How well does Brady B-569 adhere to stainless steel, powder coat, and plastic surfaces?

Brady B-569 uses a permanent pressure sensitive acrylic 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-569?

The official manufacturer-recommended thermal transfer ribbon for Brady B-569 is Brady Series R4300, R6000 Halogen-Free, or R6200 resin ribbons. 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 (M510, M610, and M710) depending on the SKU form factor.

How does Brady B-569 withstand industrial chemicals, solvents, and fuels?

Brady B-569 resists common industrial reagents including lubricating oils, water, mild acids, and aliphatic solvents.

Is Brady B-569 UL Recognized, CSA Accepted, or Halogen-Free?

Brady B-569 meets RoHS 2011/65/EU and REACH (SVHC) directives.

What surface preparation is required before installing Brady B-569?

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-569: B-569 HIGH PERFORMANCE POLYESTER TAPE

Q: What are the primary industrial applications for Brady B-569 (B-569 HIGH PERFORMANCE POLYESTER TAPE)?

Brady B-569 is a high-performance Industrial substrate designed specifically for rating plates, asset tags, and industrial equipment identification. It features a permanent pressure sensitive acrylic engineered for long-term industrial reliability in environments requiring -40°C to 100°C (-40°F to 212°F) performance.

Q: What is the continuous operating temperature range for Brady B-569?

Brady B-569 is rated for continuous service temperatures from -40°C to 100°C (-40°F to 212°F). It has a verified outdoor weathering durability rating of up to 5 years under direct UV and solar exposure. In laboratory heat-aging tests, it maintains dimensional stability and barcode contrast across broad thermal cycles.

Brady B-569 is a polyester label stock with permanent pressure sensitive acrylic adhesive designed for use in harsh environments such as the Pulp and Paper Industry.

Material Composition

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Adhesive System

permanent pressure sensitive acrylic

Operating Temperature

-40°C to 100°C (-40°F to 212°F)

Total Thickness

3 mils (0.076 mm)

Facility & Pipe Marker

B-569 Application & Installation Blueprint

All-Weather Industrial Vinyl & Pipe Marker • Physical application tolerances and surface engineering

Industrial Fit Certified

Installed in real-world industrial environment

Pipe Marker & Surface Adhesion Procedure

1Clean pipe or tank surface with 70% IPA to remove oils, dust, and grease.

2Orient directional flow arrow in accordance with ANSI/ASME A13.1 piping standards.

3Apply vinyl with firm squeegee pressure from center outwards to ensure full acrylic wet-out on curved metal.

Engineering Tolerance: 8–10 Year Outdoor Durability. High-tack adhesive conforms to pipes down to 0.5" OD and rough vessels.

Substrate Compatibility & Adhesion Matrix

Galvanized & Stainless Steel Piping

High Tack (5/5)

Powder-Coated Steel Tanks

High Tack (5/5)

Fiberglass & Structural Steel

High Tack (4.8/5)

PVC & Conduit Piping

High Tack (5/5)

Tested Environmental Survivability

8–10 Year UV SunlightWashdown & Salt SprayChemical Reagents & Acids-40°F to 180°F Outdoor Temp

Recommended Field & Shop Tools:

i3300 / BBP37 Sign PrinterM710 Handheld PrinterFelt Squeegee Roller

Orderable Part Numbers, Packaging & Distributor SKUs

Official Brady SKUs, roll dimensions, package quantities, list pricing, Grainger part numbers, and printer compatibility for B-569.

