Thermal Labels
Thermal labels are the perfect solution for printing information on demand such as barcodes, ingredients, and dates. There are two methods to consider, each with their own advantages: direct thermal and thermal transfer. Thermal labels use heat to create an image. Thermal transfer uses a thermal ribbon where heat from the printhead releases the ribbon attaching it to the label surface. Direct thermal images are created when heat from the printhead causes components on the label surface to mix causing them to (usually) turn black.
Thermal Transfer
Thermal transfer labels use a heat-sensitive carbon ribbon that is melted onto the label. Unlike direct thermal labels, thermal transfer labels always require a thermal ribbon and are perfect for long-term packaging, warehousing, shipping, receiving, and inventory management applications. Thermal transfer labels are a cost-effective solution for errorless scanning due to their high-contrast printing, durability, and consistency. We offer rolled, fanfolded, & individual sheeted labels.
Direct Thermal
Direct thermal labels are produced with an ink-embedded paper, eliminating the need for a thermal transfer ribbon. They create an image of the same clarity as a thermal transfer label and ribbon, cut down on changeover time, and are ideal for short-term projects.
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