Brother CZ-1005 Continuous Colour Label Roll – 50mm x 5m (VC-500W)
The Brother CZ-1005 is a 50mm x 5m continuous colour label roll cassette built specifically for the Brother VC-500W Colour Label Printer — it will not fit other Brother label machines or P-touch tape models.
Compatibility
This cassette is designed exclusively for the Brother VC-500W Colour Label Printer. It is not interchangeable with Brother's TZe, DK, or standard P-touch tape ranges, which use different printers and cassette formats. If you're not sure which label printer you own, check the model number printed on the front or base of the unit before ordering.
Specs
- Roll size: 50mm x 5m (continuous, cut-to-length)
- Cartridge/label type: White Label Roll cassette, SKU CZ-1005
- Compatible printer: Brother VC-500W Colour Label Printer
- Pack quantity: 1 roll cassette per unit
What's included
One CZ-1005 roll cassette, ready to drop straight into the VC-500W's cassette bay. No ink, toner, or ribbon is supplied or required for this printer type.
Why it's the right pick
Because the VC-500W only accepts genuine CZ-series cassettes, getting the width right matters more than anything else — this is the widest option in the range at 50mm, suited to signage, storage labels, and larger craft or retail projects where narrower widths (12mm, 19mm, 25mm) would be too small. As a continuous roll rather than pre-cut labels, you control the length of each label as you print, so one roll covers a wide range of jobs.
Is the Brother CZ-1005 compatible with my printer?
It's compatible only with the Brother VC-500W Colour Label Printer. It is not designed for Brother's TZe, DK, or standard P-touch label machines, so check your printer's model number before buying.
What size is the CZ-1005 roll?
It's a 50mm x 5m continuous label roll. Because it's a continuous roll rather than pre-cut labels, you set the print length yourself rather than being limited to a fixed label size.
How many labels will one roll produce?
That depends on the length you set for each label, since this is a continuous roll rather than pre-cut die-cut labels. In total, each cassette holds 5 linear metres of 50mm-wide label stock.
Do I need ink or toner for the Brother VC-500W?
Based on Brother's own product information, no — the VC-500W uses Zink (Zero-Ink) technology, where heat activates colour crystals built into the paper itself, so there's no separate ink, toner, or ribbon to buy. (Please confirm this against your packaging/supplier before publishing, as it isn't currently stated on the Ink and Rolls page.)
What's the difference between the CZ-1002, CZ-1003, CZ-1004, and CZ-1005 rolls?
They're all made for the same Brother VC-500W printer and are all 5m long — the difference is only in width: CZ-1002 is 12mm, CZ-1003 is 19mm, CZ-1004 is 25mm, and CZ-1005 is 50mm. Pick the width that suits your label or signage size.
Is this a genuine Brother product?
It's listed and stocked as a Brother-branded cassette (SKU CZ-1005). If you need written confirmation of OEM/genuine status before ordering, contact us and we'll confirm directly.
How do I load the CZ-1005 cassette into my VC-500W?
Insert the cassette into the printer's cassette bay until it clicks into place, following the guide in your VC-500W user manual. Some users have reported needing to press and hold the cassette firmly in position for a few seconds until the printer's indicator light stops blinking before it's recognised — this is a user-reported tip rather than official Brother guidance, so if it doesn't load, check your printer manual or contact us.
Are these labels waterproof?
We don't have manufacturer confirmation of waterproofing either way, and at least one customer review notes the labels are not waterproof. If moisture resistance matters for your application, please check with us before ordering.
