Brother 26.2 ft Black on White 1/2 Inch Labeling Tape (TZ231)

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00000K13A
• Item model number: TZ231
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1 in Office Products (See Bestsellers in Office Products)

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• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 14, 2004

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
To help create a positive impression even before they open your package, try Brother's TZ231 1/2-inch labeling tape. Developed specially for the Brother PT-200 and PT-1200 labelers, this .5-inch adhesive-backed, laminated tape supports black print on a white background for a clean, professional look.

Product Description
1/2" black on white tape for the Brother PTouch PT320, PT340, PT520, PT540 and all TZ series Labelers / Yield: 26.2 ft long

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Useful for Hanging File Folder Labels, January 31, 2006

By	Lonnie E. Holder "The Review's the Thing" (Columbus, Indiana, United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

I have used several Brother label makers, all of which use the TZ series tapes. Of those tapes, my two favorite are black on white in this width and the 3/8" width. I prefer the 1/2" width for hanging file folders because the label fits nicely on the tab. I like the 3/8" width (TZ-221) for use with manila folders because the narrower width positions closer to the edge of the tab.

There is also a 1/2" tape that is black on clear. However, the clear tapes also show any dirt or debris that might be trapped behind the tape. Thus, if you are in an environment that has even a small amount of dirt or other contamination, it may be readily visible against a light background after the tape is positioned.

One other caution regarding these tapes; the backing can be difficult to remove. The newer tape cartridges have a split backing that is easier to remove than the original single piece backing. Even so, a certain amount of manual dexterity is required to remove the backing.

This tape adheres readily; the print is nicely defined and has a high contrast. The tape can be slightly difficult to handle. Overall, this tape is very useful in a variety of applications and one of my two favorite label maker tapes.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Works great but expensive and no generic market, January 31, 2006

By	P. Cofrancesco "PaulC" (San Diego, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is the classic black letters on white tape.

The magic: the tape is seperated from the backing in the
label printer then the letters are burned with a thermal
print head from the inside of the tape then it is stuck
back down the the backing and comes out of the machine.
This is why the letters cannot be wiped off even with
alcohol or other cleaners.

Black letters on white works on all surfaces. I have used
black letters on clear backing which looks nice but requires
the label be stuck on a light surface. If surface is dark it
is hard to see the lable. Black on white is also the cheapest most common tape.

Price is very high and I don't know of any aftermarket. Amazons price is about the best. Gateway came close but often forgets the free shiping and it is a hassel to get a credit.

I buy 3 tapes at a time so I don't run out.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good labeling tape, March 22, 2007

By	Design Visualization Lab, University of Illin... (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews

The labeling tape works very well. My only complaint is that peeling off the back of the label is difficult because sometimes that back covering tears or does not come up easily.