50.8 x 25.4 mm thermal labels are a compact and versatile option for product identification, barcodes and inventory control. Available in both direct thermal (BPA/BPS-free) and thermal transfer materials, they’re ideal where clear, space-efficient labelling is required.
Choose a common setup or build your own below. Each configuration can be tailored to labels/roll, roll OD, adhesive and presentation.
Direct Thermal
Paper · Permanent
76 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Direct Thermal
Paper · Permanent
25.4 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Direct Thermal
Paper · Removable
25.4 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Direct Thermal
Paper · Freezer-grade
76 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Thermal Transfer
Paper · Permanent
76 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Thermal Transfer
Paper · Permanent
25.4 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Thermal Transfer
Synthetic (PP/PE) · Resin ribbon
76 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Thermal Transfer
Tamper-evident stock · Permanent
76 mm core · Gap (die-cut)
Select the print method then add material, adhesive core size and sensing — then send it straight to the enquiry form.
Choose Direct Thermal (no ribbon) or Thermal Transfer (uses ribbon; more durable).
Choose the label material appropriate for your application.
Choose the adhesive appropriate for your material and application.
Choose the roll core to suit your printer.
Choose how your printer detects each label.
Choose a print method to begin…
Enquire now| Label size | 50.8 x 25.4 mm (2 x 1″) |
|---|---|
| Cores (ID) | 25 / 38 / 76 mm (standard) · 19 / 44 mm on request |
| Sensing | Gap (die-cut) or Black-mark |
| Typical printers |
Desktop (25 / 38 mm): Zebra GK / ZD series, TSC, Citizen, Toshiba Industrial (76 mm): Zebra ZT series & equivalents Portable (19 mm): belt / shoulder mobile units |
Not sure whether to choose Direct Thermal or Thermal Transfer? See our guides to Direct Thermal labels and Thermal Transfer labels, or ask us — happy to help.
A: DT Eco is BPA/BPS-free. DT Top-coated is BPA/BPS-free and phenol-free. If you specifically require phenol-free media, choose Top-coated DT (data sheets available on request).
A: Yes — pick the right core size: 19 mm (portable/hip printers), 25 mm or 38 mm (desktop models such as Zebra GK420D / ZD421), and 76 mm (industrial printers such as Zebra ZT series).
A: Direct Thermal paper isn’t waterproof. For moisture, abrasion or chemical resistance, choose Thermal Transfer synthetics (polypropylene or polyester) with a suitable wax-resin or resin ribbon.
A: Use Freezer-grade permanent for chilled or sub-zero environments, and Removable for easy peel on smooth surfaces (retail / short-term).
Compatibility: Freezer is offered with Top-coated DT and TT Paper; Removable is not available with TT Polyester or Tamper-evident materials.
A: Yes — we produce any size or custom shape. Use the enquiry form with your dimensions and we’ll quote quickly.
A: Tell us about your printer, environment and application in the enquiry form. We’ll recommend the right print method, material and adhesive.
