multiple workflows. Use it for durable retail price and promotion labels, priority or status identification, product and asset labels, batch information, dates, item numbers and barcodes. Retail pricing is one useful application—not the ribbon's only purpose.

For best results, confirm the red/black orientation in the NIIMBOT app and make a test print before producing a full batch. Keep scannable barcodes or QR codes inside the black half on a light-colored label, and confirm that the chosen label material and adhesive fit the intended surface and environment.

Key Features

• True 50/50 Red + Black Output: One equal half prints red while the other equal half prints black.
• One-Pass Two-Color Hierarchy: Separate attention information from detailed identification without changing ribbons.
• 24 m per Ribbon: Original NIIMBOT thermal-transfer consumable for recurring M2_H workflows.
• Multiple Practical Workflows: Suitable for retail prices, promotions, status labels, assets, batches, dates, product IDs and barcodes.
• Pack Options: Available in 1-, 3-, and 6-ribbon packs.
• Ships from California: Fast domestic fulfillment from OfficeKoala.

Compatibility

Compatible with:

• Lake Blue NIIMBOT M2 / M2_H thermal-transfer printer
• Verified light-colored NIIMBOT M-Series thermal-transfer labels, preferably white

Not compatible with:

• White NIIMBOT M2 / M2_H ribbon system
• NIIMBOT M3
• NIIMBOT B-Series or D-Series printers
• Direct-thermal printers or direct-thermal label rolls

This ribbon is not recommended for Matte Black labels because the black print zone will not provide reliable contrast. Confirm the label size, orientation, and color-zone alignment before production printing.

Choose Your Pack

• 1 Ribbon — Trial Pack: For testing the fixed color layout or occasional use
• 3 Ribbons — Standard Pack: For regular business and identification workflows
• 6 Ribbons — Value Pack: For frequent printing and fewer reorders

A complete M2_H thermal-transfer setup requires the compatible Lake Blue printer, a compatible light-colored M-Series label roll, and this ribbon.

Shipping We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.

When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.

When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.

Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.



Returns Policy You may return most new, unopened items within 90 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).

You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).

If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the 'Complete Orders' link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.