- Designed with all the attributes of a traditional full resin
ribbon:
- Superior resistance to abrasion* - Excellent steam
resistance* - Resistance to a variety of chemicals* (gasoline, oil,
antifreeze, bleach, alcohol, etc.) * It is highly recommended that each color
is tested in the specific application to ensure performance meets
expectations.
- Excellent print quality for text, graphics, and
logos
- Designed for harsh environment labeling applications that
require color:
- Textile and apparel applications - Nursery and lumber
applications - Chemical drum labeling - Medical and pharmaceutical
labeling - Outdoor applications - Flexible packaging
applications
- Recommended Media:
- Polyethylene and polypropylene
films - Polyester films - Vinyl
- Colors available:
| Dark Blue |
|
Red |
|
Black |
| Light Blue |
|
Gray |
|
Shamrock Green |
|
|
|
| Film Thickness: |
|
4.5 Microns |
| Total Ribbon Thickness: |
|
8 Microns |
| Ink Melting Point: |
|
110º C 230º F |
| Recommended Maximum Print Speed: |
|
6 IPS |
This diagram is representative of DC-400
ribbons used in super premium applications when printing on synthetic
films.

To ensure optimal performance, please adhere to the following
environmental conditions for use, shipping, and storage.
- For optimal print results, thermal transfer printing should
occur in the temperature range of 5º C (41º F) to 35º
C (95º F) at 45% to 85% relative humidity.
- Recommended shipping conditions for up to one month duration
are -5º C (23º F) to 45º C (113º F) at
20% to 85% relative humidity.
- To ensure the ribbons performance, our suggested storage
conditions for up to one year duration are -5º C (23º F)
to 40º C (104º F) at 20% to 85% relative humidity.
Please Note: Exposing Watson Label Products Thermal
Transfer Ribbons to direct sunlight or moisture will cause damage to the
ribbons.
Watson Label Products goal is to
achieve total customer satisfaction, and we offer a 100% guarantee on all our
bar code thermal transfer ribbon products.
(Product data sheet -
DC-400) |