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How to choose the right printer labels

Variable such as size, function and type of printer all play their part in defining the right printer labels for the job in hand. If you are unsure about which printer labels you need then seek advice form a professional. Contact an established and experienced office stationery supplier for the best advice. Chances are the consultant you deal with will have already encountered a similar type scenario or request to yours and will be able to quickly identify an ideal solution. Enjoy the benefits of their experience and make sure you save time and trouble by purchasing the perfect printer labels first time.

 

Most of the questions you might be asked by your office equipment supplier will relate to either the label brand, Avery or 5 Star for example, the printer you intend using such as a laser printer, an inkjet or Dymo, and the nature of the printing. Perhaps you wish to print CD labels or anti tamper labels or filing labels? Maybe you intend printing high volumes of labels or long bar code runs?

 

Label Printers - If you are using an industrial label printer or dedicated office label printer for heavy duty and continuous operation then you will need a label printer and labels robust enough to match your requirement. With the ability to print on card stock, self-adhesive labels and other materials, label printers work by either thermal transfer or direct thermal printing. Thermal transfer label printers use heat to transfer the ink onto the label from the ribbon whilst direct thermal label printers print images using a thermal print head. Label printers are compact, deliver short runs of durable, long lasting labels (though chemically sensitive direct thermal labels do fade with age after six months to one year, a process accelerated by exposure to sunlight and heat) and with great precision. They can print in colour too. Most work with Windows or Mac but on the down side only have a maximum label width of 2-1/4". There are other issues in that some chemicals (permanent marker fumes for example) can trigger the darkening of labels. Also the surface of direct thermal labels is slightly abrasive and printheads wear a little faster than if using thermal transfer method. Multi-colour thermal transfer printers can be expensive and both transfer and direct thermal printers lack flexibility, dedicated to labels only.

 

Laser printers and ink jets offer excellent resolution, decent speeds and can be used for a wide variety of printing tasks. They also offer an economical form of printing through the ability to print large format labels ? for example 8.5 inches by 14 inches. If you need large labels a dot matrix printer, capable of printing very large labels (e.g. 11" x 17"), as well as multi-part carbon forms and individual label printing, might be suitable. Maybe you only want to print a relatively small number of address labels on your office laser printer? In that case you will probably be fine to print off just a few sheets at a time on the laser or a short run of continuous labels through the ink jet. Choose from plain white labels, clear labels and coated labels for colour printing. Most laser labels are guaranteed 'jam free' by the manufacturer. Bear in mind though, that colour labels can work out expensive and with laser printers the hot fuser can wrinkle or melt synthetic labels.

 

If in doubt, talk to your office supplier for expert advice. Explain clearly the printer you intend using and the task at hand. Take their advice, select the right labels for the job and enjoy stress free, value for money printing.
About the Author

Let Mark Bartley help you decide which printable labels to use for your business or home office. There is a wide choice labels available and a little advice could save you a lot of trouble. See Mark's other reviews for guidance on other items of stationary for your office.

Star Micronics Printhead - Dot Matrix 89130940 $46.5 Star Micronics Printhead - Dot Matrix 89130940

OKI Electric Oki 42124201 Printhead - Dot Matrix $121.59 OKI Electric Oki 42124201 Printhead - Dot Matrix

OKI Electric Oki Printhead - Dot Matrix - 200000000 Character - 1 50217201 $217.47 OKI Electric Oki Printhead - Dot Matrix - 200000000 Character - 1 50217201

Oki Printhead $77.99 1 1 Year 1 x Printhead 200000000 Character 50063802 OKI ML184T OKI ML320 OKI ML321 Dot Matrix Oki Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd Printhead Retail www.okidata.com

IBM 64X7524 Printhead $275.99 1 x Printhead 64X7524 64X7524 Printhead IBM Printers: 4234 Model 9 4234 Model 8 4234 Model 7 4234 Model 13 4234 Model 12 4234 Model 11 Black Dot Matrix IBM IBM Corporation Printhead www.ibm.com

