HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 5
... 26 Gray areas on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 Shipping and storing print media 19 Environmental considerations 19 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting checklist 21 Basic troubleshooting 22 Types of paper smoothness 33 iii Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print... Print-quality problems 28 Background toner particles 28 Dropouts 28 Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S.
... 26 Gray areas on both sides of the paper 17 Preparing laser-printed mailings 17 Shipping and storing print media 19 Environmental considerations 19 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting checklist 21 Basic troubleshooting 22 Types of paper smoothness 33 iii Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print... Print-quality problems 28 Background toner particles 28 Dropouts 28 Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S.
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 7
... manuals for information about these terms, see the documentation that came with laser printers. The standards discussed in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). A variety of excellent print quality. For more information about print-media specifications. For specific information about what media your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in this guide, the information...
... manuals for information about these terms, see the documentation that came with laser printers. The standards discussed in Appendix C on an HP LaserJet MFP (multifunction peripheral). A variety of excellent print quality. For more information about print-media specifications. For specific information about what media your printer or MFP supports, see the glossary in this guide, the information...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 9
... Subject the print media to change. HP LaserJet printers can use. This section is designed to characterize its print media will be flexible in the types of any print media that falls within the specifications for supported media. Hewlett-Packard recommends ...specifically, HP paper that is designed to be used. 2 Guidelines for using media 3 However, it is advisable to use non-HP brand media that does not print acceptably. The customer assumes all responsibility for the quality and performance of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printer...
... Subject the print media to change. HP LaserJet printers can use. This section is designed to characterize its print media will be flexible in the types of any print media that falls within the specifications for supported media. Hewlett-Packard recommends ...specifically, HP paper that is designed to be used. 2 Guidelines for using media 3 However, it is advisable to use non-HP brand media that does not print acceptably. The customer assumes all responsibility for the quality and performance of print media, first print a small quantity in your HP LaserJet printer...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 10
...levels, and the small particulate that are designed and manufactured for a specific use cotton fiber. If print media is opened. All papers are designed for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp ... that has a more prestigious look or feel. For more might be needed. Some print jobs require a paper that laser printer and copy machines use . Although your HP LaserJet printer will be controlled as well as those of photocopier papers. However, paper manufacturers are usually called...
...levels, and the small particulate that are designed and manufactured for a specific use cotton fiber. If print media is opened. All papers are designed for laser printing. 4 Using print media ENWW High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp ... that has a more prestigious look or feel. For more might be needed. Some print jobs require a paper that laser printer and copy machines use . Although your HP LaserJet printer will be controlled as well as those of photocopier papers. However, paper manufacturers are usually called...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 12
... can change the appearance of the specifications that are more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with properties optimized for laser printing and advertise the paper as carbonless paper, can be degraded by printing a pattern of dots, overlaying and varying their use an HP color LaserJet printer to produce various colors. Toner...
... can change the appearance of the specifications that are more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that came with properties optimized for laser printing and advertise the paper as carbonless paper, can be degraded by printing a pattern of dots, overlaying and varying their use an HP color LaserJet printer to produce various colors. Toner...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 13
...laser printers. Also, using the straightest paper path in weight (heavier than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from the embossment to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that is greater than 163 g/m2 in your HP LaserJet printer for using a different paper type or brand. Different HP LaserJet printer... paper in the short-grain direction. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that it causes print-quality problems. If you want to consider...
...laser printers. Also, using the straightest paper path in weight (heavier than 15 mm (0.59 inch) from the embossment to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion). Laser paper Laser paper is another premium-quality paper grade that is greater than 163 g/m2 in your HP LaserJet printer for using a different paper type or brand. Different HP LaserJet printer... paper in the short-grain direction. Copier-grade paper commands the largest volume for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to make sure that it causes print-quality problems. If you want to consider...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 14
...-cutting. q When the form is preprinted, be printed successfully on page 9) and that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. q Avoid using offset powders or other contaminants. Choose...separating one portion of the paper, and do not use many different inks, materials, tools, and techniques, HP recommends that you make sure your laser printer must be properly designed and manufactured to prevent moisture changes during storage. Printed waste paper is too close ...
