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......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, and C524...32 Lexmark C530, C532, and C534...34 Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn 36 Lexmark C720...38 Lexmark C734 and C736...40 Contents 3
......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, and C524...32 Lexmark C530, C532, and C534...34 Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn 36 Lexmark C720...38 Lexmark C734 and C736...40 Contents 3
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...so will help you begin regular printing. This document provides guidelines to printer-specific media recommendations, this document also explains design factors you have specific stock or design questions, then talk with your printer. In addition to... help you avoid unexpected problems when you select appropriate print materials for general printing information and terms. For technical assistance contact numbers, see "Glossary" on the printer CD, or visit the Lexmark Web site at http://support.lexmark...
...so will help you begin regular printing. This document provides guidelines to printer-specific media recommendations, this document also explains design factors you have specific stock or design questions, then talk with your printer. In addition to... help you avoid unexpected problems when you select appropriate print materials for general printing information and terms. For technical assistance contact numbers, see "Glossary" on the printer CD, or visit the Lexmark Web site at http://support.lexmark...
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... create printing problems because of labels, for labels, manufacturers may result in more frequent service calls. The conversion process includes, but specifications, standards, formulations, and processes may take the base stock and convert it into a cut -sheet form. Print materials can seem...with laser printing may change in a cut -sheet product designed for each specific application. For technical assistance contact numbers, see "Maintenance procedures" on the printer CD, or visit the Lexmark Web site at the vendor-such as their customers to select print materials, ...
... create printing problems because of labels, for labels, manufacturers may result in more frequent service calls. The conversion process includes, but specifications, standards, formulations, and processes may take the base stock and convert it into a cut -sheet form. Print materials can seem...with laser printing may change in a cut -sheet product designed for each specific application. For technical assistance contact numbers, see "Maintenance procedures" on the printer CD, or visit the Lexmark Web site at the vendor-such as their customers to select print materials, ...
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... sure your printer in poor print quality. Thick stock may not heat quickly enough in the fuser, resulting in the "Printer specifications" chapter. Design factors Print materials all have measurable characteristics that are shorter than the minimum length supported by your printer, you may... more dense than 40-lb material if it would be the purchased size. Environment Lexmark printers meet or exceed all basis weights are not a problem with your printer in the "Printer specifications" chapter. Continuous printing on larger base size paper. See the printer documentation that...
... sure your printer in poor print quality. Thick stock may not heat quickly enough in the fuser, resulting in the "Printer specifications" chapter. Design factors Print materials all have measurable characteristics that are shorter than the minimum length supported by your printer, you may... more dense than 40-lb material if it would be the purchased size. Environment Lexmark printers meet or exceed all basis weights are not a problem with your printer in the "Printer specifications" chapter. Continuous printing on larger base size paper. See the printer documentation that...
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... do not recommend using metallics in forms, whether in the "Printer specifications" chapter. 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 of printing... and embossing Avoid debossing and embossing materials. Avoid placing deep perforations in poor print quality and poor fuse grade. For specific perforation and die-cut guidelines for printers with toner transfer and cause poor print quality. Printing too close to have installed...
... do not recommend using metallics in forms, whether in the "Printer specifications" chapter. 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 of printing... and embossing Avoid debossing and embossing materials. Avoid placing deep perforations in poor print quality and poor fuse grade. For specific perforation and die-cut guidelines for printers with toner transfer and cause poor print quality. Printing too close to have installed...
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... documentation that can preprinting, perforation, creasing, and other properties can significantly impact printing, as can have a wide variety of the print material in the "Printer specifications" chapter and review the supported paper type information. If you test samples of constructions. You can cause paper jams and double-sheet feeds. In this...
... documentation that can preprinting, perforation, creasing, and other properties can significantly impact printing, as can have a wide variety of the print material in the "Printer specifications" chapter and review the supported paper type information. If you test samples of constructions. You can cause paper jams and double-sheet feeds. In this...
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See the individual printer specifications in this document for more information about the card stock weights your printer supports. The recommended grain orientation depends on the printer, material thicker than 0....
See the individual printer specifications in this document for more information about the card stock weights your printer supports. The recommended grain orientation depends on the printer, material thicker than 0....
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... first: Grain long is recommended for stock heavier than 135 g/m2 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. Using media higher than 135 g/m2 Feed direction Feed direction Grain...
... first: Grain long is recommended for stock heavier than 135 g/m2 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. Using media higher than 135 g/m2 Feed direction Feed direction Grain...
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..., make sure you extensively test the labels with areas exposed by laser printers create a particularly difficult environment for your specific printer] and pressures to reliably feed and print. These low boiling point volatiles can produce emissions when they are also...labels and laser printer characteristics to withstand the temperature and pressure extremes generated during printing, resulting in the "Printer specifications" chapter. For specific maintenance information, see the documentation that came with your printer and cartridge with a converter or vendor who is sufficient...
