Datasheet

Thermal Transfer Ribbon

Resist+ T 555 Sw

Resin
Flat-Head

Is a very sensitive resin quality that allows slightly higher printing speeds and can be printed with low energy – which is easy on the print head. It is suitable for flat-head and, to a limited extent, also for near-edge printers. First and foremost, foil materials can be printed in very good quality – to a limited extent, the quality can also be used for paper surfaces.

Resist+ / T 555 Sw can be used in the food sector and is approved for seawater-resistant GHS labelling on some label materials according to BS5609 section III.

The print has very good mechanical resistance. Its chemical resistance is the same as that of a standard resin grade, but it is worth mentioning that the print survives a few cycles when wiped with a Crockmeter, even when used with petrol, brake fluid and hydraulic oil.

The application area is the printing of robust product labels made of foil, e.g. in the chemical and food industry, but also the printing of type plates and durable markings.

Product range

We supply this ribbon quality in the standard dimensions of the compact range, which cover the majority of possible applications, from a minimum quantity of 1 carton. The cartons are all the same size for practical onward shipping and contain between 6 and 36 rolls, depending on the roll size. For exact details of the standard articles available, packaging units and information on delivery times, please refer to the compact article list for this quality.
In addition, we supply special widths from 50 rolls, as well as custom-made ribbons in every possible dimension and design!
Net width jumbo roll: 880 mm

Applications

  • Long lasting and high resistant product identification, Type plates
  • Outdoor applications

Printing characteristics

  • 250mm/s
    Speed
  • Sensitivity
  • Flexibility

Mechanical resistance

  • Smearing
  • Scratching
  • Erasing
  • Adhesive tape test

Print quality

OD on vellum 1,4
OD on foil 2
  • Vellum
  • Coated paper
  • Glossy paper
  • PE
  • PP
  • PVC
  • PET
  • Textile
  • PVC card

Chemical resistance

Water Yes
  • Alcohol (IPA)
  • White Spirit
  • Diesel
  • Engine oil
  • Gasoline
  • Brake fluid
  • Skydrol
  • MEK

Temperature resistance

  • 160°C
    Until

Resistance to UV light

for many years

Sensitive resin quality:

  • Gentle on the print head and for higher print speeds
  • Good mechanical resistance
  • Limited resistance to petrol, brake fluid and Skydrol

Ribbon specifications

Ribbon chemistry Resin
Printhead Flat-Head
Color Black
Thickness base film 4,5 µm
Total thickness 7,5 µm
Ink melting point 95 °C

Certifications

  • BS 5609 (Seawater resistant) for GHS labelling
  • Food sector
  • No Heavy metals (RohS)
  • REACH (no substances on SVHC List)

Character

Sensitive standard resin quality, high mechanical resistance. Average resistance to chemicals but limited resistance to petrol, brake fluid and hydraulic oil.

Shelf life and storage conditions

"In principle termal transfer ribbons have a long shelf live. We guarantee that, if stored correctly ( temperature: 5 - 35 °C, relative humidity: 30 - 80 % ) our ribbons remain in perfect condition for use for 1 year from delivery."

Test methods

"Our thermal transfer ribbons are tested according to CALOR | REGMA testing procedures. We are happy to supply details upon request."

Quality management ISO 9001 : 2015

Our processes and quality management system are certified according to the latest version 2015.

Status: 8. September 2025

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