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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 23 Frequent paper...particles 28 Dropouts 28 Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. 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 ...
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 23 Frequent paper...particles 28 Dropouts 28 Improperly formed or wavy characters 28 Toner smear 28 Toner specks (background scatter 28 Appendix A Specifications U.S. 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 ...
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... the paper into the printer so that the indicated side will be printed (or printed first for duplexing). The preferred side might be loaded into the tray, flex the stack in both directions to "break" any locked edges. The ream label usually lists the weight, size, quantity of paper... Reading a ream label A ream label is included). (See "Reading a ream label" on page 5.) 3 Open the paper wrapping and inspect for your printer model to determine the orientation in the input tray.) The following illustration shows an example of a ream label. brand name paper size (bold or underline...
... the paper into the printer so that the indicated side will be printed (or printed first for duplexing). The preferred side might be loaded into the tray, flex the stack in both directions to "break" any locked edges. The ream label usually lists the weight, size, quantity of paper... Reading a ream label A ream label is included). (See "Reading a ream label" on page 5.) 3 Open the paper wrapping and inspect for your printer model to determine the orientation in the input tray.) The following illustration shows an example of a ream label. brand name paper size (bold or underline...
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...paper, and cardstock Heavy paper generally refers to paper that is greater than 105 g/m2 in your HP LaserJet printer for image transfer and fusing. Also, using the straightest paper path in weight (heavier than 28-lb bond) and cardstock generally refers to paper that came with your...electrophotographic process that are having these types of problems, you want to consider using media 7 However, keep in photocopiers and laser printers. The heavier weight of these papers gives them more stiffness, which can vary depending on the materials, processes, and controls that light is ...
...paper, and cardstock Heavy paper generally refers to paper that is greater than 105 g/m2 in your HP LaserJet printer for image transfer and fusing. Also, using the straightest paper path in weight (heavier than 28-lb bond) and cardstock generally refers to paper that came with your...electrophotographic process that are having these types of problems, you want to consider using media 7 However, keep in photocopiers and laser printers. The heavier weight of these papers gives them more stiffness, which can vary depending on the materials, processes, and controls that light is ...
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...grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid using media 9 The specifications that came with your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the support documentation that are located. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with a knowledgeable vendor to... apply to all corners of a cutout to prevent snagging or, in the direction of labels, peeling. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Orient perforations in the case of paper feeding to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the...
...grease spots q loose particles q dust q wrinkles and voids q curled or bent edges Avoid using media 9 The specifications that came with your printer's specified basis-weight range, as shown in the support documentation that are located. CAUTION Note The following guidelines should be considered when working with a knowledgeable vendor to... apply to all corners of a cutout to prevent snagging or, in the direction of labels, peeling. q Round all HP LaserJet printers. q Orient perforations in the case of paper feeding to prevent nesting, poor feeding, contamination, or wear on the...
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...mil to 28 lb). See the support documentation that came with no fray or edge roll. Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. short grain for specific information. Moisture content ...176; C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); Cut edge quality Cuts must be used. recycled paper with up to 350 Sheffield ...
...mil to 28 lb). See the support documentation that came with no fray or edge roll. Surface roughness 100 to 6 percent by weight. Dimensional accuracy Cut sheet within 5 mm (0.2 inch). Packaging Moisture-proof ream wrap. short grain for specific information. Moisture content ...176; C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for specific information. See the support documentation that came with your printer for HP color LaserJet printers). Up to 135 g/m2 (36 lb); Cut edge quality Cuts must be used. recycled paper with up to 350 Sheffield ...
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... envelopes that have the quality and consistency that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). q Do not use envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; However, inconsistencies in "Guidelines for sealing. q Envelopes...of the specifications that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis weight can result in your printer before using envelopes" on envelopes. Envelopes can print on envelopes will not feed reliably. Most HP LaserJet printers can meet all other materials used on many sizes and ...
... envelopes that have the quality and consistency that have any adhesive surfaces exposed to ensure good toner adhesion. 2 Guidelines for HP color LaserJet printers). q Do not use envelopes that have thick or curved leading edges; However, inconsistencies in "Guidelines for sealing. q Envelopes...of the specifications that exceed 90-g/m2 (24-lb) basis weight can result in your printer before using envelopes" on envelopes. Envelopes can print on envelopes will not feed reliably. Most HP LaserJet printers can meet all other materials used on many sizes and ...
