{"product_id":"okidata-ml-393-395-black-ribbon-single","title":"Okidata ML-393\/395 Black Ribbon (52103601) – Compatible","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOkidata ML-393\/395 Black (52103601) at a glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e a dot-matrix printer ribbon cartridge in black, rated at about 5 million characters. Compatible: newly manufactured to fit and print like the original. Sold as a single ribbon. Fits the Okidata Microline 393, Okidata Microline 393 Plus, Okidata Microline 393C and 4 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\"\u003e52103601 (Okidata — Dataproducts R6041)\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 5 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 Okidata ML-393\/395 black ribbon (52103601) — about 5 million characters each\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Printers (7 models)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul style=\"columns:2;-webkit-columns:2;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOkidata Microline 393\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOkidata Microline 393 Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOkidata Microline 393C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOkidata Microline 393C Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOkidata Microline 395\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOkidata Microline 395C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOkidata ET 8550\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon't mix these up:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits only the 24-pin Microline 393\/393C\/395\/395C. The 393C\/395C color models use a separate 4-color ribbon (52103701); this one is black.\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: Dataproducts R6041, 52103601, R-52103601\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 Okidata ML-393\/395 ribbon?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOkidata Microline 393, Okidata Microline 393 Plus, Okidata Microline 393C, Okidata Microline 393C Plus, Okidata Microline 395, Okidata Microline 395C, Okidata ET 8550.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long does one ribbon last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe original is rated at about 5 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":44103341473827,"sku":"R-52103601","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/2177\/8723\/files\/425a0c72-d1a5-4502-bf2c-7dc8710423f7.jpg?v=1793130931","url":"https:\/\/castleink.com\/products\/okidata-ml-393-395-black-ribbon-single","provider":"Castle Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}