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Ribbons - Extra Information
Use the table below to identify which grade of Ribbon to use for your application.
| Ribbon Type |
Wax |
Wax / Resin |
Premium Near-Edge Wax/Resin (TEC Only) |
Resin |
| Print Energy |
Low |
Low-Medium |
Low-Medium |
Medium-High |
| Compatible Labels |
Thermal Transfer
Paper / Tags
Board Stock
Coated Papers
Poly Bags
|
Coated Papers
Gloss Papers
Polyethylene
Polyester
Polypropylene
Vinyl
Acetate
Poly Bags
|
Thermal Transfer
Paper / Tags
Board Stock
Gloss Papers
Polyester
Polypropylene
Polyethylene
Poly Bags
|
Full Gloss Paper
Coated Papers
Polyester
Polyethylene
Polypropylene
Vinyl
Other Synthetic
Films
|
| Smear Resistance i.e. a finger |
Very Good |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Excellent |
| Scratch Resistance i.e. a fingernail |
Fair / Good |
Very Good |
Very Good |
Excellent |
| Heat Resistance |
Low |
Medium |
Medium |
High |
Solvent Resistance
Petrol
Motor Oils
Alcohol
Kerosene
Anti Freeze |
Not Recommended
Customer
Evaluation
Required
|
Not Recommended
Customer
Evaluation
Required
|
Not Recommended
Customer
Evaluation
Required
|
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
|
The information in this document is based on our current knowledge and should be taken and used as a general guide only. All information is subject to change without prior notice.
