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Brady R4700thermal_transfer_ribbon3 Orderable SKUs
Brady R4700: R4700 SERIES THERMAL TRANSFER RIBBON
Brady R4700 Series ribbon is a high-performance thermal transfer ribbon with excellent solvent and smear resistance, suitable for use in Brady benchtop printers under specific environmental conditions.
Material Composition
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Adhesive System
Non-Adhesive
Operating Temperature
5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
Total Thickness
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Industrial Safety & Asset Marker
R4700 Application & Installation Blueprint
Heavy-Duty Industrial Safety & Identification Marker • Physical application tolerances and surface engineering
Industrial Fit Certified
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 R4700.
Popular R4700 Formats
Standard industrial rolls and die-cut sizes with unit cost breakdown#1 Popular Choice
Standard Part
4.449 in H x 2.362 in W x 2.362 in D x 1 in Dia
Roll of 984 Feet
Roll / Pack Total:$266.99 USD
Normalized Unit Cost:$0.27/ft
Material Area Cost:$0.010/sq in
Supported Hardware:
BBP72BBP81i7100+4
#2 Standard Format
Standard Part
1.95 in H x 2.75 in W x 2.75 in D x 1 in Dia
Roll of 984 Feet
Roll / Pack Total:$97.99 USD
Normalized Unit Cost:$0.10/ft
Material Area Cost:$0.003/sq in
Supported Hardware:
BBP72BBP81i7100+4
All 3 Orderable Part Numbers
Pricing: $97.99 – $266.99 USD
| Catalog SKU | Dimensions | Packaging / Qty | List Price & Unit Cost | Order MOQ | Compatible Printers | Hardware & Related |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UPC: 754473930882 | 4.449 in H x 2.362 in W x 2.362 in D x 1 in Dia | Roll of 984 Feet | $266.99 USD $0.27/ft ($0.02/in) $0.010/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | BBP72BBP81+5 | |
UPC: 754473930868 | 1.95 in H x 2.75 in W x 2.75 in D x 1 in Dia | Roll of 984 Feet | $97.99 USD $0.10/ft ($0.008/in) $0.003/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | BBP72BBP81+5 | |
UPC: 754473930875 | 3.1 in H x 2.6 in W x 4.15 in D x 1 in Dia | Roll of 984 Feet | $201.99 USD $0.21/ft ($0.02/in) $0.007/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | BBP72BBP81+5 |
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: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°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: MH17154
UL DirectoryCSA C22.2: Not certified
CSA DirectoryHalogen-Free per DIN VDE 0472 Part 815
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.
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ASTM Physical & Mechanical Properties
Standardized laboratory test data measured in accordance with ASTM D 1000, ASTM D 2979, and ASTM D 2671.
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.
No standardized ASTM chemical dip/rub test data is published on the official Brady TDS for R4700.
Environmental & Aging Durability Testing
| Environmental Exposure Condition | Observation & Legibility Result |
|---|---|
| performance thermal transfer ribbon with excellent solvent and smear resistance, suitable for use in Brady benchtop printers under specific environmental conditions. ## Verified specifications - Service temperature | 5 to 35 °C |
Verified Target Applications & Use Cases
- Industrial rating plates, asset identification, and electrical component labeling.
Brady R4700 Frequently Asked Questions & Engineering Guide
Verified technical answers on physical adhesion, temperature thresholds, ribbon pairings, and replacement standards for R4700.
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