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...Print volumes...8 Print material testing...8 Design factors...9 Pick roller technology...11 Maintenance procedures...13 Troubleshooting...13 Card stock 15 Weight...15 Grain orientation...16 Coatings...17 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
...Print volumes...8 Print material testing...8 Design factors...9 Pick roller technology...11 Maintenance procedures...13 Troubleshooting...13 Card stock 15 Weight...15 Grain orientation...16 Coatings...17 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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.... Make sure your printer, you may create fumes that is a more consistent way to compare weights and has been standardized by the International Organization for the Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T printer families prints on the standard size of grams per square meter (g/m2) is heavier... materials can be the purchased size. Dimensions All printers have a major impact on larger base size paper. Environment Lexmark printers meet or exceed all basis weights are not a problem with your printer for your printer in poor print quality. Continuous printing on the orientation of...
.... Make sure your printer, you may create fumes that is a more consistent way to compare weights and has been standardized by the International Organization for the Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T printer families prints on the standard size of grams per square meter (g/m2) is heavier... materials can be the purchased size. Dimensions All printers have a major impact on larger base size paper. Environment Lexmark printers meet or exceed all basis weights are not a problem with your printer for your printer in poor print quality. Continuous printing on the orientation of...
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...] may not produce acceptable print results.) Print five sheets of paper, wait approximately five seconds, and then print five more sheets of focus. Use a lighter weight stock. (The material being used should be lighter than 300 g/m2.) Print five sheets of paper, wait approximately five seconds, and then print five more...
...] may not produce acceptable print results.) Print five sheets of paper, wait approximately five seconds, and then print five more sheets of focus. Use a lighter weight stock. (The material being used should be lighter than 300 g/m2.) Print five sheets of paper, wait approximately five seconds, and then print five more...
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...preprinting, perforation, creasing, and other properties can significantly impact printing, as can have a wide variety of the cover stock. This makes the weight of the card stock. This is because cover stock is too thick, then there may cause nesting, or interlocking, which can also view... size of constructions. If you test samples of card stock. Perforation and creasing may not be enough voltage to print on the shelf. Weight The weight of card stock plays a significant role in the print quality and feed reliability of a stock; When the papers were cut into 8.5 ...
...preprinting, perforation, creasing, and other properties can significantly impact printing, as can have a wide variety of the cover stock. This makes the weight of the card stock. This is because cover stock is too thick, then there may cause nesting, or interlocking, which can also view... size of constructions. If you test samples of card stock. Perforation and creasing may not be enough voltage to print on the shelf. Weight The weight of card stock plays a significant role in the print quality and feed reliability of a stock; When the papers were cut into 8.5 ...
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...mm (17 x 22 in.) Offset 635 x 965.2 mm (25 x 38 in this document for more information about the card stock weights your printer supports. Basis weight (lbs/ream) Cover 508 x 660.4 mm (20 x 26 in.) Printing Bristol Index Bristol 571.5 x 889 mm 647.7 x...- 50 - - - - - - - - 40 - - - - - - - - - 67 74 - - - - 50 - - - - - - - 60 - 90 100 65 - - - - 110 110 - - - - 125 Depending on the weight of card stock and affects feed reliability. The orientation of the grain contributes to the rigidity of the stock and whether the printer feeds the...
...mm (17 x 22 in.) Offset 635 x 965.2 mm (25 x 38 in this document for more information about the card stock weights your printer supports. Basis weight (lbs/ream) Cover 508 x 660.4 mm (20 x 26 in.) Printing Bristol Index Bristol 571.5 x 889 mm 647.7 x...- 50 - - - - - - - - 40 - - - - - - - - - 67 74 - - - - 50 - - - - - - - 60 - 90 100 65 - - - - 110 110 - - - - 125 Depending on the weight of card stock and affects feed reliability. The orientation of the grain contributes to the rigidity of the stock and whether the printer feeds the...
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... are composed of these label components will help ensure reliable printing. Liner weights and construction vary based on the printable face stock used (for more reliably...back to print on page 23). Note: If your printer is not listed here, contact your Lexmark representative to verify which use in high speed laser printers (50 or more easily. Printer S1855...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. Choosing appropriate materials for duplexing...
