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Label Design Guidelines
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If zone coating is not used, we recommend a stripped edge matrix. The stripped edge matrix varies
with the type of face stock, liner, and adhesive materials. Refer to the following table for stripped
edge matrix guidelines. Measurements may vary ±0.5 mm.
Using cut sheet labels with adhesive applied to the edge of the sheet will contaminate your printer
and your cartridge and could void your printer and cartridge warranties.
When using pressure sensitive materials without zone coating, choose butt cut labels without any
stringers and with a stripped edge matrix. If a total strip matrix is in the design for the final product,
print before removing the matrix. If the matrix must be removed before printing, round all corners and
make sure adhesive is not exposed.
“Figure 3” on page 22 illustrates a recommended label design for Optra plus printers as well as the
4039, 4029 and 4019 laser printers. The Non-Print Area may vary, depending on the printer model.
Stripped Edge Matrix Guidelines
Face Type
Total Weight
of Label
Edge Matrix
Removal
Location of Strip
Paper
1
(Cut Sheet or
Dual Web)
140 - 180 g/m
2
1.6 mm (0.0625 in.)
1.6 mm (0.0625 in.)
215.9 mm (8.5 in.) at leading edge
279.4 mm (11.0 in.) at driver edge
Vinyl 265 - 300 g/m
2
3.0 mm (0.125 in.)
2
2.4 mm (0.094 in.)
215.9 mm (8.5 in.) at leading edge
279.4 mm (11.0 in.) at driver edge
Polyester
and other face
materials
Varies 3.0 mm (0.125 in.)
2
2.4 mm (0.094 in.)
215.9 mm (8.5 in.) at leading edge
279.4 mm (11.0 in.) at driver edge
1
Use a non-oozing adhesive.
2
Must be 1.6 mm (0.0625 in.) in some circumstances. See “Vinyl and Polyester Labels” on page 25.