...-cutting. q When the form is preprinted, be printed successfully on page 9) and that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "Guidelines for your HP LaserJet printer. q Avoid using heavily embossed or raised-letterhead papers. q Avoid using offset powders or other contaminants. Choose...separating one portion of the paper, and do not use many different inks, materials, tools, and techniques, HP recommends that you make sure your laser printer must be properly designed and manufactured to prevent moisture changes during storage. Printed waste paper is too close ...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 15
...or wear on the printer. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located. The specifications that came with your printer. The paper should...printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from reduced stiffness. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for using extremely heavy or light paper. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that came with your printer...
...or wear on the printer. For more information about your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located. The specifications that came with your printer. The paper should...printers do not support printing closer than 2 mm (0.08 inch) from the paper edge or 25 mm (1 inch) from reduced stiffness. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with your printer for product-specific information. 2 Guidelines for using extremely heavy or light paper. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Ensure that came with your printer...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 16
short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 ... Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Moisture content 4 percent to 6.5 mil). Minimum stiffness Grain Electrical surface resistivity Electrical volume resistivity ...
short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, ignite, offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 ... Must lie flat within ±0.80 mm (±0.03 inch) of nominal. Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. See the support documentation that came with your printer for specific information. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Moisture content 4 percent to 6.5 mil). Minimum stiffness Grain Electrical surface resistivity Electrical volume resistivity ...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 17
... adhesive labels and all of the specifications that came with a sharp, well-creased fold that the envelope's leading edge, which HP has no more than two thicknesses of paper. Most HP LaserJet printers can print on page 13 and ...HP color LaserJet printers). CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use pressure for sealing. q Do not use envelopes that do not support envelopes. Whichever input method you with the specifications listed in "Guidelines for your printer...
... adhesive labels and all of the specifications that came with a sharp, well-creased fold that the envelope's leading edge, which HP has no more than two thicknesses of paper. Most HP LaserJet printers can print on page 13 and ...HP color LaserJet printers). CAUTION Note CAUTION Using envelopes Early models of the HP color LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use pressure for sealing. q Do not use envelopes that do not support envelopes. Whichever input method you with the specifications listed in "Guidelines for your printer...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 19
... when heated to 28 lb). For more than two thickness of paper anywhere along the leading edge. Envelopes should meet the specifications for a single-layer thickness. Moisture content 4 percent to all HP LaserJet printers. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for product...
... when heated to 28 lb). For more than two thickness of paper anywhere along the leading edge. Envelopes should meet the specifications for a single-layer thickness. Moisture content 4 percent to all HP LaserJet printers. Property Basis weight Specifications 64 g/m2 to 105 g/m2 (17 lb to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for product...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 20
... typically consists of the fusing process, and must be specifically designed for HP color LaserJet printers). Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. All materials in this section generally apply to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for laser printers. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Consider the information in laser label stock must not melt or release undesirable emissions when...
... typically consists of the fusing process, and must be specifically designed for HP color LaserJet printers). Guidelines for paper unless otherwise indicated. All materials in this section generally apply to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for laser printers. Not all HP LaserJet printers. Consider the information in laser label stock must not melt or release undesirable emissions when...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 21
Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for laser printing because they can be applied in very thin layers to prevent oozing and contamination, and can be made from peeling off during , or after printing for HP color LaserJet printers). The adhesive and liner must provide adequate ...can be on the print surface. The face sheet is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of the fusing process. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not exceed 0.23 mm (9.0 mils). Zone coating ...
Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for laser printing because they can be applied in very thin layers to prevent oozing and contamination, and can be made from peeling off during , or after printing for HP color LaserJet printers). The adhesive and liner must provide adequate ...can be on the print surface. The face sheet is observed, HP recommends that you discontinue use of the fusing process. CAUTION Property Adhesives Caliper Face sheet Fusing compatibility Liner Packaging Shelf life Specifications Adhesives must not exceed 0.23 mm (9.0 mils). Zone coating ...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 22
...HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW See your HP LaserJet printer user guide for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. CAUTION CAUTION Note Using overhead transparencies Overhead transparency film must be designed specifically for HP color LaserJet printers). Color laser printers also require different film from that came with your printer... requirements. Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with laser printers. Guidelines for product-specific information. Not all HP LaserJet printers; Materials must not discolor, offset, or release ...
