Wax & Resin ribbon
Product Overview
Wax/resin thermal transfer ribbon is designed for applications that need clear, bright-black printing with improved scratch and alcohol resistance. It can be evaluated for semi-gloss paper, synthetic PP and suitable PET label materials when matched with the printer, label surface and required print performance.
Confirmed Product Characteristics
Item | Confirmed Information |
Print appearance | Bright black print with clear text and fine-barcode definition |
Resistance described | Scratch resistance and alcohol resistance |
Label materials | Semi-gloss paper, synthetic PP and suitable PET label facestock |
PET material range | 25-100 micrometres; clear, white and matte-silver PET options are included in the label-material range |
Selection requirement | Final performance must be matched and tested with the actual printer and label surface |
Label Material Applications
For paper applications, review semi-gloss paper label material. For film applications, PET label facestock may be clear, white or matte silver. The PET thickness range belongs to the label material, not to the ribbon, and the complete printing combination should be tested before bulk production.
When to Evaluate Wax/Resin Ribbon
· Fine barcode and small-text printing on compatible label surfaces.
· A balance of print definition and resistance beyond a general wax ribbon.
· Semi-gloss paper or synthetic PP label applications requiring scratch or alcohol resistance.
· Suitable PET label applications where wax/resin or resin ribbon matching is required.
Common Specification Options
Ribbon dimensions vary by printer and application. Confirm the printer model, ribbon dimensions, core, coating orientation, label material, print-resistance requirement and order quantity before production.
Item | Confirmed Information |
Common ribbon widths | Approximately 30-110 mm |
Common ribbon lengths | 74 m, 300 m and 450 m |
Common core references | 0.5 inch and 1 inch |
Coating orientation | Coated side in (CSI) or coated side out (CSO), depending on the printer |
Materials to confirm | Semi-gloss paper, synthetic PP or PET facestock; include PET finish and thickness when applicable |
Selection and Sample Testing
The ribbon, label surface and printer settings work as one system. Provide the exact printer model, current ribbon reference, label material and surface finish, ribbon size, barcode requirement and resistance conditions. Test the actual combination for barcode readability, text clarity, adhesion and resistance under the intended use conditions.
For an overview of printing-method selection, read Direct Thermal vs. Thermal Transfer Labels.
Related Ribbon Options
Compare the wax thermal transfer ribbon for suitable paper-focused applications and the resin thermal transfer ribbon when stronger resistance or durable film-label printing needs to be evaluated.
FAQ
Which materials can be evaluated with this ribbon?
Semi-gloss paper, synthetic PP and suitable PET label materials are included in the current application scope.
Can it print fine barcodes?
Fine-barcode definition is one of the identified product characteristics, but the final result depends on the printer, material and settings.
Does the PET thickness describe the ribbon?
No. The 25-100 micrometre range describes PET label facestock options. Ribbon dimensions are selected separately.
Is sample testing recommended?
Yes. Print quality and resistance should be checked using the actual label, ribbon, printer and operating conditions.
Request Product Information
Send the printer model, label material and finish, ribbon dimensions, barcode or resistance requirement, sample and quantity. Contact Foshan Alliance Paper for a wax/resin ribbon quotation.
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