Thermal Label

Direct thermal stock is chosen against four variables: the print head energy, the required image life, the environment the label travels through, and whether anything will rub against it.

• Top-coated (TOP) thermal — a protective top coat resists water, oil, plasticiser and abrasion, and extends legible life to years. Specify this where labels meet handling, moisture or fatty products.
• Standard thermal — economical grades for short-life applications such as shipping labels and scale tickets.
• Colour and pre-printed thermal — for retail and promotional use.

Grades are supplied in rolls or fanfold, with the facestock, adhesive and liner matched to the printer and the application.

FAQ

• Direct thermal or thermal transfer?

  Direct thermal needs no ribbon and suits short-life work (shipping, scale, receipt). Thermal transfer uses a ribbon and gives a more durable image — choose it for long-life or chemical-exposed labels.
• How long does the print last?

  Uncoated thermal is typically months; TOP-coated grades hold legible images for years when kept away from direct sunlight.
• Is BPA a concern?

  BPA-free and phenol-free thermal coatings are available — tell us your market's requirement.
• What do you need to quote?

  Printer model, label size, quantity, adhesive, liner, environment and target delivery date.