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... Offset powders...18 Labels 19 Label characteristics...19 Printing on labels...19 Duplexing paper labels...19 Label components...21 Label design guidelines...23 Printer specifications 30 Lexmark C500n...30 Lexmark C510...31 Lexmark C520, C522, C524...32 Lexmark C530, C532, and C534...34 Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn...36 Lexmark C720...38 Lexmark C734, C736...40 Contents 3
... Offset powders...18 Labels 19 Label characteristics...19 Printing on labels...19 Duplexing paper labels...19 Label components...21 Label design guidelines...23 Printer specifications 30 Lexmark C500n...30 Lexmark C510...31 Lexmark C520, C522, C524...32 Lexmark C530, C532, and C534...34 Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn...36 Lexmark C720...38 Lexmark C734, C736...40 Contents 3
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... you avoid unexpected problems when you have specific stock or design questions, talk with your printer. In addition to printer-specific media recommendations, this document also explains design factors you select appropriate print materials for the following Lexmark laser printers. Overview 7 For definitions of...W840, W850 4035 5W X203, X204, X215, X264, X363, X364, X422, X463, X464, X466, X500, X502, X543, X544, X546dtn, X560(n), X642e, X644e, X646e, X651, X652, X654, X656, X658, X734, X736, X738, X850, X852e, X854e, X860e, X862e, X864e, X940, X945 The information supplied here ...
... you avoid unexpected problems when you have specific stock or design questions, talk with your printer. In addition to printer-specific media recommendations, this document also explains design factors you select appropriate print materials for the following Lexmark laser printers. Overview 7 For definitions of...W840, W850 4035 5W X203, X204, X215, X264, X363, X364, X422, X463, X464, X466, X500, X502, X543, X544, X546dtn, X560(n), X642e, X644e, X646e, X651, X652, X654, X656, X658, X734, X736, X738, X850, X852e, X854e, X860e, X862e, X864e, X940, X945 The information supplied here ...
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...costly mistakes. Converters take a base stock and convert it on the printer CD, or visit the Lexmark Web site at the vendor-such as their customers' specifications. Print volumes Printing numerous sheets of card stock or labels in a short period of time can... can seem complex. Note: Labels or papers that critical factors at support.lexmark.com. Unfortunately, it into a cut -sheet form. Most businesses follow accepted industry conventions, but is for each specific application. For technical assistance contact numbers, see "Maintenance procedures" on one facet...
...costly mistakes. Converters take a base stock and convert it on the printer CD, or visit the Lexmark Web site at the vendor-such as their customers' specifications. Print volumes Printing numerous sheets of card stock or labels in a short period of time can... can seem complex. Note: Labels or papers that critical factors at support.lexmark.com. Unfortunately, it into a cut -sheet form. Most businesses follow accepted industry conventions, but is for each specific application. For technical assistance contact numbers, see "Maintenance procedures" on one facet...
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... within the range of paper (one ream). However, the weight is thicker, heavier, and more dense may not be placed in the "Printer specifications" chapter. The 24-lb bond paper is determined based on a range of stock weights, but would only weigh five pounds. The metric measurement ...ream would be able to link two forms together when printing multiple forms. An optional Universally Adjustable Tray designed for the Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T printer families prints on the standard size of grams per square meter (g/m2) is a more consistent way to compare weights and has been ...
... within the range of paper (one ream). However, the weight is thicker, heavier, and more dense may not be placed in the "Printer specifications" chapter. The 24-lb bond paper is determined based on a range of stock weights, but would only weigh five pounds. The metric measurement ...ream would be able to link two forms together when printing multiple forms. An optional Universally Adjustable Tray designed for the Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T printer families prints on the standard size of grams per square meter (g/m2) is a more consistent way to compare weights and has been ...
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...top and bottom of the form and 6.35 mm (0.25 in the "Printer specifications" chapter. Printing too close to avoid nesting problems. For more reliably than the corner buckler system used by any unauthorized (non-Lexmark) servicer • operation of a product beyond the limit of its duty ... you are printing bar codes. The auto compensator has two rollers that could cause nesting and tenting should fall outside of Lexmark specifications • use of non-Lexmark supplies (such as specified (if applicable) • use micro-perfs to embossments results in these areas since the media may...
