Direct Thermal Labels for AIMO T200 and T310 Printers
The direct thermal labels in this category have been selected for use with the AIMO T200 and AIMO T310 label printers when operating in direct thermal mode.
These labels are supplied on rolls with a 25mm (1") core and a maximum outside diameter of 127mm (5"). The overall media width is between 20mm and 115mm, making the rolls suitable for the media-handling capabilities of both printers.
What Are Direct Thermal Labels?
Direct thermal labels have a heat-sensitive surface that reacts with the printer’s printhead to create text, graphics and barcodes.
No ink, toner or thermal transfer ribbon is required. This makes direct thermal labels easy to load and economical to use, particularly for applications where labels are required for a relatively short or medium period.
The printer must be configured for direct thermal printing before these labels are used.
Compatible Label-Roll Dimensions
Direct thermal labels suitable for both AIMO printer models should meet the following requirements:
- Printing method: direct thermal
- Shared maximum print width: 106mm
- Overall media width: 20mm to 115mm
- Roll core diameter: 25mm (1")
- Maximum outside roll diameter: 127mm (5")
- Thermal transfer ribbon required: no
The overall media width includes both the label and its backing paper. Because the backing paper is normally slightly wider than the label itself, you should check the complete media width before ordering.
Although the printers accept media up to 115mm wide, the printed design should remain within the shared maximum printable width of 106mm.
Applications for Direct Thermal Labels
Direct thermal labels are commonly used for:
- Shipping and courier labels
- Address and dispatch labels
- Barcode and QR-code labels
- Parcel and pallet identification
- Stock and inventory control
- Warehouse picking labels
- Retail and price labels
- Food rotation and date labels
- Temporary product identification
- Office and general-purpose labelling
They are particularly suitable for high-volume shipping and logistics applications because there is no ribbon to install or replace.
Standard and Top-Coated Direct Thermal Labels
Standard direct thermal labels provide an economical choice for general shipping, barcode and identification applications.
Top-coated direct thermal materials can offer improved resistance to moisture, oils, handling and abrasion. The precise level of protection will depend on the material selected and the conditions in which the label is used.
Direct Thermal Label Storage and Lifespan
Direct thermal print can be affected by prolonged exposure to heat, strong sunlight, moisture, oils, chemicals and certain plastics. These conditions may cause the label to darken or the printed image to fade.
For long-term identification or demanding environments, thermal transfer paper or synthetic labels may provide a more suitable alternative.
Unused direct thermal label rolls should be stored in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and sources of heat.
Choosing the Correct Direct Thermal Labels
Before ordering, check the label width, label length and total width of the backing paper. The overall media width must be between 20mm and 115mm, while the printable area should not exceed 106mm if the labels will be used in both AIMO T200 and T310 printers.
The roll must also have a 25mm core and must not exceed 127mm in outside diameter.
If you are unsure which direct thermal labels to order, please contact us with your printer model, required label dimensions and application. Our team will be happy to recommend a suitable product.