Question 1

What is the thickness of this material?  Thanks.

Accepted Answer

The face stock (label material) caliper 2.0 mil ± 10%. The liner (backing) caliper is 3.5 mil ± 10%. The total thickness (face stock + adhesive + liner) is 6.5 mil ± 10%. We are happy to send you a sample for testing at no charge if you would like to fill out our sample request form at https://www.onlinelabels.com/samples.

Question 2

Can I use pencil, pen, or marker on this material?

Accepted Answer

You can use a permanent marker like a Sharpie on the Clear Matte for Inkjet. Regular pens and pencils work best on uncoated paper based materials like the Standard White Matte.

Question 3

We have used this in our Xerox laser and it has caused a lot of issues with static electricity that builds up and also the heat it causes. This causes a lot of paper jams with this stock and others that are printing on plain paper. I have tried various setting from plain to label to heavy weight stock. Is there a laser printer the you can recommend that works well with this stock? The stock works well for us, so we'd like to keep using it.

Accepted Answer

Label sheets consisting of a plastic facestock, such as our weatherproof and clear materials, are more prone to static buildup than standard paper-based materials. If you find that using the plain or unspecified paper type setting does not resolve the issue, try manually feeding the label sheets through your printer. Another option to alleviate the issue would be to lay the stack of sheets down on a hard, flat surface and then fan through the sheets at all four edges. This should separate the sheets and allow some of the static electricity to dissipate.

Our Weatherproof Polyester for Laser was tested well across multiple printer models, including desktop units and large digital presses. To better address the issue, please confirm your printer model by contacting Customer Support at the link below.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/Support/SupportRequest.aspx

Question 4

Hi there - is this adhesive?
If not, could you please direct me to: Inkjet, transparent adhesive paper full A4 or A3 pages.
Thanks

Accepted Answer

The Clear Matte for Inkjet is a transparent material with a frosted appearance and a permanent adhesive. We do not offer A4 or A3 sheets sizes on our U.S. site but our U.K. site does offer these. I have included a link below to the Gloss Clear Inkjet as we do not offer an inkjet matte finish on our UK site.

https://uk.onlinelabels.com/material_gloss_clear_inkjet_labels.htm

Question 5

Is this label okay for a freezer? I need a label to put on packaging that will be in a case in a freezer. I also need to write on it so the polyester fabric is not suitable. I need a large label. Thanks for your help.

Accepted Answer

Although the Aggressive White Matte is an uncoated, paper based material, it did test well with freezer applications. If using a permanent marker like a Sharpie, the polyester based weatherproof materials should work as well. I would recommend samples for testing. You can request free samples at the link below.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/samples

Question 6

I would like to print color decals or stickers that are waterproof and can be placed on an item without it smearing or running.  I will then cut it on a cricut machine.  Is this product white background or clear?

Accepted Answer

The Weatherproof Gloss for Inkjet is white. Although we do have a clear gloss and clear matte material for inkjet printers, these are not considered waterproof. For best results, make sure to adjust the printer's material type setting to a Photo or Glossy option. This should prevent smearing with dry and wet contact on the Weatherproof Gloss for Inkjet.

If you'd like to try samples of these materials, please feel free to visit the link below to request a few sheets at no cost.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/samples

Question 7

What does “aggressive” mean? Is this a waterproof vinyl? I love the quality of waterproof vinyl, but can’t find one to use in my inkjet first, and then run it through my laser to get some laser toner on top for foiling later. Waterproof seems to always be either inkjet or laser, never both....?

Accepted Answer

The Aggressive White Matte is an uncoated, paper-based material like our Standard White Matte but has a much stronger adhesive. We do not have a vinyl material for both laser and inkjet, however we do offer the Weatherproof Vinyl for Laser. We also offer polyester-based weatherproof materials which are inkjet and laser specific. I have included a link below to these materials for your review.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/weatherproof-labels.htm

Question 8

Will this remove easily from glass without leaving residue?  Can I get a sample?

Accepted Answer

The Removable White Matte has a low tack adhesive and removes easily from most surfaces without leaving any residue. You are welcome to request free samples of this material to test with your glass containers by visiting the link below.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/samples

Question 9

I use quite a bit of your material for use with graphics being applied to objects. The question I have for this material is is that suitable for adhesion to Circular tumblers that are pre painted or stainless steel. It needs to be permanent once applied even if it has to be heated with a heat gun. I get a lot of requests for these in lieu of using a silkscreen method which is probably much more permanent than anything else. Also I need to know if it will adhere to vinyl leather type material as well for portfolios.

Accepted Answer

Our Standard White Matte (WX) has a permanent adhesive that works well on most surfaces but we have not tested it with painted tumblers or vinyl leather applications. I would recommend visiting the link below to request samples for testing. You may also want to consider our Aggressive White Matte (AT). This is also a matte paper but has a very strong adhesive that works well with more difficult surfaces.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/samples

If you need direct assistance, please reach out to Customer Support with some additional details on the containers by submitting a ticket at the link below.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/Support/SupportRequest.aspx

Question 10

I am trying to make skins for my Disney Magic Band.  I like them sort of glossy, I want to print on laser and cut them on silhouette. Which product is best for that?  I don't wear it in water but it may get wet with hand washing.

Accepted Answer

If you'd like to cut your own labels on an electronic cutting machine, I'd recommend our OL177, located at the link below. This is a full sheet label with no cuts on the face sheet or liner. This is available in our White Gloss Laser (WS) material if you need a glossy laser product.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/products/ol177

You can visit the following link to request samples for testing on your printer and wristbands:

https://www.onlinelabels.com/samples