A low- to medium-resolution printer that uses a type of coated paper that darkens when heat is applied to it. The paper is passed by a line of heating elements that burn dots onto the paper.
Thermal transfer printers produce shades of colors by placing color dots side-by-side (see dithering). Printing faster than dye sublimation, consumables (ribbon and paper) are also less expensive ...
"According to Arizton, the global thermal transfer printer market is currently valued at approximately USD 640 million and is projected to grow to more than USD 1billion by 2029. This dramatic growth ...