Question 1

what printers would use this label

Accepted Answer

The RL940TW is a weatherproof label material intended for use in a thermal transfer printer. These labels should work with any printer that supports thermal transfer printing (ribbon required). Zebra is the most popular maker of thermal printers. It is critical that this product be used with a printer that supports thermal transfer printer (use of a ribbon to print onto the material). Many of the higher end Zebra label printers support both thermal transfer (ribbon required) and direct thermal printing (no ribbon required) on the same printer. Here are some of the available industrial printers from Zebra: https://www.zebra.com/us/en/products/printers/industrial.html

Question 2

What material would be best for freezer labels to write on with a Sharpie?  I am interested in the 2” x 3” size.

Accepted Answer

The thermal transfer materials would be better options if using a pen or marker since those materials are meant to be used with a ribbon. However, I would recommend samples for testing. For a freezer application you may want to review our Weatherproof Thermal Transfer material specifically. This works well with most surfaces in extreme temperatures and can handle direct contact with moisture. You can request free samples of the thermal transfer materials by visiting the link below.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/samples

Question 3

Are these labels in the weatherproof thermal transfer material non-adhesive?

Accepted Answer

We do not carry any non-adhesive thermal materials so I have forwarded your request to our Product Development Team to review for future consideration.

Question 4

2 questions:
1) Are these compatible with the Zebra LP2844
2) Do these peel off easily. We use these labels for Kids Check-in at our church. 1 label goes on the kid's shirt. It is important that it removes easily from clothing.

Accepted Answer

RL940 is a 3" x 2" label on a 1" core which matches the specifications of the LP 2844. Because this is a direct thermal printer, make sure you are choosing one of our direct thermal materials like the Standard White Direct Thermal (DT).

The Standard White Direct Thermal (DT) does have a permanent adhesive but due to the fibrous surface on clothing, it may still remove easily.

If you'd like to try samples of the Standard White Direct Thermal or our Removable Direct Thermal, please feel free to visit the link below to request a few samples at no cost.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/samples

Question 5

what printers would use these labels?  3x2

Accepted Answer

The RL940DW is a 3" x 2" direct thermal label and has been tested with Zebra thermal printers that hold 1" core rolls with a 4" outer diameter. If you'd like to try free samples of our thermal materials, please visit the link below.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/samples

Question 6

Which 2x3 labels will work with a GK420D?

Accepted Answer

The RL940 is a 1" core roll with a 4" outer diameter and width of 3.125" which meets the specifications for Zebra's GK420D. Just make sure to select one of our direct thermal materials: Standard White Direct Thermal, Removable Direct Thermal, or Weatherproof Direct Thermal.

Question 7

are these available with colored stock?

Accepted Answer

We only carry white thermal roll materials at this time but we do offer colored materials in 8.5" x 11" and 8.5" x 14" sheets. You can view the link below to see our available colors.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/browse_material.aspx

I will go ahead and forward your request for the colored thermal material to our Product Development Team to review for future consideration.

Question 8

Are these Labels UV protected?

Accepted Answer

The Weatherproof Thermal Transfer (TW) material is a very durable, water resistant material and should not be negatively affected by UV exposure. You will, however, want to make sure that you are using a durable wax-resin ribbon rated for outdoor use.

We offer a variety of ribbons which includes the Durable Wax Resin (ZC) at the link below.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/thermal-ribbons.htm

If you'd like to try samples of our weatherproof material to test with your outdoor application, please visit the link below.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/samples

Question 9

We need clear plastic 2" x 3" labels on rolls to place over barcode/serial numbers on Lenovo Chromebooks in our school district. We do not need to print on them.

Accepted Answer

We do not carry clear materials on rolls, however we do offer 8.5" x 11" sheeted clear label stock. You can visit the following link to see our clear material options.

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

You are also welcome to visit the link below to request free samples of the materials to test with your application.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/samples

Question 10

Will these labels hold under freezing conditions?

Accepted Answer

The Weatherproof Direct Thermal material works well on a variety of surfaces and is ideal for short term applications. When applying the label, the minimum surface temperature should be -8°F. Once applied it can withstand temperatures from -65°F to 147°F.

If you'd like to try samples of this material to test with your label application, please feel free to visit the link below.

https://www.onlinelabels.com/samples