Direct Thermal Labels

Direct Thermal printing is basically the same process as Thermal Transfer printing with one exception: 
Direct Thermal printers do not use ribbon.  In Direct Thermal printing the thermal process occurs
on the label itself requiring a specially coated label for optimal performance.  The heat from the
print head causes a chemical reaction with the top layer of the coated label that
essentially burns the transmitted image onto the label.
                 

                         Advantages                                                                                     Disadvantages
         -  Images are clear and defined                                             -  Images are less durable than thermal transfer
         -  Printers are less expensive, simple to                                -  Label restrictions
            operate, and easy to maintain                                            - Special labels, very sensitive to light, heat and
         -  Improvement over ink jet and laser technology                        abrasion
                                                                                                   -  Limited applications to short term projects
                                                                                                   -  No chemical resistance

Direct Thermal labels offer an inexpensive way to print in a variety of general-purpose applications. 
Ideal usage for indoors where the temperatures are moderate.

Please click on the buttons above to show our most popular Direct Thermal labels. 
If you cannot find the product you need listed, please contact us @ 1-800-508-2535
for more information and a price quote.