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Extensive DK Label Tests
Brother DK film, paper and 2-colour paper labels were tested for their legibility in various chemicals and water.
Water and chemical resistance tests were conducted in two stages:
Stage 1: The water and chemical submersion test
Stage 2: The water and chemical abrasion test
Water and Chemical Resistance Test
Stage 1: Water and Chemical Submersion Test Procedure
To test Brother DK film, paper and 2-colour paper labels against the effects of water and chemicals, the labels were attached
to glass slides and immersed in a variety of liquids for 2 hours.
Water and Chemical Submersion Test Results
The labels most resistant to submersion in the chemicals tested were the DK film labels. However, in general none of the
labels should be submerged in highly volatile chemicals, such as acetone and ethyl acetate. In general, we recommend the
use of durable TZe laminated labels should labels be subjected to chemicals.
Water
Hexane
Mineral Spirit
0.1N Sodium Hydroxide
0.1N Hydrochloric Acid
Toluene
Solution
DK Film DK paper DK 2-colour paper
Ethanol
Acetone
Ethyl Acetate
= No noticeable change
= Slight discolouration, but legible
= Illegible