Abstract: A system for re-inking ribbons in ribbon cartridges includes a base, a securing shelf for securing a ribbon cartridge to the base, and a motor for turning the ribbon driver of the ribbon cartridge. There is a variable-diameter coupler for coupling the motor and the ribbon driver, the coupler being capable of receiving ribbon drivers of various diameters. An ink-dispenser for dispensing ink onto the ribbon in the ribbon cartridge is movable relative to the ribbon cartridge to allow it to be brought above and into contact with the ribbon in the ribbon cartridge. An ink cartridge having a ribbon to be re-inked is secured to the base such that the exposed portion of the ribbon faces upward, the ink dispenser is placed above and in contact with the exposed portion of ribbon, and a pre-determined quantity of ink is placed in the ink dispenser. The motor is coupled to the ribbon driver and the ink is dispensed from the ink dispenser as the motor turns the ribbon driver.