Manual técnico de consumibles para LabelWorks - Cintas LC.pdf

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Technical Manualfor LC Tapes

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About the Epson LC Tapes for LABELWORKS

Epsons LabelWorks range is all about making organisation easier, whether its

in the office, down in the stock room or even on various industrial job locations.

To do this, all Epson LabelWork models use LC tape cartridges, which help

ensure you create durable, eye-catching labels every time.

A brief history of LC tapes

Back in 1991, Epson began developing LC tapes with its OEM partner in Japan, providing them with durable, high-quality

labels for their label makers. Since then, Epson has continued to develop new material for these tapes, such as reflective

and heat-resistant material, to replicate the different ways businesses use LC tapes.

Epson starts developing label makers with an OEM partner in Japan.

Label makers and tapes are released in

Korea as branded products "Prifia".

Heat-resistant tapes are released.

Label makers and 36mm wide tapes are

launched by Epsons OEM partner.

First label makers and tapes (up to 24mm width)are launched by Epsons OEM partner.

LC tapes are released worldwide as part

of Epsons new LabelWorks range.

1992

1997

1991

2002 2010

History of LC tapes

A thermal transfer method is introduced, as well as

new printheads for various tapes.

Performance was improved and more tapes are

introduced.More user-friendly, energy-efficient models are

developed.

LC Tapes



Features of LC Tapes

LC tapes are available in a range of sizes from 6mm up to 36mm

to help you create labels for a variety of different applications.

LC tapes are available in a wide range of colours, both text and

tape, as well as materials, such as fluorescent, matte, metallic

and clear.

All standard LC tapes contain Polyethylene terephalate (PET), due

to its durability. In addition, LC tapes are available in a variety of

shapes and finishes that are suitable for a wide range of jobs in and

around the office, such as:

LABELWORKS

LABELWORKS

LABELWORKS

LABELWO

LABEL

LAB

6mm

9mm

12mm

18mm

24mm

36mm

Create a variety of labels with a wide selectionof tape widths

A variety of tape and text colours to choose from

Different labelling needs, different labellingmaterials

Glow-in-the-dark Heat resistantReflective

Folder tab RibbonMatte

Cable wrap

Reflective label

Regular labelIn bright light

In the dark

When initially exposed to brightlight, labels will glow in the dark.Ideal for stock rooms and other

dark areas.

Available in a variety of colours,notes can be written directly ontothese labels.

Text is printed mirrored along afold line, and can be attached tofolder tabs for easier organisation.

Text, symbols and icons can beprinted on fabric ribbon to customisegift wrapping.

Labels reflect light much moreefficiently and make whatever istagged, much easier to see in

poor light conditions.

Labels can resist hot and coldtemperatures without peeling orshrinkage.

These labels are specificallydesigned to wrap around cableswith a separate area for text.

* Product availability may vary by country.

LC Tapes



For efficient labelling

LC tapes are designed to be as flexible and as durable as you need them to be, while also offering an

environmentally-friendly alternative to other labels. Every label printed with LC tape has a multi-layered structure for

high durability, can be printed with reduced margins to help cut wastage and are free from chlorine.

Eco Features

When printing labels, margins can be reduced to ensure less tape is wasted per label. This helps reduce labelling costs,

so you get the most out of each LC tape cartridge, and means you can use LC tapes much more efficiently.

As Epson labels can be used for a variety of needs, LC tapes need to be highly durable to ensure they can do their job while at

the same time, offer great flexibility. Through research, Epson discovered that depending on traditional laminated finishes

would make labels too thick and result in labels that would be unsuitable for many applications. With this in mind, Epson was

able to develop a new label structure for its LC tape, which offered excellent durability and optimal thickness without relying on

laminated finishes.

Margin differs between LabelWork models.

LAB

10mm

Entry /Portable model LABELProfessional model

1mm

LABEL

Base film

Lettering

Coloured label

Coated surface

Adhesive

Backing paper

Label structure(Standard tape)

Thickness may vary between tapes.

Please refer to Frequently Asked Questions (p.15).

Thickness of LC tape label is 70m.

