Fan-folded labels aren’t flashy. They don’t roll. They don’t spin. But they work, and they work well.
If your business relies on fast, uninterrupted printing-especially for shipping, inventory or compliance-fan-fold labels might just be the upgrade you didn’t know you needed.
The Label Format That Saves Time & Space
Think of fan-fold labels like an accordion.
A single, continuous sheet folded neatly into a stack. They don’t curl, they don’t require a roll holder, and they don’t scatter across your desk.
Once printed, they stack themselves. That’s right-self-stacking output. No rewinding. No tangles. No stress.
At Go2Products, we stock fan-fold labels in direct thermal and thermal transfer options, including sizes like 4"x6", 4"x2", and more. Perfect for printers with back-feed functionality.
Why Choose Fan-Fold Over Rolls?
1️⃣ Capacity
A fan-fold stack can hold up to 2,000 labels. That’s fewer reloads, fewer pauses, and a smoother workflow. If you’re printing hundreds of parcels or serial codes in one sitting, that makes a real difference.
2️⃣ Cleanliness
Rolls unwind. Fan-folds refold. While rolls roll away or clutter your bench, fan-folded labels fall neatly back into line.
3️⃣ Less waste
There’s no cardboard core and no unnecessary winding. Just a compact, efficient stack that does its job and disappears.
This format isn’t about looking good. It’s about getting the job done with less effort, less interruption, and less mess.
Where Fan-Fold Labels Really Shine
Picture a busy fulfilment centre printing thousands of shipping labels a day. Fan-fold keeps operations flowing without mid-shift reloads. Or a warehouse tracking inventory by the bay-bin labels, racking, barcodes-print and stack. No rewinder needed.
Even in compliance-heavy sectors, fan-fold excels. From GHS drum labels to regulated batch codes, variable data prints cleanly, quickly, and without intervention.
It’s a quiet workhorse. And it delivers.
A Few Considerations
Fan-fold does need a compatible printer with a rear or bottom feed. Most Zebra, TSC and Toshiba models support it, but it’s worth double-checking.
You’ll also need a bit of space behind or beneath your printer for the stack to rest. And because the labels aren’t housed on a roll, keeping them dust-free is important-especially in industrial spaces.
Lastly, fan-fold is best for common label shapes and sizes. If you need something highly bespoke or oversized, a roll might still be the better choice.
Fan-Fold vs. Roll: What's Best for You?
Fan-fold is ideal for:
- High-volume shipping and barcode labelling
- Businesses focused on speed and tidiness
- Teams tired of constantly reloading rolls
Rolls still suit:
- Low-volume or occasional printing
- Unusual shapes or label configurations
- Tight working spaces without back-feed access
Get Started with Go2Products
We make switching easy. Go2Products offers fan-folded labels in:
- Direct thermal and thermal transfer formats
- Standard sizes like 4"x6", 4"x4", 4"x2"
- Durable paper and waterproof synthetic materials
Whether you need labels for fulfilment, compliance, warehousing or admin-we’ve got the format, finish, and quantity to suit.
Start small with just 5 sheets or speak to our team for a bulk order!