Acroprint Time Recorder 390127000 Ribbon, Black/Red vs uPunch HNRG10 Time Clock Ribbon
These are not interchangeable: the Acroprint ribbon fits only the ATR120, and the uPunch HNRG10 fits uPunch clocks. Buy the one that matches your clock, not the cheaper one. If you own a uPunch HN3000 or UB1000, the HNRG10 is the better buy at $11.99 at Stone's as of November 3, with five stores stocking it. If you own an Acroprint ATR120, the Acroprint ribbon is your only option at $15.89 at Bloom Skins as of November 3.
Today the uPunch HNRG10 Time Clock Ribbon costs $3.90 less at its best price.
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Acroprint Time Recorder 390127000 Ribbon, Black/Red
$15.89at Bloom SkinsObserved Nov 2, 2026, 4:04 PM
Choose the Acroprint 390127000 if you own an Acroprint ATR120 weekly or biweekly payroll clock, since no other ribbon in this pair fits it.
Pros
- Made by Acroprint for its own ATR120 clock
- Black and red print separates regular punches from exceptions
- Reviewers say it works as expected and makes clock print easier to read
- Only ribbon in this pair that fits an ATR120
Cons
- Costs about $4 more than the uPunch ribbon
- Sold new by just one store
What separates them
| Acroprint Time Recorder 390127000 Ribbon, Black/Red | uPunch HNRG10 Time Clock Ribbon | |
|---|---|---|
| Clock compatibility | Acroprint ATR120 only | uPunch HN3000 and UB1000; listed for HN1000 through HN6000SC |
| Price as of November 3 | $15.89 at Bloom Skins | $11.99 at Stone's |
| Stores stocking it new | 1 | 5 |
| Colors printed | Black and red | Black and red |
| Installation | Standard ribbon spool for the ATR120 | Snap-in, snap-out cartridge |
| OEM status | Acroprint-branded ribbon | OEM uPunch ribbon, part HNRG10 |
| Price range since November 1 | $12.99 to $15.89 | Not given |
Price history
$15.89$11.99
- Acroprint Time Recorder 390127000 Ribbon, Black/Red: lowest $12.99 on Nov 1; $15.89 on Nov 2.
- uPunch HNRG10 Time Clock Ribbon: lowest $11.99 on Nov 2 at Stone's.
Prices at every store
Acroprint Time Recorder 390127000 Ribbon, Black/Red
- Bloom SkinsNew
In stock
$15.89Observed Nov 2, 2026, 4:04 PM
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uPunch HNRG10 Time Clock Ribbon
- Stone'sNew
In stock
$11.99+ $7.95 shippingObserved Nov 2, 2026, 4:04 PM - Office DepotNew
In stock
$13.49+ $9.95 shippingObserved Nov 2, 2026, 4:04 PM - WalmartNew
In stock
$16.54+ $6.99 shippingObserved Nov 2, 2026, 4:04 PM - uPunchNew
In stock
$14.00+ $20.00 shippingObserved Nov 2, 2026, 4:04 PM
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Specs compared
| Spec | Acroprint Time Recorder 390127000 Ribbon, Black/Red | uPunch HNRG10 Time Clock Ribbon |
|---|---|---|
| Color | Black / red | Black |
| Type | Print ribbon | Replacement ribbon |
| Compatible With | Acroprint ATR120 | — |
| Printer Technology | Dot-matrix | — |
| Material | plastic/polyester | — |
| Color(s) | — | Black/Red |
| Device Types | — | Time Clock |
| For Use With | — | uPunch HN3000, UB1000 |
| OEM/Compatible | — | OEM |
| Assembly Required | — | No |
| Country of Origin |
Questions and answers
- Will the uPunch HNRG10 fit an Acroprint ATR120?
- No. The HNRG10 is built for uPunch HN3000 and UB1000 clocks. The ATR120 takes the Acroprint 390127000 ribbon.
- Which ribbon is cheaper?
- The uPunch HNRG10 at $11.99 at Stone's as of November 3, against $15.89 at Bloom Skins for the Acroprint ribbon.
- Do both print in two colors?
- Yes. Both print black and red, so early punch-ins and late punch-outs stand out on the time card.
- Is the Acroprint ribbon worth the extra money?
- Only if you own an ATR120, where it is the correct part. For a uPunch clock it will not fit at any price.
- How long does a time clock ribbon last?
- Neither maker states a page or punch count. Ribbon life depends on how many employees punch per day, so keep a spare on hand.
- Can I use either ribbon in an older uPunch model?
- uPunch lists the HNRG10 for the HN1000, HN2000, HN3000, HN4000, HN5000SC and HN6000SC. The Acroprint ribbon is listed for the ATR120 only.