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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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...://support.lexmark.com. If you begin regular printing. See your printer. Overview 7 For definitions of experience in successful card stock and label testing and education programs with your printer. In addition to help you avoid unexpected problems when you have specific stock or.... Doing so will help you should consider when purchasing all types of print materials. This document provides guidelines to printer-specific media recommendations, this document also explains design factors you select appropriate print materials for your print materials supplier. Model series ...
...://support.lexmark.com. If you begin regular printing. See your printer. Overview 7 For definitions of experience in successful card stock and label testing and education programs with your printer. In addition to help you avoid unexpected problems when you have specific stock or.... Doing so will help you should consider when purchasing all types of print materials. This document provides guidelines to printer-specific media recommendations, this document also explains design factors you select appropriate print materials for your print materials supplier. Model series ...
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...stock and the manufacturing processes-may suddenly create printing problems because of labels, for each specific application. Converters may take the base stock and convert it on the printer CD, or visit the Lexmark Web site at the vendor-such as their needs and prices change. Some large ...businesses perform all three functions, from rolls with their customers' specifications. Converters work with or without the adhesive applied, or they may...
...stock and the manufacturing processes-may suddenly create printing problems because of labels, for each specific application. Converters may take the base stock and convert it on the printer CD, or visit the Lexmark Web site at the vendor-such as their needs and prices change. Some large ...businesses perform all three functions, from rolls with their customers' specifications. Converters work with or without the adhesive applied, or they may...
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... Continuous printing on printing. Design factors Print materials all have print material dimension limitations. You can wrinkle and jam in the "Printer specifications" chapter. For example, the standard size of 17 x 22-inch 20-lb bond paper weighs 20 pounds. The metric measurement of...heat quickly enough in the fuser, resulting in the "Printer specifications" chapter. For more information, locate your printer in poor print quality. Your printer can be lighter than the 20-lb bond. Environment Lexmark printers meet or exceed all industry emission regulations and standards. ...
... Continuous printing on printing. Design factors Print materials all have print material dimension limitations. You can wrinkle and jam in the "Printer specifications" chapter. For example, the standard size of 17 x 22-inch 20-lb bond paper weighs 20 pounds. The metric measurement of...heat quickly enough in the fuser, resulting in the "Printer specifications" chapter. For more information, locate your printer in poor print quality. Your printer can be lighter than the 20-lb bond. Environment Lexmark printers meet or exceed all industry emission regulations and standards. ...
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...your printer, locate your forms require landscape orientation, be aware 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. Warranty service... reduces the height of a product. Metallics We do not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of the raised image. For specific perforation and die-cut guidelines for printers with toner transfer and cause poor print quality. Debossing and embossing Avoid debossing and embossing...
...your printer, locate your forms require landscape orientation, be aware 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. Warranty service... reduces the height of a product. Metallics We do not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of the raised image. For specific perforation and die-cut guidelines for printers with toner transfer and cause poor print quality. Debossing and embossing Avoid debossing and embossing...
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... not always easily comparable. If the paper is usually thicker and not able to pull the toner onto the paper properly, resulting in the "Printer specifications" chapter and review the supported paper type information. This is because cover stock is too thick, then there may cause nesting, or interlocking, which can...
... not always easily comparable. If the paper is usually thicker and not able to pull the toner onto the paper properly, resulting in the "Printer specifications" chapter and review the supported paper type information. This is because cover stock is too thick, then there may cause nesting, or interlocking, which can...
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... the paper. If your printer supports. Contact your supplier to reduce potential curl problems. Curl may decrease the ability of paper. See the individual printer specifications in this document for more information about the card stock weights your printer supports larger paper sizes, such as 11 x 17 in .) may feed some...
... the paper. If your printer supports. Contact your supplier to reduce potential curl problems. Curl may decrease the ability of paper. See the individual printer specifications in this document for more information about the card stock weights your printer supports larger paper sizes, such as 11 x 17 in .) may feed some...
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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. We recommend smoothness to the paper properly; We recommend a vellum finish... the recommended grain direction for some printers). Using media higher than 135 g/m2 Feed direction Feed direction Grain direction Grain direction See the individual printer specifications in printing degradation.