Printronix 255048-102 Printhead $57.99 1 Pack 255048-102 255048-102 Ribbon 30000 Page Printronix Printers: P7000 P7000ZT Dot Matrix Not Applicable Printhead Printronix Printronix, Inc www.printronix.com

Oki MICROLINE ML100 Series Printhead $78.99 1 x Printhead 200 Million Characters 55017301 OKI: Microline 120 Microline 172 Microline 180 Microline 182 Microline 183 Microline 184 Turbo Microline 192 Microline 193 Dot Matrix MICROLINE ML100 Series Printhead Oki Oki Electric Industry Co., Ltd Printhead Retail www.okidata.com

OKIDATA PM3410 Replacement Printhead 50090301 $316.46 Designed to transfer ink from ribbon to paper with high efficiency the replacement printhead for Okidata 50090301 Replacement Printhead for 3410 dot matrix printer has an average lifetime of 200 million characters in utility mode. This average life span can be achieved at 25percent (normal duty) and 35percent page density. Professionalgrade replacement printhead. Average lifetime of 200 million characters in utility mode. Transfers ink from ribbon to paper with high efficiency.

Matrix $6.99 Matrix

Oki Printhead 200000000 Characters Package: 1 Retail 50217201 $318.8 OKI offers the Replacement Printhead for the Microline 590 and 591 dot matrix printers. This userreplaceable printhead has an average lifetime of 200 million characters in utility mode at normal 25 duty and 35 page density. Manufacturer Warranty: 1 year warranty.

PRINTHEAD FOR 140XIII/XIIII $447.99 PRINTHEAD FOR 140XIII/XIIII

Save-a-PrintHead printhead cleaner $14.99 Zebra Save-a-PrintHead - Printhead cleaner (pack of 3 )

HP / YELLOW PRINTHEAD & PRINTHEAD / C4823A $155.43 HP - YELLOW PRINTHEAD & PRINTHEAD - C4823A

HP / MAGENTA PRINTHEAD & PRINTHEAD / C4822A $155.43 HP - MAGENTA PRINTHEAD & PRINTHEAD - C4822A

HP / CYAN PRINTHEAD & PRINTHEAD FOR / C4821A $155.43 HP - CYAN PRINTHEAD & PRINTHEAD FOR - C4821A

HP / BLACK PRINTHEAD & PRINTHEAD / C4820A $155.43 HP - BLACK PRINTHEAD & PRINTHEAD - C4820A

The Matrix $6 The Matrix - Bassnectar

50099905 - Oki Printhead - Dot Matrix - 200000000 Character - 1 $218.12 [728407] UNSPC: 44103110 3.75L x 3.75W x 3.75H 0.84 LB

50063802 - Oki Printhead - Dot Matrix - 200000000 Character - 1 $82.33 [728440] UPC: 765787186223 UNSPC: 44103110 3L x 3W x 2.5H 0.22 LB

50090301 - Oki Printhead - Dot Matrix - 200000000 Character - 1 $206.73 [728408] UPC: 765787186254 UNSPC: 44103110 3.75L x 3.6W x 3.6H 1 LB

50217201 - Oki Printhead - Dot Matrix - 200000000 Character - 1 $208.19 [728409] UPC: 00765787186278 UNSPC: 44103110 3.75L x 3.75W x 3.5H 1 LB 0.03 Cubes

50114601 - Oki Printhead - Dot Matrix - 200000000 Character - 1 $95.63 [197359] UNSPC: 44103110 3.3L x 3.3W x 2.5H 0.24 LB

The Matrix/Matrix Reloaded/Matrix Revolution $11.99 The Matrix/Matrix Reloaded/Matrix Revolution

771 - printhead $132.99 HP 771 - Printhead yellow magenta - for DesignJet Z6200

761 - printhead $137.99 HP 761 - Printhead cyan magenta - for DesignJet T7100

Printhead Cleaning Cartridge $3.49 Printhead Cleaning Cartridge

OKIDATA / Oki Printhead / 50090301 $224.18 OKIDATA - Oki Printhead - 50090301

OKIDATA / Oki Printhead / 41923901 $83.37 OKIDATA - Oki Printhead - 41923901

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