Labels

Matthews stocks an entire range of labels, to suit your Label Applicator (LA), Label Printer or Label Printer Applicator (LPA), and your application. Our labels are specifically made for use in all Fox IV, Datamax, Intermec and Avery machines we sell. Our labels are also suitable for all other ranges of thermal label printers or label printer applicators.

Thermal Transfer Labels

These labels provide a longer readable life than direct thermal labels and typically do not fade with time or heat. A thermal transfer ribbon is required to print the labels. Generally, the cost of ribbons plus standard thermal transfer labels is similar to the cost of standard direct thermal labels on their own.

Thermal transfer labels are usually suggested for printing applications in which the label stock is exposed to extreme temperatures or conditions or the stock is typically left on the shelf for extended periods of time. We can help you choose a combination of thermal transfer material and ribbon depending on the quality of printing required.

We have a wide variety of label sizes in various size rolls . We also offer synthetic label stocks including polyester, polypropylene and polystyrene.

Direct Thermal Labels

This stock changes color from white to black when heated, eliminating the need for a thermal transfer ribbon and creating an economic solution for many shipping labels. Because another heat source can affect the image and it may fade over time, direct thermal labels are usually suggested for printing applications in which the label stock is not exposed to extreme temperatures or conditions and the stock is typically not left on the shelf for long periods of time.

Direct thermal labels can help to prolong print-head life by allowing application with lower print-head temperatures, although this can be off-set by the absence of the printing ribbon which shields the printhead from the more abrasive paper stock.

We supply a wide variety of label sizes in various size rolls. We also offer synthetic direct-thermal label stocks including polyester, polypropylene and polystyrene.

To buy your label stock, call us on 1300 CODING. Also, ask us about Consumable Support Programs to save you time and money.