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Rolls of 60 x 40 mm direct thermal and thermal transfer labels

60 x 40 mm Thermal Labels (2.36 x 1.57″)

60 x 40 mm thermal labels offer a versatile mid-size format widely used in retail, logistics and product identification. Available in direct thermal (BPA/BPS-free) and thermal transfer grades for sharp, durable print performance.

  • Retail — product and barcode labels
  • Warehousing — bin, tote and shelf identification
  • Logistics — parcel or returns labels
Build your spec

Configure your 60 x 40 mm labels

Select the print method then add material, adhesive core size and sensing — then send it straight to the enquiry form.

Print method

Choose Direct Thermal (no ribbon) or Thermal Transfer (uses ribbon; more durable).


Material

Choose the label material appropriate for your application.


Adhesive

Choose the adhesive appropriate for your material and application.


Core size

Choose the roll core to suit your printer.


Sensing

Choose how your printer detects each label.


Choose a print method to begin…

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Specifications

Technical specifications — 60 x 40 mm (2.36 x 1.57″) thermal labels

  • Size: 60 x 40 mm (2.36 x 1.57″) · Rectangle, rounded corners
  • Print methods: Direct Thermal (no ribbon); Thermal Transfer (wax / wax-resin / resin ribbons)
  • Materials: DT Eco, DT Top-coated; TT Paper, TT Polypropylene, TT Polyester, TT Tamper-evident
  • Adhesives: Permanent, Removable, Freezer-grade (see compatibility rules)
  • Cores (ID): 25 / 38 / 76 mm standard; 19 / 44 mm on request
  • Sensing / presentation: Gap (die-cut) standard; Black-mark option
  • Compliance: DT materials are BPA / BPS-free as standard. Top-coated grades are phenol-free.
  • Made in the UK · Compatible with leading Zebra, TSC, Toshiba & Citizen printers

Key technical table

Label size 60 x 40 mm (2.36 x 1.57″)
Shape Rectangle with rounded corners
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): mobile and handheld models

Material & adhesive compatibility rules

  • Freezer-grade adhesive is available on DT Top-coated and TT Paper only.
  • Removable adhesive is not available with TT Polyester or TT Tamper-evident materials.

Printer & core guidance

  • Portable (19 mm): mobile printers (on-site or handheld use)
  • Desktop (25 / 38 mm): Zebra GK420D / ZD421, TSC, Citizen, Toshiba
  • Industrial (76 mm): Zebra ZT220 / 230 / 410 series and equivalents

Unsure whether to choose Direct Thermal or Thermal Transfer? See our guides to Direct Thermal labels and Thermal Transfer labels — or ask us; we’re happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Are your direct thermal labels BPA/BPS-free and phenol-free? +

A: DT Eco is BPA/BPS-free. DT Top-coated is both BPA/BPS-free and phenol-free. If phenol-free compliance is required, select Top-coated DT.

Q2: Will these work with my printer? +

A: Yes — 60 x 40 mm labels are compatible with most desktop and portable printers, including Zebra GK420D / ZD421, TSC, Citizen, Toshiba and similar models. Choose the right core for your printer type.

Q3: Are 60 x 40 mm labels waterproof? +

A: Direct Thermal paper isn’t waterproof. For outdoor or demanding environments, select Thermal Transfer synthetics (polypropylene or polyester) with a wax-resin or resin ribbon.

Q4: Which adhesive should I choose for freezers or temporary use? +

A: Use Freezer-grade permanent for chilled or frozen storage, and Removable for short-term or repositionable labelling.
Compatibility: Freezer is available on Top-coated DT and TT Paper; Removable is not offered with TT Polyester or Tamper-evident materials.

Q5: Do you offer this label in other sizes? +

A: Yes — we also make 52 × 38 mm, 57 × 32 mm and 76 × 38 mm labels, plus custom sizes to your specification.

Q6: How do I know which label type to choose? +

A: Tell us about your printer and application — we’ll recommend the right material, adhesive and print method for your needs.

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