Non-Topcoated vs. Topcoated Direct Thermal Material
The direct thermal coating on direct thermal labels is sensitive to environmental factors such as chemical contact, humidity, UV exposure and abrasion. These factors can destroy or degrade the quality of your printed image.
To help protect your printed image from these environmental factors, materials are available with a clear, protective topcoating. This top coat acts as a barrier to help resist the effects of image-degrading environmental factors.
Consider the following to determine if your project would benefit from a topcoated product:
