Patel Engineers

Why do Brother P-Touch laminated labels last longer?Unlike ordinary labels, our unique laminated tape technology ensures that a layer of superclear polyethylene laminate protects your text.
Brother P-touch laminated TZe tapes consist of seven layers of materials, resulting in a thin, extremely strong label. Characters are formed with a thermal transfer ink and sandwiched between two protective layers of PET (polyester fi lm). The result is a virtually indestructible label that can withstand even the harshest conditions.

In fact, we are sure about the durability of our labels because we’ve tested them to the extreme, against the effects of abrasion, temperature, chemicals and sunlight. Results prove that Brother P-touch laminated labels out perform competitor labels, staying legible and affi xed, so you can be confi dent of a professional quality label that has been designed to last.
And we can prove it. The following pages will show you exactly how our labels are tested to the extreme.

• Abrasion Resistant Labels
• Temperature Resistant Labels
• Fade Resistant Labels
• Water and Chemical Resistance
• Strong Adhesion

Frequently Asked Questions
How thick are TZe tapes?TZe tapes are around 160 micro metres in thickness but this varies slightly by tape type.Which colour tape is recommended for high temperatures?We recommend TZe-M931/951/961 (Black on matt silver) as most resistant to hightemperatures in terms of discolouration.
When I remove the label will messy adhesive remain? How can I remove it?Tapes can be removed from most materials with relative ease leaving little or no adhesive onthe material. Extreme heat, humidity and certain chemicals may result in some residualadhesive being left but this can be removed in most cases with Ethanol.
What is the shelf life of an unused TZe tape?The shelf life of an unused TZe tape is 15 months from production.
Do TZe tapes contain chloride?No chloride materials are used in the cassette case, tape or ink.
Do TZe tapes create any outgasing?The following gases may be produced when labels are in a hot environment such as in frontof an air conditioner: toluene, n-butanol, 2-ethylhexyl alcohol, butyl carbinol acetate. Theselevels are however very low.
Can TZe tapes be submerged in alcohol?Submersion of TZe tapes in alcohol is not recommended for extended periods due to thepossible deterioration of the tape adhesive.
Is it safe to burn a P-touch label?Although there may be some halogen in TZe tapes, it is of a very low level making it safe toburn TZe tapes.
Do TZe tapes contain silicon?Since the tape liner itself is silicon coated on both sides, there is a chance that smallamounts of silicon may remain on the adhesive layer underneath the label even after theliner is peeled off.