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Full Resin Ribbon
Our Range of Full Resin Ribbons is Recommended for Heavy-Duty Applications
There are several types of thermal transfer ribbons that are used in thermal transfer printing. Though each resin ribbon has its benefits, only one is recommended for heavy-duty applications: the full resin ribbon.
Wax ribbons
Wax ribbons are designed for general-purpose printing on paper materials. Their high wax content means that these ribbons have a lower melting point – so printers use a lower heat setting when using them. The lower the heat setting, the speedier the printing.
Wax ribbons are typically abrasion-resistant and are often used for retail tags and labels. However, they are not designed for use in harsh and corrosive environments.
Wax-resin ribbons
Wax-resin ribbons can be used to produce longer-lasting labels than those created with just wax ribbons. They are ideal for use with top-coated and glossy paper materials, as well as matte synthetic stock.
Wax-resin ribbon prints are more durable than wax and less likely to be scratched, scuffed or rubbed away. This is why they’re best suited for environments with moderate exposure to chemicals and abrasion, such as shelf and bin labelling. They are also used for high-speed printing applications.
Full resin ribbons
Full resin ribbons are utilised to create labels with sharp and clear print that can be used in highly demanding situations requiring mechanical and solvent resistance. These resin ribbons are suitable for most synthetic materials, as well as matte or high-gloss paper.
To produce long-lasting and strong labels, full resin thermal transfer ribbons chemically bond with and dissolve into the material on which they’re printed. This creates a tight adhesion that allows labels to be used across automotive, textile, medical, chemical, packaging and other industries that require high damage resistance.
Full resin ribbons allow you to create labels with the best longevity in corrosive environments, and can withstand moisture and high levels of abrasion.
Key Features and Benefits
Our full resin ribbons have many advantages designed to suit your specific needs:
- Excellent resistance to harsh environments – Full resin ribbons are the most heavy-duty thermal transfer ribbon option that Thermal Labels offers. They are resistant to scratches, scuffs, chemicals and extreme temperatures.
- A high-quality print – This printing option allows you to create labels with superb print quality, even when small fonts, dense barcodes or high-resolution graphics are required.
- Wide range of applications – Our range of full resin ribbons can be used for label printing across pharmaceutical, chemical, textile, automotive and other industries with labels exposed to adverse conditions.
Ribbon Types | Sizes and Dimensions That We Offer:
At Thermal Labels, we have a number of high-quality full resin thermal transfer ribbons of different dimensions to suit your specific needs:
- 74m x 109mm Full Resin Ribbon
- 300m x 55mm Full Resin Ribbon
- 300m x 80mm Full Resin Ribbon
- 300m x 110mm Full Resin Ribbon
All of our full resin ribbons are stored in our Sydney warehouse, so we can dispatch orders without delay.
Need a Custom Ribbon?
Thermal Labels also offers custom ribbons, so when you need a specific width, length or material compatibility, our team can work with you to match a develop a full resin ribbon tailored to your exact application.
If you have any questions, call us at 1800 88 88 11 to chat directly with a friendly member of the Thermal Labels team.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Full Resin Ribbons
What makes full resin ribbons different from wax or wax-resin?
A full resin ribbon is more durable compared to wax and wax-resin ribbons. It's designed for tough applications including exposure to chemicals, water, abrasion or extreme heat. It chemically bonds with synthetic labels to create long-lasting and scratch-resistant prints ideal for industrial and outdoor use.
Can full resin ribbons be used on paper labels?
They're mainly designed for use on synthetic materials, but in some cases, full resin ribbons can work on full gloss coated paper. For best results, it’s worth checking with our team to confirm compatibility with your label stock.
Do you offer custom ribbon sizes?
Yes. Since we manufacture in-house, we can supply custom full resin ribbons on request to suit your printer and label format. You only need to inform our team of the specific width, length or material type you need.
