What is the difference between thermal or thermal transfer barcode printers? What industry does it apply to?

 A barcode printer is a printing device that uses self-adhesive labels, PET labels, hang tags, etc. as printing media, and can quickly print barcode labels on label paper. The barcode printer has two printing modes: thermal and thermal transfer, so what is the difference between a thermal barcode printer and a thermal transfer barcode printer?

1. Different printing consumables The consumables used by thermal barcode printers are thermal paper. The thermal paper is coated with a coating that will produce a chemical reaction and change color when heated, similar to photosensitive film, like the price tag printed in the supermarket is Thermal paper has lower cost and lower consumables, and thermal printers can only use special thermal paper. The consumables used by thermal transfer barcode printers are various types of label paper such as self-adhesive label paper, PET, wash water labels, and hang tags. thermal transfer barcode printers also need carbon ribbons, and thermal paper can also be used. The cost of the machine and consumables is higher than that of the thermal machine.
2. With different shelf life, the storage time of the media printed by thermal machines is not long, generally about half a year. The storage time of the media printed by the thermal transfer machine is longer, generally about two years.

3. Different printing methods Thermal printers print on the principle that the preheating of the coating on the thermal paper will produce a chemical reaction and change color. Thermal transfer printers attach toner to various types of label paper by heating the ribbon. Consumables such as label paper and ribbon are required. The printing effect is more beautiful, the consumables are widely used, and it is more conducive to high temperature resistance, washing resistance and long-term storage.

4. The thermal barcode machine is suitable for shopping malls, clothing stores, logistics, restaurants and other industries that do not require high barcodes. thermal transfer barcode printers are suitable for various enterprises in the automotive industry, the food sector, the electronics industry, the chemical industry, the pharmaceutical industry, and the transportation and logistics industry. When enterprises choose barcode printers, they can choose printers according to the scope of use of the enterprise. For those with low barcode requirements and short shelf life, thermal barcode printers can be selected. Otherwise, thermal transfer barcode printers can be selected. For some industrial-grade enterprises, both barcode printing methods may be required, but two barcode printers take up too much space, and the GA-2408T semi-industrial-grade label printer is a combination of thermal transfer and thermal printing. All-in-one barcode printer, dual motor design, support Bluetooth and wireless WiFi pairing connection, suitable for all barcode types, large memory capacity, and the fastest printing speed can reach 127mm/s! Jiabo is committed to the research and development of barcode, two-dimensional code, RFID technology application systems and application equipment, and provides practical and cost-effective solutions for the application of labels and signs in various industries.