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P7000 CONSUMABLES QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
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“Are the P5000 and P7000 ribbons interchangeable?”
No. The P7000 ribbons are too large to physically fit in either the pedestal or quiet cabinet P5000 printers.
Additionally, the new easy load hub on the P7000 will not accommodate the older P5000 spool design.
“What is the comparable cost of operation between a P5000 and P7000?”
The P7000 Ultra Capacity ribbon's new, unique ink formulation actually delivers more yield per unit than the
P5000 ribbons. These savings are passed on to the user resulting in a decrease in the cost per page over the
already economical P5000 ribbons. For example, on a per character basis the P7000 supplies are almost
28% less expensive than our most popular P5000 ribbons.
“If the cost of operation is better than the P5000, why do the P7000 ribbons have a higher price?”
Operating cost is based on cost per volume of printing. Since the P7000 ribbons yield more than any
comparable P5000 ribbons, the price will be higher on a per spool basis. However, if you divide the spool
price by its yield, you will see that you are saving money with the P7000.
“Can I buy the ribbons for the P7000 from my current Printronix supplier?”
Yes. All existing suppliers of Genuine Printronix ribbons have access to the new P7000 suite of ribbons.
“I do not use Genuine Printronix Supplies today. Can I continue to buy from my existing supplier?”
Yes. Many of these suppliers have access to Genuine Printronix Supplies.