ThermaLock 4000D is a direct thermal, premium, glossy silver polypropylene label with a removable acrylic adhesive. It is designed for applications that require a temporary label or where labeling is used in low temperatures. It is resistant to most chemicals and meets FDA 175.105 for indirect food contact requirements.
KEY FEATURES
- Direct thermal, silver polypropylene label with a removable acrylic adhesive
- Resistant to most chemicals
- Up to 18 months outdoor exposure
- Prints well at speeds up to 6 in/sec
- Meets FDA 175.105 for indirect food contact requirements
- Available in silver (10022704)
THERMAL PRINT TECHNOLOGIES
ThermaLock 4000D is intended for use in all Zebra and competitive tabletop and stand-alone printers that use direct thermal technology. When matched with the recommended Zebra materials, it will provide image durability and permanence equivalent to conventional preprinted tags and labels.
APPLICATIONS
• Labeling of packaging material including corrugate, plastic, glass, and metal • Use in lawn and garden centers • Short term outdoor labeling • Work in process labeling • Laboratory labeling • Replacement of thermal transfer labeling applications
RECOMMENDED RIBBONS
Zebra recommends using the Zebra 3200 wax/resin ribbon.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
• RoHS compliant
PRECAUTION
ThermaLock 4000D is sensitive to light, and may discolor when exposed to light over time. It is recommended to keep this product in its original packaging and away from direct sunlight and other sources of UV light until used.
ALL PRODUCTS SHOULD BE PRE-TESTED TO ENSURE THEY MEET THEIR INTENDED REQUIREMENTS
ThermaLock 4000D is a direct thermal, glossy silver polypropylene label with a removable acrylic adhesive. It is designed for applications that require a temporary label or where labeling is used in low temperatures. It is resistant to most chemicals and meets FDA 175.105 for indirect food contact requirements
FEATURES
• Direct thermal, silver polypropylene label with a permanent acrylic adhesive • Resistant to most chemicals • Up to 18 months outdoor exposure • Prints well at speeds up to 6 in/sec • Meets FDA 175.105 for indirect food contact requirements • Available in silver (10022704)
MATERIAL CONSTRUCTION
| Component | Description | Caliper |
| Facestock | Glossy silver polypropylene film | 3.0 mil |
| Adhesive | Removable, acrylicbased | 0.5 mil |
| Liner | 40 lb. semi-bleached, kraft stock | 2.3 mil |
| TOTAL ± 10% | 5.8 mil |
TEMPERATURE PERFORMANCE
| Minimum Application Temperature | Service Temperature | Optimal Storage Conditions |
| 25° F (-4° C) | -65° F to 248° F (-54° C to 120° C) | 72° F (22° C) at 50% RH |
EXPECTED EXTERIOR LIFE
Up to 18 months
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE
| Chemical | Direct Thermal | Weak |
| Blood | • |
| Body Fluid | • |
| Salt Water | • |
| Water | • |
| Window Cleaner | * | Moderate |
| Alcohol | * |
| Ammonia | • |
| Bleach | • |
| IPA | * |
| Gasoline | * |
| Grease | NR |
| Oil | NR |
| Acetone | * |
| IR Reflow | • |
| MEK | * |
| TCE | * |
| Xylene | * |
SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS
• Labeling of packaging material including corrugate, and metal • Use in lawn and garden centers • Short term outdoor labeling • Work in process labeling • Laboratory labeling • Replacement of thermal transfer labeling applications
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