{"id":7136,"date":"2020-10-16T19:47:24","date_gmt":"2020-10-16T19:47:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smithcorona.com\/blog\/?p=7136"},"modified":"2023-12-28T18:24:20","modified_gmt":"2023-12-28T18:24:20","slug":"direct-thermal-vs-thermal-transfer-labels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smithcorona.com\/blog\/direct-thermal-vs-thermal-transfer-labels\/","title":{"rendered":"Direct Thermal vs Thermal Transfer Labels"},"content":{"rendered":"

Thermal printing is a widespread printing method that produces accurate, high-quality images and text with clean definitions. This process is popular for its ease of use, quick speed, and overall efficiency. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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There are two different technologies when it comes to thermal printing: direct thermal and thermal transfer<\/strong>. It is important to know the differences as each have their own pros and cons to printing as well as varying degrees of application.<\/span><\/p>\n

Let\u2019s take a look and see what each method has to offer so you\u2019ll know if direct thermal or thermal transfer is right for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>