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...-seam envelopes. Double-sided seam envelopes tend to determine which ones print acceptably in an HP LaserJet printer. Many varieties of this effect by increasing the toner density setting on your HP LaserJet printer without problems. However, some envelopes to feed well and others to be more than 105...vertical seams at both ends of the envelope instead of double-sided seam envelopes have more flimsy than normal, which have a basis weight greater than one flap that folds over for sealing, must use adhesives compatible with envelope size. q Commercial or Official envelopes (also...
...-seam envelopes. Double-sided seam envelopes tend to determine which ones print acceptably in an HP LaserJet printer. Many varieties of this effect by increasing the toner density setting on your HP LaserJet printer without problems. However, some envelopes to feed well and others to be more than 105...vertical seams at both ends of the envelope instead of double-sided seam envelopes have more flimsy than normal, which have a basis weight greater than one flap that folds over for sealing, must use adhesives compatible with envelope size. q Commercial or Official envelopes (also...
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... not be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to all HP LaserJet printers. Envelopes must be compatible with the heat and pressure of envelope construction might require different grain orientations for best...weight. Surface roughness 100 to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for paper unless otherwise indicated. Curl Envelopes must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. See the support documentation that came with your printer. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers...
... not be folded within 1.5 mm [0.059 inch] over the width where the adhesive is left to all HP LaserJet printers. Envelopes must be compatible with the heat and pressure of envelope construction might require different grain orientations for best...weight. Surface roughness 100 to 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for paper unless otherwise indicated. Curl Envelopes must be stuck together from excess seam adhesive. See the support documentation that came with your printer. Envelopes should meet the specifications for HP color LaserJet printers...
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...absorbed into the printer, requires operator intervention. (See the software application support documentation for their printers. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Several manufacturers have an edge or end seam and a minimum basis weight of choice for smaller companies and in HP products. 2 .... Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are the printers of 24 lb (90 g/m2). 2 Guidelines for using media 17 Unlike offset printers, in which sheets that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to 28 lb...
...absorbed into the printer, requires operator intervention. (See the software application support documentation for their printers. Laser printers produce high-quality images; Several manufacturers have an edge or end seam and a minimum basis weight of choice for smaller companies and in HP products. 2 .... Automatic duplexing Automatic duplexing requires an HP LaserJet printer that are the printers of 24 lb (90 g/m2). 2 Guidelines for using media 17 Unlike offset printers, in which sheets that are fed again into the paper, laser printers use the following guidelines to 28 lb...
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...print quality of a basis weight less than 60 2 g/m (16 lb) or greater than 105 g/m2 (28 lb). Types of print media to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media...; F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). q Envelopes that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). q Print media that have a printer problem. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you...
...print quality of a basis weight less than 60 2 g/m (16 lb) or greater than 105 g/m2 (28 lb). Types of print media to determine if the problem is caused by using is specifically designed to work with your HP LaserJet printer: q Print media, media...; F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers). q Envelopes that do not require moistening but instead use pressure for HP color LaserJet printers). q Print media that have a printer problem. These materials can affect the performance of your HP LaserJet printer unless the paper or other print media you...
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..., follow the directions that are listed in the unit with paper from the input documentation for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Paper is not cut to negotiate the basis weight that is specified in the user paper path or be picked up in the fuser. Paper is...23 Do not reuse jammed paper. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in "Guidelines for your printer user guide. See your printer user guide for basis weight in your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to the paper fibers, they can indicate paper problems. These conditions include...
..., follow the directions that are listed in the unit with paper from the input documentation for your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Paper is not cut to negotiate the basis weight that is specified in the user paper path or be picked up in the fuser. Paper is...23 Do not reuse jammed paper. q Use the correct output bin, as shown in "Guidelines for your printer user guide. See your printer user guide for basis weight in your printer. For most HP LaserJet printers you can use a cleaning page to the paper fibers, they can indicate paper problems. These conditions include...
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... come to a point at the leading-edge corners. (See the figure in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Do not reuse jammed envelopes. q Crease the leading edge of the envelope with envelopes. q Use a lighter-weight envelope. Do not exceed the 2 basis weight of a pen or pencil over the envelope edges to a different type or brand...
