How long is the shelf life of long-acting heat-sensitive label paper?

The shelf life of long-acting thermal label paper is affected by a variety of factors, including paper quality, storage conditions and environmental factors. The following is a detailed answer to the shelf life of the long-acting three heat-resistant label paper:

Shelf life range

According to publicly released information, the shelf life of long-acting heat-sensitive label paper can range from about 2 years to decades. Some brands or models of long-acting heat-resistant label paper can reach more than 10 years in a normal storage environment (avoid high temperature and humidity, direct sunlight, avoid contact with solvents, plasticizers, etc.).

Tests have shown that the most durable thermal paper can be stored for 8 years, 10 years, or even 32 years. However, these data are usually obtained under more ideal storage conditions.

Influencing factors of shelf life

1.Thermal paper quality: High quality thermal paper usually uses more advanced production processes and better materials, so it has a longer shelf life. In contrast, poor quality thermal paper may only last a few months.

2.Storage conditions: Storage conditions have an important impact on the shelf life of thermal paper. Avoid direct sunlight, moisture, sun protection, high temperature and ultra-low temperature environment. Under suitable storage conditions, thermal paper can maintain clarity and readability for longer.

3.Environmental factors: humidity, temperature, and light in the environment will affect the shelf life of thermal paper. For example, thermal paper may only be kept for about ten days when the sun is exposed and the temperature exceeds 30 degrees Celsius.

Shelf life and practical application

In practical applications, long-acting heat-sensitive labels are mainly used in scenarios that require long-term storage and tracking of information, such as logistics, warehousing, and asset management. Therefore, choosing a thermal label paper with a long shelf life can ensure the long-term readability and traceability of the information.

In order to extend the shelf life of thermal label paper, it is recommended to carefully check the product manual before use, understand the storage conditions and use methods, and strictly comply with it in practical application.

Sum up

The shelf life of long-acting thermal label paper varies according to factors such as brand, model, quality and storage conditions. Under normal storage conditions, some high-quality long-acting heat-sensitive labels can be stored for more than 10 years. However, in order to ensure the long-term readability and traceability of the label paper, it is recommended to carefully understand the product instructions before use and store them properly.