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MATERIAL: B-438DIE-CUTUL 969 RECOGNIZED
Grainger Item #: 30DW88UPC: 662820301820UNSPSC: 55121612

Brady THT-17-438-3 Tamper Evident Checkerboard Polyester Labels 1 in H x 2 in W Silver 3000/RL

Formulated from Brady B-438 Metallized Polyester with permanent acrylic adhesive. Engineered for 2" W × 1" H industrial labeling applications.

Brady THT-17-438-3 Tamper Evident Checkerboard Polyester Labels 1 in H x 2 in W Silver 3000/RL
Finish / Color: Silver (Matte SilverAdhesive: Tamper Indicating Acrylic)Packaging: Roll of 3000 Labels
Technical CAD Schematic • THT-17-438-3
RELEASE LINERTHT-17-438-3B-438SILVER DIE-CUTCorner Radius: 0.0625" (1.58 mm) • Edge Tolerance: ±0.015"LABEL WIDTH: 2 inHEIGHT: 1 inFEED
Physical FormatDIE-CUT
Label Dimensions2 in × 1 in
Manufacturing Tol.±0.015 in (0.38 mm)

Engineered Technical Features

  • Designed for rating and serial plates requiring both high-performance and protection against removal
  • Ideal for product labeling, asset tracking and general industrial ID
  • Withstands solvents and variable temperatures
  • Requires minimal handling in order to prevent prematurely exposed checkerboard pattern
  • This roll has i75-series smart properties on the core that when used in the Brady i7500 printer in conjunction with i75-series smart ribbons, eliminates the need to adjust heat, speed , sensor location and mode, eliminates the need to calibrate out blank wasted labels, and warns the operator if a non-approved ribbon is used with this roll.
  • This metallized label roll is supplied on a 3 inch core that has a thicker 0.66 inch wall to enable addition of i75-smart functionality.
  • If used in any other 3 inch core printer this roll will function as a manual roll
  • A ribbon is required to print this material. Use Part Number IP-R6000 for the BradyPrinter i5100 or BRADY IP® Series Label Printer; use R6000 for a different printer
Commercial Roll Pricing
$409.99/ Roll of 3000 Labels
Normalized Unit Cost
$0.14/label
($0.07/sq in)
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Compatible Brady Printers & Thermal Transfer Ribbon Pairing

Verified hardware compatibility and recommended ribbon formulations for THT-17-438-3.

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Recommended Thermal Transfer Ribbons
Series R6000HFHalogen-Free Pure Resin
Best for: Harsh Chemicals, Solvents & High Heat
Series R4300Wax / Resin Hybrid
Best for: General Industrial & High Contrast Barcodes

Full Technical & Material Specifications (ASTM / UL Testing)

Material Formulation:Brady B-438 (B-438 Industrial Material)Continuous Temp Range:-40°F to 250°F (-40°C to 121°C)
Substrate Polymer Chemistry:Metallized PolyesterTotal Material Thickness:0.004 in (0.102 mm)
Adhesive Formulation:Permanent AcrylicASTM D1000 Stainless Steel Peel:50+ oz/in
ASTM D1000 Polypropylene Peel:35+ oz/inASTM D1000 Powder Coat Peel:40+ oz/in
UL 969 Recognition:UL 969 (File MH17154 / MH10939)CSA C22.2 Acceptance:CSA C22.2 No. 0.15
RoHS / Halogen Compliance:RoHS Compliant • Standard FormulationSurface Finish:Matte SilverAdhesive: Tamper Indicating Acrylic
Chemical Immersion & Harsh Solvent Ratings
Methyl Ethyl Ketone
Rating: Resistant
1,1,1 -Trichloroethane
Rating: Resistant
Freon TMS
Rating: Resistant
Isopropyl Alcohol
Rating: Resistant
Mineral Spirits
Rating: Resistant
JP-4 Jet Fuel
Rating: Resistant

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Engineering & Specifier FAQs for THT-17-438-3

Can I print Brady THT-17-438-3 on a standard portable printer?

THT-17-438-3 is a bulk roll engineered for benchtop printers (such as the i3300, i5100, i7100, and PR Plus series) with 3-inch core diameter holders.

Is Brady THT-17-438-3 recognized under UL 969 for electrical panel rating plates?

Yes, THT-17-438-3 is manufactured from Brady B-438, which holds UL 969 component recognition under File MH17154 / MH10939 (PGJI2) when printed with approved thermal transfer ribbons (such as Series R6000HF).

How do I generate an official engineering submittal package for THT-17-438-3?

Click the "1-Click Engineering Submittal PDF Package" button above to instantly generate a contractor-stamped specification packet with ASTM D1000 adhesion test data, continuous operating temperatures, and UL compliance certificates ready for architectural submittals.