38mm x 28mm Thermal Barcode Label Roll
Compact 38 mm x 28 mm direct thermal barcode label roll optimized for retail item price tags, inventory bin labeling, pharmacy prescription bottles, and small SKU asset tracking.
Compact Retail & Inventory Labeling Geometry
The 38 mm x 28 mm direct thermal label roll represents one of the most widely deployed label sizes across retail boutiques, grocery stores, pharmacies, and small-item warehouse operations. Its proportional aspect ratio provides ample horizontal width to accommodate a full 13-digit retail barcode (such as EAN-13, UPC-A, or Code 128) along with readable product pricing, SKU codes, and brand descriptions.
Because direct thermal printing activates without requiring an ink ribbon, checkout operators and warehouse workers can rapidly reload rolls in compact desktop printers (such as Zebra, TSC, and Xprinter) without dealing with ribbon wrinkling or mechanical jams.
38mm x 28mm Technical Label Specifications
| Property / Parameter | Specification Value |
|---|---|
| Label Width | 38 mm |
| Label Height | 28 mm |
| Print Method | Direct Thermal |
| Adhesive | Permanent pressure-sensitive adhesive |
| Gap Between Labels | Standard 2 mm to 3 mm die-cut gap |
| Core Diameter | Standard 25 mm (1 inch) desktop core or custom industrial |
| Perforation | Optional perforation between labels upon request |
Recommended Commercial Applications
Key SKU Advantages
Compact footprint fits neatly on small product packaging and vials
High barcode density supports standard 1D Code 128, EAN-13, and compact 2D DataMatrix/QR codes
High-contrast print reaction provides 100 percent first-time scan rate on handheld scanners
Clean die-cut edges eliminate label jamming and feed stalling
Packaging Standard
Rolls are shrink-wrapped in protective sleeves to prevent edge contamination and boxed in sturdy master cartons. Protected in protective sleeves to prevent edge dust contamination and maintain pressure-sensitive adhesive performance.
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38mm x 28mm Label FAQs
Specific technical guidance regarding 38x28mm barcode labels and desktop printer fit.