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RSSWide Web Printers Expand Label Options Like Never Before
January 1, 2010
The amount of space available on bar code labels differ based on the type of printer. For example, some printer models can produce labels up to 99 inches long, but no more than 6.5 inches wide. What that means for print applications is that you may be able to get all your information on the label, but it may not be configured in the proper manner for those applications where you must comply with an industry standard. Also, you may have to print bar codes ladder-style (vertically), which can negatively impact the print speed and the readability of the labels.
If you're using line-matrix printers, label print area can mean 13.6 inches wide. However, if crisp graphics and high resolution, as well as high-contrast bar codes and human-readable information are important or necessary, then line-matrix printers won't do the job. Also, if you require the ability to print on demand, that is, print labels only as needed and not in a batch (quantity) mode, then once again, line-matrix printers are not the best choice.
