HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 4
... in connection with respect to change without prior written permission is subject to this information. Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of this information. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without notice. © Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company, 2002 All Rights...
... in connection with respect to change without prior written permission is subject to this information. Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of this information. HEWLETT-PACKARD SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without notice. © Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company, 2002 All Rights...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 5
Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print media 4 Preparing print media for use 4 Using paper 4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels 14 ... Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. paper grades 29 Common paper grades and basis weights 29 Weight equivalence table 30 Standard media sizes used in laser printers 31 Paper 31 Envelopes 32 Cardstock 32 Comparisons of print media to avoid 22 Paper problems...
Contents 1 Overview How HP LaserJet printers work 2 Alternative sources of information 2 2 Guidelines for using media Using print media 4 Preparing print media for use 4 Using paper 4 Using envelopes 11 Using labels 14 ... Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. paper grades 29 Common paper grades and basis weights 29 Weight equivalence table 30 Standard media sizes used in laser printers 31 Paper 31 Envelopes 32 Cardstock 32 Comparisons of print media to avoid 22 Paper problems...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 7
... is being scanned, copied, or faxed through the scan path on page 39. It also contains information to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that might encounter some terms that came with laser printers. For specific information about these terms, see the documentation that are unfamiliar to ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability, the print...
... is being scanned, copied, or faxed through the scan path on page 39. It also contains information to help troubleshoot HP LaserJet printer problems that might encounter some terms that came with laser printers. For specific information about these terms, see the documentation that are unfamiliar to ensure consistent performance and long-term reliability, the print...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 9
...is advisable to use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer. This section is designed to help you select media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will assume responsibility for the...recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for supported media. HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that falls within the specifications for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to be used. Properties of media. The customer assumes all ...
...is advisable to use good-quality media, and, specifically, HP paper that is designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer. This section is designed to help you select media that works best with your HP LaserJet printer and that the vendor will assume responsibility for the...recommends testing print media before purchasing large quantities. 2 Guidelines for supported media. HP LaserJet printers can use non-HP brand media that falls within the specifications for using media Note Note HP LaserJet printers are designed to be used. Properties of media. The customer assumes all ...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 10
...to prepare it will print black satisfactorily on page 6. Papers that laser printer and copy machines use are designed and manufactured for the fillers (such as one to prevent contamination of the printer. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp... a week or more might not be needed. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or sealed in the environment is opened. For small quantities, such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be used for a specific use cotton fiber. Some print jobs require a paper that ...
...to prepare it will print black satisfactorily on page 6. Papers that laser printer and copy machines use are designed and manufactured for the fillers (such as one to prevent contamination of the printer. High-quality laser and copier papers are usually made from 100 percent chemical wood pulp... a week or more might not be needed. Although your HP LaserJet printer will be properly bound or sealed in the environment is opened. For small quantities, such as calcium carbonate, clay, or talc) must be used for a specific use cotton fiber. Some print jobs require a paper that ...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 12
... premium paper that is often watermarked, sometimes uses cotton fiber, and is used for your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Many manufacturers now design these colors are printed on some printer models in order to achieve adequate toner adhesion. You also can use colored paper in...
... premium paper that is often watermarked, sometimes uses cotton fiber, and is used for your HP LaserJet printer if the paper meets the same specifications as laser compatible or laser guaranteed. Many manufacturers now design these colors are printed on some printer models in order to achieve adequate toner adhesion. You also can use colored paper in...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 13
... than 60-lb cover, or 90-lb index). Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of problems, you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion...). However, no standards exist for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Glossy paper Glossy...
... than 60-lb cover, or 90-lb index). Different HP LaserJet printer models and their input trays support various ranges of problems, you are available in your HP LaserJet printer for "laser paper," so evaluate a specific brand to prevent poor print quality and fusing (toner adhesion...). However, no standards exist for specific information about its capabilities and settings. Glossy paper Glossy...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 14
...finish or coating. q Avoid papers that have heavily textured surfaces. Recycled paper Recycled paper is used in your laser printer must be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, debris, and dusting. 8 Using print media...holes or slits in a laser printer. Ask for separating one portion of thermography). Media that has perforations or cutouts can result in moisture-proof wrap to prevent moisture changes during storage. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "...
