Good resistance to IPA and household cleaners.
Premium Wax/Resin Thermal Transfer Ribbons
R2-Prime
- • Superior smudge and scratch resistance
- • Good resistance to IPA and other household cleaners
- • Moderate level of steam resistance
Applications:
– Shipping, warehousing, and receiving labeling
– Shelf and bin labeling
– Compliance labeling
– Textile and apparel applications
– Nursery and lumber applications
– Flexible packaging applications
Recommended Media:
– Coated paper tag and label stocks
– Polyethylene films
– Polypropylene films
– Polyester films
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- • Film Thickness: 4.5 Microns
- • Total Ribbon Thickness: 7.5 Microns
- • Transmission Density: 1.30 MacBeth Scale
- • Ink Melting Point: 81º C or 178º F
- • Recommended Maximum Print Speed: 8 IPS
STAR DIAGRAM
This diagram is representative of R2 Prime used in premium applications when printing on coated tag and label stocks and synthetic films. Performance ratings are based on a comparison of ribbons within the premium wax/resin category. Scale 1 to 5, 5 being the best.
STORAGE CONDITIONS
To ensure optimal performance, please adhere to the following environmental conditions for use, shipping and storage.
o For optimal print results, thermal transfer printing should occur in the temperature range of 5º C (41º F) to 35º C (95º F) at 45% to 85% relative humidity.
o Recommended shipping conditions for up to one month duration are -5º C (23º F) to 45º C (113º F) at 20% to 85% relative humidity.
o To ensure the ribbon’s performance, our suggested storage conditions for up to one year duration are -5º C (23º F) to 40º C (104º F) at 20% to 85% relative humidity.
Please Note: Exposing IIMAK Thermal Transfer Ribbons to direct sunlight or moisture will cause damage to the ribbons.
