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Technical data for DK Rolls www.brother.co.uk Extensive DK Label Tests Like all direct thermal labels, Brother DK paper, 2-colour paper and film labels are not designed for durable, permanent labelling. However, as these tests show, Brother DK paper, 2-colour paper and film labels are an excellent solution for short-term labelling. If durable, long term labelling is required then Brother TZe tapes should be used. Abrasion Resistance Test Brother DK film material withstands moderate* abrasion without affecting the legibility of the text. Brother DK paper labels protect against accidental marks and scratches, due to a special coating applied to the surface of the paper labels. The Abrasion Test Procedure A 1kg sanding device was passed over Brother DK film, paper and 2-colour paper labels. After 50 return passes the DK film labels were completely unaffected. The DK paper and 2-colour paper labels’ print quality stayed completely unaffected, even though slight scratches appeared on the paper itself. The Abrasion Test Results Brother DK film label Brother DK paper label DK Film Brother DK 2-colour paper label = Not affected DK Paper DK 2-colour Paper *For exposure to heavier abrasion we recommend using Brother TZe laminated labels in one of our P-touch Labelling Machines Extensive DK Label Tests Temperature Resistance Test Brother DK labels can be used in a wide range of temperatures, from freezing cold to hot environments. The Temperature Test Procedure Brother DK film, paper and 2-colour paper labels were attached to stainless steel, heated and cooled. The Temperature Test Results The results showed that DK film labels were unaffected throughout the temperature test, whether placed in -80°C or in +80°C*. The DK paper labels were unaffected at temperatures ranging from -80°C to +60°C, but showed slight discolouration at +80°C. The DK 2-colour paper labels were unaffected at temperatures ranging from -80°C to 25°C, but showed slight discolouration at +60°C and the red colour could not be distinguished at +80°C. DK Film in -80°C/+80°C DK Paper in -80°C -80°C 240hrs -30°C 240hrs 0°C 240hrs +25°C 240hrs +60°C 240hrs +80°C 240hrs DK 2-colour paper DK paper DK Film Temperature Hours DK Paper in +60°C DK Paper in +80°C DK 2-colour paper in -80°C = No noticeable change DK 2-colour paper in +60°C DK 2-colour paper in +80°C = Slight discolouration, but legible = Unable to distinguish red colour * For higher or longer exposure to temperatures, we recommend using Brother TZe laminated labels in one of our P-touch Label printers Extensive DK Label Tests Indoor Fade Resistance Test Brother DK film, paper and 2-colour paper labels are ideal for indoor usage. The Indoor Fade Test Procedure Brother DK film, paper and 2-colour paper labels were attached to coated metal plates and placed inside a fade-inducing chamber at +24±2°C with 60%±5% humidity. They were left for a period of 52 hours. In addition, DK labels were placed in a natural office environment for one year and inspected for any obvious changes*. Indoor Fade Resistance Test Results Both the Brother DK film, paper and 2-colour paper labels remained completely legible, as shown below. DK Film Before DK Paper Before DK 2-colour Paper Before DK Film After DK Paper After DK 2-colour Paper After *Different environmental conditions will have varying effects on the printed DK labels, and as such Brother cannot guarantee that labels placed in another environment other than those as tested will have the same results as shown. Extensive DK Label Tests Outdoor Fade Resistance Test Although DK labels should not be used for long periods of time outdoors, tests show the yellow DK film material is most suited for temporary outdoor labelling applications. The Outdoor Fade Resistance Test Procedure Brother DK film labels were attached to coated metal plates and placed inside a fade-inducing chamber and left for a maximum period of 100 hours. In addition, labels were placed in a natural outdoor environment and inspected for any obvious changes*. Outdoor Fade Resistance Test Results Test results show that DK labels are not ideally