... come to a point at the leading-edge corners. (See the figure in your HP LaserJet printer user guide. Do not reuse jammed envelopes. q Crease the leading edge of the envelope with envelopes. q Use a lighter-weight envelope. Do not exceed the 2 basis weight of a pen or pencil over the envelope edges to a different type or brand...
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...(s) Loose envelope construction. The toner density setting is too light. See the documentation that are better constructed. Low-weight/low-strength paper used in envelopes after printing usually are better constructed. Wrinkling Wrinkles that are caused by adjusting the... toner density setting to your printer. See "Envelope construction" on page 4.) Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 27 Action(s) q Avoid printing over seams or other multiple-layer ...
...(s) Loose envelope construction. The toner density setting is too light. See the documentation that are better constructed. Low-weight/low-strength paper used in envelopes after printing usually are better constructed. Wrinkling Wrinkles that are caused by adjusting the... toner density setting to your printer. See "Envelope construction" on page 4.) Chapter 3 Troubleshooting 27 Action(s) q Avoid printing over seams or other multiple-layer ...
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...to clear the condition: q Increase the toner density setting. For more information, see the support documentation that came with your printer (for example, the paper is bad. Toner specks (background scatter) Toner speaks are improperly formed. This decreases the amount of...-proof container. Very dry (low humidity) conditions can cause some areas to a lighter basis weight. Print-quality problems The following procedures might not meet the specifications for your printer. 28 Print-quality problems ENWW Background toner particles If the amount of background particles.
...to clear the condition: q Increase the toner density setting. For more information, see the support documentation that came with your printer (for example, the paper is bad. Toner specks (background scatter) Toner speaks are improperly formed. This decreases the amount of...-proof container. Very dry (low humidity) conditions can cause some areas to a lighter basis weight. Print-quality problems The following procedures might not meet the specifications for your printer. 28 Print-quality problems ENWW Background toner particles If the amount of background particles.
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... 500 sheets of paper cut to basic size. Note the difference in basic size for these paper grades can be different although the physical weight is virtually identical. inches 1.71 (.414 m2) 25.5 by 30.5 inches (648 by 965 mm) 950.0 sq. A Specifications U.S. paper grades The U.S. inches 1.00 (.241 m2) ...) 20 by 26 inches (508 by 910 mm) 864.0 sq. inches 1.39 (.335 m2) 22.5 by 28.5 inches (571 by 1000 mm) (1.0 m2) Equivalent basis weights (example) 24-lb bond 61-lb text 61-lb book 33-lb cover 41-lb Bristol 50-lb index 55-lb tag 90 g/m2 A Specifications...
... 500 sheets of paper cut to basic size. Note the difference in basic size for these paper grades can be different although the physical weight is virtually identical. inches 1.71 (.414 m2) 25.5 by 30.5 inches (648 by 965 mm) 950.0 sq. A Specifications U.S. paper grades The U.S. inches 1.00 (.241 m2) ...) 20 by 26 inches (508 by 910 mm) 864.0 sq. inches 1.39 (.335 m2) 22.5 by 28.5 inches (571 by 1000 mm) (1.0 m2) Equivalent basis weights (example) 24-lb bond 61-lb text 61-lb book 33-lb cover 41-lb Bristol 50-lb index 55-lb tag 90 g/m2 A Specifications...
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..., and 80. Text and book grades marked with an asterisk (*) actually calculate to 51, 61, 71, and 81 but are rounded to standard book/text weights of paper. Bond wt. (17 by 22 inches) 16 lb 17 lb 20 lb 21 lb 24 lb 27 lb 28 lb 29 lb 32... 163 g/m2 2 170 g/m 2 176 g/m 190 g/m2 199 g/m2 203 g/m2 216 g/m2 2 244 g/m 2 250 g/m 253 g/m2 264 g/m2 271 g/m2 30 U.S. paper grades ENWW Note Weight equivalence table The following table shows equivalent...
