What is a perforated label?
Perforated Label: This refers to the perforation between each perforated label to allow for easy tearing of the liner. Perforation is generally used for hand apply and non-perforation is used for machine apply. This does not apply to sheeted or fan folded labels.
Can I use laser printer to print labels?
Yes, you can use laser labels in an inkjet printer and inkjet labels in a laser printer! The heat generated by a laser printer could cause the adhesive backing used on some inkjet labels to loosen.
What are core labels?
The label core is the thick cardboard center of a label roll. It is like the center of a paper towel or toilet paper roll, but much sturdier. Different labeling systems require different size cores. “Core size” refers to the diameter of the inner core of rolled labels.
Will inkjet paper work in a laser printer?
Inkjet printers spray the ink highly accurately, and directly onto the paper. Generally, inkjet papers are not suitable for use on laser and could in some instances damage a laser printer. Inkjet photo papers are not designed to take a high heat and the coating used on this paper could contaminate a laser printer.
Should I use inkjet or laser printer for stickers?
Using an inkjet label paper on laser can melt and ooze the adhesive onto your laser printer and cause irreversible damages. Inkjet sticker paper melts when you use it on a laser printer. If you want to use your laser printer to print stickers, make sure you get the appropriate laser-friendly sticker paper.
What is a perforation tool?
A perforation is a small hole in a thin material or web. The process of creating perforations is called perforating, which involves puncturing the workpiece with a tool. Perforations are usually used to allow easy separation of two sections of the material, such as allowing paper to be torn easily along the line.
What is the purpose of perforation?
A perforation is a small hole or row of holes punched into a material — commonly found on paper, plastics, and packaging products — so a part of it can be easily torn off. The purpose of a perforation is to make a material easy to tear or bend.
What is core size label?
Core. The core is the sturdy cardboard center of a label roll. Just like a roll of paper towels, when you reach the end of your label liner only the core will remain. Depending on the label application equipment you use, the core will be either 1-inch or 3-inches in diameter.