Application Guide
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THERMAL SUPPLIES
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HOW TO DETERMINE SUPPLY NEEDS
Are you printing labels or tags?
Are you printing with a thermal transfer or direct
thermal printer?
What type of media are you printing?
What size label are you printing?
How many printers?
How many labels are you printing per day or
week?
To maximize the benefits of the Printronix M4L2, T2N,
T4M/SL4M, T5000r/SL5000r and T8000 series, we
recommend using Genuine Printronix ribbons, media and
consumables matched to the specific application
requirements to ensure your M4L2, T2N, T4M/SL4M,
T5000r/SL5000r and T8000 thermal printer is ready for all
“mission-critical” applications.
The demands of bar code and labelling are unique to your
specific application. The ribbons and label media selected
will both play a significant role in the success or failure of
these applications.
Every bar code and label application has easily definable
requirements that will contribute to its ultimate utility and
success. Defining the operational, environmental and
physical conditions that a label will encounter during its
life is the first step in ensuring success.
When your label is installed in its operating environment,
it must not only have the highest possible printing quality
but must also continue to function as intended for its
entire lifetime.
Different ribbon ink formulations are available to support
a wide selection of media materials.
Enhanced Wax formulation for low cost per label,
uncoated papers to mid-range synthetic films - this
range is designed for high volume label printing and
compliance label printing where cost per label is
critical.
Wax resin blends for selected paper, polyethylene and
polyester labels - this range is for applications
requiring a more durable image on coated paper and
synthetic face stocks at higher print speeds and
provides a cost effective and durable premium image
solution.
Resin formulations for increased image durability on
film face stock - designed specifically for industrial
“toughness” and formulated for synthetic film label
applications
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