Types and Features of Thermal Paper

Paper is used everywhere in our lives. Do you know a kind of paper? We can see it in daily consumption, logistics, and the office. It is thermal paper.

Types of thermal paper

Thermal paper is divided into Eco thermal paper, Top thermal paper, and Standard thermal/direct thermal paper. Do you know the difference between them?

For ordinary eco-thermal paper, it is mainly used for electronic scales in supermarkets. It does not have too high requirements for information retention time and weather resistance. It prints clearly when used, scans barcodes quickly, and is economical and practical; for high-quality Standard thermal/direct thermal paper, excellent non-fluorescent three-proof thermal paper, it has excellent water, oil, alcohol, and other protective properties, and the barcode prints clearly. It is mostly used for medical and health, food, and other label applications with high requirements; Eco thermal paper self-adhesive has good waterproof, oil, plasticizer, and scratch resistance. It is developed for the logistics industry. Slight collisions and rain will not cause damage to the information.

Application of thermal paper

Commercial retail

Cash register receipts: Instant transaction vouchers for supermarkets, convenience stores, and restaurants, fast and clear.

Price tags/barcode labels: Product prices and promotional information are updated in real time, saving labor replacement costs.

Coupons/queue number slips: Customers use thermal paper receipts to verify or queue up, improving service efficiency.

Logistics and transportation

Express delivery bill: an electronic delivery bill can be directly printed, waterproof and tear-proof, and suitable for a high-speed sorting system.

Freight label: record the weight and destination of goods, and simplify the warehouse management process.

Office Finance

Bank ATM receipts: deposit, withdrawal, and transfer records are printed instantly, and the handwriting is resistant to wear and tear.

Financial documents: invoices, statements, and other archival documents to meet short-term retention needs.

Public services

Transportation ticketing: Subway tickets, high-speed rail tickets, and parking lot receipts. Scan the code and print it out immediately.

Government vouchers: self-service terminals print business receipts and certification documents to reduce queues at the counter.

Summary

Thermal paper has become a "silent efficiency assistant" in modern life with its high efficiency, environmental protection, and low cost. At Golden Paper, we provide you with high-quality thermal paper that meets your requirements, as well as customized services.