{"product_id":"ibm-2380-2381-2390-2391-2480-2490-black-ribbon-single","title":"IBM 2380\/2381\/2390\/2391\/2480\/2490 Black Ribbon (1040930) – Compatible","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIBM 2380\/2381\/2390\/2391\/2480\/2490 Black (1040930) at a glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e a point-of-sale receipt\/journal ribbon in black, rated at about 4 million characters. Compatible: newly manufactured to fit and print like the original. Sold as a single ribbon. Fits the IBM 2380, IBM 2380 Plus, IBM 2381 and 32 more. Backed by a 1-year 100% satisfaction guarantee; orders by 4 PM ET (Mon–Fri) ship the same day from Long Island, NY.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:700;width:34%\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eCompatible (newly manufactured)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:700;width:34%\"\u003eReplaces OEM part\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e1040930 (IBM — Lexmark 11A3540, Lexmark 3070166)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:700;width:34%\"\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:700;width:34%\"\u003ePack size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e1 ribbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:700;width:34%\"\u003eYield\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eAbout 4 million characters per ribbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:700;width:34%\"\u003eRibbon type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eNylon fabric ribbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:700;width:34%\"\u003eGuarantee\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003e1-year 100% satisfaction guarantee: replacement or refund\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:700;width:34%\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:6px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee\"\u003eSame business day when ordered by 4 PM ET (Mon–Fri); free shipping on orders over $50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1 × compatible IBM 2380\/2381\/2390\/2391\/2480\/2490 black ribbon (1040930) — about 4 million characters each\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Printers (35 models)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul style=\"columns:2;-webkit-columns:2;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIBM 2380\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIBM 2380 Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIBM 2381\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIBM 2381 Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIBM 2390\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIBM 2390 Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIBM 2390 PS\/1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIBM 2391\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIBM 2391 Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIBM 2480\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIBM 2481\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIBM 2490\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIBM 2491\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2380\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2381\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2390\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2391\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2480\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2481\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2490\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2491\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2580\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2580n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2580+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2581\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2581n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2581+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2590\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2590n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2590+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2591\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2591n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLexmark Forms Printer 2591+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenicom 2430\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenicom 2431\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon't mix these up:\u003c\/strong\u003e Re-inking ribbon for the IBM\/Lexmark 2380\/2381\/2390\/2391 and 2480\/2481\/2490\/2491 Forms Printers (also sold as Lexmark 11A3540 and 3070166). Not the IBM 1040875\/1040889 POS ribbon for 4683 terminal printers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure? Look up your exact model on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/castleink.com\/pages\/find-ink-by-printer\"\u003eFind Ink by Printer\u003c\/a\u003e page, or contact us and we'll confirm the right ribbon for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePart Numbers \u0026amp; Also Known As\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis item replaces or is also searched for as: Lexmark 11A3540, Lexmark 3070166, Dataproducts R5190, Precision Roller V7390, 1040930, R-1040930B\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Troubleshooting\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstalling:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaint or patchy print:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible (Newly Manufactured) vs. Original\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal (OEM)\u003c\/strong\u003e supplies are new from the printer brand and cost the most. \u003cstrong\u003eCompatible\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich printers use the IBM 2380\/2381\/2390\/2391\/2480\/2490 ribbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIBM 2380, IBM 2380 Plus, IBM 2381, IBM 2381 Plus, IBM 2390, IBM 2390 Plus, IBM 2390 PS\/1, IBM 2391 and 27 more (full list above).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long does one ribbon last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe original is rated at about 4 million characters. Fabric ribbons fade gradually rather than running out, so replace it when receipts or printouts become hard to read.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs black the right color?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack is the standard color for most printers and receipt stations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill a compatible ribbon damage my printer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen will my order ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrders 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Castle Ink","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44103345307683,"sku":"R-1040930B","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/2177\/8723\/files\/DPS-R5190_L.jpg?v=1793125801","url":"https:\/\/castleink.com\/products\/ibm-2380-2381-2390-2391-2480-2490-black-ribbon-single","provider":"Castle Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}