Brother PT-2100 Label Tape

Tape Length and Expected Usage

Genuine Brother TZe tape cassettes typically supply 8 metres of continuous laminated tape per cassette, providing long-lasting output for regular labelling projects. Compact 3.5mm and 6mm width options suit narrow spine folders and thin cable wraps, while wider 12mm and 18mm tapes allow room for larger fonts or multi-line asset details. Single cassettes and multi-pack bundles allow you to maintain stock of key colours and widths according to your project volume.

Selecting the Best TZe Tape for Your Labelling Task

Matching the right tape material and adhesive to your environment ensures labels remain legible and intact over time:

• Standard Laminated TZe Tape: Features Brother's durable laminated structure that resists water, abrasion, fading and temperature extremes. Options like TZe-231 (12mm black-on-white) or TZe-131 (12mm black-on-clear) are ideal for indoor office filing, storage containers and general equipment.
• Extra Strength Adhesive (TZe-S Series): Tapes such as TZe-S231 and TZe-S241 feature enhanced adhesive formulation designed specifically for textured, rough, powdered or outdoor surfaces where standard adhesive may struggle to hold.
• Flexible ID Tape (TZe-FX Series): Specifically engineered with flexible materials to wrap tightly around curved surfaces, sharp edges, wires and network cabling without unwinding or flagging at the edges.
• Speciality Tapes & Stencils: The PT-2100 also accepts fabric iron-on tapes (TZe-FA3), satin ribbon tapes (TZe-R series) for decorative applications, security tamper-evident tape (TZe-SE4), and STe stencil tapes for direct chemical etching.

Ordering Tape for Everyday Labelling

To prepare for large asset management tasks or general office setup, keep a combination of standard 12mm white tape and specialised flexible or extra-strength tapes on hand. Order multipacks to reduce overall cost when replacing high-use colours like black-on-white, black-on-yellow or clear tapes.

Ink Depot dispatches orders quickly from distribution centres in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. For details on returns or exchanges, review our returns policy or browse our complete catalogue of Brother label tape options.

Pro Tip

When labelling cables, conduit or curved pipes, choose a flexible ID tape (TZe-FX series) rather than standard TZe tape. Standard laminated tape has a rigid memory that tries to flatten out over time, whereas flexible ID tape conforms permanently to curved profiles.

Frequently Asked Questions

What tape widths fit the Brother PT-2100 label printer?

The Brother PT-2100 supports Brother TZe tape cassettes in widths of 3.5mm, 6mm, 9mm, 12mm and 18mm.

Can I use strong adhesive TZe tape in the PT-2100?

Yes. TZe strong adhesive cassettes (TZe-S series) share the same outer cassette dimensions as standard TZe tape and work directly in the Brother PT-2100 without needing special adjustments.

What is the difference between standard TZe tape and TZe-FX flexible tape?

Standard TZe tape is designed for flat surfaces like office folders, drawers and smooth plastic bins. TZe-FX flexible ID tape is made from a pliable material specifically formulated to wrap around tight curves, cables and wires without lifting off.