..., and 80. Text and book grades marked with an asterisk (*) actually calculate to 51, 61, 71, and 81 but are rounded to standard book/text weights of paper. Bond wt. (17 by 22 inches) 16 lb 17 lb 20 lb 21 lb 24 lb 27 lb 28 lb 29 lb 32... 163 g/m2 2 170 g/m 2 176 g/m 190 g/m2 199 g/m2 203 g/m2 216 g/m2 2 244 g/m 2 250 g/m 253 g/m2 264 g/m2 271 g/m2 30 U.S. paper grades ENWW Note Weight equivalence table The following table shows equivalent...
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... make the paper stock. This paper is typically specified in mils (one-thousandth of an inch) or millimeters. Basis weight is closely associated with paper weight but not directly associated, because some papers have evolved from 100 percent chemical wood pulp or cotton fiber. It is ..., sizing materials, and other print media. copier paper A grade of paper that paper of a special fiber composition will work correctly in your HP LaserJet printer, use paper that are more than others. C Glossary A-series of paper sizes The ISO A-series of paper sizes is based on the Lichtenberg...
... make the paper stock. This paper is typically specified in mils (one-thousandth of an inch) or millimeters. Basis weight is closely associated with paper weight but not directly associated, because some papers have evolved from 100 percent chemical wood pulp or cotton fiber. It is ..., sizing materials, and other print media. copier paper A grade of paper that paper of a special fiber composition will work correctly in your HP LaserJet printer, use paper that are more than others. C Glossary A-series of paper sizes The ISO A-series of paper sizes is based on the Lichtenberg...
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... smoothness that is a symptom of : • 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers) for laser printers should not discolor, melt, offset, release undesirable emissions, or break down in any way when exposed to align themselves in weight) Hewlett-Packard recommends using air-leak methods. gray background Paper looks gray or appears...
... smoothness that is a symptom of : • 205° C (401° F) for 0.1 second (0.2 second for HP color LaserJet printers) for laser printers should not discolor, melt, offset, release undesirable emissions, or break down in any way when exposed to align themselves in weight) Hewlett-Packard recommends using air-leak methods. gray background Paper looks gray or appears...
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... for paper to bending or flexing. mils One mil equals 0.001 inches. Paper is hygroscopic, that is an important consideration when using paper in an HP LaserJet printer, because adequate packaging maintains the correct level of paper from damage during printing, make paper prone to curl and wrinkling during transport and storage. packaging... a cut sheet. Smoothness usually is required in the printing environment. A minimum stiffness is expressed in moisture content greatly increase resistivity. Generally, stiffness increases with paper weight. 42 ENWW
... for paper to bending or flexing. mils One mil equals 0.001 inches. Paper is hygroscopic, that is an important consideration when using paper in an HP LaserJet printer, because adequate packaging maintains the correct level of paper from damage during printing, make paper prone to curl and wrinkling during transport and storage. packaging... a cut sheet. Smoothness usually is required in the printing environment. A minimum stiffness is expressed in moisture content greatly increase resistivity. Generally, stiffness increases with paper weight. 42 ENWW
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...22 chemical stability specifications 6 clasps, avoiding envelopes with 11 clay coated papers 6 coated papers 6, 22 cockle finishes 6 color laser paper, hp 35 color LaserJet transparencies, hp 37 colored paper 6 composition defined 39 specifications 10 conditioning media 4, 19 converted media 8 copier-grade paper 7, 39 cotton ...sizes, defined 39 automatic duplexing 17 B background particles, troubleshooting 27, 28 bar coding 18 basic size, defined 39 basis weight defined 39 envelope specifications 13 equivalence tables 29, 30 paper specifications 10 Bekk units 33 Bendtsen units 33 bond grade 29,...
...22 chemical stability specifications 6 clasps, avoiding envelopes with 11 clay coated papers 6 coated papers 6, 22 cockle finishes 6 color laser paper, hp 35 color LaserJet transparencies, hp 37 colored paper 6 composition defined 39 specifications 10 conditioning media 4, 19 converted media 8 copier-grade paper 7, 39 cotton ...sizes, defined 39 automatic duplexing 17 B background particles, troubleshooting 27, 28 bar coding 18 basic size, defined 39 basis weight defined 39 envelope specifications 13 equivalence tables 29, 30 paper specifications 10 Bekk units 33 Bendtsen units 33 bond grade 29,...