Zebra offers labels in both direct and thermal transfer. Zebra's thermal transfer labels offer more durable, long-lasting results with resistance to abrasion, moisture, and chemicals. Zebra's direct thermal labels offer an inexpensive way to print paper labels, providing excellent print quality and use in a multitude of general-purpose applications. Zebra's thermal transfer labels are available in paper or synthetic formats. Zebra's thermal transfer labels are available in paper or synthetic formats. Paper labels are inexpensive, yet offer excellent print quality and can be used in a multitude of general-purpose applications. Synthetic thermal transfer labels are durable, long lasting, and resistant to abrasion, moisture, heat, tearing, and chemicals. Thermal transfer technology utilizes a ribbon and matching tag stock material to transfer an image onto the label material. For the best solution with long life requirements or harsh environments, use with a Zebra ribbon. Z-Select 2000T A thermal transfer premium, top-coated, white, ultra smooth paper label, with a permanent acrylic adhesive. Designed to provide optimal image quality; ideal for high-speed printing applications where premium print quality is important Recommended for a wide range of applications including shipping, document tracking and healthcare.