145m

70m

Structure of LC tapes

Minimising margin

LC tapes are made from chlorine-free materials, making them an environmentally-friendlyalternative to traditional tapes.

All labels printed with LC tapes are chlorine-free

Precut part

Based on the material composition survey of Standard tape (Black on White)

LC Tapes



LC Tape cartridges

Structure of LC tape cartridges

Unlike competitors cartridges, LC tapes contain a tape roller and feature a unique structure that safely houses both the tape

and ink ribbon. This prevents the tape and ink ribbon from damage when the cartridge is installed.

Preventing tape jamsLess exposed tape and ink ribbon helpprevent jams during printing and set up.

Platen RollerTo ensure print quality,we selected an optimalmaterial and diameter forplaten rollers for eachtape material.

For minimising marginAn optimised design of theplaten roller position (printposition) minimises margins.

LC Tapes



Testing LC tapes

To ensure that Epson labels are suitable for a variety of environments, they are put under rigorous

evaluation tests, both by Epson and third-party independent organisations. In the next few pages,

you will find details of each test Epson labels went through and what their results were.

Results shown in this manual are based on test conducted by Epson and independent third-party organisations.

Test results in this manual

Evaluation items in this manual Reference page

Temperature test P.6

P.8

P.9

P.10

P.10

P.11

Adhesive test

Curved surface adhesion test

Water resistance test

Chemical submersion test

Abrasion test

LC Tapes



Temperature

Under various test conditions, text printed on heat-resistant

labels was shown to cope with different temperatures without

peeling or fading. Text printed on standard LC tapes were also

shown to have positive results.

First temperature test

First temperature test results

Tests were conducted to confirm the condition of each material when exposed to various temperatures. 12mm-wide tapes

were applied to a stainless-steel sheet and left in an environment with a high temperature, low temperature, and

thermal-shocks. The results are shown in the table below.

:No noticeable change

: Text is legible but there is some tape discolouration.

: Text becomes unreadable.

Environmental conditions

(temperature/time)

Standard

Strong adhesive

Heat resistant

250C/2h-70C/72h -30C/72h 0C/240h 50C/240h 100C/240h 150C/2h 200C/2h 225C/2h

-30C/60Ceach at 3h

20cycles

Temperature: 100CDuration: 2 hoursLabels: Standard

Temperature: 200CDuration: 2 hoursLabels: Standard

LC Tapes



Temperature

Labels exposed to high temperatures for long periods can be prone to shrinkage, which can be a

problem for important warning labels. Epsons heat-resistant LC tapes are designed not to shrink, even

when exposed to temperatures of 200C for up to 10 hours.

Second temperature test

Second temperature test results

Tests were conducted to confirm the shrinkage of each tape at high temperature. 12mm-wide tapes were mounted onto an

electronic circuit board and then placed into a reflow oven. To ensure accurate results, the reflow oven temperature was

adjusted for lead-free solder (Pb-free solder) and then slowly increased. You can see the results below, comparing a

standard labels to a heat resistant label.

Labels: Standard

Labels: Heat resistant

0C

50C

100C

150C

200C

250C

2401200 [sec]

Temperature in Reflow

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Curved surface

Curved surface adhesive test

Curved surface adhesive test results

Tests were conducted to confirm the adhesive strength of a standard tape when applied to a curved surface. 12mm-wide

adhesive tapes were applied to a stainless steel bar (8mm in diameter) and a vinyl chloride bar (3mm in diameter).

Labels were applied in three different ways (outlined below) and left at room temperature (20C to 25C) for two weeks

and then evaluated for peeling. The results are shown in the table below.

:No separation/peeling

8mm diameter stainless-steel bar 3mm diameter vinyl chloride bar

Flag Wrapping Round bar Flag Wrapping

Standard

In addition to flat surfaces, LabelWorks tapes can also be attached to a variety of curved surfaces,

such as pipes, cables and metal bars. Using dedicated cable wrap labels, printed text is given added

protection with a transparent layer on top. This helps labels last even longer under more strenuous

environments.

Flag label:label is completely wrapped around cable/pipe, with a 5mm overlap

Wrapping label:label is completely wrapped around cable/pipe, with a 5mm overlap

Straight label:label is applied straight across stainless steel bar with no overlapping

LC Tapes



Printed text on the tape may be affected if rubbed.

