High-Temperature Labels
High-Temperature Labels
High temperature labels are also known as heat-proof or heat-resistant labels, stickers and tags.
If you work in an industry that needs High-Temperature Labels or Heat-Proof Tags, such as metal fabrication, ceramics, glass or steel manufacturing, then you know how difficult it is to find labels and tags that survive at high temperatures.
Luckily we have labels that can survive temperatures up to 1,250C.
Can you get High Temperature Labels?
Yes. At Expert Labels we can provide you with labels that can survive on your product as it travels through your manufacturing process.
Not all high-temperature labels are created equally, different label styles and materials perform better in different temperature ranges. How do you choose the right high-temperature label for your application? Read below to find out which labelling materials are available and where they perform best.
High-Temperature Label Materials
Identifying labels that work in the temperature ranges you need is critical to your ability to scan the barcode and read the label.
There is also a balance to be struck in terms of cost, with lower temperature labels costing less than ultra-high temperature labels.
With 30 years of experience, we are able to identify your exact labelling needs and match your requirements with a perfect solution. Please see the table below for some examples of the high-temperature labels we supply:
| Material Type | Temperature Range | Details |
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| Treated Polyester Labels | Up to 250 °C |
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| Polyimide Adhesive Labels | Up to 350 °C |
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| Aluminium Foil Base Adhesive with Inorganic Topcoat | Up to 600 °C |
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| Ceramic-coated Polymer Film Adhesive Labels | Up to 1250 °C |
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Are High-Temperature Labels Customizable?
It’s possible to print your own information on all these labels, however there are some limitations. For the labels in the lower temperature ranges, you can add colour logos, not so much in the higher ranges.
Your labels can be made to your own customer sizes, however, sizes in the ultra-high temperature range need to be relatively small – smaller than approximately 50mm x 50mm, as the material is very delicate and easily torn if the label is too big.
With 30 years of experience using label and tag design software, we’re able to help you optimise the design of your labels, minimise wasted label space and supply you with an elegant yet functional labelling solution.
How do I Print High-Temperature Labels?
Your labels can be provided pre-printed, for ease of use, allowing you to start applying straight away.
Alternatively, you can use thermal transfer printers for your own in-house printing so you can track items using your own production codes or from your own data.
Printing yourself, using your own label printer, means you need a specialist ink ribbon.
The ink is specially formulated to withstand high temperatures so the ink doesn’t smudge.
Here’s an article that explains in-house printing in a bit more detail.
How do I Apply High-Temperature Labels?
Our polyester and polyimide high-temperature labels can be applied by hand from room temperature up to 250 °C or 350 °C, respectively.
Our ultra high temperature labels can also be applied at room temperature but to be durable and scratch resistant, need to be cured. Contact us if you need to know about this process.
Some of our label range can be applied to hot metals and ceramics. You can see below, a metalworker using a ‘gun’ to apply heat-proof labels. Not only is this safer in hotter environments, as PPE doesn’t need to be removed to handle the labels, but the labels are also all applied uniformly and in the same manner, aiding precision.
Test Your Labels
These labels are ideal for food, electronics, steel, glass and ceramic production.
They are the answer for any industry that works with extremely hot products that needs to be clearly and quickly identified.
No matter what the application, it is important that thermal-transfer ribbons (inks) are carefully matched to the label and tested on your application prior to purchase.
To help you make the right decision and choose the best value labels for your project, we’re able to provide companies (based in the UK) with sample labels for testing.
This will allow you to see how they perform when tested on your specific application, under your specific conditions. If your project is commercially sensitive, we’re happy to sign an NDA.
As always, we are here to help. If you have a question, or specific requirement you would like to discuss with us, heat-proof or not, please get in touch with our. Email sales@expertlabels.co.uk or call us on 01359 271 111, we’d love to hear from you.
Updated 9 Sept 2024
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