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TTO Barcode Printer Thermal Transfer Colour Ribbon High-Speed Customisation
This TTO thermal transfer ribbon is suitable for a variety of label materials across industries such as food, packaging, and pharmaceuticals. It delivers crisp, wear-resistant printing and is compatible with multiple brands of equipment.
- Horizontal barcode • Vertical barcode •Printing quality
- wear • heat-resistant Supports operating temperaturesResistance performance
- Plain paper • Coated paper/glossy labelsPrint media compatibility
Product Overview
The Colorfulttr TTO Barcode Printer Thermal Transfer Colour Ribbon is a high-speed consumable engineered for thermal transfer overprinting (TTO) on a wide range of label media. Constructed for demanding production lines, this ribbon works reliably with plain paper, coated paper or glossy labels, and synthetic materials. It is designed to deliver precise, legible output for both horizontal and vertical barcodes as well as small characters, making it a versatile choice for industrial coding tasks. With a speed range of 16 ips up to 400 mm/s, it supports fast-moving packaging environments without compromising print sharpness, ensuring every code remains clear and scannable throughout the run.
Performance-wise, this ribbon is built for durability and resilience in real-world conditions. It offers wear resistance and heat resistance, supporting operating temperatures up to approximately 100°C, which is critical for applications where labels may face friction or warm environments during handling and transit. The combination of high-speed capability and robust resistance means fewer reprints, reduced downtime, and consistent traceability data on every package. Whether you are printing date codes, batch numbers, or logistics identifiers, this ribbon maintains crisp edges and strong contrast, helping to avoid readability failures that could disrupt supply chain tracking or regulatory compliance.
Typical applications span across food packaging date printing, pharmaceutical batch and traceability labels, logistics and warehousing labels, manufacturing process labels, clothing hang tags and care labels, automotive parts identification, cosmetic batch number printing, chain catering central kitchen labels, and agri-product traceability printing. Before placing a bulk order, confirm your specific printer model and label stock with our team to ensure optimal compatibility and performance. We invite you to request samples for a hands-on trial, and our OEM support is available to tailor solutions to your production needs. Contact Colorfulttr today to streamline your coding operations with confidence.
Core Advantages
High-contrast custom-colour printing
Dense custom-colour ink delivers sharp, easy-to-scan characters and barcodes on flexible packaging films.
Reliable 100°C heat resistance
Prints stay legible on hot-fill, shrink-tunnel and pasteurisation lines without smudging.
Built for 16 ips – 400 mm/s lines
Stable ink transfer at TTO speeds up to 400 mm/s keeps fast packaging lines running without rework.
Broad media compatibility
Adheres to plain paper, coated and glossy labels as well as PP/PET/PE synthetic films.
Certified & food-line ready
Supplied with EU food contact, REACH, RoHS and UL 969 compliance documentation for audits.
Key Characteristics
Printing quality
Resistance performance
Print media compatibility
resistance
Product Description
Layer 1: Ink Layer
- Composition: Wax-Resin Ink
- Features: Combines the smooth printability of wax with the scratch and abrasion resistance of resin
- Melting Point: 75°C / 167°F (Suitable for high-speed TTO coding)
- Key Applications: Delivers high-density print results on BOPP, PET, PE, paper, and other substrates; ideal for high-clarity requirements such as barcodes, dates, and batch numbers.
Layer 2: Base Film Layer
- Material: PET Film
- Thickness: 4.5 μm
- Features: Excellent dimensional stability, heat resistance, and flexibility
- Function: Acts as the ink carrier, ensuring stability and durability during high-speed printing.
Layer 3: Backcoat Layer
- Function: Reduces friction, protects the printhead, improves durability
- Friction Coefficient: Kd < 0.2
- Advantages: Effectively reduces printhead wear, extending equipment lifespan; suitable for high-frequency, high-volume printing operations.
Technical Specifications
| Base film | PET film, 4.5 μm |
|---|---|
| Max. operating temperature | 100°C |
| Recommended speed range | 16 ips – 400 mm/s |
| Printing quality | High-contrast printing, sharp characters, readable small characters |
| Supported media | Matte paper, coated paper, synthetic films (PP/PET/PE) |
| Customisation | Widths, lengths and colours available on request |
| Certifications | California Prop 65, EU 1935/2004/EC, EN 13432, IEC 61249-2-21, REACH SVHC, RoHS, UL 969 |
| Storage | 5–35°C (40–95°F), 20–80% RH, shelf life 12 months, keep away from direct sunlight |
Typical Applications
Food packaging date printing
Print production dates and expiry codes on BOPP and PET films at high-speed packaging lines.
Pharmaceutical batch & traceability
Sharp batch and code printing for compliance labels, legible even at 2 mm character size.
Logistics & warehouse labels
High-adhesion printing for waybills and tote labels produced on TTO printers.
Manufacturing process marking
Small-character component marking and process labels that resist rubbing.
Garment hang tags & care labels
Size, composition and care information on coated paper and synthetic tags.
Barcode & identification labels
Consistent grade on horizontal and vertical barcodes for item-level traceability.
Automotive parts identification
Heat- and oil-resistant marking for labels used in demanding engine environments.
Cosmetics packaging coding
Batch and expiry printing on tubes and laminated films with a clean finish.
Central-kitchen labels
Date and batch control for pre-packed food, staying legible in chilled storage.
Agricultural produce traceability
Origin and harvest-date coding on produce packaging films.
Electronics SMT / component labels
High-density small-character printing for PCB and component labels.
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