Zebra direct thermal labels 101.6 x 152.4 mm White, 950 labels per roll, core 76 mm, box of 4

Zebra Direct 2100 white direct thermal labels, size 101.6 x 152.4 mm, are smooth-coated labels designed for direct thermal printers. They produce crisp black images without a ribbon and are supplied on rolls of 950 labels with a 76 mm core. These labels are intended for printing barcodes, shipping information and product details for packaging, promotional items and chilled or frozen goods.

Advantages

The Direct 2100 material yields clear black-on-white prints at high printer speeds and requires no ribbon, simplifying printer operation and consumables management. The matt smooth coating ensures good print contrast while the permanent rubber-based adhesive bonds reliably to a wide range of surfaces and remains effective at low temperatures down to -40 °C.

Suitable for

• Shipping labels and logistics tracking
• Product labelling for retail and promotional packaging
• Labels for chilled and frozen products
• Warehouse inventory and barcode printing

When it may not be suitable

These direct thermal labels are not intended for long-term exposure to sunlight or environments where thermal prints will be rubbed frequently, since direct thermal images can fade over time with heat, light or abrasion. They are also unsuitable for applications that require color printing or solvent-resistant inks.

Key specifications

• Label size: 101.6 x 152.4 mm
• Color: white, matt smooth coating
• Printing method: direct thermal (no ribbon required)
• Labels per roll: 950
• Core diameter: 76 mm
• Adhesive: permanent rubber-based adhesive
• Operating temperature: suitable down to -40 °C
• Recommended use: barcode and shipping information printing

How to use

Load the roll onto a compatible direct thermal label printer with a 76 mm core. Set the printer to the label dimensions 101.6 x 152.4 mm and adjust print darkness and speed to achieve optimal contrast at your device's maximum supported speed (up to 152 mm/s for the material). Print barcode or shipping data directly—no ribbon is required. Store unused rolls in a cool, dark place to preserve print sensitivity.

What to consider before purchase

• Ensure your printer supports direct thermal printing and the specified label size and core diameter.
• Confirm required print longevity—direct thermal prints are less resistant to light, heat and abrasion than thermal transfer prints.
• Check surface compatibility for the permanent rubber adhesive, especially for oily, highly textured or powder-coated substrates.

Usage recommendations

For best results, test print at your printer's standard speed and darkness settings on a sample roll to confirm barcode readability and adhesion, and store labels away from direct sunlight and heat sources to maintain print longevity.