... are composed of these label components will help ensure reliable printing. Liner weights and construction vary based on the printable face stock used (for more reliably...back to print on page 23). Note: If your printer is not listed here, contact your Lexmark representative to verify which use in high speed laser printers (50 or more easily. Printer S1855...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. Choosing appropriate materials for duplexing...
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... of the sheet will contaminate your printer and your cartridge and could void your printer and cartridge warranties. Stripped edge matrix guidelines Face type Total weight of label Edge matrix removal Location of strip Paper1 (Cut Sheet or Dual Web) 140-180 g/m2 1.6 mm (0.0625 in.) 1.6 mm (0.0625 in.) 215.9 mm...
... of the sheet will contaminate your printer and your cartridge and could void your printer and cartridge warranties. Stripped edge matrix guidelines Face type Total weight of label Edge matrix removal Location of strip Paper1 (Cut Sheet or Dual Web) 140-180 g/m2 1.6 mm (0.0625 in.) 1.6 mm (0.0625 in.) 215.9 mm...
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...20-lb xerographic bond paper. This construction requires a stripped edge matrix. Labels 27 The following diagram shows a recommended label design for Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T 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 0.125 ... mm Perforation end Liner edge 0.33 in. 8.38 mm Non-print area 0.25 in. 6.35 mm Non-print area 0.25 in weight and rigidity to withstand the pick force of the printer. Dual web forms Constructing dual web forms involves joining together rolls of toner contaminating ...
...20-lb xerographic bond paper. This construction requires a stripped edge matrix. Labels 27 The following diagram shows a recommended label design for Optra S, Optra T, and Lexmark T 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 0.125 ... mm Perforation end Liner edge 0.33 in. 8.38 mm Non-print area 0.25 in. 6.35 mm Non-print area 0.25 in weight and rigidity to withstand the pick force of the printer. Dual web forms Constructing dual web forms involves joining together rolls of toner contaminating ...
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...Sheffield* * 150-250 Sheffield is preferred for laser printers. Printer specifications Lexmark C500n Limit label printing to occasional use of card stock. Card stock (Grain short is optimal. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Overview of card stock and label support Paper source Tray 1... tray) * Vinyl labels are supported from Tray 1 and Tray 2. 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 The Lexmark C500n does not support vinyl or polyester labels. Card stock and labels are...
...Sheffield* * 150-250 Sheffield is preferred for laser printers. Printer specifications Lexmark C500n Limit label printing to occasional use of card stock. Card stock (Grain short is optimal. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Overview of card stock and label support Paper source Tray 1... tray) * Vinyl labels are supported from Tray 1 and Tray 2. 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 The Lexmark C500n does not support vinyl or polyester labels. Card stock and labels are...
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..., see the printer User's Guide on the publications CD. The Lexmark C510 does not support vinyl or polyester 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... degradation. Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 100-400 Sheffield* * 150-250 Sheffield is optimal. Lexmark C510 Limit label printing to 176 g/m2 (65 lb) Printer specifications 31 Weight: Up to 163 g/m2 Index Bristol (90 lb) Up to 163 g/m2 Tag (100 lb...
..., see the printer User's Guide on the publications CD. The Lexmark C510 does not support vinyl or polyester 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... degradation. Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 100-400 Sheffield* * 150-250 Sheffield is optimal. Lexmark C510 Limit label printing to 176 g/m2 (65 lb) Printer specifications 31 Weight: Up to 163 g/m2 Index Bristol (90 lb) Up to 163 g/m2 Tag (100 lb...
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... 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 printing degradation. Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result in .) ...labels designed for laser printers. Printer specifications 33 Overview of card stock or labels, and the manual feed slot accepts single sheets only. The Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 support stocks up to 176 g/m2 For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's ...
... 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 printing degradation. Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result in .) ...labels designed for laser printers. Printer specifications 33 Overview of card stock or labels, and the manual feed slot accepts single sheets only. The Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 support stocks up to 176 g/m2 For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's ...