Water and chemicals

LabelWorks labels may come into contact with water and various chemicals during use. To ensure all LC

tapes are able to work in these conditions, tests were run to measure their effectiveness against these

elements.

Water resistancetest results

:No abnormalities in printed text

Test A Test B Test C

Standard

Strong Adhesive

Water resistance test

Chemical immersion test

Chemical immersion test results

Tests were conducted to confirm the durability of standard and strong

adhesive tapes when exposed to water. 12mm-wide tapes were applied to a

stainless steel sheet and left in the following environments:

Test A) Submerged in distilled water and left at 40C for two hours

Test B) Submerged in saltwater (5%) and left at 40C for two hours

Test C) Exposed to a humid atmosphere (80%) and left at 40C for 96 hours

Tests were conducted to confirm the durability of standard tape when

immersed in various chemicals and solvents. 12mm-wide tapes were

applied to a glass sheet and immersed in eight different chemicals and

solvents for two hours.


: Printed text disappears.

Toluene Hexane Ethanol Ethyl acetateAcetone Mineral spirits

0.1 N Hydrochloric

acid

0.1 N Sodium

hydroxide

Standard

Chemical: EthanolDuration: 2 hoursLabels: Standard

LC Tapes



Friction and abrasion

Chemical abrasion test results


: Deformation/Peeling of tape, erasure of printed text (illegible)

TolueneHexane Ethanol Ethyl Acetate AcetoneMineral Spirits0.1 N Hydrochloric

Acid

0.1 N Sodium

Hydroxide

Standard

Labels that come into contact with other surfaces over long periods can make text unreadable, and can

be a problem for important warning labels or asset tagging. To ensure all LC tapes are able to work in

these conditions, tests were run to measure their effectiveness in the following scenarios.

Abrasion test

Abrasion test results

First abrasion test plastic eraser

Tests were conducted to confirm the durability of standard tape

when rubbed with a plastic eraser. 12mm-wide tapes were

rubbed 50 times with a 2kg weight attached to a machine, at a 90

degree angle.

Second abrasion test copper coin

Tests were conducted to confirm the durability of standard tape

when rubbed with a copper coin. 12mm-wide tapes were rubbed

40 times with a 500g weight by hand, at a 45 degree angle.

Third abrasion test chemical and solvents

Tests were conducted to confirm the durability of standard tapes

when rubbed with various cloths soaked in different chemicals and

solvents. 12mm-wide tapes were rubbed 50 times with a cloth

soaked with 4cc of a chosen chemical or solvent, attached to a

machine with a 500g weight.

No abnormalities in printed text No abnormalities in printed textSlight removal of text (still legible)

First testLabels: Standard

Second testLabels: Standard

Third testLabels: Standard

Chemical: Hexane

* May not be resistant to some special chemicals.

LC Tapes



LabelWorks LC tapes

Abc 123

ColoursItem6 9 12 18 24 36

Width (mm)