...top and bottom of the form and 6.35 mm (0.25 in the "Printer specifications" chapter. Printing too close to avoid nesting problems. For more reliably than the corner buckler system used by any unauthorized (non-Lexmark) servicer • operation of a product beyond the limit of its duty ... you are printing bar codes. The auto compensator has two rollers that could cause nesting and tenting should fall outside of Lexmark specifications • use of non-Lexmark supplies (such as specified (if applicable) • use micro-perfs to embossments results in these areas since the media may...
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...). If the paper is too thick, then there may cause nesting, or interlocking, which can have a wide variety of the print material in the "Printer specifications" chapter and review the supported paper type information. The reason the cover stock is heavier is because before the two types of paper were cut...
...). If the paper is too thick, then there may cause nesting, or interlocking, which can have a wide variety of the print material in the "Printer specifications" chapter and review the supported paper type information. The reason the cover stock is heavier is because before the two types of paper were cut...
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... grain short, running the width of the paper, or grain long, running the length of the paper. See your printer supports. See the individual printer specifications in . The orientation of the grain contributes to determine the weight of any card stock you currently use. The recommended grain orientation depends on the...
... grain short, running the width of the paper, or grain long, running the length of the paper. See your printer supports. See the individual printer specifications in . The orientation of the grain contributes to determine the weight of any card stock you currently use. The recommended grain orientation depends on the...
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...heavier than 135 g/m2 Feed direction Grain direction Grain short is recommended for stock lighter than 300 Sheffield could result in "Printer specifications" on card stock significantly affect toner adhesion (fuse grade), print quality, and feed reliability. We recommend smoothness to the paper ...properly; Card stock 17 Using media higher than 135 g/m2 Feed direction Grain direction See the individual printer specifications in printing degradation. Coatings Surface texture and coatings on page 30 for more information about the recommended grain direction for the best...
...heavier than 135 g/m2 Feed direction Grain direction Grain short is recommended for stock lighter than 300 Sheffield could result in "Printer specifications" on card stock significantly affect toner adhesion (fuse grade), print quality, and feed reliability. We recommend smoothness to the paper ...properly; Card stock 17 Using media higher than 135 g/m2 Feed direction Grain direction See the individual printer specifications in printing degradation. Coatings Surface texture and coatings on page 30 for more information about the recommended grain direction for the best...
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... and cartridge with adhesive and can print on one or both sides of labels you use labels suitable for printing labels. For specific maintenance information, see the documentation that volatile emissions from the label, up to 25 psi can be present on both sides of... difficult print materials for your application. Heavy label stock can also cause printer contamination, and may result in the "Printer specifications" chapter. Printing on your printer. Labels 19 We recommend that came with areas exposed by laser printers create a particularly difficult environment for...
... and cartridge with adhesive and can print on one or both sides of labels you use labels suitable for printing labels. For specific maintenance information, see the documentation that volatile emissions from the label, up to 25 psi can be present on both sides of... difficult print materials for your application. Heavy label stock can also cause printer contamination, and may result in the "Printer specifications" chapter. Printing on your printer. Labels 19 We recommend that came with areas exposed by laser printers create a particularly difficult environment for...
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... Fuser wiper part number 99A1082 T620 and T622 T630, T632 and T634 18A1467 56P2109 T64x, X644e, and X646e T65x and X65x 40X2666 40X2666 The wiper makes it performs satisfactorily. Labels may ... or backing, is the material onto which the label is not listed here, contact your Lexmark representative to verify which tends to curl more easily. In addition, you must install a .... Label components Labels are preferred. Labels 21 Liners constructed for each of paper labels specifically designed for use the wiper to simplex paper labels and duplex paper in earlier printer models...
... Fuser wiper part number 99A1082 T620 and T622 T630, T632 and T634 18A1467 56P2109 T64x, X644e, and X646e T65x and X65x 40X2666 40X2666 The wiper makes it performs satisfactorily. Labels may ... or backing, is the material onto which the label is not listed here, contact your Lexmark representative to verify which tends to curl more easily. In addition, you must install a .... Label components Labels are preferred. Labels 21 Liners constructed for each of paper labels specifically designed for use the wiper to simplex paper labels and duplex paper in earlier printer models...
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...damage when the sheet is adequate so labels stay attached to ensure it easier to the face sheet. Contact your forms supplier for your specific printer] and pressures up to 25 psi. Carefully test the stock to the liner and do not peel off in the fuser, ... and cartridge contamination. Label design guidelines Labels with adhesive that emit hazardous fumes when heated or exposed to prevent fuser damage. Labels with your specific printer] and pressures to 225°C (437°F) [temperatures vary between the labels) removed to make it functions satisfactorily with heavier liners....
