Lexicon
A
Adhesive Coating
A layer of glue that melts when heated to create a seal.
All-in-One Construction
A design where the extruded material also functions as the carrier, simplifying the application process.
C
Chemical Resistance
The ability of the material to withstand damage from chemicals.
Compression Set
The degree to which the material retains its shape after being compressed.
Cross-Linked Polyolefin
A type of plastic that has been chemically treated or irradiated to create its molecular strength and memory through shrinkage.
D
Double-Sided Format
A liner construction that allows printing on both sides of the wire markers.
E
Elongation at Break
The extent to which the material can be stretched before it breaks.
EN 45545-2
A European standard for fire safety in railway vehicles. HL3 is the highest hazard level.
F
Flame Retardancy
The material’s ability to resist catching fire.
Foam Carrier
A layer of foam that supports the label and allows it to conform to uneven surfaces.
G
Glassine Release Liner
A smooth paper backing that protects the adhesive before application.
L
Liner Construction
The carrier liner that carries the labels before application, made of paper or plastic.
Low Smoke
Releases minimal smoke when burned.
M
Mark Permanence
The durability of the printed information on the markers.
O
Operating Temperature
The range of temperatures the tubing can withstand without degrading.
P
Perforation
Small holes or cuts in the material that allow for easy separation.
Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive
An adhesive that bonds when pressure is applied, without heat.
S
Scoring option
Precision cutting of the markers into specific sizes. The scoring can be done with a perforation method or a full cut.
Scratch Resistance
The label's ability to resist being scratched or damaged by rough surfaces.
Self-Extinguishing
The material stops burning once the flame source is removed.
Shelf Life
The period during which the labels are expected to remain effective.
Shore Hardness
A measure of the material's hardness or resistance to indentation.
Shrink Ratio
The amount the tubing shrinks when heated; 2:1 means it shrinks to half its size.
Single-Sided Format
A liner construction that allows printing on one side of the markers, typically with full adhesive on the other side.
Smear & Scratch Resistance
The ability of the label to resist smudging and scratching.
Smudge Resistance
The label's ability to resist smearing or smudging when touched or exposed to moisture.
Solvent Resistance
The ability of the material to resist degradation when exposed to various solvents.
Storage Conditions
The recommended environment for storing the markers to maintain their quality.
T
Tensile Strength
The maximum stress the material can withstand while being stretched or pulled before breaking.
Thermal Transfer Printing
A printing method where heat is used to transfer ink onto the material.
Tolerance
The total amount by which a quantity is allowed to vary from nominal; thus, the tolerance is half the algebraic difference between the maximum and minimum limits.
U
UV Resistance
The ability of the label to withstand damage from ultraviolet light.
W
Wall Thickness
The thickness of the tubing wall.