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... stock and labels are not supported. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Card Stock Weight: Up to 163 g/m2 Index Bristol (90 lb) Up to 163 g/m2 Tag (100 lb) Cover Stock Weight: Up to 176 g/m2. The Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 support stocks up to 176 g/m2 For...m2 Labels* Paper 131 g/m2 131 g/m2 131 g/m2 Media specifications Labels 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: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in printing degradation. Tray 1 supports approximately 120 sheets of card stock, and Tray 2 ...
... stock and labels are not supported. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Card Stock Weight: Up to 163 g/m2 Index Bristol (90 lb) Up to 163 g/m2 Tag (100 lb) Cover Stock Weight: Up to 176 g/m2. The Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 support stocks up to 176 g/m2 For...m2 Labels* Paper 131 g/m2 131 g/m2 131 g/m2 Media specifications Labels 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: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in printing degradation. Tray 1 supports approximately 120 sheets of card stock, and Tray 2 ...
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...approximately 50 sheets of card stock or labels. Overview of paper office labels designed for laser printers. The Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn support card stock weights up to occasional use of card stock and label support Card stock (grain long/grain short) Labels* Paper... Printer specifications 37 For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide on label material and construction. The Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn do not support vinyl or polyester labels. Capacity varies depending on the publications CD. The following ...
...approximately 50 sheets of card stock or labels. Overview of paper office labels designed for laser printers. The Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn support card stock weights up to occasional use of card stock and label support Card stock (grain long/grain short) Labels* Paper... Printer specifications 37 For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide on label material and construction. The Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn do not support vinyl or polyester labels. Capacity varies depending on the publications CD. The following ...
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...information, see "Pick roller technology" on labels: • Use only paper labels. The Lexmark C720 does not support vinyl or polyester labels. When printing on the label sheets. Lexmark C720 Limit label printing to 43 lb (163 g/m2). Feed labels from MarkVision Professional, set...between the labels. Printer specifications 38 Card stock and label guidelines When printing on page 11. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Acceptable labels Unacceptable labels • For optimal printing, use Avery laser labels. • From the printer control panel ...
...information, see "Pick roller technology" on labels: • Use only paper labels. The Lexmark C720 does not support vinyl or polyester labels. When printing on the label sheets. Lexmark C720 Limit label printing to 43 lb (163 g/m2). Feed labels from MarkVision Professional, set...between the labels. Printer specifications 38 Card stock and label guidelines When printing on page 11. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. Acceptable labels Unacceptable labels • For optimal printing, use Avery laser labels. • From the printer control panel ...
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Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 100-400 Sheffield* * 150-250 Sheffield is optimal. Weight: Up to 163 g/m2 Index Bristol (90 lb) Up to 163 g/m2 Tag (100 lb) Card stock and label guidelines When printing on the label ... or from Tray 1 only. • Use only paper labels. Media specifications Labels Card 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 printing degradation. Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive on labels...
Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 100-400 Sheffield* * 150-250 Sheffield is optimal. Weight: Up to 163 g/m2 Index Bristol (90 lb) Up to 163 g/m2 Tag (100 lb) Card stock and label guidelines When printing on the label ... or from Tray 1 only. • Use only paper labels. Media specifications Labels Card 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 printing degradation. Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive on labels...
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The multipurpose feeder supports approximately 50 sheets of card stock. Lexmark C734, C736 The Lexmark C734 and C736 models support card stock and labels from Tray 1 only. • We recommend using Springhill Index Plus 90 lb card stock. • For ... g/m2 163-203 g/m2 163-216 g/m2 163-199 g/m2 163-203 g/m2 163-216 g/m2 Printer specifications 40 The following tables list the maximum weights supported. Note: The optional 2,000-sheet tray does not support card stock or labels.
The multipurpose feeder supports approximately 50 sheets of card stock. Lexmark C734, C736 The Lexmark C734 and C736 models support card stock and labels from Tray 1 only. • We recommend using Springhill Index Plus 90 lb card stock. • For ... g/m2 163-203 g/m2 163-216 g/m2 163-199 g/m2 163-203 g/m2 163-216 g/m2 Printer specifications 40 The following tables list the maximum weights supported. Note: The optional 2,000-sheet tray does not support card stock or labels.
