Thermal Labels

<h2 dir="ltr">What Are Laboratory Thermal Labels?</h2>
 Laboratory thermal labels are adhesive labels designed for printing by direct-thermal or thermal-transfer desktop label printers &mdash; the two print technologies used for barcode and specimen ID generation in research, clinical, and diagnostic labs. Direct-thermal labels activate a heat-sensitive coating to produce an image without ink or ribbon; thermal-transfer labels use a resin or wax ribbon to fuse ink into the label surface. Thermal labels cover a wide range of container types: cryo vials, microcentrifuge tubes, PCR strips, 15/50 mL conicals, microscope slides, and specimen collection bags. Choose thermal-transfer labels for any sample requiring chemical resistance, temperatures above +50 &deg;C, or long-term barcode legibility; choose direct-thermal for low-cost, short-to-medium-term applications.
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<h2 dir="ltr">What you will find:</h2>
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Direct thermal labels for quick, ink-free sample identification.
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Thermal transfer rolls for high-durability, permanent barcode printing.
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Solvent-resistant labels that withstand alcohol and cleaning agents.
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Freezer-grade thermal stickers for stable low-temperature archiving.
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Perforated label rolls for easy tearing and rapid application.
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Various sizes tailored for microtube caps and side-wall labeling.
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<h2 dir="ltr"> How to Choose Laboratory Thermal Labels</h2>
 Print Technology Compatibility Confirm whether the printer is direct-thermal (no ribbon required, e.g., Zebra GK420d, DYMO LabelWriter) or thermal-transfer (ribbon required, e.g., Zebra ZT230, Datamax M-Class). The two label types are not interchangeable &mdash; a thermal-transfer label will not print correctly in a direct-thermal printer and vice versa. Temperature and Chemical Exposure Direct-thermal label coatings degrade above approximately 50&ndash;60 &deg;C and with prolonged UV exposure, limiting their use to room-temperature and short-term cold storage applications. Thermal-transfer labels with a resin ribbon produce output resistant to temperatures up to +100 &deg;C, ethanol, xylene, and sanitizing wipes &mdash; required for autoclave tracking, histology, and GLP-regulated sample management. Container and Size Match Label dimensions must match the printable area of the label and the geometry of the container. Common lab thermal label widths are 0.5&ndash;2 inches; lengths are 0.25&ndash;3 inches. Verify dimensions against the container's flat-printable surface, accounting for any wrap-around on curved vials. Roll Core and Printer Compatibility Standard roll cores are 1-inch inner diameter for compact desktop printers; 3-inch cores fit high-volume industrial label printers. Confirm the printer's maximum roll diameter and label width capability before selecting roll format. Material: Paper vs. Polyester Paper-based thermal labels cost less and are suitable for ambient-temperature, short-duration applications (reagent dating, sample intake). Polyester thermal labels are moisture-resistant, more tear-resistant, and rated for demanding environments including freezers and chemical splash &mdash; specified for long-term specimen tracking and any application where label durability is a safety or compliance requirement. 
<h2 dir="ltr"> Specifications Context</h2>
 Direct-thermal label paper weight is typically 58&ndash;80 g/m&sup2;; polyester variants are 50&ndash;100 &micro;m thick. Standard roll dimensions are 2.25 inches &times; 1.25 inches (common for specimen tubes) and 4 inches &times; 6 inches (common for shipping and larger specimen bags). Print resolution for lab barcode labels should be 300 dpi for 1D/2D barcodes on labels smaller than 1 inch &times; 0.5 inch &mdash; 203 dpi produces legible output on larger-format labels.&nbsp;
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LTC-38X19-Group-Cryogenic and Cold Storage Labels Brochure

Direct Thermal Label Roll for Large Tubes, Racks & Boxes

LTC-38X19 by Globe Scientific is a 38 x 19 mm direct thermal cryogenic label roll rated from -196&#176;C to +80&#176;C for use on large laboratory tubes, racks, and cryogenic storage boxes. Labels are write-on and direct thermal printer-compatible, with smudge-resistant surfaces and cryogenic-grade adhesive that withstands liquid nitrogen and -80&#176;C freezer storage. Available in multiple colors; 750 labels per roll. Order at mbpinc.net or email customerservice@mbpinc.net.

