Digital Label Press 3 User’s Manual
E. ABOUT PRINT MEDIA
#200-Series Polyester Label and Decal Stock
The #200-Series polyester stock is distinguished by a GRAY-and-WHITE package cover sheet and, due to its unique composition, is the only polyester stock compatible with the #200-Series dye-sublimation ribbon. The #200-Series stock is available in white only, with a general purpose permanent adhesive ideal for adhering to glass, metals, and some plastics. The sheet size of this print media is 12" x 20" (305 x 508mm), and it comes on a 100 sheet roll.
#300-Series Vinyl Label and Decal Stock
#300-Series vinyl stock is distinguished by a BLACK-and-WHITE package cover sheet and is designed only for use with #300-Series ribbons. Together, the #300- Series materials produce Press's most durable form of output suitable for more challenging indoor/outdoor applications.
Vinyl stock is used in a wide variety of applications where an economical yet durable label or decal is required. Typical uses for vinyl materials include window and door decals, automotive decals, outdoor signs, and more. Vinyl stock is available in both a cast and a calendered form. Cast vinyl is very thin and conforms easily to curves, over rivets, etc. Calendered vinyl is slightly thicker and is used primarily on flat surfaces. Both types of vinyl provide a permanent adhesive with a typical indoor/outdoor life of 3-5 years.
A clear cast vinyl is also available. This vinyl is perfect for window decals and other transparent applications. All #300-Series vinyl stock has a sheet size of 12" x 20" (305 x 508mm) and comes on a 100 sheet roll.
#300-Series UL-Recognized Polyester Labels and Decals
A special #300-Series black ribbon is available for printing UL-recognized labels and decals onto special white gloss, silver matte, brushed silver, or brushed gold polyester stock. When used together, these materials can be used to produce rating plates and other labels and decals requiring UL listings. These materials can also be used for more general applications such as producing nameplates, faceplates, and more.
The UL ribbon provides 200 prints. The polyester stock has a sheet size of 12" x 20" (305 x 508mm), is packaged in 100 sheet quantities, and has a general purpose permanent adhesive. For best results, polyester stock should only be used with the special black UL-recognized ribbon.
