Brady Wraptor A6500 Automated Wire Identification Machine
Choose the Wraptor A6500 if you process large batches of wire leads. It eliminates operator hand-wrapping fatigue, bubbles, and wrinkles, completing each print-and-wrap cycle in under 5 seconds (5x faster than hand wrapping). Engineered specifically for oem wire harness builders, cable assembly plants, high-volume aerospace & automotive wiring.
Popular Cartridges & Label Rolls for Wraptor A6500 Automated Wrap
Orderable part numbers with Grainger SKUs, roll dimensions, package counts, and list pricing.
Certified B-Number Materials Supported on Wraptor A6500 Automated Wrap
Tested label formulations certified for smooth feeding and high-resolution print quality.
| B-Number | Material Description | Primary Application | Operating Temp Range | Adhesive Type | Datasheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B-417 | Thermal Transfer Printable Translucent Vinyl Tape Translucent vinyl, provided in a self-laminated format with a white printable zone and a translucent overlaminating area, with a permanent acrylic adhesive | "B-417 is an excellent material for wire and cable identification." | -70°C to 70°C | Permanent acrylic adhesive | Full Specs |
| B-427 | Thermal Transfer Printable Translucent Vinyl Tape Translucent vinyl, provided in a self-laminated format with a white printable zone and a translucent overlaminating area, with a permanent acrylic adhesive, printed by thermal transfer | B-427 is an excellent material for wire and cable identification. | -70°C to 70°C | Permanent acrylic | Full Specs |
| B-472 | Matte Topcoated Polyimide Wirewrap Label Stock Topcoated 1 mil polyimide | Cable and wire bundle applications and label applications where self-extinguishing properties are required | 100°C to 160°C | Permanent acrylic | Full Specs |
| B-499A | Thermal Transfer / Dot Matrix Printable Nylon Cloth Label Polyamide coated nylon cloth, matte white finish, permanent acrylic adhesive | Wiremarking and general labeling applications | -40°C to 120°C | Permanent acrylic | Full Specs |
| R3300 | R3300 SERIES THERMAL TRANSFER RIBBON | 5°C to 35°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs | |
| R4300 | Series Thermal Transfer Ribbon Thermal transfer ribbon based on a wax/resin formulation, with a polyester base film | 5°C to 35°C | Permanent Acrylic | Full Specs |
Frequently Asked Questions: Brady Wraptor A6500 Automated Wire Identification Machine
Brady cartridges contain an embedded RFID microchip that automatically communicates label dimensions, material type, remaining quantity, and recommended printhead burn temperature to the printer. This enables zero calibration waste—the first label printed is 100% perfectly aligned.
Yes, as long as the sleeve size fits within the maximum print width (0.060" – 0.600" (1.5 – 15.2 mm OD)). Portable models like the M210 use drop-in M21- series PermaSleeve cartridges, while high-volume benchtops (i3300, i7100) support roll-fed 3:1 sleeves up to 1.5" diameter.