BRADY M5-156-492 FreezerBondz II Polyester Label Cartridge for BMP51/BMP53/M511, White, 19.05 mm x 7.62 m

Engineered to endure from -196°C to 121°C, the BRADY M5-156-492 FreezerBondz II Polyester label cartridge delivers permanent identification in the most extreme laboratory environments. This all-in-one cartridge combines white matte polyester tape with a thermal transfer ribbon, optimized for Brady BMP51, BMP53, and M511 label printers.

Overview

Specifically formulated for cryogenic storage, the FreezerBondz II polyester material withstands immersion in liquid nitrogen, long-term freezer storage, and autoclaving. Labels remain legible and adhered to vials, tubes, and microplates, ensuring reliable sample tracking from bench to biobank. The continuous 19.05 mm wide tape allows on-demand printing of labels of any length, reducing waste and increasing efficiency.

What stands out

• Extreme temperature range: -196°C to 121°C (-321°F to 250°F) for cryogenic and autoclave use.
• Permanent acrylic adhesive bonds securely to polypropylene, glass, and other lab plastics, even at -73°C application temperature.
• Chemical, smudge, abrasion, weather, and UV resistance ensure long-term readability.
• All-in-one cartridge simplifies replacement—no separate ribbon handling.
• UL969 recognized and CSA accepted for compliance confidence.

Technical details

• Material: FreezerBondz II Polyester (B-492)
• Label dimensions: 19.05 mm width × 7.62 m length (0.75" × 25 ft)
• Label colour: White with matte finish
• Adhesive: Permanent acrylic
• Print technology: Thermal transfer
• Material thickness: 0.097 mm (3.8 mil)
• RoHS compliant

Our verdict

For labs that demand uncompromising label performance under cryogenic stress, the BRADY M5-156-492 is the gold standard. Its robust construction and easy cartridge design make it an essential consumable for any facility using Brady portable label printers.