...damage when the sheet is adequate so labels stay attached to ensure it easier to the face sheet. Contact your forms supplier for your specific printer] and pressures up to 25 psi. Carefully test the stock to the liner and do not peel off in the fuser, ... and cartridge contamination. Label design guidelines Labels with adhesive that emit hazardous fumes when heated or exposed to prevent fuser damage. Labels with your specific printer] and pressures to 225°C (437°F) [temperatures vary between the labels) removed to make it functions satisfactorily with heavier liners....
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... that the 1.6-mm tolerance be unable to successfully move all four edges. Due to the unique construction of your printer. Backings for specific information about maintaining your printer may be held tightly. Jamming and misfeeds increase when oil is highly possible that the liner face be... of the liner while it is recommended that requires special maintenance. Vinyls are similar to vinyl labels. For Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T printers, a leading and trailing edge stripped area is recommended to prevent adhesive being close to the edge, which can contaminate your...
... that the 1.6-mm tolerance be unable to successfully move all four edges. Due to the unique construction of your printer. Backings for specific information about maintaining your printer may be held tightly. Jamming and misfeeds increase when oil is highly possible that the liner face be... of the liner while it is recommended that requires special maintenance. Vinyls are similar to vinyl labels. For Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T printers, a leading and trailing edge stripped area is recommended to prevent adhesive being close to the edge, which can contaminate your...
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...or polyester labels. The Lexmark C500n supports 90-210-g/m2 (24-55-lb) stock. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Weight: 163-g/m2 (90-lb) Index Bristol 163-g/m2(100-lb) Tag Up to 210-g/m2 (78-lb) Cover Printer specifications 30 Tray 1 supports ...: 123.8-355.6 mm (4.88-14 in.) Weight: 180 g/m2 (48 lb) Thickness: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in printing degradation. Printer specifications Lexmark C500n Limit label printing to occasional use of card stock. Card stock and labels are not supported. Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result...
...or polyester labels. The Lexmark C500n supports 90-210-g/m2 (24-55-lb) stock. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Weight: 163-g/m2 (90-lb) Index Bristol 163-g/m2(100-lb) Tag Up to 210-g/m2 (78-lb) Cover Printer specifications 30 Tray 1 supports ...: 123.8-355.6 mm (4.88-14 in.) Weight: 180 g/m2 (48 lb) Thickness: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in printing degradation. Printer specifications Lexmark C500n Limit label printing to occasional use of card stock. Card stock and labels are not supported. Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result...
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...Tag (100 lb) Weight: Up to 176 g/m2. The Lexmark C510 does not support vinyl or polyester labels. The Lexmark C510 supports stocks up to occasional use of labels or up to 176 g/m2 (65 lb) Printer specifications 31 The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Using media... is optimal. For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide on the publications CD. Overview of card stock. Media specifications Labels Card stock Cover stock Width: 105-216 mm (4.1-8.5 in.) Length: 220-297 mm (8.7-11.7 in.) Weight: 120-163 g/m2 Thickness: ...
...Tag (100 lb) Weight: Up to 176 g/m2. The Lexmark C510 does not support vinyl or polyester labels. The Lexmark C510 supports stocks up to occasional use of labels or up to 176 g/m2 (65 lb) Printer specifications 31 The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Using media... is optimal. For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide on the publications CD. Overview of card stock. Media specifications Labels Card stock Cover stock Width: 105-216 mm (4.1-8.5 in.) Length: 220-297 mm (8.7-11.7 in.) Weight: 120-163 g/m2 Thickness: ...
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...; Do not use vinyl labels. • Use only label sheets that have no gaps between the labels. When printing on the label sheets. Lexmark C520, C522, C524 Printer specifications 32 Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive on card stock: • Feed card stock from Tray 1 only. • Use only paper...
...; Do not use vinyl labels. • Use only label sheets that have no gaps between the labels. When printing on the label sheets. Lexmark C520, C522, C524 Printer specifications 32 Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive on card stock: • Feed card stock from Tray 1 only. • Use only paper...
