What is the difference between Direct Thermal and Thermal Transfer Labels?
Thermal label printers produce high-quality and accurate images. These images are mandatory for barcode scanning and barcode printing. When it comes to label printing, there are two different types of label printing methods i.e., Direct Thermal and Thermal Transfer. The direct thermal printing method uses chemically treated and heat-sensitive media for printing. However, the Thermal Transfer Printing method involves using a heating ribbon. Keep reading to find out the difference between them and which label printing method suits your business purposes. Direct Thermal Labels Direct Thermal Printers use a thermal print head for heat activated and chemically treated label stock. The label is fed by the printer and then the print head heats the label surface. When the label reacts by blackening while passing under the thermal print head, the print is created. The direct thermal label printing method is cost-effective as it does not require any ribbons or ink to print labels. This...