14 documented constructions

Direct thermal paper

Direct thermal paper produces an image without a ribbon. The print method is shared across this series, but paper weight, coating, adhesive and liner differ. Start with your printer and the time the barcode must remain readable, then select attachment for the actual carton or pack.

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Differences within the documented thermal range
DecisionExamples in this rangeSelection question
Paper weight65, 70 and 75 g/m² constructionsWhich construction feeds and prints correctly on the intended equipment?
AdhesiveHot-melt, freezer hot-melt and permanent acrylic emulsionAt what temperature and on which surface is the label applied?
LinerWhite or yellow glassine; construction-specific weightsDoes the complete roll work with the sensor, die and dispenser?

Match the barcode job before choosing a paper weight

Record the printer model, direct thermal mode, speed and energy setting. A heavier paper is not automatically a longer-life image. Define heat, light, rubbing and the intended reading period separately; retain a printed control for the exposure trial.

  • Use the intended barcode size and receiving scanner or agreed verification method.
  • Record roll width, core, winding and outside diameter.
  • Check the image after handling and storage, not only at the printer.

Keep freezer attachment separate from thermal imaging

The documented thermal-paper range includes freezer hot-melt with white glassine and standard hot-melt with yellow glassine. Neither construction establishes a minimum application temperature, attachment to frost or a guaranteed barcode life. Compare the complete face, adhesive and liner before choosing a trial.

  • State application-surface temperature and the later storage cycle.
  • Check condensation, edge lift and image changes as separate observations.
  • Ask for the current construction specification before scheduling the trial.

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These records identify nominal constructions, not current stock or a printer approval. Check the current specification and sample format with RT.

65 g/m² direct thermal paper · Hot-melt · 54 g/m² white glassine

Face
65 g/m² direct thermal paper
Attachment
Hot-melt
Liner
54 g/m² white glassine
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65 g/m² direct thermal paper · Hot-melt · 58 g/m² yellow glassine

Face
65 g/m² direct thermal paper
Attachment
Hot-melt
Liner
58 g/m² yellow glassine
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70 g/m² top direct thermal paper · Hot-melt · 54 g/m² white glassine liner

Face
70 g/m² top direct thermal paper
Attachment
Hot-melt
Liner
54 g/m² white glassine liner
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70 g/m² top-coated direct thermal paper · Permanent acrylic emulsion · 54 g/m² white glassine

Face
70 g/m² top-coated direct thermal paper
Attachment
Permanent acrylic emulsion
Liner
54 g/m² white glassine
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70 g/m² direct thermal paper (printed in blue) · High-tack acrylic emulsion · 60 g/m² white glassine liner

Face
70 g/m² direct thermal paper (printed in blue)
Attachment
High-tack acrylic emulsion
Liner
60 g/m² white glassine liner
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70 g/m² direct thermal paper · Hot-melt · 54 g/m² white glassine

Face
70 g/m² direct thermal paper
Attachment
Hot-melt
Liner
54 g/m² white glassine
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70 g/m² direct thermal paper · Hot-melt · 60 g/m² yellow glassine

Face
70 g/m² direct thermal paper
Attachment
Hot-melt
Liner
60 g/m² yellow glassine
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70 g/m² direct thermal paper · Freezer hot-melt · 54 g/m² white glassine

Face
70 g/m² direct thermal paper
Attachment
Freezer hot-melt
Liner
54 g/m² white glassine
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70 g/m² top direct thermal paper · Hot-melt · 58 g/m² yellow glassine liner

Face
70 g/m² top direct thermal paper
Attachment
Hot-melt
Liner
58 g/m² yellow glassine liner
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75 g/m² direct thermal paper · Hot-melt · 54 g/m² white glassine

Face
75 g/m² direct thermal paper
Attachment
Hot-melt
Liner
54 g/m² white glassine
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75 g/m² direct thermal paper · Freezer hot-melt · 54 g/m² white glassine

Face
75 g/m² direct thermal paper
Attachment
Freezer hot-melt
Liner
54 g/m² white glassine
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75 g/m² top direct thermal paper · Rubber-based freezer · 58 g/m² yellow glassine liner

Face
75 g/m² top direct thermal paper
Attachment
Rubber-based freezer
Liner
58 g/m² yellow glassine liner
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Construction rows are transcribed from company technical records. The process checks are preparation guidance, not completed performance tests or equipment certification.