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...specifications 33 The multipurpose feeder supports approximately 50 sheets of paper office labels designed for laser printers. Weight: Up to 163 g/m2 Index Bristol (90 lb) Up to 163 g/m2 Tag (100 lb) Weight: Up to 176 g/m2. Card stock is optimal. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. The Lexmark... 120 g/m2/163 g/m2 Cover 135 g/m2/176 g/m2 135 g/m2/176 g/m2 135 g/m2/176 g/m2 Labels* Paper - - 135 g/m2 Media specifications Labels Card Stock Cover Stock Width: 105-216 mm (4.1-8.5 in.) Length: 220-297 mm (8.7-11.7 in.) Weight: 120-163 g/m2 (32-43 lb)...
...specifications 33 The multipurpose feeder supports approximately 50 sheets of paper office labels designed for laser printers. Weight: Up to 163 g/m2 Index Bristol (90 lb) Up to 163 g/m2 Tag (100 lb) Weight: Up to 176 g/m2. Card stock is optimal. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. The Lexmark... 120 g/m2/163 g/m2 Cover 135 g/m2/176 g/m2 135 g/m2/176 g/m2 135 g/m2/176 g/m2 Labels* Paper - - 135 g/m2 Media specifications Labels Card Stock Cover Stock Width: 105-216 mm (4.1-8.5 in.) Length: 220-297 mm (8.7-11.7 in.) Weight: 120-163 g/m2 (32-43 lb)...
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...make the labels liquid-resistant. • Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive on labels: • Use only paper labels. Printer specifications 34 Acceptable labels Unacceptable labels • Recommended labels are Avery 5260. • From the operator panel or from MarkVision Professional, set the ...labels that have coating or sizing applied to Labels. • Do not print a large number of paper office labels designed for laser printers. Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 Limit label printing to occasional use of labels continuously. • Do not use vinyl labels. • Use ...
...make the labels liquid-resistant. • Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive on labels: • Use only paper labels. Printer specifications 34 Acceptable labels Unacceptable labels • Recommended labels are Avery 5260. • From the operator panel or from MarkVision Professional, set the ...labels that have coating or sizing applied to Labels. • Do not print a large number of paper office labels designed for laser printers. Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 Limit label printing to occasional use of labels continuously. • Do not use vinyl labels. • Use ...
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...: 123.8-355.6 mm (4.88-14 in.) Weight: 131 g/m2 (35 lb) Thickness: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in printing degradation. Printer specifications 35 Tray 1 supports approximately 120 sheets of card stock, and Tray 2 supports approximately 250 sheets of card stock or labels and the manual feed slot...300 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 100-400 Sheffield* * 150-250 Sheffield is optimal. Card stock and labels are not supported. The Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 support stocks up to 176 g/m2 For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide...
...: 123.8-355.6 mm (4.88-14 in.) Weight: 131 g/m2 (35 lb) Thickness: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in printing degradation. Printer specifications 35 Tray 1 supports approximately 120 sheets of card stock, and Tray 2 supports approximately 250 sheets of card stock or labels and the manual feed slot...300 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 100-400 Sheffield* * 150-250 Sheffield is optimal. Card stock and labels are not supported. The Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 support stocks up to 176 g/m2 For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide...
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When printing on labels: • Use only paper labels. Printer specifications 36 Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn Notes: • Your printer may not have a 650-sheet duo drawer with an integrated multipurpose feeder. • The 250-sheet ...
When printing on labels: • Use only paper labels. Printer specifications 36 Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn Notes: • Your printer may not have a 650-sheet duo drawer with an integrated multipurpose feeder. • The 250-sheet ...
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... 200 sheets of card stock or labels, and the manual feed slot accepts single sheets only. Capacity varies depending on the publications CD. Media specifications Labels Width: 105-216 mm (4.1-8.5 in.) Length: 148-356 mm (5.8-14 in.) Weight: 131 g/m2 (35 lb bond) Thickness: 0.13...designed for laser printers. For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide on label material and construction. Printer specifications 37 The Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn support card stock weights up to 176 g/m2 131 g/m2 * Vinyl labels are supported from Tray ...
... 200 sheets of card stock or labels, and the manual feed slot accepts single sheets only. Capacity varies depending on the publications CD. Media specifications Labels Width: 105-216 mm (4.1-8.5 in.) Length: 148-356 mm (5.8-14 in.) Weight: 131 g/m2 (35 lb bond) Thickness: 0.13...designed for laser printers. For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide on label material and construction. Printer specifications 37 The Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn support card stock weights up to 176 g/m2 131 g/m2 * Vinyl labels are supported from Tray ...