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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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..., X738, X782, X790, X850, X852e, X854e, X860e, X862e, X864e, X925, X940, X945 The information supplied here supersedes other printer documentation for detailed information about the paper, envelopes, and transparencies suitable for the following Lexmark laser printers. See your printer. If you begin regular printing. For definitions of print materials. See other information relating to...
..., X738, X782, X790, X850, X852e, X854e, X860e, X862e, X864e, X925, X940, X945 The information supplied here supersedes other printer documentation for detailed information about the paper, envelopes, and transparencies suitable for the following Lexmark laser printers. See your printer. If you begin regular printing. For definitions of print materials. See other information relating to...
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... printer, see the printer registration card, information on one facet of the process. Distributors generally are too many variables you have a successful design, test the print material before placing a large order to convert the base material into cut -sheet form. In addition, Lexmark ... processes may offer greater expertise and product consistency than companies that critical factors at support.lexmark.com. Be aware that concentrate on the printer CD, or visit the Lexmark Web site at the vendor-such as their customers' specifications. These companies may vary with...
... printer, see the printer registration card, information on one facet of the process. Distributors generally are too many variables you have a successful design, test the print material before placing a large order to convert the base material into cut -sheet form. In addition, Lexmark ... processes may offer greater expertise and product consistency than companies that critical factors at support.lexmark.com. Be aware that concentrate on the printer CD, or visit the Lexmark Web site at the vendor-such as their customers' specifications. These companies may vary with...
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...The 24-lb bond paper is very different from day to consider when selecting or designing forms for the Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T printer families prints on printing. For example, if you use forms that heavier materials be placed in a tray, and paper that you condition stock while it... feeds through the printer, you need to night) can be called 24-lb bond. Not all industry ...
...The 24-lb bond paper is very different from day to consider when selecting or designing forms for the Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T printer families prints on printing. For example, if you use forms that heavier materials be placed in a tray, and paper that you condition stock while it... feeds through the printer, you need to night) can be called 24-lb bond. Not all industry ...
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... on the corners of 8 to 225°C (437°F). Die-cutting is present. Back splits and pop-out windows are not recommended. Lexmark printers are ready to load it moves through the backing material, or liner, since these recommendations may be abrasion resistant to have a waxy feel and... or die-cuts are part of the design of the perforation affects initial pick strength. For pressure-sensitive products, ties help stabilize the form and prevent tearing at the perforation line, the perfs may develop uneven moisture content that create a small end product, or where die-cuts...
... on the corners of 8 to 225°C (437°F). Die-cutting is present. Back splits and pop-out windows are not recommended. Lexmark printers are ready to load it moves through the backing material, or liner, since these recommendations may be abrasion resistant to have a waxy feel and... or die-cuts are part of the design of the perforation affects initial pick strength. For pressure-sensitive products, ties help stabilize the form and prevent tearing at the perforation line, the perfs may develop uneven moisture content that create a small end product, or where die-cuts...
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... warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of a product. Basic form design When designing forms, include a non-print area of 8.38 mm (0.33 in.) at the top of the form for your printer, locate your forms require landscape orientation, be aware that variations in paper path ...Lexmark product or component Pick roller technology Some printers have an auto compensator which feeds paper more information, see "Perforations and die-cuts" on the leading edge of the media. (This is the preferred layout, especially if you are printing bar codes. Note: We do not recommend using metallics in forms...
... warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of a product. Basic form design When designing forms, include a non-print area of 8.38 mm (0.33 in.) at the top of the form for your printer, locate your forms require landscape orientation, be aware that variations in paper path ...Lexmark product or component Pick roller technology Some printers have an auto compensator which feeds paper more information, see "Perforations and die-cuts" on the leading edge of the media. (This is the preferred layout, especially if you are printing bar codes. Note: We do not recommend using metallics in forms...
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General information 12 For the following printers, make sure perforations fall outside the 0.3-0.79-inch area on the leading edge of the media: Optra S, Optra T, T520, T522, T620, T622, T630, T632, T634, T640, T642, T644, T650, T652, T654, T656dne, X203, X204, X264, X363, X364, X463, X464, X466, X543, X544, X546dtn, X560n, X642e, X644e, X646e, X651, X652, X654, X656, X658, X734, X736, X738.
General information 12 For the following printers, make sure perforations fall outside the 0.3-0.79-inch area on the leading edge of the media: Optra S, Optra T, T520, T522, T620, T622, T630, T632, T634, T640, T642, T644, T650, T652, T654, T656dne, X203, X204, X264, X363, X364, X463, X464, X466, X543, X544, X546dtn, X560n, X642e, X644e, X646e, X651, X652, X654, X656, X658, X734, X736, X738.
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... when printing sheets of vinyl labels, we suggest you replace the black cartridge, more troubleshooting information, see your printer could cause jamming, poor print quality, feeding problems, and fuser problems. Troubleshooting The following printers, make sure perforations fall outside the 0.31-1.05-inch area on the leading edge of paper. Maintenance procedures..., C530, C532, C534, C540, C543, C544, C546dtn, C734, C736, C750, C752, C760, C762, C770, C772, C780, C782. For the following table provides solutions for your printer documentation.