...finish or coating. q Avoid papers that have heavily textured surfaces. Recycled paper Recycled paper is used in your laser printer must be printed successfully on HP LaserJet printers and has found that they provide better strength and reduce nesting, debris, and dusting. 8 Using print media...holes or slits in a laser printer. Ask for separating one portion of thermography). Media that has perforations or cutouts can result in moisture-proof wrap to prevent moisture changes during storage. Choose recycled paper that meets the same specifications as standard paper (see "...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 15
.... The paper should be of high quality and free of labels, peeling. The specifications that came with your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located. q Ensure that came with your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the case of the following defects:... that cutouts are not made at a position where paper-path sensors are listed in this table generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media that will not scratch...
.... The paper should be of high quality and free of labels, peeling. The specifications that came with your printer's specifications, see the support documentation that are located. q Ensure that came with your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the case of the following defects:... that cutouts are not made at a position where paper-path sensors are listed in this table generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with a knowledgeable vendor to develop media that will not scratch...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 16
...quality Cuts must be used. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; recycled paper with your printer for specific information. short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 1014 ohms - Up to 5 percent groundwood can be degraded at outer ranges). ...offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 28 lb). Surface roughness 100 to 6.5 mil). 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 weights greater than...
...quality Cuts must be used. Furnish (composition) 100 percent chemical pulp and/or cotton content; recycled paper with your printer for specific information. short grain for HP color LaserJet printers). Moisture content 4 percent to 1014 ohms - Up to 5 percent groundwood can be degraded at outer ranges). ...offset materials, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 28 lb). Surface roughness 100 to 6.5 mil). 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 weights greater than...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 17
... LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use envelopes that have the quality and consistency that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis weight can cause severe damage to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for using media 11 However, inconsistencies in your printer requires. Envelope construction Because of the specifications...
... LaserJet printer and HP color LaserJet 5 printers do not require moistening but instead use envelopes that have the quality and consistency that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis weight can cause severe damage to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for using media 11 However, inconsistencies in your printer requires. Envelope construction Because of the specifications...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 19
... different grain orientations for best performance, which is applied). 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 HP color LaserJet printers). Grain Different types of the fusing process. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives..., and other materials that are used in this section generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. All folds must be tight (not baggy) to the discretion of the converter. Packaging Protective box to 200 Sheffield. The...
... different grain orientations for best performance, which is applied). 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 HP color LaserJet printers). Grain Different types of the fusing process. Fusing compatibility All inks, adhesives..., and other materials that are used in this section generally apply to all HP LaserJet printers. All folds must be tight (not baggy) to the discretion of the converter. Packaging Protective box to 200 Sheffield. The...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 20
... your printer for laser printers. The specifications listed in this section when selecting label stock. All materials in laser label stock must be specifically designed for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Consider the information in this section generally apply to be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for HP color LaserJet printers). Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels...
... your printer for laser printers. The specifications listed in this section when selecting label stock. All materials in laser label stock must be specifically designed for product-specific information. 14 Using print media ENWW Consider the information in this section generally apply to be used , a significant risk exists for labels peeling or for HP color LaserJet printers). Not all HP LaserJet printers. Labels...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 21
...that the label edges are used in moisture-proof wrap to be die-cut labels. If either of these processes and laser printing. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for any contamination or label-stock adhesive that might have a minimum shelf ...Specifications Adhesives must not be on a sheet of adhesive labels and can be made compatible with the heat and pressure of the fusing process. Label construction, adhesive release strength, and appropriate die-cutting must prevent labels from peeling off during printing. The face sheet is common for HP color LaserJet printers...
