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B-390 Thermal Transfer Printable Wire Marking Insert & BRADY Wire Marking Carriers
Brady B-390 inserts are printable, rigid inserts designed for thermal transfer printing and affixing to wires using extruded clear PVC Brady Wire Marking Carriers.
Material Composition
extruded, clear PVC
Adhesive System
Non-Adhesive
Operating Temperature
-40°C to 100°C (-40°F to 212°F)
Total Thickness
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Industrial Safety & Asset Marker
B-390 Application & Installation Blueprint
Heavy-Duty Industrial Safety & Identification Marker • Physical application tolerances and surface engineering
Industrial Fit Certified
Standard Industrial Marking Procedure
1Ensure application surface is dry and free of loose particulate or heavy oil.
2Peel and apply with steady firm pressure from center to edge.
3Allow 24 hours for ultimate cross-linked adhesion strength.
Engineering Tolerance: Engineered to withstand standard industrial plant environmental conditions and indoor/outdoor temperature swings.
Substrate Compatibility & Adhesion Matrix
Smooth Metals & Stainless Steel
Standard Bond (5/5)
Rigid Thermoplastics & ABS
Standard Bond (4.8/5)
Painted Metal Cabinets
Standard Bond (4.8/5)
Glass & Smooth Composite
Standard Bond (4.8/5)
Tested Environmental Survivability
Industrial Plant Temperature SwingsDust, Grease & Mild FluidsStandard Abrasion & RubbingLong-Term Legend Legibility
Recommended Field & Shop Tools:
i3300 / i5100 Benchtop PrinterM210 / M610 Handheld ToolStandard Thermal Ribbon
Orderable Part Numbers, Packaging & Distributor SKUs
Official Brady SKUs, roll dimensions, package quantities, list pricing, Grainger part numbers, and printer compatibility for B-390.
Popular B-390 Formats
Standard industrial rolls and die-cut sizes with unit cost breakdown#1 Popular Choice
Standard Part
BM-15-390
0.163 in H x 0.59 in W
Roll of 3000 Labels
Roll / Pack Total:$780.99 USD
Normalized Unit Cost:$0.26/label
Material Area Cost:$2.71/sq in
Supported Hardware:
M610M710M611
#2 Standard Format
Standard Part
M6-30-390
0.163 in H x 1.18 in W
Roll of 300 Labels
Roll / Pack Total:$133.99 USD
Normalized Unit Cost:$0.45/label
Material Area Cost:$2.32/sq in
Supported Hardware:
M610M611M710 (with media adapter)
#3 High Capacity
Standard Part
BM-30-390
0.163 in H x 1.18 in W
Roll of 3000 Labels
Roll / Pack Total:$879.99 USD
Normalized Unit Cost:$0.29/label
Material Area Cost:$1.53/sq in
Supported Hardware:
M610M710M611
All 6 Orderable Part Numbers
Pricing: $121.99 – $1449.00 USD
| Catalog SKU | Dimensions | Packaging / Qty | List Price & Unit Cost | Order MOQ | Compatible Printers | Hardware & Related |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BM-15-390Popular UPC: 888434621714 | 0.163 in H x 0.59 in W | Roll of 3000 Labels | $780.99 USD $0.26/label ($26.03/100) $2.71/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | M610M710+1 | |
M6-30-390Popular UPC: 888434621783 | 0.163 in H x 1.18 in W | Roll of 300 Labels | $133.99 USD $0.45/label ($44.66/100) $2.32/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | M610M611+1 | |
BM-30-390Popular UPC: 888434621721 | 0.163 in H x 1.18 in W | Roll of 3000 Labels | $879.99 USD $0.29/label ($29.33/100) $1.53/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | M610M710+1 | |
M6-15-390Popular UPC: 888434621776 | 0.163 in H x 0.59 in W | Roll of 300 Labels | $121.99 USD $0.41/label ($40.66/100) $4.23/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | M610M611+1 | |
DSTHT-15-390-2.5 UPC: 662820193012 | 0.163 in H x 0.59 in W | Roll of 2500 Labels | $1349.00 USD $0.54/label ($53.96/100) $5.61/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | i7100PR Plus+1 | |
DSTHT-30-390-2.5 UPC: 662820193036 | 0.163 in H x 1.18 in W | Roll of 2500 Labels | $1449.00 USD $0.58/label ($57.96/100) $3.01/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | i7100PR Plus+1 |
Quality Assurance, Storage & Regulatory Compliance
Standardized engineering guidelines for warehouse storage, application temperature, and agency certifications.
Shelf Life & Warehouse Storage
Expected Shelf Life: 1 Year from receipt
Storage Temperature: Below 80°F (27°C)
Relative Humidity: ≤ 60% RH
Must be stored in original packaging in a climate-controlled warehouse.
