How well does Brady B-109 adhere to stainless steel, powder coat, and plastic surfaces?

Brady B-109 uses a Specialty adhesive adhesive. For optimum bond strength, surfaces should be cleaned with an isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipe and allowed to dwell for 24 hours prior to full chemical or mechanical stress.

Which thermal transfer ribbons and Brady printers are compatible with B-109?

The official manufacturer-recommended thermal transfer ribbon for Brady B-109 is R4300, R6200. Using the recommended resin or hybrid ribbon ensures crisp edge definition, high-density 2D DataMatrix scanning, and compliance with abrasion rub standards. Compatible Brady printers include benchtop industrial systems (i3300, i5100, i7100, BBP33) as well as rugged portable field printers (M210, M211, M510, M610, and M710) depending on the SKU form factor.

How does Brady B-109 withstand industrial chemicals, solvents, and fuels?

Brady B-109 resists common industrial reagents including lubricating oils, water, mild acids, and aliphatic solvents.

Is Brady B-109 UL Recognized, CSA Accepted, or Halogen-Free?

Brady B-109 meets RoHS 2011/65/EU and REACH (SVHC) directives.

What surface preparation is required before installing Brady B-109?

To achieve maximum bond strength, ensure the bonding substrate is clean, dry, and free of machining oils, silicone mold release agents, or dust. Wipe the surface with a 50/50 Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) and water solution using a lint-free wipe, allow to evaporate completely, and apply firm, uniform roller or thumb pressure across the entire label face.

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Brady B-109: TAG

Q: What are the primary industrial applications for Brady B-109 (TAG)?

Brady B-109 is a high-performance Cross laminated polyethylene film tag designed specifically for rating plates, asset tags, and industrial equipment identification. It features a Specialty adhesive engineered for long-term industrial reliability in environments requiring -40°C to 90°C (-40°F to 194°F) performance.

Q: What is the continuous operating temperature range for Brady B-109?

Brady B-109 is rated for continuous service temperatures from -40°C to 90°C (-40°F to 194°F). In laboratory heat-aging tests, it maintains dimensional stability and barcode contrast across broad thermal cycles.

B-109 is a cross laminated polyethylene film tag suitable for various identification applications, with excellent tear resistance and service temperatures ranging from -40°C to 90°C.

Material Composition

Cross laminated polyethylene film tag

Adhesive System

Non-Adhesive

Operating Temperature

-40°C to 90°C (-40°F to 194°F)

Total Thickness

8.5 mils (0.216 mm)

Industrial Safety & Asset Marker

B-109 Application & Installation Blueprint

Heavy-Duty Industrial Safety & Identification Marker • Physical application tolerances and surface engineering

Industrial Fit Certified

Installed in real-world industrial environment

Standard Industrial Marking Procedure

1Ensure application surface is dry and free of loose particulate or heavy oil.

2Peel and apply with steady firm pressure from center to edge.

3Allow 24 hours for ultimate cross-linked adhesion strength.

Engineering Tolerance: Engineered to withstand standard industrial plant environmental conditions and indoor/outdoor temperature swings.

Substrate Compatibility & Adhesion Matrix

Smooth Metals & Stainless Steel

Standard Bond (5/5)

Rigid Thermoplastics & ABS

Standard Bond (4.8/5)

Painted Metal Cabinets

Standard Bond (4.8/5)

Glass & Smooth Composite

Standard Bond (4.8/5)

Tested Environmental Survivability

Industrial Plant Temperature SwingsDust, Grease & Mild FluidsStandard Abrasion & RubbingLong-Term Legend Legibility

Recommended Field & Shop Tools:

i3300 / i5100 Benchtop PrinterM210 / M610 Handheld ToolStandard Thermal Ribbon

Orderable Part Numbers, Packaging & Distributor SKUs

Official Brady SKUs, roll dimensions, package quantities, list pricing, Grainger part numbers, and printer compatibility for B-109.