Popular B-569 Formats

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

#1 Popular Choice

Standard Part

76598

4 in W x 100 ft L

Roll of 100 Feet

Roll / Pack Total:$538.99 USD

Normalized Unit Cost:$5.39/ft

Material Area Cost:$0.11/sq in

Supported Hardware:

GlobalMark

Grainger

#2 Standard Format

Standard Part

76602

4 in W x 100 ft L

Roll of 100 Feet

Roll / Pack Total:$538.99 USD

Normalized Unit Cost:$5.39/ft

Material Area Cost:$0.11/sq in

Supported Hardware:

GlobalMark

Grainger

#3 High Capacity

Standard Part

76606

4 in W x 100 ft L

Roll of 100 Feet

Roll / Pack Total:$538.99 USD

Normalized Unit Cost:$5.39/ft

Material Area Cost:$0.11/sq in

Supported Hardware:

GlobalMark

Grainger

All 168 Orderable Part Numbers

Pricing: $106.99 – $538.99 USD

Catalog SKU	Dimensions	Packaging / Qty	List Price & Unit Cost	Order MOQ	Compatible Printers
76598 UPC: 754473765989	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	GlobalMark
76602 UPC: 754473766023	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	GlobalMark
76606 UPC: 754473766061	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	GlobalMark
76610 UPC: 754473766108	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	GlobalMark
76614 UPC: 754473766146	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	GlobalMark
76619 UPC: 754473766191	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 CTR Standard Order	GlobalMark
76623 UPC: 754473766238	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	GlobalMark
76627 UPC: 754473766276	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	GlobalMark
76631 UPC: 754473766313	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	GlobalMark
76635 UPC: 754473766351	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	GlobalMark
76639 UPC: 754473766399	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	GlobalMark
76643 UPC: 754473766436	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	GlobalMark
76647 UPC: 754473766474	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	GlobalMark
76651 UPC: 754473766511	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	GlobalMark
97738 UPC: 754473977382	4 in W x 100 ft L	Roll of 100 Feet	$538.99 USD $5.39/ft ($0.45/in) $0.11/sq in	1 ROL Standard Order	GlobalMark

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Quality Assurance, Storage & Regulatory Compliance

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

Shelf Life & Warehouse Storage

Expected Shelf Life: 1 Year 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 100°C (-40°F to 212°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	3 mils (0.003 in)	0.076 mm

Thermal Transfer Ribbon Compatibility

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

Recommended Thermal Transfer

Non-printable hardware, tag, or pre-printed material.

* 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
30% Sulfuric Acid	Tested	Tested
10% Sulfuric Acid	Tested	Tested
30% HCI	Tested	Tested
10% HCI	Tested	Tested
50% NaOH	Tested	Tested
10% NaOH	Tested	Tested
Methyl Ethyl Ketone	Tested	Tested
Acetone	Tested	Tested
1,1,1-Trichloroethane	Tested	Tested
Methanol	Tested	Tested
IPA (Isopropanol)	Tested	Tested
ASTM #3 Oil	Tested	Tested
SAE 20 Oil	Tested	Tested
Alconox®	Tested	Tested
Toluene	Tested	Tested
Mineral Spirits	Tested	Tested
Glacial Acetic Acid	Tested	Tested
5% Acetic Acid	Tested	Tested
Diesel Fuel	Tested	Tested
Heptane	Tested	Tested
Cellosolve Acetate	Tested	Tested
Conc. Ammonia	Tested	Tested
10% Ammonia	Tested	Tested
Turpentine	Tested	Tested
Kerosene	Tested	Tested
Water	Tested	Tested
Gasoline	Tested	Tested

Environmental & Aging Durability Testing

Environmental Exposure Condition	Observation & Legibility Result
Service temperature	-40 to 100 °C

Verified Target Applications & Use Cases

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

Brady B-569 Frequently Asked Questions & Engineering Guide

Verified technical answers on physical adhesion, temperature thresholds, ribbon pairings, and replacement standards for B-569.

Brady B-569 is a high-performance Industrial substrate designed specifically for rating plates, asset tags, and industrial equipment identification. It features a permanent pressure sensitive acrylic engineered for long-term industrial reliability in environments requiring -40°C to 100°C (-40°F to 212°F) performance.

Brady B-569 is rated for continuous service temperatures from -40°C to 100°C (-40°F to 212°F). It has a verified outdoor weathering durability rating of up to 5 years under direct UV and solar exposure. In laboratory heat-aging tests, it maintains dimensional stability and barcode contrast across broad thermal cycles.

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