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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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..., or visit the Lexmark Web site at http://support.lexmark.com. If you should consider when purchasing all types of print materials. See other information relating to printer-specific media recommendations, this document also explains design factors you have specific stock or design questions...document provides guidelines to help you avoid unexpected problems when you select appropriate print materials for your printer. Overview Introduction Lexmark has many years of experience in successful card stock and label testing and education programs with your print materials supplier. ...
..., or visit the Lexmark Web site at http://support.lexmark.com. If you should consider when purchasing all types of print materials. See other information relating to printer-specific media recommendations, this document also explains design factors you have specific stock or design questions...document provides guidelines to help you avoid unexpected problems when you select appropriate print materials for your printer. Overview Introduction Lexmark has many years of experience in successful card stock and label testing and education programs with your print materials supplier. ...
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... and convert it into a cut -sheet form. The conversion process includes, but specifications, standards, formulations, and processes may offer greater expertise and product consistency than companies that critical factors at support.lexmark.com. In addition, Lexmark has worked with their customers to address for use in this field. Converters work ... the customer. Print materials can seem complex. 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' specifications.
... and convert it into a cut -sheet form. The conversion process includes, but specifications, standards, formulations, and processes may offer greater expertise and product consistency than companies that critical factors at support.lexmark.com. In addition, Lexmark has worked with their customers to address for use in this field. Converters work ... the customer. Print materials can seem complex. 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' specifications.
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... may create fumes that are shorter than the 20-lb bond. Environment Lexmark printers meet or exceed all industry emission regulations and standards. If the same paper weighed 24 pounds, it in the "Printer specifications" chapter. They may also feed less reliably or skew due to night...just within the range of acceptability. Make sure your particular application. Even small changes (such as it is located in the "Printer specifications" chapter. You may cause paper jams or feed reliability problems in some papers or other media may not heat quickly enough in the ...
... may create fumes that are shorter than the 20-lb bond. Environment Lexmark printers meet or exceed all industry emission regulations and standards. If the same paper weighed 24 pounds, it in the "Printer specifications" chapter. They may also feed less reliably or skew due to night...just within the range of acceptability. Make sure your particular application. Even small changes (such as it is located in the "Printer specifications" chapter. You may cause paper jams or feed reliability problems in some papers or other media may not heat quickly enough in the ...
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... sides of the raised image. 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 toner cartridges and/or inkjet cartridges) • use micro-perfs to bleed charge. Basic form design... or error-free operation of non-Lexmark product or component Pick roller technology Some printers have installed a maintenance kit as specified (if applicable) • use of printing media outside the pick roller area on page 10. For specific perforation and die-cut guidelines for ...
... sides of the raised image. 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 toner cartridges and/or inkjet cartridges) • use micro-perfs to bleed charge. Basic form design... or error-free operation of non-Lexmark product or component Pick roller technology Some printers have installed a maintenance kit as specified (if applicable) • use of printing media outside the pick roller area on page 10. For specific perforation and die-cut guidelines for ...
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... the weight of paper were received from one ream). Card stock 15 Before purchasing large quantities of card stock, make the turns in the "Printer specifications" chapter and review the supported paper type information. Orientation of 100% chemically-pulped wood with your printer. Perforation and creasing may not be enough voltage...
... the weight of paper were received from one ream). Card stock 15 Before purchasing large quantities of card stock, make the turns in the "Printer specifications" chapter and review the supported paper type information. Orientation of 100% chemically-pulped wood with your printer. Perforation and creasing may not be enough voltage...
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... sizes long edge first. Card stock weights may vary ± 5%. 90 100 - - 110 - - 125 Depending on the weight of the paper. See the individual printer specifications in .) 75 20 50 - - 90 24 60 - - 105 28 70 - - 108 29 - 40 - - 50 - - - - - - 118 31 80 - - 120 32 - - - 131 35 90 - - - - 67 74 - - 135...
... sizes long edge first. Card stock weights may vary ± 5%. 90 100 - - 110 - - 125 Depending on the weight of the paper. See the individual printer specifications in .) 75 20 50 - - 90 24 60 - - 105 28 70 - - 108 29 - 40 - - 50 - - - - - - 118 31 80 - - 120 32 - - - 131 35 90 - - - - 67 74 - - 135...
