THERMAL TRANSFER PRINTERS FOR INDUSTRIAL CODING AND MARKING
High-resolution direct printing on your product
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From the entry-level model XL5000 to the largest thermal transfer printer NGT8e
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We have the right printing system for you
Many companies already rely on our labeling solutions
Are you looking for a printer for industrial application with high print quality? Then you've come to the right place: Diagraph's thermal transfer printers are considered the most reliable printers on the market and have been tried and tested for a long time. Produced in Germany, our TTO (Thermal Transfer Overprint) systems impress with the highest print quality, robustness and are easy to operate. You also save money as no labels are required.
Overview of our thermal transfer printers
Reliable, proven systems from Diagraph.
You can order the following thermal transfer printers from us - including thermal transfer ribbon and design software:
What is a thermal transfer printer?
Thermal transfer printers are printers that use ribbons and heat to transfer the ink to the medium. This creates a precise and consistent print image. The direct printers have been used successfully in many industrial productions for many years.
Our ALLEN XL5000 and ALLEN NGT series have proven themselves on the market and impress with their robustness and printing results - they offer incomparable quality.
Technology: How does a thermal transfer printer work?
In thermal transfer printing, the printers control the printing process using numerous small heating elements in the print head. The targeted heating of these thermal elements melts away parts of the ribbon at specific points, which adhere precisely to the materials to be printed on during the cooling process. This results in a clear, sharp print image with a long shelf life, as required in product marking, for example.
Thermal transfer printers in the industry
Direct printing using thermal transfer ribbon is often used in areas such as shipping, healthcare, pharmaceuticals and retail. In industry, the process is used for film, bag and sack labeling, for example. The printers make it possible to print a large amount of information in razor-sharp detail on very small areas. This information can consist of small texts, but the application of a QR code is of course also possible without any problems. Logos, texts, barcodes and variable data such as best-before dates or batch numbers are further applications. Thermal transfer printers are also suitable for textiles. The following table provides an example of the extensive range of applications for our products.
Thermal transfer printers - application examples
| Bereich/Branche | Beispiele |
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| Food labeling | Indication of ingredients on labels |
| Chemical industry | Labeling of chemical containers, warning signs, drum labels |
| Cosmetics industry/drugstore articles | Labeling of cosmetics packaging, drugstore articles, ingredient labels |
| Pharmaceutical industry | Labeling of pharmaceutical packaging, blisters, batch numbers |
Advantages of large character printers
Because thermal transfer printers are available with print heads of different sizes and very high resolution, their print quality is impressive. This means that even small results are not only very legible, but also sharp-edged and high-contrast. This useful feature is particularly relevant for the pharmaceutical industry. Technically, the resolution is specified in DPI (dots per inch); thermal transfer printers can achieve up to 650 DPI. For this reason, the printing of barcode labels is another main area of application. The use of a thermal transfer printer for labels prevents incorrect scans due to its high resolution.
Another advantage of the thermal transfer printer is its robustness. Because the label absorbs the color of the ribbon in thermal transfer printing, the prints are particularly durable. The resistance to heat, cold, light, moisture and abrasion can be optimized through the specific combination of ribbon and medium. This results in numerous possible applications, for example in the outdoor sector.
The technology is immediately ready for use and ensures a good, professional working speed overall.
The models are reliable and low-maintenance. Their short downtimes and comparatively low personnel requirements reduce costs. Both aspects contribute to an efficient, easily calculable printing process.
In summary, thermal transfer printers using foil ensure fast, high-quality, commercially viable and cost-effective printing.
Thermal transfer printer prints on plastic packaging
Thermal transfer printers are ideal for printing on film packaging. In the video shown here, you can see an example of how printing looks with the Diagraph Allen NGT4+ model.
