Direct Thermal and Thermal Transfer Labels
At Vista Labels, we offer high-quality, competitively priced thermal transfer labels and ribbons in a wide range of sizes, colours, and materials to suit your needs.
State-of-the-art Printing Option
At Vista Labels, we offer high-quality, competitively priced thermal transfer labels in a wide range of sizes, colours, and materials to suit your needs. Whether you’re looking to label products, packaging, or equipment, our thermal labels are designed to deliver precision and durability across all major printer models.
What’s the Difference?
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Direct Thermal Labels
These labels use heat to create an image. When heat from the printhead interacts with the label surface, it activates components that mix and (usually) turn black, creating a clear, sharp image without the need for a ribbon.
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Thermal Transfer Labels
These use a thermal ribbon. The heat from the printhead releases the ribbon, bonding it to the label surface for a high-quality image that’s long-lasting and resistant to wear.
Both options are designed to work flawlessly with all printer makes and models, including Zebra, Toshiba, Honeywell, Sato, and Citizen, which are available for both small and large label printers.
Thermal Transfer Label Materials
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Matt White Paper
These labels have a matte finish and are ideal for packaging boxes and pallet labelling—great for when you need functional, reliable labels.
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Semi-Gloss Paper
These labels are perfect for promotional and quality product labelling and have a sleek and professional look with a medium gloss finish.
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Polyester (PET)
Highly resistant to heat, water, oil, and chemicals, polyester labels are made for demanding environments. This material is ideal for asset labels, serial labels, and for labelling cosmetics, appliances, and electrical equipment.
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Polyethene (PE)
Durable and water-, oil-, and chemical-resistant polyethene labels are ideal for curved surfaces like test tubes, vials, and chemical drums.
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Polypropylene (PP)
Perfect for long-term labelling, polypropylene labels are resistant to water, oil, and chemicals. They’re great for packaging materials and labelling laboratory samples and patient information.
Ribbons to Match Your Labels
We also supply a broad selection of branded or compatible thermal ribbons to complement our thermal transfer labels. Choose from a range of grades, including wax, full resin, and wash-proof ribbons, to ensure your labels perform exactly as you need them to.
Whether you’re looking for direct thermal or thermal transfer labels, we’re here to help you find the perfect fit for your project. Get in touch with us today, and we’ll be happy to assist you in choosing the right labels and materials for your specific needs.