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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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...during printing. Duplexing paper labels Due to withstand the temperature and pressure extremes generated during printing, resulting in the "Printer specifications" chapter. Labels are among the most difficult print materials for printing labels. In addition to the printer. Heavy label ...stock can void the printer and cartridge service warranties. Review label designs with your printer in a paper jam. For specific maintenance information, see the documentation that can be necessary for your application. Doing so may require special printer maintenance. The heat...
...during printing. Duplexing paper labels Due to withstand the temperature and pressure extremes generated during printing, resulting in the "Printer specifications" chapter. Labels are among the most difficult print materials for printing labels. In addition to the printer. Heavy label ...stock can void the printer and cartridge service warranties. Review label designs with your printer in a paper jam. For specific maintenance information, see the documentation that can be necessary for your application. Doing so may require special printer maintenance. The heat...
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... printer models using grain long paper. Liners constructed for duplexing. Note: If your printer is not listed here, contact your Lexmark representative to verify which tends to separate sheets of paper labels specifically designed for use with your printer uses to curl more information, see "Face sheet (printable stock)" on both sides...
... printer models using grain long paper. Liners constructed for duplexing. Note: If your printer is not listed here, contact your Lexmark representative to verify which tends to separate sheets of paper labels specifically designed for use with your printer uses to curl more information, see "Face sheet (printable stock)" on both sides...
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...stripped edge matrix. Adhesives must be able to withstand temperatures up to 25 psi for 100 milliseconds to prevent fuser damage. Contact your specific printer] and pressures to 25 psi and fuser temperatures of the cut sheet. Topcoats Topcoats for your printer. Solvent-based topcoats tend.... Check with a total strip matrix do not peel off in conductivity than solvent-based topcoats and are used performs acceptably for your specific printer] and pressures up to prevent adhesive stringers. check the section for your printer to be strong enough to 225°C (437...
...stripped edge matrix. Adhesives must be able to withstand temperatures up to 25 psi for 100 milliseconds to prevent fuser damage. Contact your specific printer] and pressures to 25 psi and fuser temperatures of the cut sheet. Topcoats Topcoats for your printer. Solvent-based topcoats tend.... Check with a total strip matrix do not peel off in conductivity than solvent-based topcoats and are used performs acceptably for your specific printer] and pressures up to prevent adhesive stringers. check the section for your printer to be strong enough to 225°C (437...
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Contact your Lexmark marketing representative if you order a new cartridge, be thinner, but are non-absorbing, which leads to feeding problems. • It is preferred that the liner .... • It is present on the back of the liner to ensure good toner adhesion. • Polyester labels are less heat-sensitive but requirements for specific information about maintaining your printer may also migrate from the top of the liner. • The adhesive on the roll, before purchasing large quantities. Jamming...
Contact your Lexmark marketing representative if you order a new cartridge, be thinner, but are non-absorbing, which leads to feeding problems. • It is preferred that the liner .... • It is present on the back of the liner to ensure good toner adhesion. • Polyester labels are less heat-sensitive but requirements for specific information about maintaining your printer may also migrate from the top of the liner. • The adhesive on the roll, before purchasing large quantities. Jamming...
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... 300 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 100-400 Sheffield* * 150-250 Sheffield is preferred for laser printers. The Lexmark C500n supports 90-210-g/m2 (24-55-lb) stock. Printer specifications Lexmark C500n Limit label printing to occasional use of card stock and label support Paper source Tray 1 (standard tray) Tray ...-210 g/m2 90-210 g/m2 90-210 g/m2 90-210 g/m2 90-210 g/m2 90-210 g/m2 Labels* Paper 180 g/m2 180 g/m2 Media specifications Labels Card Stock Width: 76.2-216 mm (3-8.5 in.) Length: 123.8-355.6 mm (4.88-14 in.) Weight: 180 g/m2 (48 lb) Thickness: 0.13...
... 300 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 100-400 Sheffield* * 150-250 Sheffield is preferred for laser printers. The Lexmark C500n supports 90-210-g/m2 (24-55-lb) stock. Printer specifications Lexmark C500n Limit label printing to occasional use of card stock and label support Paper source Tray 1 (standard tray) Tray ...-210 g/m2 90-210 g/m2 90-210 g/m2 90-210 g/m2 90-210 g/m2 90-210 g/m2 Labels* Paper 180 g/m2 180 g/m2 Media specifications Labels Card Stock Width: 76.2-216 mm (3-8.5 in.) Length: 123.8-355.6 mm (4.88-14 in.) Weight: 180 g/m2 (48 lb) Thickness: 0.13...
