Resin Ribbon printing what are the advantages and disadvantages

The advantages and disadvantages of Resin Ribbon printing can be summarized as follows:

Advantages:

High durability: Because the resin-based carbon strip contains a high proportion of resin components, the printed label has extremely high durability. Resin is harder than wax, making printed text and graphics resistant to friction, scratch, and can remain clear for a long time.

Strong chemical resistance: resin-based carbon tape printed labels have good resistance to chemical corrosion. This is critical for labels that are exposed to chemicals or in harsh environments, as it ensures that the label remains legible in the face of chemical corrosion.

High resolution printing: The resin-based carbon strip can support high resolution printing, and the printed text and bar code edges are clear, easy to scan and identify. This is very beneficial for applications that require precise printing of small text and barcodes.

Wide applicability: Resin-based carbon tape is suitable for a variety of label materials, such as PET, PVC, etc., which can meet the printing needs of different types of labels.

Cons:

High cost: Resin-based carbon strips are generally more expensive compared to other types of carbon strips. This can increase the cost of printing, especially if a large number of prints are required.

High printing energy level requirements: The energy level required for resin-based carbon strips to print is higher than that of wax-based and mixed-based carbon strips. This means that the printing device needs to have a higher energy output, which may have a certain impact on the life of the print head.

High requirements for printing media: In order to obtain the best printing results, resin-based carbon strips usually need to be matched with a specific printing media. If the printing medium is not selected properly, it may affect the printing effect and durability.

In summary, the advantages of Resin Ribbon printing lie in its high durability, chemical resistance, high resolution printing and wide applicability. The disadvantages are mainly reflected in the high cost, the high requirements for the printing level and the specific choice of the printing medium. When choosing whether to use resin-based carbon strips for printing, it is necessary to consider these factors as well as the specific application needs.