Buying Two Ribbons? Why Shipping Often Stays the Same

Introduction

If you need a ribbon, you might wonder whether to order two at once. A spare ribbon is handy: ribbons wear out, and a spare means your printer never stops while you wait for a delivery. But will two ribbons cost twice as much to ship? Often, the answer is no. This guide explains why — and how to check for yourself before you pay.

1. How delivery is calculated

At Accuprint Québec, delivery costs are calculated at checkout by the carrier: Canada Post for Canada and the United States, and Purolator for Canada. The price depends on the total weight of your order and the delivery address. There is no flat shipping rate, and there is no free shipping. The exact delivery cost is shown at checkout, before you pay — and orders are processed in 1 to 3 business days, with tracking.

2. Why a second ribbon often changes nothing

Carriers charge by weight ranges. A printer ribbon is very light: a single ribbon weighs only a few grams. For example, a pack of 12 Epson ERC-30/34/38 ribbons weighs 50 g in total. Adding one more ribbon to your order adds only a few grams, and the total often stays inside the same weight range. When the weight stays in the same range, the delivery price stays the same — so two ribbons can cost the same to ship as one.

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3. Check before you pay

You never have to guess. Add the items to your cart, go to checkout, and the delivery cost is displayed before you pay. If the price is higher than you expected, you can remove an item before completing the order. There is no obligation: the price you see at checkout is the price you pay.

4. When delivery can cost more

Sometimes it does cost more. It can happen with heavier items, when the total weight crosses into a higher weight range, or when a bigger box is needed. Delivery to the United States also has its own rates. So the rule is simple: "often the same" does not mean "always the same" — check the price at checkout before you pay.

5. A spare ribbon is worth having

Apart from delivery, a spare ribbon is useful on its own. Ribbons wear out with use, and print quality drops before the ribbon is completely finished. Keeping a spare means you can replace a worn ribbon right away, with no downtime and no second delivery to wait for. Ordering two at once often means one shipment instead of two — and often, no extra delivery cost.

So next time you order, try adding a second ribbon to your cart and look at the delivery cost at checkout. Often, it will be the same.

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