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Barcode label roll

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Direct thermal label has a chemical layer applied to a paper or synthetic base that is activated by heat.
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DT labels will fade or brown with age and will even turn black if exposed to heat or strong sunlight.
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Direct thermal labels fade more easily than thermal transfer labels.
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Thermal transfer labels are used for the thermal transfer printer.
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Thermal transfer uses a thermal ribbon where heat from the printhead
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the thermal transfer label is more durable. It is used for: Warehouse shelf labels / Inventory identification labels/Asset tags/Outdoor
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Freezer applications / Chemical labels / Laboratory labels

  • Direct Thermal Labels

Definition

Direct thermal labels have a special heat-activated chemical layer on its surface, this is where the black printed image will be formed when the heated print head gets in contact with the label.

Best Used For:

Since the direct thermal label can easily fade, it is used for temporary information.

  • Meal labels
  • Receipts
  • Shipping labels
  • Name tags for identification
  • Weight labels
  • Visitor passes

 

  • Thermal Transfer Labels

Definition:

The printer uses a ribbon which is a thin film that is wound on a roll that has a special black coating on one side. The coating is usually made from a wax or resin formulation.

Best Used For:

Since the thermal transfer label is more durable. It is used for:

  • Warehouse shelf labels
  • Inventory identification labels
  • Asset tags
  • Outdoor
  • Freezer applications
  • Chemical labels
  • Laboratory labels