Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbon
What is a Wax Thermal Transfer Ribbon?
Wax thermal transfer ribbons are a popular choice for many printing applications due to their cost-effectiveness and ease of use.
Wax ribbons use a standard wax base, which is best suited for paper material due to their lower smudge resistance. They are made of wax-based ink that is transferred onto paper or other materials through the use of heat, usually from a thermal transfer printer. They are perfect for general use and offer the lowest price of thermal ribbons. They are used for printing barcodes, labels, and other types of high-volume printing applications. The wax-based ink used in these ribbons provides a durable and long-lasting print, making them ideal for industrial and commercial uses.
More than just a Ribbon
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TSC Genuine Supplies WAX Thermal Transfer Ribbons:
What are WAX ribbons used for?
Wax ribbons are gentle to the printers. The ink is transferred at lower heat settings on the printer and therefore the printing process requires less energy.
Additionally, wax ribbons can be used on a variety of paper materials, including uncoated and coated papers.In comparison to wax resin or resin thermal transfer ribbons, wax ribbon formulations give the best print results on rougher substrates such as uncoated paper. The wax easily melts into the uneven areas ensuring dark and crisp print results. Wax ribbons also print well on other papers and a range of synthetic materials such as PE and PP.
Wax ribbons are the best option to use for printing at high speeds. Printing with a wax ribbon requires a lower heat setting on the printer, maing them suitable for high-volume printing needs.
Wax ribbons are seen in all industries where they are mostly used for production of high-quality logistical prints. Compared to other printing methods, such as direct thermal, thermal transfer print with wax delivers a more durable and easy-to-scan image. The applications vary from box labels, crate tags, shelf labels and shipping labels.
What’s the difference between Standard Wax (SWX) and Premium Wax (PWX)?
| STANDARD Wax (SWX) | PREMIUM Wax (PWX) | |
|---|---|---|
FORMULATION
| Primarily composed of wax. | Wax enhanced with resin |
PRINT QUALITY
| Suitable for general-purpose printing on paper labels. | Higher print quality with sharper, more defined images and text. |
DURABILITY
| Moderate resistance to smudging and scratching. Not ideal for harsh environments. | Better resistance to smudging, scratching, and moderate exposure to chemicals and abrasion. |
APPLICATIONS
| Used for standard applications where cost and speed are primary concerns, like logistic labels, shipping labels and tags, warehouse and shelf labels. | Better option for industries where high-quality, durable prints needed and where labels face moderate handling and environmental factors. |
COST
| More affordable, making them a cost-effective choice for everyday applications | More expensive due to the enhanced formulation and improved performance. |
In summary, choosing between standard and premium wax ribbons depends on the specific needs of your printing application, including desired print quality, durability, and budget considerations.
Application
Shipping Labels: Ideal for printing shipping labels due to their affordability and adequate durability.
Inventory Management: Used for labeling inventory items where high durability is not a primary concern.
Retail Tags: Commonly used for printing price tags and other retail labels
Where are Wax Ribbons typically used?
Wax ribbons are used for easy printing of variable information in scanning operations with a fast turn-around time.
Logistics
Box label, pallet label, shipping label, shelf label
Electronics
Temporary label, box label
Food & Beverage
Box label, crate label, tag
Medical
Box label, tag, papertag
Health & Beauty
Box label
Textile
Hangtag, papertag, tag
These applications leverage the wax ribbon's advantages of producing high-quality prints on paper materials in a high-speed and cost-efffective turnout, extending the lifespan of a print head.
Why Choose TSC Genuine Supplies Ribbons?
Benefit from different sizes available directly from stock!
Order any time: our Ribbons are ready for immediate dispatch with minimum order quantity of just one box!
Choose from the most complete range of Thermal Transfer Ribbons' formulations with wax, wax-resin and resin!
Go safe in food packaging! TSC ribbons are approved for food contact marking/coding and comply with GHS regulations.
Go sustainable with a green choice of all halogen-free TSC Ribbons!
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Contribute to the creation of lush forests, thriving wildlife, and happier communities!
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