Direct Thermal Labels
Ribbon-free labels for fast, cost-effective printing in shipping, retail and logistics.
Direct thermal shipping labels in the standard Royal Mail format, designed for Click & Drop (formerly Despatch Manager Online / DMO). A reliable, cost-effective choice for e-commerce despatch, fulfilment operations and busy mailrooms.
Specification highlights:
These labels are made to match the standard Royal Mail shipping format used in Click & Drop (formerly Despatch Manager Online / DMO). If you’re moving away from Royal Mail’s own supplies, the priority is simple: correct size, clean perforation and reliable barcode print performance.
What you’re getting as standard:
Tell us your printer model and typical weekly volume and we’ll recommend a sensible roll configuration and supply format.
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Most Click & Drop users rely on compact desktop printers for daily despatch — models from manufacturers such as Zebra and Citizen that are built for speed, reliability and ease of use.
Our Royal Mail format labels are manufactured specifically with these printers in mind. They load easily, feed cleanly and produce consistent barcode and address print without adjustment or trial-and-error.
What this means in practice:
If you’re replacing Royal Mail’s own labels, we’ll make sure your new rolls behave the same way in your printer — just with a more flexible, long-term supply.
Unsure about your printer model? Tell us what you’re using and we’ll confirm compatibility.
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These Royal Mail format shipping labels are supplied on direct thermal paper — the standard material used for Click & Drop despatch. There’s no ribbon, no ink and nothing to configure: just load the roll and print.
For the vast majority of shipping applications, this is exactly what you want. It’s reliable, economical and optimised for short-to-medium life use on parcels, poly mailers and cartons.
Why this material makes sense for shipping:
In short: this is the same type of label most businesses already use for shipping — just supplied in the correct format, with a consistent quality you can rely on.
If you ever need something outside the standard specification (for example, enhanced durability or compliance-driven materials), we can also manufacture alternative constructions on request.
Get a QuoteShipping labels only do their job if they print cleanly and scan first time. Our Royal Mail format direct thermal labels are manufactured for consistent contrast, sharp edges and dependable barcode performance across automated sorting and delivery networks.
What this means for your despatch:
In short: your parcels move through the system smoothly, without re-labelling or scanning issues.
A: Yes. These labels are supplied in the standard Royal Mail shipping format: 101.6 × 152.4 mm (4″ × 6″), with clean perforations for easy tear-off. They are designed as a direct replacement for Click & Drop despatch labels.
A: Yes — these labels are designed for the type of desktop printers most small and mid-sized shippers already use, including models from manufacturers such as Zebra and Citizen. If you’re unsure about your model, just let us know and we’ll confirm compatibility.
A: No. These are direct thermal labels, so there is no ribbon, ink or toner required. You simply load the roll and print.
A: Yes. While they are designed for Royal Mail’s Click & Drop format, these 4″ × 6″ shipping labels are widely used across courier networks for address and barcode labelling.
A: Our standard material is a cost-effective direct thermal paper for everyday shipping. For customers with specific compliance or handling requirements, we can also supply a top-coated direct thermal option produced without BPA, BPS or phenol-based chemistry. Just ask if you need this option.
A: Yes. If you’re replacing Royal Mail’s own labels or another supplier, we can match your existing roll format so your printer behaves exactly as it does now. Simply tell us your printer model.
Still have questions? Contact us and we’ll be happy to help.