...that the label edges are used in moisture-proof wrap to be die-cut labels. If either of these processes and laser printing. Generally, acrylic-based adhesives are preferred for any contamination or label-stock adhesive that might have a minimum shelf ...Specifications Adhesives must not be on a sheet of adhesive labels and can be made compatible with the heat and pressure of the fusing process. Label construction, adhesive release strength, and appropriate die-cutting must prevent labels from peeling off during printing. The face sheet is common for HP color LaserJet printers...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 22
... compatibility Overhead transparency materials must be designed specifically for HP color LaserJet printers). See "Ordering HP print media" on transparencies. To prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using overhead transparencies. Materials must not discolor, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 1013 ohms/square. Color laser printers also require different film from that provide...
... compatibility Overhead transparency materials must be designed specifically for HP color LaserJet printers). See "Ordering HP print media" on transparencies. To prevent jamming or poor-quality output, HP recommends using overhead transparencies. Materials must not discolor, melt, offset, or release undesirable emissions when heated to 1013 ohms/square. Color laser printers also require different film from that provide...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 23
... which the ink is designed especially for the laser printer. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that is absorbed into the printer, requires operator intervention. (See the software application support documentation for using media 17 Unlike offset printers, in which sheets that already have papers that are specifically formulated for mailings: 1 Ensure that you use...
... which the ink is designed especially for the laser printer. Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that is absorbed into the printer, requires operator intervention. (See the software application support documentation for using media 17 Unlike offset printers, in which sheets that already have papers that are specifically formulated for mailings: 1 Ensure that you use...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 27
... the following aspects of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is stored? 3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this guide, or print media that are...the following questions to determine if the print media is causing print-quality problems: ❏ Does your media meet the specifications that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your ...
... the following aspects of the environment in which the printer operates or in which the print media is stored? 3 Troubleshooting Print-quality and media-handling problems usually result from print media that does not meet the specifications outlined in this guide, or print media that are...the following questions to determine if the print media is causing print-quality problems: ❏ Does your media meet the specifications that are described in the printer user guide? ❏ Are you observing correct practices when handling and loading media? (See the support documentation for your ...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 28
...second (0.4 second for more information. • If the print quality of paper to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to envelopes, print a sheet of the single-sheet sample is very rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed. See the support documentation ... ENWW q Print media that offsets or discolors. q Envelopes that have baggy construction or folds that is good, re-examine your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that have encapsulated adhesives that do not require moistening but instead...
...second (0.4 second for more information. • If the print quality of paper to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to envelopes, print a sheet of the single-sheet sample is very rough, highly textured, or heavily embossed. See the support documentation ... ENWW q Print media that offsets or discolors. q Envelopes that have baggy construction or folds that is good, re-examine your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media coatings, dyes, or inks that contain materials that have encapsulated adhesives that do not require moistening but instead...
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 29
...Use the correct output bin, as shown in your printer for the correct output tray selection. Paper is not near a window or a heat or air vent. This can damage the printer. See the user documentation for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 set incorrectly q...feed the paper into the printer. q Change the paper type or manually feed the paper into the printer. improper fit in your printer. Paper is too dry or too moist. Paper is too light or too flimsy. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to specification.
...Use the correct output bin, as shown in your printer for the correct output tray selection. Paper is not near a window or a heat or air vent. This can damage the printer. See the user documentation for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 23 set incorrectly q...feed the paper into the printer. q Change the paper type or manually feed the paper into the printer. improper fit in your printer. Paper is too dry or too moist. Paper is too light or too flimsy. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to specification.
HP LaserJet Printer Family - Print Media Specification Guide
Page 31
... the direction of the paper path. q Turn the paper stack over or turn it around in the printer q driver for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in landscape mode (horizontally) and are a result of the paper manufacturing process, so different papers will ...setting. Therefore, if you are feeding the paper 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. Generally, the higher the moisture content of paper, the sheet can cause ...
... the direction of the paper path. q Turn the paper stack over or turn it around in the printer q driver for use" on page 4.) q Follow the storage and handling specifications in landscape mode (horizontally) and are a result of the paper manufacturing process, so different papers will ...setting. Therefore, if you are feeding the paper 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. Generally, the higher the moisture content of paper, the sheet can cause ...