1.1 This test method covers the measurement of thermal response of various direct thermal imaging papers or other thermal-coated substrates used for facsimile, labels, medical recorders, plotters, and printers.

1.2 The Atlantek Thermal Response Tester Model 200 described in this test method may be used for specification acceptance, product development, and research applications.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific precautionary statements, see Section 8.