The direct thermal printer will use heat to print direct to the surface label. Thermal transfer Thermal transfer printers use ribbons to print on to the smooth paper or plastic surfaces. Again the printer uses heat, but the images is formed by the transfer of wax or resin from the ribbon to the label.
Labels can be paper, plastic or other special materials.
Usually labels have a smooth surface, for better print quality. Ribbons for thermal transfer printers come in various types, see the ribbons pages for more information. The best in quality, price and performance matched with uncomplicated design features make the Orion Eltron's third successful generation of desktop bar code printers. Ideal for all desktop bar code printing applications and us levels, the Orion's innovative open-access print head design allows easy cleaning and prevents label jams while the self centering label roll holder makes label loading simple the first time and every time. All rights reserved.