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Thermal Transfer PrintingNB: this requires a Thermal Ribbon• This method involves the thermal print head elements (dots) heating the backside of a thermal transfer ribbon to melt and transfer the compounds on the front side of the ribbon to the label material, thus creating the printed image.• A thermal printhead applies heat to a ribbon, which melts ink onto the material to form the image. The ink is absorbed so that the image becomes part of the media. This technique provides image quality and durability that is unmatched by other on-demand printing technologies.• Thermal transfer printers can accept a wider variety of media than direct thermal models, including paper, polyester and polypropylene materials. Thermal transfer printers can create extremely durable wristbands, asset tags and certifcation labels, in addition to common labels, tags and tickets. NB: The specifc label material and ribbon must be carefully matched to ensure print performance and durability.• By selecting the right media-ribbon combination, as well as speciality adhesives, users can create archival-quality labels to withstand temperature extremes, ultraviolet exposure, chemicals, sterilisation and more.• Typical thermal transfer applications include: product identifcation; circuit board tracking; permanent identifcation; sample and fle tracking; asset tagging; inventory identifcation; certifcation labels such as UL/CSA; laboratory specimens; cold storage and freezers; and outdoor applications.Source:https://www.zebra.com/gb/en/research-library/getting-started/direct-thermal-thermal-transfer/direct-thermal-faq.htmlRecommended Printing EquipmentWe recommend GSM Printer & Label Systems Ltd, who have kindly provided us with some very basic information regarding typical printing solutions for the ZD420.