Thermal transfer ribbon is a printing ribbon used in conjunction with a thermal transfer printer to produce an image on printed media. Thermal ribbon is composed of a layer of wax, a layer of resin and a layer of protective film. The wax layer provides a high-quality image with good contrast and excellent durability. The resin layer is designed to offer superior scratch and abrasion resistance. The protective film helps to protect the printed image and extends the life of the ribbon.