How to select the appropriate heat-sensitive labels according to different application scenarios?

To select an appropriate heat-sensitive label, consider multiple factors according to different application scenarios. Here are some key steps and considerations:

First, identify application scenarios

First of all, it is clear what kind of specific scenarios the label paper will be used for, such as logistics, retail, medical, food packaging, outdoor labeling, etc. Different scenarios have different requirements on labels.

Second, consider key performance

1. Waterproof performance:

In a humid environment, the label paper must be waterproof to ensure that the label content is not blurred or faded due to moisture.

2. Oil resistance:

In an environment where oil or grease may be in contact, the label paper should be able to resist oil erosion and keep the content clearly visible.

3. Anti-friction performance:

In the case of frequent contact or friction, the label paper should have strong wear resistance to maintain the integrity and readability of the label.

Third, other considerations

1. Light and heat resistance:

If the label paper needs to be used in a light or high temperature environment, a paper with high light and high temperature resistance should be selected to avoid information loss.

2. Substrate selection:

Select polyester film or polypropylene film as substrate according to environmental requirements. Mylar is more resistant to high temperatures and chemicals and is suitable for demanding places such as hospitals or laboratories.

3. Paper thickness:

Select the appropriate thickness of thermal paper according to durability requirements. The thicker the paper, the better its resistance to wear and tear is usually.

4. Environmental Protection and Safety:

In educational and child-related applications, choose thermal paper that does not contain harmful substances such as bisphenol A to protect the health of the user.

5. Printing effect and cost:

Consider the printing clarity of the label paper, the degree of color reproduction and the overall cost to ensure that the printing effect is met, but also to control the cost.

Fourth, practical cases and tests

In the selection process, you can refer to actual cases or conduct small-scale tests to verify the performance of the label paper in practical applications.

Fifth, comprehensive selection

Based on the above considerations, a comprehensive evaluation of different brands and models of heat-resistant label paper to select the most suitable for specific application scenarios. For example:

Logistics industry: It may be necessary to choose a label paper with high strength friction resistance and good waterproof and oil-proof performance to cope with various harsh environments during transportation.

Retail industry: For price labels and promotional labels, it may be necessary to choose label paper with clear printing and moderate cost.

Medical industry: The chemical resistance and high temperature resistance of the label paper are required to ensure the stability of the label in the process of disinfection and sterilization.

In short, the selection of the appropriate heat-sensitive label paper needs to consider multiple factors according to the specific application scenario, and verify its performance through actual tests.