suited for use outdoors for periods over one month. For these applications, we recommend the use of Brother TZe laminated labels. DK White Film Before DK Film After 1 Month DK Yellow Film Before DK Yellow Film After 1 Month *Different environmental conditions will have varying effects on the printed DK labels, and as such Brother cannot guarantee that labels placed in another environment other than those as tested will have the same results as shown. Extensive DK Label Tests Water and Chemical Resistance Test Brother DK film, paper and 2-colour paper labels were tested for their legibility in various chemicals and water. Water and chemical resistance tests were conducted in two stages: Stage 1: The water and chemical submersion test Stage 2: The water and chemical abrasion test Stage 1: Water and Chemical Submersion Test Procedure To test Brother DK film, paper and 2-colour paper labels against the effects of water and chemicals, the labels were attached to glass slides and immersed in a variety of liquids for 2 hours. Water and Chemical Submersion Test Results DK 2-colour paper DK paper Solution DK Film The labels most resistant to submersion in the chemicals tested were the DK film labels. However, in general none of the labels should be submerged in highly volatile chemicals, such as acetone and ethyl acetate. In general, we recommend the use of durable TZe laminated labels should labels be subjected to chemicals. Water Hexane Mineral Spirit 0.1N Sodium Hydroxide 0.1N Hydrochloric Acid Toluene Ethanol Acetone Ethyl Acetate = No noticeable change = Slight discolouration, but legible = Illegible Extensive DK Label Tests Test Comparison Results Water DK Film DK Paper DK 2-colour Paper DK Film DK Paper DK 2-colour Paper DK Film DK Paper DK 2-colour Paper DK Film DK Paper DK 2-colour Paper Hexane Mineral Spirit Toluene Stage 2: Water and Chemical Abrasion Test Procedure Brother DK film, paper and 2-colour paper labels were affixed to several glass plates, and a 500g weight with a chemical and solvent infused cloth was passed over each label 40 times (20 return passes). Water and Chemical Abrasion Test Results Brother DK film labels remained unaffected when rubbed with a variety of chemicals and water. Should any chemicals be accidentally spilt onto the DK film labels, wiping them dry should help avoid any damage. The DK paper and 2-colour paper labels showed some discolouration when tested with several of the chemicals, however, the text itself remained legible. If spillages of water, Sodium Hydroxide, or Hydrochloric Acid do occur, do not wipe the label, but simply let it dry. Solution DK 2-colour paper DK Film DK paper Extensive DK Label Tests Water Hexane Mineral Spirit 0.1N Sodium Hydroxide 0.1N Hydrochloric Acid Toluene = No noticeable change Ethanol = Slight discolouration, but legible Acetone = Illegible Ethyl Acetate Test Comparison Results All Chemicals Toluene DK Film DK Paper DK 2-colour Paper DK Paper DK 2-colour Paper DK film labels proved abrasion resistant against all the chemicals tested. Ethanol Ethyl Acetate DK Paper DK 2-colour Paper Acetone DK Paper DK 2-colour Paper Extensive DK Label Tests Strong Adhesion Test Brother DK paper and film labels are both supplied with a strong adhesive to ensure that they remain stuck to most common surfaces. Strong Adhesion Test Results The table shows that an adhesive strength of at least 11 Newtons was maintained with most materials, indicating sufficient adhesive strength against most common materials. Solution DK Labels Strong Adhesion Test Procedure To test the adhesive strength of Brother DK film and paper labels, 25mm wide labels were affixed to a variety of surfaces and left for 30 minutes. The adhesive strength was tested by removing the label at an angle of 180 degrees. This testing method complies with Japanese Standard JIS Z0237 testing for adhesive tape. Stainless Steel 12.1 Glass 11.2 PVC 12.7 Acrylic 11.0 Polypropylene 10.0 Polyester Coated Wood 11.0 Curved Surface Adhesion Test Brother DK film labels are specifically designed so that the labels will stick to most cylindrical surfaces used within the laboratory and medical sectors*. DK Film