Thermal paper: grades of thermal paper

There are several aspects which affect the grades of thermal paper. A variety of grades exist. They are: Different Sizes of Thermal Paper Rolls

1. Sensitivity—how much energy it takes to image the paper. The higher the sensitivity the better the image.

2. Environmental Resistance—how resistant the paper is to things such as light, heat, and moisture.

3. Archivability Years—the number of years the paper will retain its image(s).

4. Caliper—the thickness of the paper measured typically measured in mils.