Manufacture

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x19mm, for Large Vials and Tubes, Blue, ROLL/750

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x19mm, for Large Vials and Tubes, Orange, ROLL/750

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 51x19mm, for Large Tubes, Racks and Boxes, Blue, ROLL/500

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 51x19mm, for Large Tubes, Racks and Boxes, Orange, ROLL/500

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x19mm, for Large Vials and Tubes, Green, ROLL/750

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x19mm, for Large Vials and Tubes, Red, ROLL/750

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x19mm, for Large Vials and Tubes, White, ROLL/750

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x19mm, for Large Vials and Tubes, Yellow, ROLL/750

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 43x19mm, for Large Tubes, White, ROLL/500

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 51x19mm, for Large Tubes, Racks and Boxes, Green, ROLL/500

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 51x19mm, for Large Tubes, Racks and Boxes, Red, ROLL/500

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 51x19mm, for Large Tubes, Racks and Boxes, White, ROLL/500

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 51x19mm, for Large Tubes, Racks and Boxes, Yellow, ROLL/500

LTC-95-Cryogenic and Cold Storage Labels Brochure

Direct Thermal Label Roll for Large Tubes, Racks &amp; Boxes (LTC-95) – cold-temperature adhesive rated to −196 °C. Direct thermal printing, no ink or ribbon required. Writeable surface. Designed for 50 mL conical tubes, freezer boxes, and storage racks. Made in the USA by Globe Scientific.

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 9.5mm Dots, for 1.5mL Tubes, Blue, ROLL/4000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 9.5mm Dots, for 1.5mL Tubes, Orange, ROLL/4000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 9.5mm Dots, for 1.5mL Tubes, Green, ROLL/4000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 9.5mm Dots, for 1.5mL Tubes, Red, ROLL/4000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 9.5mm Dots, for 1.5mL Tubes, White, ROLL/4000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 9.5mm Dots, for 1.5mL Tubes, White, ROLL/1000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 9.5mm Dots, for 1.5mL Tubes, Yellow, ROLL/4000

LTC-dots-group-Cryogenic and Cold Storage Labels Brochure

Direct Thermal Label Rolls - Dots for Tubes

LTC-dots by Globe Scientific is a direct thermal cryogenic dot label roll for tube cap identification: 13 mm diameter dots, 4,000 per roll, rated to -196&#176;C. Compatible with direct thermal printers (no ribbon) and write-on with permanent markers. Sized for 2.0 mL cryovial caps. Available in Blue, Green, Orange, Red, Yellow, and White. Made in USA. Order at mbpinc.net or email customerservice@mbpinc.net.

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 13mm Dots, for 2.0mL Tubes, Blue, ROLL/4000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 13mm Dots, for 2.0mL Tubes, Orange, ROLL/4000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 13mm Dots, for 2.0mL Tubes, Green, ROLL/4000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 13mm Dots, for 2.0mL Tubes, Red, ROLL/4000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 13mm Dots, for 2.0mL Tubes, White, ROLL/4000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 13mm Dots, for 2.0mL Tubes, Yellow, ROLL/4000

LTC-24X13-95-Group-Cryogenic and Cold Storage Labels Brochure

Direct Thermal Label/Dot Combo for 1.5mL Tubes

LTC-24X13-95 by Globe Scientific is a direct thermal cryogenic label and dot combo roll for 1.5 mL microcentrifuge tubes: a 24 x 13 mm body label and a 9.5 mm cap dot per tube, rated from -196&#176;C to +80&#176;C. Adhesive is formulated for liquid nitrogen and -80&#176;C freezer storage. Write-on and direct thermal printer-compatible; available in Yellow, Blue, Green, Natural, Red, and White. Order at mbpinc.net or contact customerservice@mbpinc.net.