Popular B-109 Formats

Standard industrial rolls and die-cut sizes with unit cost breakdown

#1 Popular Choice

Standard Part

BM-12-109

3 in H x 0.758 in W

Roll of 1000 Tags

Roll / Pack Total:$388.99 USD

Normalized Unit Cost:$0.39/label

Material Area Cost:$0.17/sq in

Supported Hardware:

M610M611M710

Grainger

#2 Standard Format

Standard Part

M6-12-109

3 in H x 0.758 in W

Roll of 100 Tags

Roll / Pack Total:$54.99 USD

Normalized Unit Cost:$0.55/label

Material Area Cost:$0.24/sq in

Supported Hardware:

M610M611M710 (with media adapter)

Grainger

#3 High Capacity

Standard Part

M5-12-109

0.75 in H x 3 in W

Cartridge of 80 Tags

Roll / Pack Total:$40.59 USD

Normalized Unit Cost:$0.51/label

Material Area Cost:$0.23/sq in

Supported Hardware:

M510M511

Grainger

All 13 Orderable Part Numbers

Pricing: $33.49 – $388.99 USD

Catalog SKU	Dimensions	Packaging / Qty	List Price & Unit Cost	Order MOQ	Compatible Printers
BM-12-109Popular UPC: 888434590720	3 in H x 0.758 in W	Roll of 1000 Tags	$388.99 USD $0.39/label ($38.90/100) $0.17/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	M610M611+1
M6-12-109Popular UPC: 888434600009	3 in H x 0.758 in W	Roll of 100 Tags	$54.99 USD $0.55/label ($54.99/100) $0.24/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	M610M611+1
M5-12-109Popular UPC: 888434592779	0.75 in H x 3 in W	Cartridge of 80 Tags	$40.59 USD $0.51/label ($50.74/100) $0.23/sq in	1 CTR Standard Order	M510M511
THT-33-109-0.5Popular UPC: 662820204992	6 in H x 3 in W	Roll of 500 Tags	$296.99 USD $0.59/label ($59.40/100) $0.03/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	BBP11BBP12+7
M7-12-109Popular UPC: 888434590546	3 in H x 0.758 in W	Roll of 100 Tags	$51.99 USD $0.52/label ($51.99/100) $0.23/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	M710
M21-224-109Popular UPC: 888434635254	0.84 in W x 16 ft L	Cartridge of 16 Feet	$33.49 USD $2.09/ft ($0.17/in) $0.21/sq in	1 CTR Standard Order	M210M210-LAB+1
M5-22-109 UPC: 888434641019	3 in H x 1 in W	Cartridge of 180 Tags	$46.59 USD $0.26/label ($25.88/100) $0.09/sq in	1 CTR Standard Order	M510M511
M4-61-109 UPC: 888434641002	2 in H x 0.5 in W	Cartridge of 180 Tags	$43.59 USD $0.24/label ($24.22/100) $0.24/sq in	1 CTR Standard Order	M510M511+1
M4-230-109 UPC: 888434643679	3 in H x 0.5 in W	Cartridge of 80 Tags	$35.69 USD $0.45/label ($44.61/100) $0.30/sq in	1 CTR Standard Order	M410M510+1
M6-36-109 UPC: 888434601044	1.125 in H x 1.75 in W	Roll of 250 Tags	$75.99 USD $0.30/label ($30.40/100) $0.15/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	M610M611+1
M7-36-109 UPC: 888434589595	1.125 in H x 1.75 in W	Roll of 250 Tags	$81.99 USD $0.33/label ($32.80/100) $0.17/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	M710
M4-230-109-YL UPC: 888434667248	3 in H x 0.5 in W	Cartridge of 80 Tags	$35.69 USD $0.45/label ($44.61/100) $0.30/sq in	1 CTR Standard Order	M510M511+1
BT-109-WT-2037 UPC: 662820631286	4 in H x 3.75 in W	Pack of 100 Tags	$100.99 USD $1.01/label ($100.99/100) $0.07/sq in	1 PAK Standard Order	Dot Matrix Printers

Quality Assurance, Storage & Regulatory Compliance

Standardized engineering guidelines for warehouse storage, application temperature, and agency certifications.

Shelf Life & Warehouse Storage

Expected Shelf Life: 2 Years from receipt

Storage Temperature: Below 80°F (27°C)

Relative Humidity: ≤ 60% RH

Must be stored in original packaging in a climate-controlled warehouse.

