Self-laminating, wrap-around and flag cable labels
Labels to identify cables and wiring harnesses: self-laminating, which wrap round the cable and are covered by a transparent tail; wrap-around; and flag labels, folded over on themselves. They are supplied blank, to be printed by thermal transfer on your own printer, or pre-printed with the customer's data.
In short
What it is: Self-laminating wrap-around and flag labels for cables and harnesses, pre-printed or blank.
What we need to quote: Cable diameter range; Label type: wrap-around or flag; Compatible printer and ribbon, if printed in-house.
Product fit
Choose it if: Electrical panel assembly.; Wiring harness production partners..
Check before ordering: Cable diameter range.; Label type: wrap-around or flag.; Compatible printer and ribbon, if printed in-house..
Limit: The production partner provides datasheets and test reports on request..
Compare the options
| Self-laminating, wrap-around and flag cable labels | Best for: Electrical panel assembly. · Check: The production partner provides datasheets and test reports on request. |
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Applications
- Electrical panel assembly.
- Wiring harness production partners.
- Telecom and data-centre cabling contractors.
- EPC projects.
Materials and finishes
- Self-laminating wrap-around: vinyl or PET with a transparent laminate tail.
- Flag: label folded to form a tab.
- Blank, printable by thermal transfer, or pre-printed.
- Option: data workflow for folded flag labels pre-printed with the customer's data.
Typical specifications
| Types | Self-laminating wrap-around and flag |
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| Material | Vinyl or PET with transparent tail |
| Printing | Thermal transfer (blank) or pre-printed |
| Flag format example | 70×20 mm |
| Wrap-around format example | 40×20 mm |
The formats are examples taken from supplier pages, not a fixed specification: the size is defined by the cable.
What we need to quote
- Cable diameter range.
- Label type: wrap-around or flag.
- Compatible printer and ribbon, if printed in-house.
- File with the data to pre-print.
- Quantity.
- Environment: temperature, oils.
Documentation available on request
The production partner provides datasheets and test reports on request. References that are cited: IEC 62491 (cable identification) and IEC 61439-1. Only the name and number of each standard are given; its application and the legal responsibility rest with the customer.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a wrap-around and a flag label?
The wrap-around label goes round the cable and its transparent tail covers it; the flag label folds over on itself to form a tab. Tell us the diameter range and the environment and we will propose the type.
Can I print them on my own printer?
Yes, in the blank version, by thermal transfer. Tell us the printer and ribbon model so we can propose a compatible material.
Can they be supplied pre-printed with my data?
Yes, from your data file, including folded flag labels. The file format is agreed before production.
When should I not use it?
The production partner provides datasheets and test reports on request.
What do you need to quote it?
Cable diameter range.; Label type: wrap-around or flag.; Compatible printer and ribbon, if printed in-house..
What documentation is available?
The production partner provides datasheets and test reports on request.
Can you ship to my country?
The route is confirmed in the offer: the order may ship from Spain or directly from the production partner. Customs formalities, VAT and duties depend on the destination and are stated in the offer.
Request a quote
State the diameter range, label type and data to print. Business orders only (B2B). Lead time and price are confirmed in the offer.
Business orders only (B2B). Lead time and price are confirmed in the offer.