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Printer Setup
Types of Media
Types of Media
Brady strongly recommends the use of Brady-brand supplies for continuous high-quality
printing. A wide range of paper, polypropylene, polyester, and vinyl stock has been
specifically engineered to enhance the printing capabilities of the printer and to prevent
premature printhead wear. To view supplies, go to www.bradyid.com/bbp81.
Your printer can use various types of media:
• Standard media—Most standard media uses an adhesive backing that sticks individual
• Tag stock—Tags are usually made from a heavy paper. Tag stock does not have adhesive
• Permasleeve—Heat shrinkable tubing with permanent, legible identification options for
Table 7 on page 27
while fanfold media may be located outside of the printer.
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labels or a continuous length of labels to a liner.
or a liner, and it is typically perforated between tags.
wires and cables.
Important •
Transponder placement within a label depends on the transponder type and
the printer model. Make sure that you are using the correct "smart" media for your printer.
describes roll and fanfold media. Roll media is loaded into the printer
BBP81 User Manual
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