Thermal Label Printers
Thermal label printers are the go-to printing solution for a range of businesses. From SMEs with online stores to large companies with multiple warehouses of stock, anyone can benefit from a thermal label printer.
But are thermal label printers the best option? Let’s explore their advantages and disadvantages, so you can see if they’re right for you.
What is a Thermal Label Printer?
A thermal label printer uses heat instead of ink to create text and images. By passing heat through the printhead, parts of the label are ‘burned’, and the text and/or images appear almost instantly.
They have much simpler designs that a traditional ink printer. This makes them more compact, and with fewer moving parts require less regular maintenance.
Benefits of a Thermal Label Printer
This simplicity is the first of many advantages that thermal printers have over an ink-based alternative. It also means they are easy to use and set up.
The biggest benefit is that thermal printers don’t use any ink cartridges. When you rely on your printer for work, running out of ink can cause major delays. Even if you have spare cartridges ready to go, it can still be frustrating. And as the ink runs out, you might end up with a number of barely legible labels that need to be printed again.
Ink cartridges aren’t cheap either, even for the most basic printers. A thermal printer removes the need for ink, saving you a lot of money long term. Some thermal printers do have a higher upfront cost than those that use ink, but the difference is quickly offset. We’ll explain later how you can get a thermal label printer for a low price, so read on!
Thermal Label Printer Quality
One downside of thermal printing is that the labels don’t last as long as ink-based, meaning they will fade quicker. However, they still last for up to 9 months, provided they aren’t exposed to water or too much direct sunlight, so they’re still ideal for a range of applications.
Thermal printers are best at creating shipping labels. These are single-use, and only need to last for relatively short journeys. They are designed to be tough, so any bumps on the way won’t ruin the quality.
If you need to print a large number of receipts, label printers are ideal for the job. With no smudging, small print can still be clear, and they can be printed in quick succession all day.
Thermal Label Printer Maintenance
Thermal printers are more durable than other types but can still develop faults over time. Thankfully, unlike many of our office machines, they’re easy to get back up and running again.
Replacing the print head in a thermal printer is much easier than an ink ribbon, meaning there is no need to bring in the professionals. If there is a bigger issue, our specialist team are ready and waiting to help out.
Our machines come with a regular maintenance plan. Every few months, a member of our team will visit your home or office to give your label printer a once-over. They’ll check for any faults, ordering new parts or peripherals if necessary, and even give the machine a thorough clean to help it work at its best until next time.
The sooner they find a fault, the easier it will be to fix. However, if something goes wrong between your scheduled visits, you can bring the machine to us or call for an emergency callout.
Refurbished Label Printers
We don’t just supply brand new label printers either. If you’re on a tight budget, but still need to invest in a quality label printer to help your business grow, we have a wide range of refurbished machines for you to choose from.
Every printer we refurbish is in perfect condition – no extra maintenance needed. This means that the price is lower, and you won’t have to worry about it breaking any time soon.
The Best Thermal Label Printers
We’ve been supplying and repairing label printers for nearly two decades now. No matter what machine you need, or your individual requirements, we can help you find the perfect solution.
Thermal label printers are some of the most important machines for a thriving business. They’re cheap to buy, cheap to run, and reliable. What more could you ask for?
printers are better suited to your printing requirements, call Label Line on 0151 546 2222 and speak to one of the team.