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Thermal transfer printer by Diagraph - ALLEN NGT & XL SERIES
Diagraph's thermal transfer printers stand for precise, durable and flexible product marking in demanding industrial environments. With the powerful NGT2 and NGT4, the high-speed NGT6 and NGT8 models and the compact XL5000, Diagraph offers the right solution for every requirement - whether for packaging films, labels or industrial manufacturing processes.
Allen NGT 2 & NGT 4- FLEXIBLE AND PRECISE
The Allen NGT2 and NGT4 thermal transfer printers have been designed for maximum flexibility and efficiency in industrial applications. Thanks to their modular design, the printing systems can be optimally integrated into a wide range of machines and production environments.
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High print quality & speed
With a print resolution of 300 dpi, the NGT2+ and NGT4+ deliver razor-sharp text, barcodes and graphics - even with changing data and layouts. At the same time, the high printing speed ensures efficient production processes without compromising on quality.
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Flexible print widths & installation options
From 53 mm to 107 mm print width, available as intermittent or continuous models, suitable for any packaging machine.
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Simple operation & integration
Touch panel operation, Diagraph NextControl and compatibility with label software such as NiceLabel make the control system intuitive and versatile.
Allen NGT 6 & NGT 8 - For maximum printing speed
The Allen NGT 6 and NGT 8 models are specially designed for high-performance applications. They not only offer larger print areas, but also impressive print speeds - perfect for high-speed, high-output lines.
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Extra wide print area
The Allen NGT 8 supports a print width of up to 213 mm - ideal for large barcodes, graphics or multilingual product information.
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Highest printing speed
With up to 320 prints per minute (NGT 6) or 300 prints per minute (NGT 8) at 5 mm print height, these systems deliver perfect results even under full load.
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Robust construction for continuous use
Designed for continuous and intermittent operation - even under extreme production conditions - quality and performance remain consistently high.
Allen XL5000 - Compact, reliable, efficient
The Allen XL5000 is a compact thermal transfer printer that is ideal for production environments with limited space. Despite its space-saving design, it offers full industrial performance - reliable and easy to maintain.
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Extended ribbon capacity
Fewer interruptions in the production process thanks to longer ribbon lengths - ideal for long running times without operator intervention.
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Space-saving design
Thanks to its compact housing, the XL5000 can be easily integrated into existing lines - especially where space is at a premium.
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Modern touchscreen operation included
With the a:TouchLite panel, system status display, password protection and free a:design² label design software, the printer can be controlled intuitively and securely.
THAT SPEAKS FOR DIAGRAPH THERMAL TRANSFER PRINTERS
Diagraph's thermal transfer printers set new standards in industrial coding - with high precision, first-class print quality and maximum flexibility for a wide range of packaging solutions. Whether for serial numbers, barcodes or variable data - Diagraph offers durable and powerful systems for reliable use in production and logistics.
Print examples Diagraph thermal transfer printers
Diagraph's thermal transfer printers - including the Allen NGT 2/4, NGT 6/8 and XL5000 models - enable razor-sharp print images on a wide variety of packaging materials. Whether flexible film, labels or cardboard, they are ideal for variable data such as best-before dates, barcodes, batch codes or logos - directly on the packaging line.
Typical applications include product labels in the food and cosmetics industry, pharmaceutical serialization or shipping labels with high read reliability.
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY
The printer went into operation without any problems. After installation, the system was immediately ready for use.
The NGT2+ runs very robustly. There is no downtime except when changing the ribbon.
Philipp Tepper, Head of Stickpack Production at Hahn-Schickard, Freiburg
Frequently asked questions about thermal transfer printers
Do you have further questions? You can find more details here.
Is a thermal transfer printer the right printing system for my application?
If you want to print on a smooth material such as packaging film, a label or paper, the prerequisites for using a thermal transfer printer are met.
The thermal transfer printer is suitable for printing fixed data such as logos, text and barcodes, but also for variable data such as best-before dates, batch numbers, barcodes or texts. The change of data can go as far as the individual printing of individual products with serialized data.
Examples are prints on packaging films or labels.
