All-resin TTR ribbon and all-resin TTO ribbon, which is better to use, mainly depends on the specific application scenario and needs.
Application scenario:
All resin TTR Ribbon (Thermal Transfer Ribbon) is commonly used in various thermal transfer printing equipment, suitable for printing on blank labels, paper and other materials. Its wide applicability makes it used in many industries and fields, such as label printing, bar code printing, ticket printing and so on.
All-resin TTO ribbon (Thermal Transfer Overprinter) is mainly used for thermal transfer printing on existing labels or packaging, usually for marking packaging films, metal foils and labels [2]. This printing method is more common in the packaging industry and logistics.
Printing requirements:
If you need to print on blank material, or if you need to print something simple, then the all-resin TTR ribbon may be more suitable. It offers a wide range of compatibility and cost effectiveness, and is able to meet most basic printing needs [1].
If you need to perform precise coding on existing labels or packaging, such as mixing characters of different heights, date, time formats, fonts, microlabels, barcodes, two-dimensional barcodes, etc., then all-resin TTO ribbons may be more appropriate. It provides excellent print quality and clarity, which can meet the high requirements of the printing effect of the scene.
Cost considerations:
In general, the all-resin TTR ribbon may be relatively affordable due to its wide range of applications and large market demand. The price of the all-resin TTO ribbon may be relatively high due to its special printing method and high printing quality.
In summary, all resin TTR ribbon and all resin TTO ribbon have their own advantages, which is better to use mainly depends on the specific application scenario and needs. In the selection, it is recommended that according to the actual needs of comprehensive consideration, choose the most suitable for their own printing supplies.