Keep compatible impact receipt and kitchen printers producing clear, legible text with the Calibor RIERC30B ERC30/34/38 Black Ribbon Cartridge.

Designed for printers that use the ERC-30, ERC-34 or ERC-38 ribbon format, this compatible black ribbon cartridge is suitable for point-of-sale receipts, kitchen order dockets, transaction records and multipart impact-printer paper.

The enclosed drop-in cartridge makes ribbon replacement straightforward, while the long-life nylon ribbon is designed for dependable everyday use in hospitality, retail, warehousing and commercial environments.

Minimum order quantity: 5 ribbon cartridges.

Key Features

• Compatible ERC-30, ERC-34 and ERC-38 ribbon format
• Black print colour
• Long-life nylon fabric ribbon
• Designed for compatible impact and dot-matrix printers
• Suitable for POS receipts and kitchen order dockets
• Enclosed drop-in cartridge
• Individually sealed for storage before installation
• Compatible alternative to selected Epson ERC-38B ribbons
• Manufactured in the USA
• Minimum purchase quantity of five ribbons
• Calibor manufacturer part number: RIERC30B

Calibor describes the RIERC30B as an individually sealed, high-yield nylon ribbon manufactured to meet or exceed the relevant OEM specifications.

Compatible Ribbon References

The RIERC30B is designed for equipment requiring the black ERC-30, ERC-34 or ERC-38 ribbon format.

Common compatible or cross-reference numbers include:

• ERC-30
• ERC-34
• ERC-38
• ERC-30B
• ERC-38B
• R918-B
• R-ERC30-B
• Epson C43S015374

Always confirm compatibility using the ribbon reference printed on the existing cartridge or listed in the printer manual.

The RIERC30B is a compatible Calibor cartridge and is not a genuine Epson product.

Compatible Epson Printer Families

The corresponding genuine Epson ERC-38B black ribbon is specified for printer families including:

• Epson TM-U210
• Epson TM-U220
• Epson TM-U230
• Epson TM-U325
• Epson TM-U375

Epson identifies C43S015374 as the genuine black ERC-38B cartridge for these printer families. Compatibility with the RIERC30B should still be confirmed against the exact printer model and required ribbon reference before ordering.

The RIERC30B may also suit other receipt and kitchen printers designed for the ERC-30/34/38 cartridge format.

Reliable Impact Printing

Impact printers are commonly used in hospitality and commercial environments because they can print on multipart paper and remain practical in locations where thermal receipts may be exposed to heat.

The RIERC30B is suitable for printing:

• Kitchen order dockets
• Restaurant and café orders
• Customer receipts
• Transaction records
• Delivery paperwork
• Warehouse documentation
• Internal order slips
• Audit and journal records

The ribbon is contained inside a cartridge, so staff do not need to manually thread loose ribbon through the printer.

Minimum Order Quantity

This product has a minimum order quantity of five ribbon cartridges.

The recommended Shopify setup is:

Sale unit: One ribbon cartridge
Minimum cart quantity: Five ribbons

Only describe the item as a five-pack when Label Power bundles five cartridges together and displays a single price for the complete bundle.

Print Yield

Calibor describes the RIERC30B as a long-life, high-yield ribbon but does not publish a verified character yield in the available product specifications.

For reference, Epson rates its genuine C43S015374 ERC-38B black cartridge for up to approximately three million characters. This is an OEM benchmark and must not be presented as a guaranteed yield for the compatible RIERC30B cartridge.

Actual ribbon life varies according to:

• Print density
• Character size
• Printer condition
• Operating environment
• Frequency of use
• Type of information printed

Ideal For

• Restaurants and commercial kitchens
• Cafés and takeaway businesses
• Bars and hospitality venues
• Retail point-of-sale systems
• Supermarkets and grocery stores
• Warehouses and dispatch counters
• Hotels and accommodation businesses
• Service counters
• Receipt printing
• Kitchen docket printing
• Multipart transaction records

Technical Specifications

Product type: Compatible impact-printer ribbon cartridge
Brand: Calibor
Manufacturer part number: RIERC30B
Ribbon format: ERC-30, ERC-34 and ERC-38 compatible
Print colour: Black
Ribbon material: Nylon fabric
Cartridge design: Enclosed drop-in cartridge
Printing technology: Impact / dot matrix
Compatible OEM reference: Epson C43S015374 / ERC-38B
Packaging: Individually sealed cartridge
Country of manufacture: United States
Quantity supplied: One ribbon per unit ordered
Minimum order quantity: Five ribbon cartridges
Product status: Compatible aftermarket consumable
Genuine Epson product: No

Why Choose the RIERC30B Black Ribbon?

The RIERC30B provides a cost-effective replacement option for businesses operating compatible impact receipt, kitchen and point-of-sale printers.

Its enclosed cartridge design makes installation simple, while the black nylon ribbon supports clear printing of order details, prices, quantities and transaction information.

Order the RIERC30B ERC30/34/38 Black Ribbon Cartridge from Label Power for commercial printer consumables and Australia-wide delivery.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the RIERC30B?

The RIERC30B is a Calibor-compatible black ribbon cartridge for selected impact and dot-matrix printers using the ERC-30, ERC-34 or ERC-38 ribbon format.

What colour does the ribbon print?

It prints in black only.

It should not be confused with the Epson ERC-38B/R or C43S015376 format, which prints in black and red.

Is this a genuine Epson ribbon?

No. The RIERC30B is a compatible aftermarket ribbon manufactured by Calibor.

It is designed as an alternative to selected black ERC-38B ribbon references, including Epson C43S015374.

What is the minimum order quantity?

The minimum order quantity is five ribbon cartridges.

When the Shopify price is shown per ribbon, customers must add at least five units to the cart.

Is it supplied as a five-pack?

The product is supplied as one ribbon per saleable unit, subject to a minimum order of five.

It should only be advertised as a five-pack when Label Power bundles and prices five ribbons as one product.

Is it compatible with the Epson TM-U220?

Yes, when the specific TM-U220 printer requires the black ERC-38B or C43S015374 ribbon format. Epson lists C43S015374 as a compatible ribbon for the TM-U220B.

Which Epson printer families use the corresponding ribbon format?

Epson lists its genuine ERC-38B black ribbon for the TM-U210, TM-U220, TM-U230, TM-U325 and TM-U375 printer families.

Always check the exact printer model and existing ribbon reference before ordering.

Is it suitable for kitchen printers?

Yes. It is suitable for compatible impact kitchen printers used to produce restaurant, café and takeaway order dockets.

Does it print in black and red?

No. RIERC30B is a black-only ribbon.

A compatible ERC-38B/R black-and-red cartridge is required for two-colour printing.

How many characters will it print?

A verified character yield is not published for the RIERC30B.

The genuine Epson C43S015374 is rated for up to approximately three million characters, but that figure should not be applied to the Calibor-compatible cartridge.

How do I confirm compatibility?

Check the ribbon number printed on the existing cartridge or consult the printer manual.

The required reference should correspond with the black ERC-30, ERC-34 or ERC-38 format.

Is each ribbon individually packaged?

Yes. The supplier states that each ribbon is individually sealed in plastic.

When should the ribbon be replaced?

Replace the cartridge when printed text becomes faint, inconsistent or difficult to read.

Can it be used in a thermal printer?

No. This cartridge is intended for compatible impact or dot-matrix printers.

Direct thermal and thermal-transfer label or receipt printers use different consumables.