Types of thermal transfer ribbon

To meet the requirements of different materials to be printed and durability, thermal transfer ribbons can be divided into wax-based, wax/resin mixed-based, and resin-based based on the coating material.

a) Wax-based: usually has high density and high sensitivity, the application of paper labels, the printing effect is excellent, and the cost is economical.

The universal wax-based thermal transfer ribbon is suitable for most thermal transfer printers. In the case of low energy consumption, this high-sensitivity ribbon can still achieve excellent printing density and clarity. The printing speed can reach 200mm/s . Thermal resistance: 100 ℃, printing materials: coated paper, coated paper, melting point: 65 ℃. The printing speed of enhanced wax-based thermal transfer ribbon can reach 250mm/s. Melting point: 80 ℃.

b) Mixed base: both high-quality printing effect and durability, wide application, good price and efficiency.

The wax/tree hybrid ribbon has high sensitivity: it consumes less and prolongs the life of the print head. Thermal resistance: 100 ℃, printing speed: 250mm/s, printing materials: coated paper, coated paper, PVC, PET, PE, PP, melting point: 75 ℃. The edge-press reinforced wax/tree hybrid ribbon is suitable for edge-press printers, compatible with a variety of label papers, and has the characteristics of anti-fouling and scratch resistance. Printing speed: 300mm/s, melting point: 80 ℃.

c) Resin base: the most durable, abrasion-resistant, heat-resistant, and corrosion-resistant. Some formulas can resist steam pressure, and some can be washed or dry cleaned.

The enhanced resin-based thermal transfer ribbon is suitable for flat-head print heads. With low energy consumption, the printing speed can reach 200mm/s. The printing resolution can reach 200DPI to 300DPI. Thermal resistance: 100 ℃, printing speed: 200mm/s, printing material: PVC, PET, PE, PP, melting point: 80 ℃. Side pressure reinforced resin-based ribbon is suitable for side pressure printers. In the case of low energy consumption, the unique back-coating technology makes printing more flexible and easy, even printing with a 90 degree rotation. Thermal resistance: 180 ℃, printing speed: 200mm/s, melting point: 80 ℃.