Compare standard and strong-adhesive TZe tape
Both cassettes make white labels with black print under a clear laminate. The adhesive on the back changes. A refill decision comes down to the surface, how long the label should stay there and whether you will need to change it later. Brother standard TZe-231 · Brother strong-adhesive TZe-S231
| Feature | TZe-231 | TZe-S231 |
|---|---|---|
| Tape width and length | 12 mm × 8 m | 12 mm × 8 m |
| Print and finish | Black on white, laminated | Black on white, laminated |
| Adhesive | Standard | Strong adhesive |
| Where to start | Smooth flat drawer fronts, folders or plastic boxes | Textured drawer fronts or tool cases, after a sample test |
| What to check | Flat space, clean surface and reading distance | The same checks, plus adhesion and any future removal |
Use TZe-231 where the label can make full contact
On a smooth folder spine, flat plastic storage bin or metal drawer face, choose TZe-231 as the starting cassette. Measure the flat area across the width of the strip. If a 12 mm label overhangs the flat area and catches on a lip, choose a narrower cassette or move the strip onto a wider patch.
Use one label before doing an entire drawer bank. Standard adhesive can still be hard to remove from some surfaces. If the drawer contents change every week, a holder that takes a paper insert keeps relabelling simple.
12 mm · everyday labels
Brother TZe-231 laminated tape
A genuine 12 mm cassette for black text on white laminated labels. Useful when a folder spine, drawer or box face has room for larger type.
Keep in mind. Check that Brother lists the cassette for your P-touch model. Measure the flat space first if you are labelling narrow tabs or dividers.
- 12 mm × 8 m
- Black on white
- One laminated cassette
Try TZe-S231 when a clean, textured surface still lifts
Brother designed its strong-adhesive TZe tape for rough or textured surfaces. A mottled tool case or stippled drawer front is a reasonable place to try it when a standard strip lifts. Look for a broad, comparatively flat patch. Deep ribs, flexible lids and sharp bends can still cause lifting where the strip bridges the surface or springs back. Brother Pro Tape selector
If lifting happens only where a strip wraps around a narrow cable or corner, check the shape first. A shorter strip placed on the flat area, or a flexible tape designed for a wrap, may fit the job better. TZe-S231 is the strong-adhesive variant.
Strong adhesive for textured surfaces
Brother TZe-S231 strong adhesive tape
Genuine black-on-white laminated TZe tape with a stronger adhesive for suitable textured surfaces.
Keep in mind. Test on the actual material first. Use an insert or a documented removable label if you expect frequent changes.
- 12 mm × 8 m
- Black on white
- Strong adhesive
Test the surface before labelling the whole set
- Find a flat spot where the entire strip will make contact. Leave room around a handle, rib, hinge or edge.
- Remove dust and oil using a cleaner suitable for that surface, then let it dry. Start with a short sample.
- Press the strip across its full width, including the ends. Use the item as you normally would before checking the corners for lift.
- If removal matters, use a discreet sample spot and test removal too. Check for adhesive marks and changes to the finish before using the tape elsewhere.
If both samples lift at the same point, look for a raised edge, seam, texture or bend under that point. Moving or shortening the label is worth trying before changing supplies. If the sample stays put where it will actually be used, use that position and length consistently across matching drawers.
Read the whole cassette code before ordering
Brother lists both TZe-231 and TZe-S231 for the PT-H110. Its PT-D410 and PT-D460BT consumables lists also cover both. For a different machine, look up its full model code and confirm the exact refill in the list. A 12 mm mark gives the width. The TZe prefix identifies the cassette family. Brother PT-H110 supplies · Brother PT-D410 supplies · Brother PT-D460BT supplies
Watch the position of the S in listings and on the box. TZe-S231 is the strong-adhesive tape. Brother also lists TZe-231S, a standard laminated 4 m cassette. Check the full code and length together if a photo or title abbreviates them. Brother PT-D460BT cassette list
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Common questions
What is the difference between Brother TZe-231 and TZe-S231?
Both are 12 mm by 8 m, laminated and black on white. TZe-231 has standard adhesive. TZe-S231 has stronger adhesive designed for rough or textured surfaces.
Can the Brother PT-H110 use TZe-S231?
Brother lists TZe-S231 for the PT-H110. Check the full cassette code before ordering, especially if you are replacing a shorter TZe-231S cassette.
Is TZe-231S the same as TZe-S231?
Brother lists TZe-231S as 4 m of standard laminated black-on-white tape. TZe-S231 puts the S before 231 and is the 8 m strong-adhesive version.
Will TZe-S231 stay on every textured plastic?
Adhesion depends on the surface finish, material, shape and how the item is used. Test one label on the actual item before committing to a set.
Can I remove strong-adhesive tape without leaving residue?
That depends on the surface and how long the label has been applied. If labels change often or the finish is delicate, use a holder with a replaceable insert or check a tape specified for removal on that surface.