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Datamax-O'Neil H-Class Operator’s Manual User Manual

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Thermal Transfer

Consider three important factors when selecting thermal transfer media and ribbon
combinations:

Label top coating and ribbon combinations may affect image quality;

Ribbon backcoating can provide printhead protection and, depending upon the
formula, help reduce static buildup; and,

The ribbon width, when slightly wider than the media, can also guard the printhead
against media abrasion.


Media and Ribbon Selection

To achieve optimum print quality and maximum printhead life, we specify the use of
DATAMAX-O’NEIL

brand media. These supplies are specially formulated for use in our

printers; use of non-Datamax-O’Neil supplies may affect the print quality, performance, and
life of the printer or its components. For a current list of approved media, please contact a

Media Representative at (407) 523-5650.

Suggested direct thermal and thermal transfer applications are listed below:

Media and Ribbon Overview

Direct Thermal Media

Print

Speed*

Print

Energy

Image

Durability

Datamax-O’Neil DTL-HSM

10 – 12**

Medium

Low

Datamax-O’Neil DTL-HSH

10 – 12**

Medium

Low

Thermal Transfer Media

Ribbon

Type

Print

Speed*

Print

Energy

Image

Durability

Great Label TTL GPR

Plus

10 – 12**

Medium

Medium

Coated and uncoated paper, tag

stock, some films and synthetics

Wax

GPRPlus

2 – 10

Low

Low

Coated and glossy paper, tag
stock, some films and synthetics

Wax/Resin

PGR+

2 – 8

Medium

High

Synthetics and films

Resin SDR

4 – 6

High

High

* Given in inches per second.

** Highly recommended for optimum quality at speeds above 10 IPS.