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perforations

A series of holes used to separate labels on a roll for easy tear off.

permanent adhesive

Adhesive capable of long-lasting bond strength to a wide variety of surfaces.

picket fence

A horizontal bar code presented in such a manner that its overall length dimension is parallel to the horizon; The bars are presented in an array which look like a picket fence.

pin feed

Round holes in label stock that help maintain the labels proper alignment during printing.

polyesters

Strong film that resists moisture, oils and many chemical solvents.

polymids

A synthetic polymeric resin resistant to high temperatures, wear and corrosion.

polypropylenes

Any of a group of durable, thermoplastic resins.

preprinted

Printed in advance of use.

pressure sensitive label

Label material with adhesive backing and protective silicone-coated release liner to permit it to adhere instantly to most surfaces with the application of slight pressure.

print head energy levels

The amount of energy (heat) at the point of contact on the print head.

print quality

The measure of compliance of a bar code symbol to the requirements of dimensional tolerance, edge roughness, spots, voids, reflectance, print contrast, quiet zone, and encodation.

processing temperature

The temperature a label would be expected to withstand as its normal environment.

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