How compatible is the all-resin carbon strip with different printers?

The compatibility of all resin carbon tape with different printers is a complex problem, which involves many factors. Here is some analysis of the compatibility of the all-resin carbon strip with different printers:

1. Physical compatibility

Physical compatibility is mainly concerned with the size of the carbon strip specifications (such as length and width), the type of tube core (such as paper tube, plastic tube), the diameter of the tube core, and the coil direction of the carbon strip (such as internal carbon and external carbon). These factors determine whether the carbon strip can be properly installed to the printer and whether it can run smoothly during the printing process.

Size: resin carbon belt usually has different widths and lengths to choose from, such as the common width of 30mm, 40mm, 50mm, 60mm, 70mm, 80mm, 90mm, 100mm and 110mm, length of 90 meters, 100 meters, 300 meters, 450 meters and 600 meters. When selecting the carbon tape, it is necessary to ensure that the width of the carbon tape is less than the maximum printing width of the printer, but greater than or equal to the width of the label paper, and the length of the carbon tape is also within the requirements of the printer.

Core type and diameter: The core type and diameter of the carbon strip are also important factors affecting compatibility. Different brands and models of printers may have specific requirements for the tube core, such as whether the tube core needs to be bayonet, plastic tube core or paper tube core. When selecting a carbon strip, you need to ensure that the core specifications are compatible with the printer.

Coil direction of carbon belt: The coil direction of carbon belt is divided into inner carbon and outer carbon. The inner carbon refers to the side where the ink touches the carbon strip axis, while the outer carbon refers to the side where the ink does not touch the axis. Normally, flat-press printers use an outer carbon strip, and edge-press printers use an inner carbon strip. Therefore, when selecting the carbon strip, it is necessary to ensure that the roll direction of the carbon strip matches the type of printer.

2. Chemical compatibility

Chemical compatibility is mainly concerned with the formulation performance of the ink coating of the carbon strip and whether the printer's print head can be well matched to print clear and bright content.

Ink coating formula: All resin carbon strip ink coating is a chemical mixture, composed of pigments, resins, waxes, additives and other components. The proportion of these components will directly affect the chemical properties of the carbon belt, such as temperature resistance, chemical corrosion resistance, wear resistance, etc. When selecting the carbon strip, it is necessary to ensure that the formula of the ink coating matches the print head material and working temperature of the printer to avoid problems such as too fast wear of the print head or poor printing effect.

3. Printer type and compatibility

Different types of printers will have different requirements for carbon strips.

Thermal transfer printer: In thermal transfer printing mode, the carbon tape and label paper are consumed simultaneously in the direction of length. Therefore, when selecting the carbon strip, it is necessary to ensure that the length and width of the carbon strip match the requirements of the printer. In addition, the cooperation between the operating temperature of the print head and the sensitivity characteristics of the carbon strip will also have a great impact on the final printing effect.

Flat-press and edge-press printers: As mentioned earlier, flat-press printers usually use an outer carbon strip, while edge-press printers use an inner carbon strip. Therefore, when selecting the carbon strip, it is necessary to ensure that the roll direction of the carbon strip matches the type of printer.

4. Brand and model differences

Different brands and models of printers may differ in terms of carbon band compatibility. Some printer brands may offer a specific list of carbon belt recommendations or certifications to ensure the best print results and compatibility. Therefore, when choosing a carbon strip, it is recommended to refer to the printer manufacturer's official recommendation or certification list.

5. Practical application scenarios

In addition to the above factors, the compatibility of all-resin carbon tape with different printers is also affected by practical application scenarios. For example, when the printer is used in some harsh environments (such as high temperature, humid environments), it may be necessary to select a full resin carbon tape with special properties (such as high temperature resistance, water resistance) to ensure the printing effect.

In summary, the compatibility of all resin carbon tape with different printers is affected by many factors. When selecting carbon belts, factors such as physical compatibility, chemical compatibility, printer type and compatibility, and actual application scenarios need to be considered comprehensively to ensure the best printing effect and compatibility.