The Fargo 45014 half-panel ribbon includes half-size YMC panels and full-size black (K) and clear overlay (O) panels, along with a cleaning roller. The yellow (Y), magenta (M), and cyan (C) panels are used to print a full spectrum of colors by combining the colors using varying degrees of heat. The K panel is a black resin panel typically used for printing text and barcodes, and the O panel is a thin, clear protective layer. The Fargo 45014 can be used with the Fargo DTC1000 card printers.

The Fargo 45014 half-panel ribbon allows for twice the expected yield of the standard YMCKO ribbon at a lower cost per card. Half-panel ribbons allow you to print color on up to half the length of a standard CR8030 PVC card, while resin black may be printed on any card area.

The ideal use for the Fargo 45014 YMCKO half-panel ribbon is when a color image, such as an ID picture or logo, is needed, along with some black resin printing. Examples of use of the Fargo 45014 half-panel ribbon include pre-printed cards, student ID badges, transportation ID cards, employee badges, and club membership cards.