Thermal paper is a special type of paper produced with a special coating that helps with inkless printing. This is a type of special paper that changes color when exposed to heat without the use of traditional ink. By applying heat to the coating, a clear image can be created on the paper without the need for ribbon ink.
This infographic from Panda Paper Roll will introduce everything about thermal paper including how thermal paper is made, how to measure thermal paper roll size, and the BPA issue in the thermal paper.
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