Features
Tape type	TZ
Product colour	Black
Country of origin	China
Logistics data
Pallet gross height	11.5 cm
Master (outer) cases per pallet	1 pc(s)
Layers per pallet	1 pc(s)
Master (outer) cases per pallet layer	1 pc(s)
Pallet gross weight	19 kg
Products per pallet	1 pc(s)
Harmonized System (HS) code	48219090
Other features
Tape size	1.2 cm
Technical details
Pallet type	800 x 1200 mm
Weight & dimensions
Tape length	8 m
Width	1000 mm
Depth	1000 mm
Height	1000 mm
Weight	479 g
Package weight	571 g

The Brother label tape cassette TZE231 is a consumable for label printers of the P-Touch series. It is used for creating labels on laminated adhesive tape and is specifically developed for use in Brother P-Touch printers. The tape has a width of 1.2 cm and a length of 8 m, with a black-on-white color scheme. The surface is glossy laminated, ensuring high resistance to abrasion, moisture, and UV light. The printing technology is based on Thermal Transfer, where the ink is transferred onto the tape by heat, resulting in sharp and durable labels.

Applications
This cassette is suitable for a wide range of applications in offices, industry, warehousing and logistics, as well as in manufacturing. It is commonly used for labeling cables, devices, enclosures, tools, packaging, and name tags. The durable lamination also makes the tape suitable for outdoor use, where it is resistant to weather influences.

Features and Equipment in Detail
The tape is supplied as a roll with a width of 1.2 cm, making it ideal for medium-sized labels. The length of 8 m allows for the creation of a large number of labels from a single cassette. The black-on-white color scheme provides high readability and contrast. The glossy lamination protects the label from dirt, moisture, and mechanical wear. The cassette is designed for use in Brother P-Touch printers equipped with thermal transfer printing technology.

Technology Explained Simply
The thermal transfer technology works by direct heat transfer from the printhead heating elements to the tape. The ink is transferred from the ribbon layer onto the adhesive tape, resulting in durable and clear labels. The lamination additionally protects the printed surface from external influences. The tape width of 1.2 cm ensures good readability while saving space. The length of 8 m ensures high cost-efficiency, as many labels can be created from one cassette.

Compatibility and Accessories
The label tape cassette TZE231 is developed for a wide range of Brother P-Touch printers, including models such as PT-1000, PT-1100, PT-1250, PT-1800, PT-2400, PT-2500, PT-9200, PT-9400, PT-9500, PT-9600, PT-9700, PT-9800, PT-210E, PT-2450, PT-550, PT-580C, PT-7100, PT-7500, PT-7600, PT-D200, PT-D200VP, PT-GL-100, PT-H100, PT-H105, PT-ST-5, and PT-R RL-700S. The cassette is not intended for use with other brands or models. There are no specific accessories that must be combined with this cassette.

Installation and Mounting
Installation is done by inserting the cassette into the printer, with the print side (ink side) facing down. Most Brother P-Touch printers automatically detect the tape width and type. The cassette is inserted into the printer until it reaches the correct position. The exact mounting instructions are provided in the user manual of the respective printer.

Operational Advantages
The cassette offers high print quality with sharp contours and good readability. The lamination ensures a long lifespan for the labels, even under harsh conditions. The cassette is easy to handle and fits into most P-Touch printers. Using 1.2 cm wide tapes allows for efficient material use, especially for labels that do not need to be too wide. The high compatibility with various models increases flexibility in use.