Self-laminating labels (SB) from Tyco Electronics (Harrisburg, PA), a business segment of Tyco International Ltd., can mark and identify wires and cables used in most
applications. The labels use thermal transfer technology for marking, employing a translucent vinyl film substrate with a permanent acrylic adhesive. The labels are supplied with a white printable area that is over-laminated upon application with the translucent portion of the label. The labels are used in a range of electrical and electronic application, as well as in factory automation and communications equipment.

The self-lamination of the labels protects the printed area from exposure to oil, solvents, water and abrasion. The labels conform to round, irregular or flexible surface and are suitable for use in applications where the cable or wire is flexed repeatedly. For added application flexibility, labels can be flagged around a wire compared to traditional wrapping.

SB self-laminating labels have a typical shelf life of two years and a service temperature of -40 to 82°C. The minimum application temperature is 10°C. These labels can be imprinted with the T308S or T312M thermal printers. Thermal transfer ribbons from Tyco Electronics are recommended.

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