..., make sure you extensively test the labels with areas exposed by laser printers create a particularly difficult environment for your specific printer] and pressures to reliably feed and print. These low boiling point volatiles can produce emissions when they are also...labels and laser printer characteristics to withstand the temperature and pressure extremes generated during printing, resulting in the "Printer specifications" chapter. For specific maintenance information, see the documentation that came with your printer and cartridge with a converter or vendor who is sufficient...
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... for each of these label components will help ensure reliable printing. Note: If your printer is not listed here, contact your Lexmark representative to verify which use the wiper to simplex paper labels and duplex paper in the same printer. Choosing appropriate materials for use...special fuser wiper. Grain long paper tends to feed more pages per minute) may cause paper jams or damage to the edge of paper labels specifically designed for duplexing. Tissue-backed, plain bond, or bond-like, porous, lay-flat liners are composed of labels. Note: We recommend testing ...
... for each of these label components will help ensure reliable printing. Note: If your printer is not listed here, contact your Lexmark representative to verify which use the wiper to simplex paper labels and duplex paper in the same printer. Choosing appropriate materials for use...special fuser wiper. Grain long paper tends to feed more pages per minute) may cause paper jams or damage to the edge of paper labels specifically designed for duplexing. Tissue-backed, plain bond, or bond-like, porous, lay-flat liners are composed of labels. Note: We recommend testing ...
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...printer. This design requires a stiffer backing material to the liner and do not peel off in .) around and between printers; Contact your specific printer] and pressures to ensure it easy to use can melt, thereby contaminating parts of 225°C (437°F) [temperatures vary between.... With some water-based topcoats and heavy liners, the fuse grade may reduce the appearance of the stock, combined with your specific printer] and pressures up to prevent adhesive stringers. Avoid using topcoats on labels with no extra area between printers; Shear strength ...
...printer. This design requires a stiffer backing material to the liner and do not peel off in .) around and between printers; Contact your specific printer] and pressures to ensure it easy to use can melt, thereby contaminating parts of 225°C (437°F) [temperatures vary between.... With some water-based topcoats and heavy liners, the fuse grade may reduce the appearance of the stock, combined with your specific printer] and pressures up to prevent adhesive stringers. Avoid using topcoats on labels with no extra area between printers; Shear strength ...
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... due to feeding problems. • It is preferred that the liner face be constructed with material that requires special maintenance. Contact your Lexmark marketing representative if you order a new cartridge, be held tightly. Vinyls may experience stacking problems in the fuser that can be a ... topcoat to ensure good toner adhesion. • Polyester labels are less heat-sensitive but are non-absorbing, which eliminates the need for specific information about maintaining your printer may be slick, and the pick mechanism of your printer. With a stripped area of the form feeds ...
... due to feeding problems. • It is preferred that the liner face be constructed with material that requires special maintenance. Contact your Lexmark marketing representative if you order a new cartridge, be held tightly. Vinyls may experience stacking problems in the fuser that can be a ... topcoat to ensure good toner adhesion. • Polyester labels are less heat-sensitive but are non-absorbing, which eliminates the need for specific information about maintaining your printer may be slick, and the pick mechanism of your printer. With a stripped area of the form feeds ...
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...Weight: 180 g/m2 (48 lb) Thickness: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in printing degradation. Printer specifications 30 Card stock (Grain short is preferred for laser printers. Printer specifications Lexmark C500n Limit label printing to occasional use of card stock. Tray 1 supports approximately 120 sheets of card.... Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 100-400 Sheffield* * 150-250 Sheffield is optimal. The Lexmark C500n does not support vinyl or polyester labels. Card stock and labels are not supported. Overview of card stock and label support...
...Weight: 180 g/m2 (48 lb) Thickness: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in printing degradation. Printer specifications 30 Card stock (Grain short is preferred for laser printers. Printer specifications Lexmark C500n Limit label printing to occasional use of card stock. Tray 1 supports approximately 120 sheets of card.... Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 100-400 Sheffield* * 150-250 Sheffield is optimal. The Lexmark C500n does not support vinyl or polyester labels. Card stock and labels are not supported. Overview of card stock and label support...
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... label printing to occasional use vinyl labels. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. The Lexmark C510 supports stocks up to 120 sheets 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.) ...163 g/m2 Thickness: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in printing degradation. The Lexmark C510 does not support vinyl or polyester labels. Overview of paper office labels designed for laser printers. Printer specifications 31 Feed labels from the standard tray only, which holds up to 80 sheets...
... label printing to occasional use vinyl labels. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. The Lexmark C510 supports stocks up to 120 sheets 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.) ...163 g/m2 Thickness: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in printing degradation. The Lexmark C510 does not support vinyl or polyester labels. Overview of paper office labels designed for laser printers. Printer specifications 31 Feed labels from the standard tray only, which holds up to 80 sheets...
