What are the disadvantages or limitations of the application of TTO ribbon

Although the application of TTO ribbon is extensive, there are also some shortcomings or limitations, the following is a clear summary of these shortcomings:

Higher cost:

The price of TTO ribbon is usually higher than other types of ribbon (such as ordinary coding ribbon and hot ink wheel), mainly due to its advanced printing function and material characteristics.

Technical threshold:

The TTO ribbon needs to be used with a specific thermal transfer coding machine, which requires users or factories to have certain technical capabilities and equipment investment.

For users who do not use high-quality thermal transfer coding ribbons, they may face problems such as print head wear, film combustion, electrostatic charge accumulation, which further raises the technical threshold for use.

Application restrictions:

Although the TTO ribbon has a wide range of applicability, in some specific printing materials or environments, its effect may not be ideal. For example, for some special materials of packaging materials, special customized TTO ribbons may be required to achieve the desired printing effect.

Replacement and maintenance:

Although the TTO ribbon has a unique word-changing structure, in practical applications, it is still necessary to replace the ribbon regularly to ensure the print quality and the normal operation of the equipment. This may require additional maintenance costs and time.

Storage and transportation:

The TTO ribbon is generally long (usually more than 300 meters), which can cause inconvenience in storage and transportation. At the same time, if the storage is not proper, it may affect the quality of the ribbon and the printing effect.

Environmental impact:

Although the TTO ribbon produces relatively little waste during the printing process, its production and disposal process may have a certain impact on the environment. This needs to be paid attention to during production and use.

To sum up, although the TTO ribbon has advantages in printing effect, adaptability and durability, it also has certain shortcomings or limitations in terms of cost, technical threshold, application restrictions, replacement and maintenance, and environmental impact. Therefore, when choosing to use TTO ribbon, it is necessary to consider its advantages and disadvantages and actual needs.