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B-489A THERMAL TRANSFER PRINTABLE LABEL STOCK
B-489A is a thermal transfer printable label stock made of polyester with permanent rubber-based adhesive, designed for high adhesion to textured metals and low surface energy plastics.
Material Composition
PolyesterFinish:MatteAdhesive:Permanent rubber based
Adhesive System
Permanent rubber based
Operating Temperature
-40°C to 120°C (-40°F to 248°F)
Total Thickness
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High-Tack Powder-Coat Grip
B-489A Application & Installation Blueprint
Ultra-Aggressive High-Tack Industrial Asset Plate • Physical application tolerances and surface engineering
Industrial Fit Certified
Textured & Low-Surface-Energy Bonding Guide
1Wipe cast or powder-coated surface to remove loose dust or machining oils.
2Apply polyester plate with firm thumb pressure across the entire label area.
3Heavy-weight rubber/acrylic hybrid adhesive flows into microscopic textured valleys for permanent mechanical bond.
Engineering Tolerance: Exceeds 100 oz/in peel adhesion on low-surface-energy (LSE) polypropylene and hammer-tone textured powder coats.
Substrate Compatibility & Adhesion Matrix
Textured Powder-Coated Steel
Ultra Bond (5/5)
Molded Polypropylene & HDPE
LSE Grip (5/5)
Cast Iron & Rough Castings
Crevice Flow (4.9/5)
Outdoor Heavy Equipment Chassis
High Tack (5/5)
Tested Environmental Survivability
Textured Surface Crevice GripOutdoor WeatheringGrease, Gasoline & DieselHigh Vibration Machinery
Recommended Field & Shop Tools:
i3300 / i5100 Benchtop PrinterM710 Heavy-Duty PortableR6000 High-Resin Ribbon
Orderable Part Numbers, Packaging & Distributor SKUs
Official Brady SKUs, roll dimensions, package quantities, list pricing, Grainger part numbers, and printer compatibility for B-489A.
Popular B-489A Formats
Standard industrial rolls and die-cut sizes with unit cost breakdown#1 Popular Choice
Standard Part
B30C-4000-489
4 in W x 130 ft L
Cartridge of 130 Feet
Roll / Pack Total:$217.99 USD
Normalized Unit Cost:$1.68/ft
Material Area Cost:$0.03/sq in
Supported Hardware:
BBP35BBP37i3300+5
#2 Standard Format
Standard Part
THT-18-489-3
1 in H x 3 in W
Roll of 3000 Labels
Roll / Pack Total:$350.99 USD
Normalized Unit Cost:$0.12/label
Material Area Cost:$0.04/sq in
Supported Hardware:
BBP81i5100i6100+5
#3 High Capacity
Standard Part
THT-17-489-3
1 in H x 2 in W
Roll of 3000 Labels
Roll / Pack Total:$263.99 USD
Normalized Unit Cost:$0.088/label
Material Area Cost:$0.04/sq in
Supported Hardware:
BBP81i5100i6100+5
All 40 Orderable Part Numbers
Pricing: $45.69 – $466.99 USD
| Catalog SKU | Dimensions | Packaging / Qty | List Price & Unit Cost | Order MOQ | Compatible Printers | Hardware & Related |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
B30C-4000-489Popular UPC: 754473951016 | 4 in W x 130 ft L | Cartridge of 130 Feet | $217.99 USD $1.68/ft ($0.14/in) $0.03/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | BBP35BBP37+6 | |
THT-18-489-3Popular UPC: 662820671022 | 1 in H x 3 in W | Roll of 3000 Labels | $350.99 USD $0.12/label ($11.70/100) $0.04/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | BBP81i5100+6 | |
THT-17-489-3Popular UPC: 662820671015 | 1 in H x 2 in W | Roll of 3000 Labels | $263.99 USD $0.088/label ($8.80/100) $0.04/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | BBP81i5100+6 | |
THT-37-489-10Popular UPC: 662820671053 | 0.5 in H x 1.5 in W | Roll of 10000 Labels | $364.99 USD $0.036/label ($3.65/100) $0.05/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | BBP81i5100+6 | |
THT-55-489-1Popular UPC: 662820671060 | 2 in H x 4 in W | Roll of 1000 Labels | $298.99 USD $0.30/label ($29.90/100) $0.04/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | BBP81i5100+6 | |
THT-76-489-1Popular UPC: 662820671084 | 3 in H x 4 in W | Roll of 1000 Labels | $466.99 USD $0.47/label ($46.70/100) $0.04/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | BBP81i5100+6 | |
THT-19-489-1Popular UPC: 662820671039 | 2 in H x 3 in W | Roll of 1000 Labels | $234.99 USD $0.23/label ($23.50/100) $0.04/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | BBP81i5100+6 | |
