Direct Thermal Vs Thermal Transfer. Comparing thermal transfer to direct thermal. But instead of using ribbons to transfer ink it creates an image directly on the label.
Direct thermal printing also uses a print head to generate images. Thermal transfer ribbons come in various colors so you are not limited to black print. The elements in the head when heated activate the thermal coating producing the printed image.
When the label is printed through a direct thermal printer the small elements on the printer heat up and activate parts of the chemical layer to create the image required.
Direct thermal printing also uses a print head to generate images. What are the main differences. Direct thermal printers require the use of heat activated thermal papers and films but require no transfer ribbon. The difference between these two methods lies in the material the printhead comes into contact with.