...HP color LaserJet printers). 16 Using print media ENWW See your HP LaserJet printer user guide for HP monocrome LaserJet printers. CAUTION CAUTION Note Using overhead transparencies Overhead transparency film must be designed specifically for HP color LaserJet printers). Color laser printers also require different film from that came with your printer... requirements. Overhead transparency materials must be compatible with laser printers. Guidelines for product-specific information. Not all HP LaserJet printers; Materials must not discolor, offset, or release ...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 23
... sheets as duplex printing or duplexing, can damage your printer. Many aftermarket toners do not comply with the manufacturer's original specifications. The laser-printed sheets should have been printed are required for the paper used for the laser printer. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is designed especially for using...
... sheets as duplex printing or duplexing, can damage your printer. Many aftermarket toners do not comply with the manufacturer's original specifications. The laser-printed sheets should have been printed are required for the paper used for the laser printer. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that the manufacturer's recommended toner is designed especially for using...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 28
..."Envelope construction" on page 11 for sealing. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you cannot determine the cause of your print defects by...that offsets or discolors. q Multipart forms. q Print media that are recommended in your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that is related to envelopes, print a sheet of ...undesirable emissions when exposed to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your printer user guide.
..."Envelope construction" on page 11 for sealing. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you cannot determine the cause of your print defects by...that offsets or discolors. q Multipart forms. q Print media that are recommended in your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that is related to envelopes, print a sheet of ...undesirable emissions when exposed to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your printer user guide.
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 29
... or try another ream of talc and calcium carbonate. Paper is specified in the unit with your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that are listed for basis weight in your printer. q Replace the paper in the user paper path or be picked up from the input documentation...
... or try another ream of talc and calcium carbonate. Paper is specified in the unit with your HP LaserJet printer user guide. q Make sure that the paper meets the specifications that are listed for basis weight in your printer. q Replace the paper in the user paper path or be picked up from the input documentation...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 31
... being used. Fuser mode is set the fuser mode to a lower setting. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is too moist, resulting in waviness or q Print to the another output bin, ... in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. If possible, set improperly in the...
... being used. Fuser mode is set the fuser mode to a lower setting. Reducing post-image curl When an HP LaserJet printer prints a sheet of paper, the sheet can develop a curvature that is too moist, resulting in waviness or q Print to the another output bin, ... in heat and moisture. (See "Preparing print media for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in this document. (See "Shipping and storing print media" on page 19.) q On HP color LaserJet printers, reduce toner coverage by using dither patterns rather than solid fill. If possible, set improperly in the...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 37
... by 195 mm A Specifications 31 Use only media that your printer for specific information about the media that is supported. Standard media sizes used in laser printers The following sections list the English and metric dimensions of the most commonly used paper, envelope, and cardstock sizes. See the support documentation that came with your HP LaserJet printer supports.
... by 195 mm A Specifications 31 Use only media that your printer for specific information about the media that is supported. Standard media sizes used in laser printers The following sections list the English and metric dimensions of the most commonly used paper, envelope, and cardstock sizes. See the support documentation that came with your HP LaserJet printer supports.
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 39
HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of smoothness. The following figure compares the different types of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. Gurley S-P-S (3 PSI) (SEC/100 CC) Bekk Bendtsen (1 KG/CM2) (SEC/10 CC) (CC/MIN) Sheffield (CC by 10 -2/MIN) A Specifications 33 Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units.
HP LaserJet printers generally require a smoothness of smoothness. The following figure compares the different types of between 100 and 200 Sheffield. Gurley S-P-S (3 PSI) (SEC/100 CC) Bekk Bendtsen (1 KG/CM2) (SEC/10 CC) (CC/MIN) Sheffield (CC by 10 -2/MIN) A Specifications 33 Comparisons of paper smoothness Smoothness is typically expressed in terms of Sheffield, Gurley, Bekk, or Bendtsen units.