Application vs Service Limits

Min Application Temp: 50°F (10°C)

Service Temp Range: -40°C to 90°C (-40°F to 194°F)

Full Cure / Dwell Time: 24 Hours (ASTM D1000)

Clean surface of oil/grease before bonding for maximum peel strength.

Agency Testing & File Directories

UL 969 / 2238: Non-approved variant

UL Directory

CSA C22.2: Not certified

CSA Directory

Environmental & Safety Standards

RoHS 3 Compliance:2011/65/EU (Pass 2015/863)

REACH Status:SVHC Free (<0.1% w/w)

CA Prop 65:Compliant Notice

Certificates of Conformance (CoC) available on order shipment.

ASTM Physical & Mechanical Properties

Standardized laboratory test data measured in accordance with ASTM D 1000, ASTM D 2979, and ASTM D 2671.

Physical Property	Test Method	Standard Test Units (US)	Metric Units (SI)
Total Thickness	ASTM D 1000	8.5 mils (0.009 in)	0.216 mm
Dielectric Breakdown	ASTM D 1000 / ASTM D 2671	500 Volts/mil	—

Thermal Transfer Ribbon Compatibility

Official Brady recommended ribbons engineered for maximum contrast, smear resistance, and UL certification compliance.

Recommended Thermal Transfer

Series R4300

Series R6200

* Note: Testing print permanence with official Brady ribbons is required to maintain UL/CSA agency certification on printed labels.

Chemical & Solvent Resistance Matrix

Standardized dip and rub immersion test observations across industrial fuels, oils, solvents, and cleaners.

Tested per ASTM D 895 / Brady standard dip & rub immersion.

Chemical Reagent / Solvent	Substrate / Adhesive Effect	Thermal Ribbon Permanence
Methyl Ethyl Ketone	complete print removal with rub	complete print removal with rub
Toluene	complete print removal with rub	complete print removal with rub
Isopropyl Alcohol	slight print fade with rub	slight print fade with rub
Mineral Spirits	slight print fade with rub	slight print fade with rub
JP-8 Jet Fuel	slight print smear with rub	slight print smear with rub
ASTM #3 Oil	no visible effect	no visible effect
Mil 5606 Oil	topcoat stained pink	topcoat stained pink
Skydrol 500B-4	complete print removal without rub	complete print removal without rub
Super Agitene	slight print smear with rub	slight print smear with rub
Deionized Water	no visible effect	no visible effect
3% Alconox Detergent	no visible effect	no visible effect
10% Sulfuric Acid Solution	no visible effect	no visible effect
10% Sodium Hydroxide Solution	slight print smear with rub	slight print smear with rub
Methyl Ethyl Ketone	Tested	Tested
Isopropyl Alcohol	Tested	Tested
Mineral Spirits	Tested	Tested
JP-8 Jet Fuel	Tested	Tested
ASTM #3 Oil	Tested	Tested
Mil 5606 Oil	Tested	Tested
Super Agitene®	Tested	Tested
Deionized Water	Tested	Tested
3% Alconox® Detergent	Tested	Tested
10% Sulfuric Acid Solution	Tested	Tested
10% Sodium Hydroxide Solution	Tested	Tested

Environmental & Aging Durability Testing

Environmental Exposure Condition	Observation & Legibility Result
Service temperature	-40 to 90 °C

Verified Target Applications & Use Cases

Industrial rating plates, asset identification, and electrical component labeling.

Brady B-109 Frequently Asked Questions & Engineering Guide

Verified technical answers on physical adhesion, temperature thresholds, ribbon pairings, and replacement standards for B-109.

Brady B-109 is a high-performance Cross laminated polyethylene film tag designed specifically for rating plates, asset tags, and industrial equipment identification. It features a Specialty adhesive engineered for long-term industrial reliability in environments requiring -40°C to 90°C (-40°F to 194°F) performance.

Brady B-109 is rated for continuous service temperatures from -40°C to 90°C (-40°F to 194°F). In laboratory heat-aging tests, it maintains dimensional stability and barcode contrast across broad thermal cycles.

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