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Wax / Resin Ribbons:
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Premium Grade Wax / Resin RibbonsThe 'B110A' premium wax/resin series of barcode thermal ribbons provides outstanding print quality, combined with chemical and solvent resistance. By providing smear and scratch resistance on paper and synthetic label stocks, this barcode thermal ribbon results in excellent staying power and durability in harsh environments. |
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Coloured Wax / Resin RibbonsThis section contains the B110A premium wax/resin barcode thermal ribbons as per above, but with your choice of Red, Blue or Green colours |
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Economy Grade Wax / Resin RibbonsThe '15 series' range of Economy Wax/Resin barcode thermal ribbons contain a general purpose ink formulation for printing high quality, durable barcodes on paper and synthetic label stocks at print speeds up to 6 inches (152.4mm) per second. |
Resin Ribbons:
Premium Grade Resin RibbonsThe '5095 series' are a general purpose resin barcode thermal ribbon predominantly for synthetic materials, producing images resistant to most harsh environments such as extreme temperature, chemicals moisture and abrasion. The 'B110C series' are a heavy-duty full resin barcode thermal ribbon that meets or exceeds the high heat, scratch and chemical resistance required in automotive, pharmaceutical and government applications. Ideal for long term outdoor use with temperatures as high as 100C. The 'D110A series' are a fabric care resin barcode thermal ribbon suitable for printing on cloths such as nylon, polyester and acetate. Superb smear resistance even at temperatures as high as 150C. Image will not blur even with ironing. Print image durable against water and dry cleaning. |
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Economy Grade Resin RibbonsThe '45 series' of Resin barcode thermal ribbons ensure scratch resistant thermal transfer printing on coated paper, synthetic paper and PET. This ribbon series produces excellent resistance to scratching and rubbing. |
Guide to Choosing the correct Thermal Ribbon
Thermal Transfer Ribbons
Peacock Bros. provides three basic types of thermal transfer ribbons: wax, wax/resin and premium resin.
Listed below is an explanation of each ribbon type and where the ribbon can be used.
Wax Ribbons
For normal and high speed 4' (102 mm) to 10' (254mm) per second print speed applications
Good edge definition
Good quality rotated bar codes
Good abrasion resistance
Heat resistance of printed image to 100 °F (38 °C)
Good static resistance
Low price
Recommended applications and uses for Wax Ribbons
Coated and uncoated labels and tags
All general purpose labeling
Shipping labels
Carton labeling
Address labels
Retail tags and labels
Print and apply applications
Small character and graphics labels
Wax/Resin Ribbons
For normal and high speed printing up to 254mm per second
Excellent edge definition
Good quality rotated bar codes
High abrasion resistance
Solvent resistance to petrochemicals and isopropyl alcohol
Heat resistance of printed image to 200 °F (100 °C)
Recommended applications and use for Wax / Resin Ribbons
High gloss labels, coated labels and tags, and synthetic labels and tags
High speed print and apply applications
Shelf and bin labeling, materials management labeling, drum labeling, parts marking labeling
Polyester Resin Ribbons
Super high gloss paper labels and synthetic labels (i.e. polyester, kaplon, polyolefin, vinyl, mylar)
Used in extreme environmental applications such as hazardous drum labeling
Used in printed circuit board applications, rating plate labels, engine component labels, labels requiring long life (5-8 years) and all types of outdoor labeling that require durability.
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Frequently Asked Questions for Label, Tags and Ribbons
Q. What types of ribbon are available for thermal printing?
A. Wax, Wax/Resin, Resin
Q. Are color ribbons available for thermal printing?
A. Yes, red, green, blue, yellow and some process colors.
Q. What ribbon is used on paper and tag stocks?
A. General purpose wax ribbon will give you the best print quality and the most scratch resistance.
Q. On light synthetics what ribbon can we use?
A. General purpose resin can be used to get the best print quality and the most scratch resistance.
Q. When printing polyester labels what ribbon can I use?
A. Poly resin ribbons must be used when printing on any shiny vinyl thermal stock.
Q. Why is direct thermal used more than thermal transfer?
A. There is no ribbon is required for this printing process and the cost of each printed label is lower.
Q. Can thermal transfer be printed on any printer?
A. No. The printer must be capable of using a ribbon to print.
Q. Can I print on labels that have my logo or other printing?
A. Yes, you can print on labels that have been pre-printed on a press, as long as there is no printing in the way of the sensor.
Q. What label and ribbon do I use when I need to withstand harsh environment chemicals, such as gasoline, alcohol, UV rays?
A. For such environments, a polyester label and polyester resin ribbon must be used. A polyester label is made up of very strong vinyl, and if the ribbon has a high resin content, you will produce a very durable image, with up to a 5 year outdoor life.
Q. What sizes of ribbon available?
A . Ribbons are available from 38 to 220 mm and from 91 meters to 600 meters long. The size of the ribbon will depend on the type of printer you are using.
Q. What sizes of tags and labels are available?
A . Tags and labels are available from 25 to 216 mm wide and from 3/8” to 11” (9 to 279 mm) long.
