Epson ERC-18 Black Ribbon (ERC-18) – 6-Pack Compatible

Epson ERC-18 Black (ERC-18) at a glance: a point-of-sale receipt/journal ribbon in black. Compatible: newly manufactured to fit and print like the original. Sold as a 6-pack. Fits the Epson M-2630, Epson M-2631, Epson M-2632 and 81 more. Backed by a 1-year 100% satisfaction guarantee; orders by 4 PM ET (Mon–Fri) ship the same day from Long Island, NY.

Key Facts

What's in the Box

• 6 × compatible Epson ERC-18 black ribbons (ERC-18)

Compatible Printers (84 models)

• Epson M-2630
• Epson M-2631
• Epson M-2632
• Epson M-2635
• Epson M-2636
• Epson M-2637
• Epson M-2640
• Epson M-2641
• Epson M-2642
• Epson M-2645
• Epson M-2646
• Epson M-2647
• Epson M-2660
• Epson M-2661
• Epson M-2662
• Epson M-2665
• Epson M-2666
• Epson M-2667
• Casio 4100SR
• Casio 4200SR
• Casio AR-200
• Casio CK-3000
• Casio CK-4000
• Casio CE-4100
• Casio CE-4105
• Casio CE-4110
• Casio CE-4115
• Casio CE-4415
• Casio CE-4500
• Casio CE-4515
• Casio CE-4530
• Casio CE-4540
• Casio CE-4550
• Casio CE-4615
• Casio CE-4630
• Casio CE-4680
• Casio TK-300
• Casio TK-1200
• Casio TK-2100
• Casio TK-2200
• Casio TK-2600
• Casio TK-3000
• Casio TK-4000C
• Casio TK-4100
• Casio TK-4200SR
• Casio TK-4300
• Casio TK-4500
• Casio TK-4630
• Olympia S3100
• Olympia S3115
• Olympia RP6830
• Omron RS-5510
• Omron RS-5543
• Omron RS-8550
• Samsung ER-4615
• Samsung ER-4640P
• Samsung ER-4800
• Samsung ER-4900
• Samsung ER-4915
• Samsung ER-4940
• Samsung ER-5100
• Samsung ER-5140
• Samsung ER-6500
• Samsung ER-6540
• Samsung ER-8000
• Samsung ERP-300V
• Samsung ERP-400
• Samsung SER-5200
• Samsung SER-6500
• Samsung SER-6540
• Sharp ER-2640
• Towa ET-8623
• Towa ET-8626
• Towa Super 2
• Towa ER-29SP
• Towa ER-3100
• Towa ER-3110
• Towa ER-3115
• Towa ER-3250
• Towa ER-3300
• Towa ER-3310
• Towa ER-3311
• Towa ER-4100S
• Towa ER-4110S

Don't mix these up: The cash-register ribbon for the Epson M-2630/2640/2660 mechanism built into many Samsung ER-, Casio TK/CE and Towa registers. ERC-23 (TM-267/270, Verifone Ruby) and ERC-28 (M-2000 series) are different cartridges; check the register manual.

Not sure? Look up your exact model on our Find Ink by Printer page, or contact us and we'll confirm the right ribbon for you.

Part Numbers & Also Known As

This item replaces or is also searched for as: ERC18, ERC-18B, ERC-18P, R-ERC18B

Installation & Troubleshooting

Installing: turn the printer off, open the cover and lift out the old cartridge. Turn the knob on the new cartridge to take up any slack, slide the ribbon between the print head and the ribbon guide, press the cartridge down until it clicks, then turn the knob once more. Print a test receipt to confirm the ribbon is seated.

Faint or patchy print: make sure the ribbon is seated in front of the print head and the take-up knob has been turned to remove slack. If print stays faint after a fresh ribbon, the print head may need cleaning.

Compatible (Newly Manufactured) vs. Original

Original (OEM) supplies are new from the printer brand and cost the most. Compatible supplies, like this one, are newly manufactured by a third party to fit and print like the original at a lower price. Castle Ink sells remanufactured inkjet cartridges and compatible (newly manufactured) toner, drums, ribbons and fax film.

Other Options for the Same Printers

• Epson ERC-18 Purple ribbon (ERC-18) – 6-pack

Frequently Asked Questions

Which printers use the Epson ERC-18 ribbon?

Epson M-2630, Epson M-2631, Epson M-2632, Epson M-2635, Epson M-2636, Epson M-2637, Epson M-2640, Epson M-2641 and 76 more (full list above).

How long does one ribbon last?

The manufacturer does not publish a character rating for this ribbon. Fabric ribbons fade gradually rather than running out, so replace it when receipts or printouts become hard to read.

Is black the right color?

Black is the standard color for most printers and receipt stations.

Will a compatible ribbon damage my printer?

No. The cartridge is built to the original dimensions and uses the same nylon fabric and ink type, so it installs and prints like the original.

When will my order ship?

Orders placed by 4 PM ET, Monday through Friday, ship the same business day from Long Island, NY, by USPS (2–5 business days). Expedited 1–2 day delivery is available at checkout, and shipping is free on orders over $50.