Direct thermal (TD) vs thermal transfer (TT)

How to pick the right roll label type for your business in Chișinău and Moldova.

In short

• TD — no ribbon, fast printing, lower cost per label, typically readable 6–12 months.
• TT — uses ribbon, durable print resistant to abrasion, moisture and UV.

When to choose TD

Short-shelf-life food, retail scales, daily parcels — labels printed and applied right before sale.

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When to choose TT

Warehouse, long storage, export, chemicals, cosmetics, industrial marking — when the label must stay readable for months or years.

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Practical checklist

1. How long must the label last?
2. Surface: paper, plastic, metal, freezer?
3. Is your printer TD, TT or dual-mode?
4. Do you need a stock or custom size?

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