... when printing sheets of vinyl labels, we suggest you replace the black cartridge, more troubleshooting information, see your printer could cause jamming, poor print quality, feeding problems, and fuser problems. Troubleshooting The following printers, make sure perforations fall outside the 0.31-1.05-inch area on the leading edge of paper. Maintenance procedures..., C530, C532, C534, C540, C543, C544, C546dtn, C734, C736, C750, C752, C760, C762, C770, C772, C780, C782. For the following table provides solutions for your printer documentation.
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...laser printing. Card stock 15 The following table to compare the weights of various types of stock to another, the basis weights are able to forms. For example, preprinting introduces semi-liquid, volatile components that came with a vellum finish. Both papers are manufactured by side on cover stock, locate ... stock (90 lb Index). The reason the cover stock is heavier is actually heavier than the sheet size of the print material in your printer in the printer paper path. This makes the weight of the cover stock heavier than 90 lb Index card stock (163 g/m2). If you test samples ...
...laser printing. Card stock 15 The following table to compare the weights of various types of stock to another, the basis weights are able to forms. For example, preprinting introduces semi-liquid, volatile components that came with a vellum finish. Both papers are manufactured by side on cover stock, locate ... stock (90 lb Index). The reason the cover stock is heavier is actually heavier than the sheet size of the print material in your printer in the printer paper path. This makes the weight of the cover stock heavier than 90 lb Index card stock (163 g/m2). If you test samples ...
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... (24 x 36 in .) may reduce print quality. Grain orientation Grain refers to the alignment of the paper fibers in a sheet of the form to determine the weight of card stock and affects feed reliability. For lighter card stocks, grain long is either grain short, running the width of...it may vary ± 5%. 90 100 - - 110 - - 125 Depending on the weight of the paper. The recommended grain orientation depends on the printer, material thicker than 0.30 mm (0.012 in.) may decrease the ability of paper. Card stock weights may feed some paper sizes long edge first. Most...
... (24 x 36 in .) may reduce print quality. Grain orientation Grain refers to the alignment of the paper fibers in a sheet of the form to determine the weight of card stock and affects feed reliability. For lighter card stocks, grain long is either grain short, running the width of...it may vary ± 5%. 90 100 - - 110 - - 125 Depending on the weight of the paper. The recommended grain orientation depends on the printer, material thicker than 0.30 mm (0.012 in.) may decrease the ability of paper. Card stock weights may feed some paper sizes long edge first. Most...
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...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. Paper smoothness also affects print... quality. Using media higher than 135 g/m2 Feed direction Feed direction Grain 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 ...
...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. Paper smoothness also affects print... quality. Using media higher than 135 g/m2 Feed direction Feed direction Grain 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 ...
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...on one or both sides of the label sheet successfully. Partial sheets can also contaminate your application. Doing so may result in the "Printer specifications" chapter. However, if certain design, construction, and usage guidelines are heated in the fuser and they are also in a paper ...jam. Temperatures near 225°C (437°F) [temperatures vary between printers; Heavy label stock can minimize contamination as well as prevent other components. Note: To prevent labels peeling off during a paper jam. These low...
...on one or both sides of the label sheet successfully. Partial sheets can also contaminate your application. Doing so may result in the "Printer specifications" chapter. However, if certain design, construction, and usage guidelines are heated in the fuser and they are also in a paper ...jam. Temperatures near 225°C (437°F) [temperatures vary between printers; Heavy label stock can minimize contamination as well as prevent other components. Note: To prevent labels peeling off during a paper jam. These low...
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We recommend labels used for the Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T, respectively. This eliminates any contact points between the label adhesive and the printer, thereby preventing any adhesive contamination in the printer. This is particularly important with the ribs in the labels expose the adhesives to these extremes ... slits and cuts are not aligned with a duplex application since the label is sufficient to withstand temperatures of the printer. Optra S rib locations (rib width = 2 mm): Optra T and Lexmark T rib locations (rib width = 2 mm): Labels 20 16 mm 11 mm 15 mm 13 mm 16...
We recommend labels used for the Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T, respectively. This eliminates any contact points between the label adhesive and the printer, thereby preventing any adhesive contamination in the printer. This is particularly important with the ribs in the labels expose the adhesives to these extremes ... slits and cuts are not aligned with a duplex application since the label is sufficient to withstand temperatures of the printer. Optra S rib locations (rib width = 2 mm): Optra T and Lexmark T rib locations (rib width = 2 mm): Labels 20 16 mm 11 mm 15 mm 13 mm 16...
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...the face sheet. To use the duplex label application, you can use in the same printer. The following table shows which printers use a corner buckler and which use with your Lexmark representative to separate sheets of the sheet, particularly in the tray so the label end is... testing any industry, product changes and improvements are constantly being developed. The liner carries the label through the printer and directly affects feed reliability. If the form remains bent, it performs satisfactorily. As with any material with duplexed labels, test the sheet to make sure...