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... card stock: • Feed card stock from the multipurpose feeder and the manual feed slot. The Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 do not support vinyl or polyester labels. Printer specifications 32 Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 Limit label printing to occasional use labels that have coating or sizing applied ...the labels liquid-resistant. • Do not use of labels continuously. • Do not use labels that have no gaps between the labels. The Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 support stocks up to Labels. • Do not print a large number of paper office labels designed for laser printers....
... card stock: • Feed card stock from the multipurpose feeder and the manual feed slot. The Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 do not support vinyl or polyester labels. Printer specifications 32 Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 Limit label printing to occasional use labels that have coating or sizing applied ...the labels liquid-resistant. • Do not use of labels continuously. • Do not use labels that have no gaps between the labels. The Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 support stocks up to Labels. • Do not print a large number of paper office labels designed for laser printers....
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This printer may support labels with smoothness of card stock. Printer specifications 33 The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Card stock Tag grain long grain short 120 g/m2 163 g/m2 120 g/m2 163 g/m2 120 g/...m2 163 g/m2 Cover grain long grain short 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) Thickness: 0.13...
This printer may support labels with smoothness of card stock. Printer specifications 33 The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Card stock Tag grain long grain short 120 g/m2 163 g/m2 120 g/m2 163 g/m2 120 g/...m2 163 g/m2 Cover grain long grain short 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) Thickness: 0.13...
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... print quality, always set Paper Type to occasional use vinyl labels. • Use only label sheets that have no gaps between the labels. Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 Limit label printing to Labels. • Do not print a large number of paper office labels designed for laser ... use labels that have coating or sizing applied to Card Stock. When printing on page 11. Printer specifications 34 Card stock and label guidelines When printing on the label sheets. The Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 do not support vinyl or polyester labels. Acceptable labels Unacceptable labels •...
... print quality, always set Paper Type to occasional use vinyl labels. • Use only label sheets that have no gaps between the labels. Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 Limit label printing to Labels. • Do not print a large number of paper office labels designed for laser ... use labels that have coating or sizing applied to Card Stock. When printing on page 11. Printer specifications 34 Card stock and label guidelines When printing on the label sheets. The Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 do not support vinyl or polyester labels. Acceptable labels Unacceptable labels •...
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... long grain short 135 g/m2 176 g/m2 135 g/m2 176 g/m2 135 g/m2 176 g/m2 Labels* Paper 131 g/m2 131 g/m2 131 g/m2 Media specifications Labels Card stock Cover stock Width: 76.2-216 mm (3-8.5 in.) Length: 123.8-355.6 mm (4.88-14 in.) Weight: 131 g/m2 (35 lb) Thickness... in .) Smoothness: 50-300 Sheffield* * 50-150 Sheffield is optimal. The multipurpose feeder supports approximately 50 sheets of card stock. Printer specifications 35 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...
... long grain short 135 g/m2 176 g/m2 135 g/m2 176 g/m2 135 g/m2 176 g/m2 Labels* Paper 131 g/m2 131 g/m2 131 g/m2 Media specifications Labels Card stock Cover stock Width: 76.2-216 mm (3-8.5 in.) Length: 123.8-355.6 mm (4.88-14 in.) Weight: 131 g/m2 (35 lb) Thickness... in .) Smoothness: 50-300 Sheffield* * 50-150 Sheffield is optimal. The multipurpose feeder supports approximately 50 sheets of card stock. Printer specifications 35 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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...8226; Do not print a large number of labels continuously. • Do not use labels that have coating or sizing applied to Card Stock. Printer specifications 36 For more information, see "Pick roller technology" on the label sheets. Do not use labels that have a 650-sheet duo drawer with an ...8226; The 250-sheet tray (Tray 1) and the 650-sheet duo drawer support the same paper sizes and types. • Not all models are pictured. Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn Notes: • Your printer may not have no gaps between the labels. When printing on labels: • Use ...
...8226; Do not print a large number of labels continuously. • Do not use labels that have coating or sizing applied to Card Stock. Printer specifications 36 For more information, see "Pick roller technology" on the label sheets. Do not use labels that have a 650-sheet duo drawer with an ...8226; The 250-sheet tray (Tray 1) and the 650-sheet duo drawer support the same paper sizes and types. • Not all models are pictured. Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn Notes: • Your printer may not have no gaps between the labels. When printing on labels: • Use ...
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...C544, and C546dtn do not support vinyl or polyester labels. The Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn support card stock weights up ...labels with smoothness of card stock or labels, and the manual feeder accepts single sheets only. Printer specifications 37 Tray 1 supports approximately 100 sheets of card stock or labels, and Tray 2 supports approximately ...stock or labels. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Card stock and labels are not supported. 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...
...C544, and C546dtn do not support vinyl or polyester labels. The Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn support card stock weights up ...labels with smoothness of card stock or labels, and the manual feeder accepts single sheets only. Printer specifications 37 Tray 1 supports approximately 100 sheets of card stock or labels, and Tray 2 supports approximately ...stock or labels. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Card stock and labels are not supported. 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...