tandard

Abc 123

Abc 123

Abc 123

Abc 123

Abc 123

Abc 123luorescent

Abc 123

Abc 123Matte paper

Abc 123Metallic

Abc 123

Abc 123lear

Abc 123

Abc 123Matte Silver

Abc 123trong Adhesive

Abc 123

Abc 123

Abc 123able wrap

LC-4WLN9

LC-3WRN9 LC-4WRN9 LC-5WRN9

LC-2WBN9 LC-3WBN9 LC-4WBN9 LC-5WBN9 LC-6WBN9 LC-7WBN9

LC-2RBP9 LC-3RBP9 LC-4RBP9 LC-5RBP9 LC-6RBP9 LC-7RBP9

LC-4BWV9

LC-4YBF9 LC-5YBF9

LC-4WBB9

LC-4KBM9

LC-4SBM9

LC-4GBF9 LC-5GBF9

LC-2YBP9 LC-3YBP9 LC-4YBP9 LC-5YBP9 LC-6YBP9 LC-7YBP9

LC-3YBW9 LC-4YBW9 LC-5YBW9

LC-3TBW9 LC-4TBW9 LC-5TBW9

LC-3WBW9 LC-4WBW9 LC-5WBW9

LC-4TWN9 LC-5TWN9

LC-4SBE9 LC-5SBE9 LC-6SBE9

LC-2TBN9 LC-3TBN9 LC-4TBN9 LC-5TBN9 LC-6TBN9 LC-7TBN9

LC-6WBC9 LC-7WBC9Black on White

Black on White

White onTransparent

Black onTransparent

Black onTransparent

Black on Silver

Black on Silver

Black on Gold

Black on White

White on Black

Black on Yellow

Black on Yellow

Black on Yellow

Black on Red

Black on Green

Blue on White

Red on White

Black on White

LC Tapes



What tapes to use

Recommended tapes Acceptable tapesYour applications

Office filing

Warning / instruction labels

Warehouse filing

Bright light

Low light levels

High temperature

Asset tagging

Different

environments

Address labels

Standard

Folder tab

StandardMetallic

FluorescentGlow-in-the-dark

StandardFluorescentGlow-in-the-darkReflective

PearlizedMatteLight colour

Metallic

MatteMetallicLight colourPearlized

Transparent

Matte silver Standard

Matte paper

Heat resistant

StandardFluorescent

Strong adhesive

Standard

Standard

Reflective

Strong adhesive

Matte

MetallicLight colourPearlizedTransparent

LC Tapes



Recommended tapes Acceptable tapesYour applications

Gift wrapping / decoration

Indication Indoor

Outdoor

General use

General use

Chemicals

Clothes

Cable tagging

Name tag

Bottles /

containers

Standard

FluorescentGlow-in-the-dark

Glow-in-the-darkReflective

Cable wrapFlag

Iron-on

Transparent

RibbonDecorative masking tape

---

StandardMatteLight colour

StandardMatteLight colourMetallic

PearlizedTransparent

StandardMatte

Light colourMetallic

StandardMattePattern

Pearlized

StandardFluorescentStrong adhesive

Standard

MetallicPearlizedTransparent

Reflective

What tapes to use

LC Tapes



Which Epson LabelWorks use LC tapes?

Any LabelWorks model featuring the LC tape logo is compatible with LC tapes.

How thick is each tape?

Standard LC tape is 70m, without backing paper

All tapes, other than those listed below, are the same thickness as standard tape. All values mentioned below include backing paper.

Glow-in-the-dark: 350m Reflective: 220m

Fluorescent: 160m Cable wrap: 100m

Matte paper: 140m Strong adhesive: 160m

Ribbon: 180m Heat resistant: 160m

Iron-on: 200m Decorative masking tape (Washi): 170m

Will coloured labels fade over time?

As with all colour prints, colours may slightly fade over time. You may notice some colours discolour a little

quicker, in comparison to others, due to material and colour. However, test results have shown that LC

tapes are very durable, resisting water and withstanding hot and cold conditions.

How should I store LC tapes?

LC tapes should be stored in a cool environment, and avoid high temperatures and high humidity.

The recommended storing environment is:

Temperature: -10C to 40C

Humidity: 80%RH or less

Will tapes give off harmful emissions if accidentally burnt?

No, LC tapes are made from chlorine-free material, so are free from harmful emissions if accidentally

burned or recycled in an incinerator.

Do LC tapes contain silicone?

No, LC tapes do not contain silicone substances.

Do LC tapes contain chloroethene?

No, LC tapes do not contain Chloroethene.

Do LC tapes contain natural rubber?

No, LC tapes do not contain natural rubber.

Frequently Asked Questions (1)

LC Tape Logo

LC TapesLC Tapes



Frequently Asked Questions (2)

Are LC tapes resistant to alcohol?

Yes. Contact with alcohol will not cause significant change to the printed text or tape.

What are precautions when the tape is used for a circuit board?

If it is to be processed in a reflow oven, use a heat-resistant tape.

LC TapesLC Tapes


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All features and specifications described are subject to change without notice.

Other companies or product names used herein are also trademarks or

registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Product availabilly may vary by country. Please refer to your local Epson office

for full details.

Note that the information about the characteristics, such as numeric values,

described in this document are the evaluation results for information only not

for LC Tapes

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