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DATAPRODUCTS

DATAPRODUCTS R5180 Typewriter Ribbon Educational Supply

SKU CH-8EZ8-W6N1P MPN R5180

Typewriter ribbon compatible with Adler, IBM, Olympia, Remington, Silver Reed, Triumph Adler and Xerox models for crisp, rich prints

  • Compatible with Adler, IBM, Olympia, Remington, Silver Reed, Triumph Adler, Xerox
  • Specially formulated inks produce crisp, rich prints on every typewriter
  • Custom lubricants help prolong print-head and component life
  • Advanced engineering ensures highest-quality compatible ribbon
  • Easy removal and installation reduces downtime

Compatible Typewriter Ribbon

The DATAPRODUCTS R5180 ribbon is designed for Adler, IBM, Olympia, Remington, Silver Reed, Triumph Adler and Xerox typewriters. It supplies crisp, rich prints using carefully selected materials and specially formulated inks. Custom lubricants help prolong the life of print heads and other key components. This educational supply suits classrooms, offices or home users with compatible machines.

Easy Installation and Maintenance

The ribbon cartridge removes and installs quickly to keep downtime low. No special tools are required for the changeover. The advanced engineering process ensures consistent ink delivery during normal typing sessions. Heat and noise are not factors with this mechanical consumable. Power draw does not apply to a ribbon cartridge.

Durable Construction for Daily Use

High-quality plastics and ink formulation resist smudging and fading on the page. The cartridge fits the original mounting points of the listed typewriter models without modification. It is not suitable for printers that require a different ribbon geometry or proprietary cartridge shape. Buyers needing a universal fit across non-listed brands should verify compatibility first.

Highlights

  • Compatible with Adler, IBM, Olympia, Remington, Silver Reed, Triumph Adler, Xerox
  • Specially formulated inks produce crisp, rich prints on every typewriter
  • Custom lubricants help prolong print-head and component life
  • Advanced engineering ensures highest-quality compatible ribbon
  • Easy removal and installation reduces downtime

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How is the R5180 ribbon installed and which step is often missed?

Open the typewriter cover, remove the old ribbon, place the new spool on the left spindle, thread the ribbon through the print guide and tension arm, then wind the take-up spool once to seat the ribbon before closing the cover.

What maintenance or replacement will the R5180 ribbon need later?

The ribbon is a single-use consumable; replace it when characters become faint or uneven, and wipe the print guide and platen with a lint-free cloth during each change.

What limit appears first on the R5180 ribbon during sustained typing?

Ink depletion causes fading print quality before any mechanical wear occurs, so the ribbon must be swapped once the characters lose density.

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