Can BOPP thermal paper be printed using Resin Ribbon

Whether BOPP thermal label paper can be printed with Resin Ribbon needs to be comprehensively considered from the characteristics and printing principle of thermal paper and resin based carbon ribbon. Here is an analysis of the problem:

Characteristics of thermal paper:

Thermal paper is a processed paper that is coated with a layer of "thermal paint" (also known as "thermal discoloration layer") on high-quality base paper.

It is only suitable for thermal printers, that is, through the hot head of the printer heating, so that the thermal coating chemical reaction, so that the text and images appear.

Resin Ribbon Features:

The resin-based carbon strip contains a high proportion of resin components.

The energy level required for printing is higher than that of wax - and mixed-base carbon strips.

It has excellent anti-friction and chemical corrosion resistance, and strong durability.

Printing principle and compatibility:

Thermal printers use hot heads to heat thermal paper and change color to print text and images, a process that does not require a carbon strip.

Resin-based carbon strips are commonly used in thermal transfer printers, where the toner of the carbon strip is transferred to the label material by thermal transfer technology.

Conclusion:

BOPP thermal label paper is not suitable for Resin Ribbon printing. Because the printing principle of thermal paper is to change the color of the coating by heating the hot head, without the need to transfer through the carbon strip. Resin-based carbon tape is mainly used for thermal transfer printing technology, which does not match the printing principle of thermal paper.

Therefore, if you need to print with Resin Ribbon, you should choose a compatible thermal transfer label material rather than thermal paper.