Mynds M110W Wax Resin Near Edge Thermal Transfer Ribbons

Description

The M110W wax-resin thermal transfer ribbon offers a potential sweet spot between affordability and durability for thermal transfer printing. Combining the budget-friendly nature of wax with the enhanced resistance of resin, it’s likely suitable for applications requiring some protection against light wear and tear. While details are limited, the “W” in M110W might indicate it’s specifically designed for use with “near edge” or “corner edge” printing technology. This allows for printing on labels with minimal clearance around the edges, making it valuable for small labels or tags. The M110W should provide good printability on paper and potentially some synthetic materials. It may also offer some resistance to scratches, smudges, and mild chemicals compared to standard wax ribbons. However, for extreme environments or harsh chemicals, a full resin ribbon would be a better choice.

Features:

Material and Properties:

• Wax-Resin Blend: The “W” in M110W likely signifies a wax-resin formulation. This blend offers a balance between affordability (wax) and improved durability (resin) compared to standard wax ribbons.
• Near Edge/Corner Edge Printing: M110W is designed for near edge/corner edge printing technology. This allows thermal transfer printers to print very close to the edges of labels with minimal clearance.

Potential Benefits:

• Cost-Effective Durability: The wax-resin blend likely provides a good balance between affordability and improved resistance to scratches, smudges, and mild chemicals compared to standard wax ribbons.
• Faster Print Speeds: Due to the wax component, M110W ribbons might achieve faster printing speeds compared to full resin ribbons.
• Material Versatility (Potential): They might be suitable for printing on a wider range of materials than wax ribbons, potentially including some synthetics in addition to paper.
• Near Edge/Corner Edge Printing (if applicable): If designed for near edge/corner edge technology, M110W ribbons could be ideal for applications requiring printing very close to the edges of labels.

Printing Performance:

• Sharp Text and Graphics: Wax-resin ribbons typically offer good printability, allowing for clear and crisp text, barcodes, and logos.

Durability (Potential):

• Improved Scratch and Smudge Resistance: Compared to wax ribbons, M110W likely offers some degree of protection against light scratches and smudges that might occur during handling or transportation.
• Limited Chemical Resistance: While not ideal for harsh chemicals, the M110W might offer slight resistance to mild chemicals compared to pure wax. However, testing is recommended for compatibility.
• Temperature Resistance (Unknown): Specific information on temperature resistance is unavailable. Generally, wax-resin ribbons offer some improvement over wax but might not be suitable for extreme temperatures.

Applications (Potential):

• Short to Medium-Term Labeling: M110W ribbons could be suitable for labels that require a balance between affordability and some degree of durability. Examples include:
• Product Labels: Labels with a shelf life of several months to a year.
• Warehouse Labels: Labels for items with occasional handling.
• Shipping Labels: Labels that might experience moderate wear and tear during transportation.
• Near Edge/Corner Edge Printing (if applicable): If the ribbon is indeed designed for near edge/corner edge technology, it would be ideal for applications requiring printing on labels with minimal clearance around the edges, such as tags or small labels with limited space.