The Process of Thermal Printing
Thermal printers offer convenience in printing labels, receipts and bar codes quickly and cost-effectively in a set location or on the move. A thermal printer is a type of printer that uses a heated thermal printhead rather than ink, pressed against a medium to produce black text or images. The heated printhead either activates special chemically treated paper (called thermal paper) or transfers solid ink from a ribbon and bonds it to the paper, tape or ribbon, depending on the type of thermal printer. These printers are most commonly used in producing labels, receipts, barcodes, ID badges and many more applications across a vast number of industries. Types of Thermal Printing As mentioned, thermal printing consists of two categories - direct thermal and thermal transfer. Direct thermal printing uses a special heat-sensitive thermal paper, while thermal transfer printing uses a heat-sensitive ribbon and is generally the go-to option for extra durability. T...