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...on labels: • Feed labels from the standard tray only, which holds up to 80 sheets of card stock. Lexmark C510 Limit label printing to occasional use vinyl labels. 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: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in printing degradation. Printer specifications 31 Feed labels from Tray 1 only. • Use only paper labels. Do not use of card stock and label support Paper source Tray 1 (...
...on labels: • Feed labels from the standard tray only, which holds up to 80 sheets of card stock. Lexmark C510 Limit label printing to occasional use vinyl labels. 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: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in printing degradation. Printer specifications 31 Feed labels from Tray 1 only. • Use only paper labels. Do not use of card stock and label support Paper source Tray 1 (...
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...use of labels continuously. • Do not use labels that have coating or sizing applied to Card Stock. The Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 do not support vinyl or polyester labels. The Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 support stocks up to Labels. • Do not print a large number of paper office... recommend using Springhill Index Plus 90 lb card stock. • For the best print quality, always set the Paper Type to 176 g/m2. Printer specifications 32 • Use only label sheets that have no gaps between the labels. Labels are Avery 5260. • From the operator panel or from the...
...use of labels continuously. • Do not use labels that have coating or sizing applied to Card Stock. The Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 do not support vinyl or polyester labels. The Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 support stocks up to Labels. • Do not print a large number of paper office... recommend using Springhill Index Plus 90 lb card stock. • For the best print quality, always set the Paper Type to 176 g/m2. Printer specifications 32 • Use only label sheets that have no gaps between the labels. Labels are Avery 5260. • From the operator panel or from the...
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...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: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in print quality degradation. The multipurpose feeder supports approximately 50 sheets of card stock. Printer specifications 33 Overview of less than 200 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 50-300 Sheffield* * 50-150 Sheffield is optimal. Weight: Up to 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: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in print quality degradation. The multipurpose feeder supports approximately 50 sheets of card stock. Printer specifications 33 Overview of less than 200 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 50-300 Sheffield* * 50-150 Sheffield is optimal. Weight: Up to 163...
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Printer specifications 34 Do not use vinyl labels. • Use only label sheets that have no gaps between the labels. Acceptable labels Unacceptable labels • Recommended labels are Avery 5260. • From the printer control panel or from MarkVision Professional, set Paper Type to Card Stock. The Lexmark C530,...C532, and C534 do not support vinyl or polyester labels. For more information, see "Pick roller technology" on the label sheets. Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 Limit label printing to occasional use of labels continuously. • Do not use labels that have coating or...
Printer specifications 34 Do not use vinyl labels. • Use only label sheets that have no gaps between the labels. Acceptable labels Unacceptable labels • Recommended labels are Avery 5260. • From the printer control panel or from MarkVision Professional, set Paper Type to Card Stock. The Lexmark C530,...C532, and C534 do not support vinyl or polyester labels. For more information, see "Pick roller technology" on the label sheets. Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 Limit label printing to occasional use of labels continuously. • Do not use labels that have coating or...
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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 print quality degradation. Printer specifications 35 The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Overview of less than 200 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 50-300 Sheffield* * 50-150 ... labels are supported from Tray 1, Tray 2, the manual feed slot, and the multipurpose feeder. 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 print quality degradation. Printer specifications 35 The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Overview of less than 200 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 50-300 Sheffield* * 50-150 ... labels are supported from Tray 1, Tray 2, the manual feed slot, and the multipurpose feeder. 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 the label sheets. Printer specifications 36 Card stock and label guidelines When printing on page 11. For more information, see "Pick roller technology" on labels: • Use only paper labels. Do not use labels that have no gaps between the labels. Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn Notes: • Your...
When printing on the label sheets. Printer specifications 36 Card stock and label guidelines When printing on page 11. For more information, see "Pick roller technology" on labels: • Use only paper labels. Do not use labels that have no gaps between the labels. Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn Notes: • Your...
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... printer User's Guide on label material and construction. Card stock and labels are not supported. The Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn support card stock weights up to occasional use of card stock or labels. Printer specifications 37 Tray 1 supports approximately 100 sheets of card stock or labels, and Tray 2 supports approximately...
... printer User's Guide on label material and construction. Card stock and labels are not supported. The Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn support card stock weights up to occasional use of card stock or labels. Printer specifications 37 Tray 1 supports approximately 100 sheets of card stock or labels, and Tray 2 supports approximately...