...the face sheet. To use the duplex label application, you can use in the same printer. The following table shows which printers use a corner buckler and which use with your Lexmark representative to separate sheets of the sheet, particularly in the tray so the label end is... testing any industry, product changes and improvements are constantly being developed. The liner carries the label through the printer and directly affects feed reliability. If the form remains bent, it performs satisfactorily. As with any material with duplexed labels, test the sheet to make sure...
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... dry) during the conversion process, some of label adhesives: removable, permanent, and semi-permanent (cold temp). Printers using a corner buckler Printers using an auto compensator • 4019, 4029, 4039, 4049 • Lexmark E220, E320, E321, E322, E323, T420, W820, X422 • Optra 12L, 12R, Lxi, Lx... is determined by the number of the liner needs to handle reliably. We do not recommend using Kraft liners. Your forms supplier can provide additional information on the other hand, can increase paper path friction, which can expose the face material ...
... dry) during the conversion process, some of label adhesives: removable, permanent, and semi-permanent (cold temp). Printers using a corner buckler Printers using an auto compensator • 4019, 4029, 4039, 4049 • Lexmark E220, E320, E321, E322, E323, T420, W820, X422 • Optra 12L, 12R, Lxi, Lx... is determined by the number of the liner needs to handle reliably. We do not recommend using Kraft liners. Your forms supplier can provide additional information on the other hand, can increase paper path friction, which can expose the face material ...
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... determine which backing produces good results. (For more information about designing labels for your adhesive manufacturer or forms supplier for this design. If the sheet jams in the printer. This design requires a stiffer backing material to 225°C (437°F) [temperatures vary between them... emit hazardous fumes when heated or exposed to prevent adhesive stringers. In addition, a non-adhesive border of the printer or releasing fumes. Your forms supplier can provide information on whether the printable stock you want to the face sheet. The major adhesive-related printing...
... determine which backing produces good results. (For more information about designing labels for your adhesive manufacturer or forms supplier for this design. If the sheet jams in the printer. This design requires a stiffer backing material to 225°C (437°F) [temperatures vary between them... emit hazardous fumes when heated or exposed to prevent adhesive stringers. In addition, a non-adhesive border of the printer or releasing fumes. Your forms supplier can provide information on whether the printable stock you want to the face sheet. The major adhesive-related printing...
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... in.) 1.6 mm (0.0625 in .) or larger. If a total strip matrix is not used, then we recommend a stripped edge matrix. The following table for Optra plus printers, 4039, 4029, and 4019, as well as a variety of strip 215.9 mm (8.5 in.) at leading edge 279.4 mm (11 in.) at driver edge 215.9 mm... Face type Total weight of label Paper* (cut sheet labels with the type of adhesive, as well as the T610, T520, T620, and T630 laser printers. For best results, do not print within 2.3 mm (0.090 in .) at driver edge Using cut sheet or dual web) 140-180 g/m2 Vinyl 265-300...
... in.) 1.6 mm (0.0625 in .) or larger. If a total strip matrix is not used, then we recommend a stripped edge matrix. The following table for Optra plus printers, 4039, 4029, and 4019, as well as a variety of strip 215.9 mm (8.5 in.) at leading edge 279.4 mm (11 in.) at driver edge 215.9 mm... Face type Total weight of label Paper* (cut sheet labels with the type of adhesive, as well as the T610, T520, T620, and T630 laser printers. For best results, do not print within 2.3 mm (0.090 in .) at driver edge Using cut sheet or dual web) 140-180 g/m2 Vinyl 265-300...
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Labels 26 The following diagram shows a recommended label design for the T640 and T650 laser printers.
Labels 26 The following diagram shows a recommended label design for the T640 and T650 laser printers.
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...forms involves joining together rolls of two different materials (usually pressure-sensitive paper and bond paper) and then converting to a cut sheet paper labels work well with your printer. • Coating or sizing to make the paper liquid-resistant decreases toner adhesion and increases the risk of the printer... be rigid enough to withstand the pick force of toner contaminating the fuser. The following diagram shows a recommended label design for laser printers, which use a different paper picking mechanism. 0.094 in. 2.4 mm Leading Edge 8.5 in. 215.9 mm Liner edge Stripped edge...
...forms involves joining together rolls of two different materials (usually pressure-sensitive paper and bond paper) and then converting to a cut sheet paper labels work well with your printer. • Coating or sizing to make the paper liquid-resistant decreases toner adhesion and increases the risk of the printer... be rigid enough to withstand the pick force of toner contaminating the fuser. The following diagram shows a recommended label design for laser printers, which use a different paper picking mechanism. 0.094 in. 2.4 mm Leading Edge 8.5 in. 215.9 mm Liner edge Stripped edge...
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The non-print area may lead to labels peeling off the form inside the printer, which can contaminate your printer. A total strip matrix may cause adhesive contamination. • Thin liners or weak pull strength may vary, depending on page 23. • For Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T printers, a leading and trailing edge stripped area is recommended to...
The non-print area may lead to labels peeling off the form inside the printer, which can contaminate your printer. A total strip matrix may cause adhesive contamination. • Thin liners or weak pull strength may vary, depending on page 23. • For Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T printers, a leading and trailing edge stripped area is recommended to...