Application vs Service Limits
Min Application Temp: 50°F (10°C)
Service Temp Range: -40°C to 100°C (-40°F to 212°F)
Full Cure / Dwell Time: 24 Hours (ASTM D1000)
Clean surface of oil/grease before bonding for maximum peel strength.
Agency Testing & File Directories
UL 969 / 2238: Non-approved variant
UL DirectoryCSA C22.2: Not certified
CSA DirectoryHalogen-Free per DIN VDE 0472 Part 815
Environmental & Safety Standards
RoHS 3 Compliance:2011/65/EU (Pass 2015/863)
REACH Status:SVHC Free (<0.1% w/w)
CA Prop 65:Compliant Notice
Certificates of Conformance (CoC) available on order shipment.
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Industrial Label Printers & Materials
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ASTM Physical & Mechanical Properties
Standardized laboratory test data measured in accordance with ASTM D 1000, ASTM D 2979, and ASTM D 2671.
Thermal Transfer Ribbon Compatibility
Official Brady recommended ribbons engineered for maximum contrast, smear resistance, and UL certification compliance.
Recommended Thermal Transfer
Non-printable hardware, tag, or pre-printed material.
* Note: Testing print permanence with official Brady ribbons is required to maintain UL/CSA agency certification on printed labels.
Chemical & Solvent Resistance Matrix
Standardized dip and rub immersion test observations across industrial fuels, oils, solvents, and cleaners.
Tested per ASTM D 895 / Brady standard dip & rub immersion.
| Chemical Reagent / Solvent | Substrate / Adhesive Effect | Thermal Ribbon Permanence |
|---|---|---|
| Methyl Ethyl Ketone (reagent); no visible effect (result) | Tested | Tested |
| 1,1,1-Trichloroethane (reagent); no visible effect (result) | Tested | Tested |
| Alcohol Mix (reagent); no visible effect (result) | Tested | Tested |
| Mineral Spirits (reagent); no visible effect (result) | Tested | Tested |
| JP-8 Jet Fuel (reagent); no visible effect (result) | Tested | Tested |
| SAE 20 WT Oil (reagent); no visible effect (result) | Tested | Tested |
| ASTM #3 Oil (reagent); carrier tinted yellow (result) | Tested | Tested |
| Mil 5606 Oil (reagent); insert tinted pink (result) | Tested | Tested |
| Mil 7808 Oil (reagent); insert tinted tan (result) | Tested | Tested |
| Thread Ezy (reagent); no visible effect (result) | Tested | Tested |
| Skydrol 500B-4 (reagent); moderate print removal (result) | Tested | Tested |
| Super Agitene (reagent); no visible effect (result) | Tested | Tested |
| Gasoline (reagent); slight print removal (result) | Tested | Tested |
| CFC Free-Electro Wash 2000 (reagent); no visible effect (result) | Tested | Tested |
| Deionized Water (reagent); no visible effect (result) | Tested | Tested |
| 3% Alconox Detergent (reagent); no visible effect (result) | Tested | Tested |
| 10% Sulfuric Acid Solution (reagent); no visible effect (result) | Tested | Tested |
| 5% Salt Water Solution (reagent); no visible effect (result) | Tested | Tested |
| Methyl Ethyl Ketone | Tested | Tested |
| 1,1,1-Trichloroethane | Tested | Tested |
| Alcohol Mix* | Tested | Tested |
| Mineral Spirits | Tested | Tested |
| JP-8 Jet Fuel | Tested | Tested |
| SAE 20 WT Oil | Tested | Tested |
| ASTM #3 Oil | Tested | Tested |
| Mil 5606 Oil | Tested | Tested |
| Mil 7808 Oil | Tested | Tested |
| Thread Ezy® | Tested | Tested |
| Skydrol® 500B-4 | Tested | Tested |
| Super Agitene® | Tested | Tested |
| Gasoline | Tested | Tested |
| CFC Free-Electro Wash 2000 | Tested | Tested |
| Deionized Water | Tested | Tested |
| 3% Alconox® Detergent | Tested | Tested |
| 10% Sulfuric Acid Solution | Tested | Tested |
| 5% Salt Water Solution | Tested | Tested |
Environmental & Aging Durability Testing
| Environmental Exposure Condition | Observation & Legibility Result |
|---|---|
| 390 Thermal Transfer Printable Wire Marking Insert & BRADY Wire Marking Carriers - Material Spec (Brady B-390) Material family | B-390 |
| Service temperature | -40 to 100 °C |
Verified Target Applications & Use Cases
- Industrial rating plates, asset identification, and electrical component labeling.