Barcode Label
Thermal Transfer Labels
Thermal-transfer printing is the printing method which contents are applied to paper by melting a coating of ribbon, in contrast to direct thermal printing.
Art Paper
Most commonly used material and most economic option.
Non-waterproof, tear-able.
Ribbon: Wax, WaxResin
PPNg White
Material with a white glossy surface.
Waterproof, tearproof
Ribbon: WaxResin, Resin
Cenic YUPO
Material with white matt surface.
Waterproof, semi tearproof.
Ribbon: WaxResin, Resin
Transparent OPP
Transparent labels, with printed I-mark on the back.
Waterproof, tearproof.
Ribbon: WaxResin, Resin
Matt Silver Polyester
Material with matt silver surface, because it is polyester, it is suitable for more heavy duty uses, such as outdoor usage.
Waterproof, weatherproof, tearproof.
Ribbon: WaxResin, Resin
White Polyester
Most durable option of all, but also the most expensive of all the options. Super heavy duty usage when coupled with resin ribbon.
Waterproof, weatherproof, tearproof.
Ribbon: WaxResin, Resin
Direct Thermal Labels
In contrast with thermal transfer printing, direct thermal "prints" its contents by directly heating the paper, which is a special type of material which blackens when heated. Thus, no ribbon is required for direct thermal printing.
Direct Thermal (Thermal Paper)
Special type of paper, very similar surface with art paper. Blackens when in contact with heat. Most commonly used in weighing machines in supermarkets.
Non-waterproof, tear-able.
Ribbon: None required
Pro Tip:
To differentiate between art paper and direct thermal, just scratch the surface of it. If an obvious black line is present, it is direct thermal.