High Temperature Labels

How heat resistant are labels on rolls made of polyimide film?

Polyimide labels on rolls can withstand extreme temperatures of up to 399 °C for short periods, which can occur, for example, during certain manufacturing processes or in exceptional situations. They are able to withstand temperatures of up to 260 °C for a period of up to 5 minutes. This further increases their flexibility of use. The general temperature range of these materials extends from -40 °C to an upper limit of 180 °C. This wide temperature range ensures reliable function under most operating conditions and makes these labels an ideal choice for applications that require high thermal resistance.

What temperatures can high temperature labels on sheets withstand?

What are heat resistant labels used for?

Heat-resistant labels are used for a variety of applications, especially where high temperatures or harsh conditions prevail. Areas of application include:

• Automotive industry:  For marking circuit boards in engine control units and for identifying components in vehicles.

• Aviation industry For marking printed circuit boards in spacecraft, satellites and aircraft and for use in avionics systems where precise identification is required under different pressure and temperature conditions.

• Electronics industry: For use in the manufacture of microchips and electronic components and for marking circuit boards in high-performance electronics such as computers and servers.

• Energy sector: For the identification of components in switchgear and energy conversion equipment and for the marking of components in renewable energy systems such as solar modules.

• Telecommunications industry: For marking printed circuit boards in transmission equipment operated in enclosed spaces with limited ventilation and for use in high temperature environments such as server rooms and telecommunications infrastructure.

• Medical device industry Zum Kennzeichnen von Elektronikkomponenten in medizinischen Geräten, die spezielle Reinigungsprozesse und Wärmebedingungen erfordern, sowie zur Verwendung in bildgebenden Geräten, Laborausrüstungen und Hochleistungsmedizinprodukten.

• Industrial Automation: For marking printed circuit boards in production facilities that may be exposed to high levels of heat during industrial processes, as well as for use in robotics and automation systems.

The versatility of high temperature labels extends across numerous industries where the material must withstand extreme heat and ensure precise identification and traceability.

What advantages do temperature-resistant labels on rolls made of polyimide film offer compared to other materials?

Temperature-resistant labels offer the following advantages compared to other film labels:

• Temperature resistance: Polyimide labels offer exceptional heat resistance. The labels can withstand temperatures up to 399°C for a short time and up to 260°C for 5 minutes.

• High print quality: Great for identifying and tracking circuit boards in the aerospace industry where high-density barcodes are critical for traceability. Also in the medical industry where clear and precise labels are needed for medical devices.

• Topcoat with static dissipative properties:  The topcoat of the material therefore minimizes the risk of print failures. This is important to control static electricity and ensure the quality of the print when using high-density scanner codes such as Data Matrix codes. The antistatic properties are important to prevent electrostatic charges that might occur on the surface of the material. This is relevant in environments where print quality and electrical properties of the components must be maintained, such as electronic components and printed circuit boards.

What print quality can I expect from heat-resistant labels?

Temperature-resistant labels on rolls are optimized for thermal transfer printing with standard and industrial printers . We recommend using resin ribbons to achieve optimal print quality. The labels made of polyimide film enable excellent print quality at 600 dpi. This enables the printing of very small and fine barcodes, such as data matrix codes, and ensures consistent scanability. » To the resin ribbon range

High-temperature labels on sheets can be printed in a laser printer.

Which printer is best for printing high temperature labels on rolls?

To print polyimide labels, you need a thermal transfer label printer. When choosing a label printer, make sure that it meets the specific printing requirements, such as the ability to offer high print resolutions for fine details. It is also important to consider the roll core size and roll width that the printer must be designed for. Use our shop filter to find the right thermal transfer printer even faster.

What are the characteristics of the adhesive used for the labels?

Our labels' permanent adhesive provides strong adhesion to standard PCBs. The adhesive is designed to have low outgassing, which is important for sensitive manufacturing environments. Labels should be applied clean, dry and free of contaminants to ensure optimal adhesion.