Dk Paper = Sticks perfectly to the curved surface = 5mm to 10mm of the label’s edge springs back = Does not stick to the curved surface * For labelling curved objects with a small diameter, we recommend the use of Flexible ID TZe label cassettes. Ø 11.8mm Polypropylene Ø 11.8mm Glass Ø 17.7mm Polystyrene Ø 14.6mm Polystyrene Curved Surface Adhesion Test Results Ø 10.6mm Polystyrene Curved Surface Adhesion Test Procedure Brother DK film and paper labels were attached to test tubes of various materials and sizes, and left for approximately 30 minutes. The labels were then checked for their ability to stay affixed to each particular surface. DK rolls for the QL label printer range Wide range of labels available in paper and plastic film material, pre-sized labels or continuous rolls. DK Die-Cut Labels Material Colour Size Item No. Standard address label (400/roll) Paper White 29 x 90 mm DK-11201 Large address label (400/roll) Paper White 38 x 90 mm DK-11208 Small address label (800 roll) Paper White 62 x 29 mm DK-11209 Shipping label (300/roll) Paper White 62 x 100 mm DK-11202 Large shipping label (180/roll) Paper White 103 x 164 mm DK-11247* Barcode label (600/roll) Paper White 102 x 51 mm DK-11240* File folder label (300/roll) Paper White 17 x 87 mm DK-11203 Multi-purpose label (400/roll) Paper White 17 x 54 mm DK-11204 Square label (1000/roll) Paper White 23 x 23 mm DK-11221 CD/DVD label (100/roll) Film White 58 mm Ø DK-11207 Round label (1200/roll) Paper White 12 mm Ø DK-11219 Round label (1000/roll) Paper White 24 mm Ø DK-11218 DK Continuous-Length Tapes - 30.48m Material Colour Size Item No. Continuous-length Paper White 12 mm DK-22214 Continuous-length Paper White 29 mm DK-22210 Continuous-length Paper White 38 mm DK-22225 Continuous-length Paper White 50 mm DK-22223 Continuous-length Paper, non-adhesive White 54 mm DK-N55224 Continuous-length Paper White 62 mm DK-22205 Continuous-length Paper, removable White 62 mm DK-44205 Continuous-length Paper, removable Yellow 62 mm DK-44605 Continuous-length Paper White 103 mm DK-22246* DK Continuous-Length Tapes - 15.24m Material Colour Size Item No. Continuous-length Film White 29 mm DK-22211 Continuous-length Film White 62 mm DK-22212 Continuous-length Film Yellow 62 mm DK-22606 Continuous-length Film Transparent 62 mm DK-22113 Continuous-length - Black/Red print Paper White 62 mm DK-22251** * For QL-1050/QL-1050N/QL-1060N/QL-1100/QL-1110NWB.  QL-1050/QL-1050N/QL-1060N require firmware update - for more information visit: http://support.brother.com ** For QL-800/QL810W/QL-820NWB Brother Genuine Supplies Brother Original Supplies offer peace of mind and quality guaranteed. Brother Genuine Supplies work in perfect harmony with Brother printers. Designed, manufactured and tested in controlled environments by the same team of engineers as Brother hardware. Providing you with the best possible results for your business and protection of your print investment. 1. A random sample of tape types were selected and used to perform these tests. Accordingly, results may have differed slightly, depending on the type of tape used. 2. The actual test results were acquired under specific conditions configured by Brother, with the sole aim of providing information contained within this booklet. Brother does not guarantee the strength, safety or accuracy of numerical data. 3. Since tape adherence performance is affected by the material the tape is attached to, the material’s surface condition, whether it is greasy, dusty, rough or curved, and the environmental conditions, the customer should confirm adherence performance under actual usage conditions after purchasing the tape required, and use the product under their own responsibility. 4. Brother accepts no responsibility for injuries or lost earnings resulting from application of the information contained in this document. Contact: Brother UK Ltd Shepley Street, Audenshaw, Manchester M34 5JD, U.K. Tel: +44(0)161 330 6531 Website: www.brother.co.uk All specifications correct at time of printing. Brother is a registered trademark of Brother Industries Ltd. Brand product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies.