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Stripped edge matrix guidelines, Face type, Total weight of label, Edge matrix removal - drivers

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Die-cut labels are cut with a non-print area between each label. For best results, do not print within 2.3 mm (0.090 in.) of the edge of the label, of the perforations, or of the die-cuts of the label. If you are using a butt cut or die-cut label, make sure adhesive contamination does not occur. Labels use varying levels and types of adhesive, as well as a variety of liner materials and face stocks. Adhesive can ooze with all label stocks. Make sure die-cuts are free of adhesive stringers. Zone coating or pattern adhesive with a 1-mm (0.04-in.) or larger non-adhesive border provides the greatest protection from adhesive contamination. If zone coating is not used, we recommend a stripped edge matrix. The stripped edge matrix varies with the type of face stock, liner, and adhesive materials. See the following table for stripped edge matrix guidelines. Measurements may vary ±0.5 mm. Stripped edge matrix guidelines Face type Total weight of label Edge matrix removal Location of strip Paper1 (Cut Sheet or Dual Web) 140-180 g/m2 1.6 mm (0.0625 in.) 1.6 mm (0.0625 in.) 215.9 mm (8.5 in.) at leading edge 279.4 mm (11.0 in.) at driver edge Vinyl2 265-300 g/m2 3.0 mm (0.125 in.) 2.4 mm (0.094 in.) 215.9 mm (8.5 in.) at leading edge 279.4 mm (11.0 in.) at driver edge Polyester and other face materials2 Varies 3.0 mm (0.125 in.) 2.4 mm (0.094 in.) 215.9 mm (8.5 in.) at leading edge 279.4 mm (11.0 in.) at driver edge 1 Use a non-oozing adhesive. 2 Edge matrix removal must be 1.6 mm (0.0625 in.) in some circumstances. For more information, see "Vinyl and polyester labels" on page 28. Using cut sheet labels with adhesive applied to the edge of the sheet will contaminate your printer and your cartridge and could void your printer and cartridge warranties. When using pressure-sensitive materials without zone coating, choose butt cut labels without any stringers and with a stripped edge matrix. If a total strip matrix is in the design for the final product, print before removing the matrix. If the matrix must be removed before printing, round all corners and make sure adhesive is not exposed. The following diagram shows a recommended label design for Optra plus printers, 4039, 4029, and 4019, as well as the T610, T520, T620, and T630 laser printers. Note: The non-print area may vary, depending on the printer model. Labels 24

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Die-cut labels
are cut with a non-print area between each label. For best results, do not print within 2.3 mm (0.090 in.)
of the edge of the label, of the perforations, or of the die-cuts of the label.
If you are using a butt cut or die-cut label, make sure adhesive contamination does not occur. Labels use varying
levels and types of adhesive, as well as a variety of liner materials and face stocks. Adhesive can ooze with all label
stocks. Make sure die-cuts are free of adhesive stringers. Zone coating or pattern adhesive with a 1-mm (0.04-in.) or
larger non-adhesive border provides the greatest protection from adhesive contamination.
If zone coating is not used, we recommend a stripped edge matrix. The stripped edge matrix varies with the type of
face stock, liner, and adhesive materials. See the following table for stripped edge matrix guidelines. Measurements
may vary ±0.5 mm.
Stripped edge matrix guidelines
Face type
Total weight of label
Edge matrix removal
Location of strip
Paper
1
(Cut Sheet
or Dual Web)
140–180 g/m
2
1.6 mm (0.0625 in.)
1.6 mm (0.0625 in.)
215.9 mm (8.5 in.) at leading edge
279.4 mm (11.0 in.) at driver edge
Vinyl
2
265–300 g/m
2
3.0 mm (0.125 in.)
2.4 mm (0.094 in.)
215.9 mm (8.5 in.) at leading edge
279.4 mm (11.0 in.) at driver edge
Polyester and other
face materials
2
Varies
3.0 mm (0.125 in.)
2.4 mm (0.094 in.)
215.9 mm (8.5 in.) at leading edge
279.4 mm (11.0 in.) at driver edge
1
Use a non-oozing adhesive.
2
Edge matrix removal must be 1.6 mm (0.0625 in.) in some circumstances. For more information, see “Vinyl and polyester
labels” on page 28.
Using cut sheet labels with adhesive applied to the edge of the sheet will contaminate your printer and your cartridge
and could void your printer and cartridge warranties.
When using pressure-sensitive materials without zone coating, choose butt cut labels without any stringers and with
a stripped edge matrix. If a total strip matrix is in the design for the final product, print before removing the matrix.
If the matrix must be removed before printing, round all corners and make sure adhesive is not exposed.
The following diagram shows a recommended label design for Optra plus printers, 4039, 4029, and 4019, as well as
the T610, T520, T620, and T630 laser printers.
Note:
The non-print area may vary, depending on the printer model.
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