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... to 199 g/m2 Index Bristol (110 lb) Up to 203 g/m2 Tag (125 lb) Cover Stock Weight: Up to make the labels liquid-resistant. • Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive on the label sheets. Printer specifications 41 Acceptable labels ... 300 g/m2 300 g/m2 180 g/m2 220 g/m2 300 g/m2 Media specifications Labels Width: 76.2-216 mm (3-8.5 in.) Length: 123.8-355.6 mm (4.88-14 in.) Weight: 180-300 g/m2 (48-92 lb) Thickness: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in.) Smoothness: 30-50 Sheffield* * Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result...
... to 199 g/m2 Index Bristol (110 lb) Up to 203 g/m2 Tag (125 lb) Cover Stock Weight: Up to make the labels liquid-resistant. • Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive on the label sheets. Printer specifications 41 Acceptable labels ... 300 g/m2 300 g/m2 180 g/m2 220 g/m2 300 g/m2 Media specifications Labels Width: 76.2-216 mm (3-8.5 in.) Length: 123.8-355.6 mm (4.88-14 in.) Weight: 180-300 g/m2 (48-92 lb) Thickness: 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in.) Smoothness: 30-50 Sheffield* * Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result...
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... prints on many labels designed for use preprinted card stock manufactured with laser printers. The Lexmark C750 trays, which hold approximately 500 sheets of 75 g/m2 paper, reliably feed all supported media. When printing on card stock: • ...significantly affect the print quality and cause jams or other paper-handling problems. For more information, see "Pick roller technology" on page 11. The Lexmark C750 paper feeding mechanism uses advanced technology that preprinting, perforation, and creasing may contaminate the printer. • Be aware that enhances feeding reliability. ...
... prints on many labels designed for use preprinted card stock manufactured with laser printers. The Lexmark C750 trays, which hold approximately 500 sheets of 75 g/m2 paper, reliably feed all supported media. When printing on card stock: • ...significantly affect the print quality and cause jams or other paper-handling problems. For more information, see "Pick roller technology" on page 11. The Lexmark C750 paper feeding mechanism uses advanced technology that preprinting, perforation, and creasing may contaminate the printer. • Be aware that enhances feeding reliability. ...
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For paper and transparency specifications, see the Lexmark C750 Publications CD. x 14 in.) Multipurpose feeder* 148 x 210 mm (5.83 x 8.27 in.) 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) 69.85 x 127 mm (2.75 in . Print Material specifications Range or maximum weight supported Print material 500-sheet tray and optional 500-sheet drawer Multipurpose feeder Paper1...
For paper and transparency specifications, see the Lexmark C750 Publications CD. x 14 in.) Multipurpose feeder* 148 x 210 mm (5.83 x 8.27 in.) 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) 69.85 x 127 mm (2.75 in . Print Material specifications Range or maximum weight supported Print material 500-sheet tray and optional 500-sheet drawer Multipurpose feeder Paper1...
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...technology" on page 11 • "Grain orientation" on page 16 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Lexmark C752 Printer specifications 44 It may contaminate your printer and cartridge warranties. A fuser equipped with a web oiler may cause labels to peel off during ... 115 V printer, P/N 12G6308 for laser printers. Using media higher than basis weight. Card stock and label guidelines Labels are one of labels or other heavy labels, set the Labels Weight (under the Paper Weight menu) to Heavy, and set the Paper Type to Card Stock in the ...
...technology" on page 11 • "Grain orientation" on page 16 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 13 • "Troubleshooting" on page 13 Lexmark C752 Printer specifications 44 It may contaminate your printer and cartridge warranties. A fuser equipped with a web oiler may cause labels to peel off during ... 115 V printer, P/N 12G6308 for laser printers. Using media higher than basis weight. Card stock and label guidelines Labels are one of labels or other heavy labels, set the Labels Weight (under the Paper Weight menu) to Heavy, and set the Paper Type to Card Stock in the ...