Thermal labels - what is it and how does it look?
- 23.11.2022
What are thermal labels and what do they look like?
Thermal label — what is it and what does it look like? Today it is impossible to imagine trading without barcode stickers. They can be seen in stores on various products. There are many different labels that differ in the production method.
A special role is played by the printer on which the label is printed. The most popular type is thermal label. Thanks to its use, the marking and accounting of goods is greatly simplified.
Thermal label — This is a self-adhesive paper in large rolls, specially made of several layers for printing labels. Most often it is used to label goods in stores, warehouses, etc. The paper is usually white. The image is located on the first layer of the thermal label. It's called thermochemical. To print information about the product, a special thermal transfer or other printer is used. They come in different models. It will be useful to know how to choose a label printer. The head of the device heats the dots on the top layer of the sticker, after which information about the product appears on it, which can be considered a scanner. The middle layer is plain paper or other material under which glue is applied. Under the paper is a tape from which the label is removed. As a rule, such thermal labels are not durable and are used in places where there are no factors that can damage the sticker. Next, consider the types in more detail.
What are the types of thermal labels?
Having dealt with the question of what thermal labels are, you can study its types. Basically, the following types are distinguished:
- Thermo-ECO sticker. The label is made of a material that is characterized by fragility. This type is used on products with a short shelf life or on products that are not located in the most favorable conditions. Such a label will quickly fade in the sun, get wet in the rain, crack due to temperature changes, etc. It is not recommended to use these thermal labels for long-term storage products.
- Thermo-TOP stickers. Very different from the first kind. They have a protective layer that prevents the negative impact of the environment on the label and information on it. The thermal label is not afraid of sunlight, water ingress, temperature changes and other mechanical influences. The protective layer reliably resists dirt and damage. Most often, such thermal labels are used on products that are intended for storage in rooms with high humidity.
It is recommended to use thermo-TOP labels, as they have reliable protection and will not deteriorate quickly. Now you know what thermal labels are and what they look like. To purchase printers, scanners and consumables, we recommend visiting our store in Kyiv.