CHOOSING THE RIGHT RIBBON

Ribbon Description:

Ideal for use with select paper and matte synthetics in environments with moderate to extreme chemical exposure and / or exposure to moderate abrasion, or where UL / cUL approval is required. Offers very good resistance to scratches and smears, everyday chemicals and higher temperatures when compared with conventional wax/resin ribbons.

Recommended Applications:

-Labels exposed to solvents or chemicals
-Labels subject to abrasion or friction
-Outdoor labeling applications in extreme environments
-Chemical drum labeling applications
-Labels exposed to water, steam, alkali or acid solutions

Recommended Substrates:

Material Compatibility
-Coated Paper / Matte Synthetics

Print Speed (Inches Per Second)
-Up to 8

Smear/Scratch Resistance
-Moderate

Chemical resistance
-Select moderate chemicals, such as alcohol and bleach

UL/cUL Approval
-Yes, with Z-Xtreme matte polyester