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Best combinations for perfect results

The following chart is supposed to help you find the perfect ribbon for every label material. The best result can be reached if you stick to the recommended ribbons.

 

Application chart Ribbon
Label material Prima, Ratio Brillant Ideal, Vario+ Resist, Resist+ Eco NE Perfect Resist NE
wax wax+ wax/resin resin wax wax/resin resin
Technology Flathead Near-edge
Vellum ++ o ++ o + oo   ++ o + oo  
Mat coated papers and cardboard +++ +++ +++ oo + oo ++ o +++ oo + oo
Special TT coated papers +++ +++ +++ oo ++ oo ++ o +++ oo ++ oo
Gloss paper ++ ++ +++ oo ++ oo ++ +++ o ++ oo
PE Polyethylene corona treated + ++ +++ oo +++ ooo + +++ o +++ ooo
PP Polypropy-
lene
+ ++ +++ oo +++ ooo + +++ o +++ ooo
Vinyl + ++ +++ oo +++ ooo + +++ o +++ ooo
PS Polystyrene + ++ +++ oo +++ ooo + +++ o +++ ooo
Polyester + ++ +++ oo +++ ooo + +++ o +++ ooo
Coated synthetic label materials + ++ +++ oo +++ oo + ++ o +++ oo

 

Test results
contrast, fine lines, ladder bar-codes limited medium good very good
Printed image   + ++ +++
Durability   o oo ooo
         
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