Hi To tag very small insects (Geocoris) for individual identification, I need to prepare tiny labels that I would glue on the insect's pronotum under a dissecting microscope. Currently, I am printing two-digit numbers, font size of 1.5 dots, on regular letter paper, using an office printer (HP LaserJet 400M). I am trying to improve the method, focusing on two issues:
1. The labels are slightly too large, but my printer cannot print smaller font sizes with readable results. Does anyone know of cheap micro-printing technology, that would allow printing a smaller font size? 2. After printing the labels, when I cut them out of the letter paper, the layers of the paper separate. Also, if the cutting knife is not super sharp, I have fibers sticking out of the sides of the label. Therefore, I am looking for a paper-like, printable material that is not made of layers or fibers. I would highly appreciate any ideas, and would be happy to share them with anyone who will ask. Thanks, Asaf
