The medical alert identification wristband is a unique identification worn on the patient's wrist, which is used to identify the patient and is distinguished by different colors. It has the patient's name, gender, age, department, ward, bed number and other information.
The printed type is more convenient than the handwritten type, especially in this era of efficiency. Patient information can be read only by scanning the barcode, which reduces operating time and increases readability.
There are three main types of medical wristbands: thermal printing, barcode ribbon printing, and RFID.
In thermal printing, the print head can print out the desired pattern after heating and touching the thermal printing paper, and its principle is similar to that of a thermal fax machine. Thermal printing wristbands are widely used, thermal paper is waterproof, convenient and quick to print, with clear patterns and long storage time.
Barcode ribbon printing, the ribbon is printed by thermal transfer printing, which is also convenient and fast to print, but it needs to be replaced with a new ribbon frequently. At the same time, the carbon belt should have the characteristics of waterproof and anti-friction, otherwise the handwriting will be easily blurred.
RFID (radio frequency identification technology), a chip is placed in the wristband, which can protect the patient's privacy and store a large amount of information. But it is expensive.
To sum up, at present, medical wristbands mainly use thermal paper and barcode ribbons for printing. However, there are very high requirements for the use of thermal paper and barcode ribbons. We specialize in the production of thermal paper and barcode ribbons, providing you with professional solutions.
Post time: Apr-26-2023