See How Thermal Printing Works
Learn the step-by-step process of how a thermal image is produced on thermal paper.  Click here to begin.

Direct Thermal Technology
Direct thermal imaging technology uses a document media which contains the "ink" in a colorless form as a coating on the surface. Heat generated in the tiny printhead element transfers to the media and activates the ink to develop color. Direct thermal imaging uses a single consumable.

How Thermal Transfer Technology Works
Click Here to view an explanation of how an image is produced on thermal transfer paper.