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 24x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 1.5mL Tubes, Blue, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 24x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 1.5mL Tubes, Orange, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 24x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 1.5mL Tubes, Green, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 24x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 1.5mL Tubes, Red, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 24x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 1.5mL Tubes, White, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 24x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 1.5mL Tubes, Yellow, Box/500

LTC-33X13-95-Group-Cryogenic and Cold Storage Labels Brochure

Direct Thermal Label/Dot Combo for 2.0mL Tubes

LTC-33X13-95 by Globe Scientific is a direct thermal cryo combo label for 2.0 mL tubes: a 33 × 13 mm body label paired with a 9.5 mm cap dot on one roll, rated to –196°C. Available in six colors; compatible with direct thermal printers and write-on cryogenic markers for LIMS-integrated sample tracking.

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 33x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 2.0mL Tubes, Blue, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 33x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 2.0mL Tubes, Orange, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 2.0mL Tubes, Blue, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x13mm & 9.5mm, Dot for 2.0mL Tubes, Orange, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 33x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 2.0mL Tubes, Green, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 33x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 2.0mL Tubes, Red, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 33x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 2.0mL Tubes, White, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 33x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 2.0mL Tubes, Yellow, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x13mm & 9.5mm, Dot for 2.0mL Tubes, Green, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x13mm & 9.5mm, Dot for 2.0mL Tubes, Red, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 2.0mL Tubes, White, Box/500

Label/Dot Combo Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x13mm & 9.5mm Dot, for 2.0mL Tubes, Yellow, Box/500

LTC-51X6W-Cryogenic and Cold Storage Labels Brochure

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 51x6mm, for Microplates, White, ROLL/1000

Label Roll Cryo Direct Thermal 51×6 mm Microplates (LTC-51X6W) – precisely sized for microplate side walls (96-well, 384-well, deep-well). Cold-temperature adhesive rated to −80 °C and below. Direct thermal printing, no ink or ribbon. White label for high-contrast 1D/2D barcode scanning. Made in USA by Globe Scientific.

Thermometer Strips

112214 by Globe Scientific are self-adhesive liquid crystal thermometer strips that display specimen temperature in both Fahrenheit (90°F–100°F) and Celsius (32°C–38°C). Designed for immediate attachment to urine collection cups and drug-testing containers to verify specimen validity at point of collection. Available in bags of 500.

Thermometer Strips, Graduated in both Fahrenheit (90-100°) and Celsius (32-38°), BAG/500

Thermometer Strips, Graduated in both Fahrenheit (90-100°) and Celsius (32-38°), CS/4000

Direct Thermal Label Rolls for Cryogenic Vials

Direct Thermal Cryogenic Label Rolls (LTC-27X13) &ndash; 27 &times; 13 mm, 1,000 labels per roll. Special cold-temperature adhesive rated to &minus;196 &deg;C (&minus;311 &deg;F). Direct thermal printing, no ink or ribbon needed. Smudge-resistant, writeable surface. Available in Blue, Green, Orange, Red, and White. Made in the USA. Printing instructions and template included.

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 27x13mm, for Cryogenic Vials, Blue, ROLL/1000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 27x13mm, for Cryogenic Vials, Orange, ROLL/1000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x13mm, for Cryogenic Vials, Blue, ROLL/750

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x13mm, for Cryogenic Vials, Orange, ROLL/750

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 27x13mm, for Cryogenic Vials, Green, ROLL/1000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 27x13mm, for Cryogenic Vials, Red, ROLL/1000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 27x13mm, for Cryogenic Vials, White, ROLL/1000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 27x13mm, for Cryogenic Vials, Yellow, ROLL/1000

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x13mm, for Cryogenic Vials, Green, ROLL/750

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x13mm, for Cryogenic Vials, Red, ROLL/750

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x13mm, for Cryogenic Vials, White, ROLL/750

Label Roll, Cryo, Direct Thermal, 38x13mm, for Cryogenic Vials, Yellow, ROLL/750

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