THT-7-489-3Popular UPC: 662820671008 | 1.25 in H x 2.75 in W | Roll of 3000 Labels | $401.99 USD $0.13/label ($13.40/100) $0.04/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | BBP81i5100+6 | |
B33-5-489Popular UPC: 662820969020 | 0.5 in H x 1 in W | Cartridge of 5000 Labels | $136.99 USD $0.027/label ($2.74/100) $0.05/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | BBP33i3300+2 | |
M6-31-489Popular UPC: 888434597477 | 1 in H x 1.5 in W | Roll of 250 Labels | $64.99 USD $0.26/label ($26.00/100) $0.17/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | M610M611+1 | |
THT-21-489 UPC: 662820671046 | 3 in W x 300 ft L | Roll of 300 Feet | $367.99 USD $1.23/ft ($0.10/in) $0.03/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | BBP81i5100+6 | |
M6-17-489Popular UPC: 888434596494 | 0.5 in H x 1 in W | Roll of 500 Labels | $83.99 USD $0.17/label ($16.80/100) $0.34/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | M610M611+1 | |
M6-29-489Popular UPC: 888434600788 | 0.5 in H x 1.5 in W | Roll of 500 Labels | $93.99 USD $0.19/label ($18.80/100) $0.25/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | M610M611+1 | |
THT-5-489-10Popular UPC: 662820670995 | 0.5 in H x 1 in W | Roll of 10000 Labels | $277.99 USD $0.028/label ($2.78/100) $0.06/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | BBP81i5100+6 | |
M6-19-489Popular UPC: 888434596623 | 1 in H x 1 in W | Roll of 250 Labels | $57.99 USD $0.23/label ($23.20/100) $0.23/sq in | 1 ROL Standard Order | M610M611+1 |
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Quality Assurance, Storage & Regulatory Compliance
Standardized engineering guidelines for warehouse storage, application temperature, and agency certifications.
Shelf Life & Warehouse Storage
Expected Shelf Life: 2 Years 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 120°C (-40°F to 248°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: MH17154
UL DirectoryCSA C22.2: 041833
CSA DirectoryEnvironmental & 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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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
Series R4300
* 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 | Slight adhesive ooze | Slight adhesive ooze |
| Toluene | No visible effect | No visible effect |
| Isopropyl Alcohol | No visible effect | No visible effect |
| Mineral Spirits | Slight adhesive ooze | Slight adhesive ooze |
| JP-8 Jet Fuel | No visible effect | No visible effect |
| ASTM Reference Fuel B | No visible effect | No visible effect |
| ASTM #3 Oil | Slight adhesive ooze | Slight adhesive ooze |
| Mil 5606 Oil | No visible effect | No visible effect |
| Skydrol® 500B-4 | Slight adhesive ooze | Slight adhesive ooze |
| Super Agitene® | No visible effect | No visible effect |
| Deionized Water | No visible effect | No visible effect |
| 3% Alconox® Detergent | No visible effect | No visible effect |
| 10% Sodium Hydroxide Solution | No visible effect | No visible effect |
| 10% Sulfuric Acid Solution | No visible effect | No visible effect |
| Methyl Ethyl Ketone | Tested | Tested |
| Toluene | Tested | Tested |
| Isopropyl Alcohol | Tested | Tested |
| Mineral Spirits | Tested | Tested |
| JP-8 Jet Fuel | Tested | Tested |
| ASTM Reference Fuel B | Tested | Tested |
| ASTM #3 Oil | Tested | Tested |
| Mil 5606 Oil | Tested | Tested |
| Skydrol® 500B-4 | Tested | Tested |
| Super Agitene® | Tested | Tested |
| Deionized Water | Tested | Tested |
| 3% Alconox® Detergent | Tested | Tested |
| 10% Sodium Hydroxide Solution | Tested | Tested |
| 10% Sulfuric Acid Solution | Tested | Tested |
Environmental & Aging Durability Testing
| Environmental Exposure Condition | Observation & Legibility Result |
|---|---|
| 489A THERMAL TRANSFER PRINTABLE LABEL STOCK - Material Spec (Brady B-489A) Material family | B-489A |
| 489A is a thermal transfer printable label stock made of polyester with permanent rubber-based adhesive, designed for high adhesion to textured metals and low surface energy plastics. ## Verified specifications - Adhesive | Permanent rubber based |
| Service temperature | -40 to 120 °C |
Verified Target Applications & Use Cases
- Industrial rating plates, asset identification, and electrical component labeling.