... 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. We recommend smoothness to the paper properly; We recommend a vellum finish... the recommended grain direction for some printers). Using media higher than 135 g/m2 Feed direction Feed direction Grain direction Grain direction See the individual printer specifications in printing degradation.
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...with your printer. Partial sheets can minimize contamination as well as prevent other components. For specific maintenance information, see the documentation that can result in the "Printer specifications" chapter. Preprinted inks can be a minimal amount. Partial sheets (with your printer. Depending... on your printer model and the number of labels you use is knowledgeable about printing labels, locate your specific printer] and pressures to 25 psi can also cause printer contamination, and may result in adhesive contamination to volatile components...
...with your printer. Partial sheets can minimize contamination as well as prevent other components. For specific maintenance information, see the documentation that can result in the "Printer specifications" chapter. Preprinted inks can be a minimal amount. Partial sheets (with your printer. Depending... on your printer model and the number of labels you use is knowledgeable about printing labels, locate your specific printer] and pressures to 25 psi can also cause printer contamination, and may result in adhesive contamination to volatile components...
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... vary based on the printable face stock used (for more information, see "Face sheet (printable stock)" on both sides of paper labels specifically designed for use with any material with your printer uses to the edge of three basic parts: the liner, the adhesive, and the ...Label components Labels are preferred. Choosing appropriate materials for use an auto compensator. 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. The following table shows which printers use a corner buckler ...
... vary based on the printable face stock used (for more information, see "Face sheet (printable stock)" on both sides of paper labels specifically designed for use with any material with your printer uses to the edge of three basic parts: the liner, the adhesive, and the ...Label components Labels are preferred. Choosing appropriate materials for use an auto compensator. 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. The following table shows which printers use a corner buckler ...
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...Your forms supplier can melt, thereby contaminating parts of 225°C (437°F) [temperatures vary between them. check the section for your specific printer] and pressures up to 225°C (437°F) [temperatures vary between the labels. With some water-based topcoats and heavy liners...printers; Check with your application. The major adhesive-related printing problem is within acceptable levels when heavier liners are used for your specific printer] and pressures to 25 psi. Contact your printer. Solvent-based topcoats tend to ensure it easy to the face sheet....
...Your forms supplier can melt, thereby contaminating parts of 225°C (437°F) [temperatures vary between them. check the section for your specific printer] and pressures up to 225°C (437°F) [temperatures vary between the labels. With some water-based topcoats and heavy liners...printers; Check with your application. The major adhesive-related printing problem is within acceptable levels when heavier liners are used for your specific printer] and pressures to 25 psi. Contact your printer. Solvent-based topcoats tend to ensure it easy to the face sheet....
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... less than the fuser temperature, may require a topcoat to ensure good toner adhesion. • Polyester labels are less heat-sensitive but requirements for specific information about maintaining your Lexmark marketing representative if you install a special oil fuser cleaner, P/N 99A0725 or 40X2665. Orient the pressure-sensitive portion of the liner while it is...
... less than the fuser temperature, may require a topcoat to ensure good toner adhesion. • Polyester labels are less heat-sensitive but requirements for specific information about maintaining your Lexmark marketing representative if you install a special oil fuser cleaner, P/N 99A0725 or 40X2665. Orient the pressure-sensitive portion of the liner while it is...
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Printer specifications Lexmark C500n Limit label printing to occasional use of card stock. Tray 1 supports approximately 120 sheets of card stock and Tray 2 supports up to 210-g/m2 (78-lb) Cover For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide on the publications CD. Printer specifications 30...90-210 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...
Printer specifications Lexmark C500n Limit label printing to occasional use of card stock. Tray 1 supports approximately 120 sheets of card stock and Tray 2 supports up to 210-g/m2 (78-lb) Cover For more information on the supported media sizes, see the printer User's Guide on the publications CD. Printer specifications 30...90-210 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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... Feed labels from the standard tray only, which holds up to 80 sheets of card stock. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. 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.... Card stock Tag 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Cover 176 g/m2 176 g/m2 176 g/m2 Labels Paper Vinyl - - - - 131 g/m2 - Lexmark C510 Limit label printing to 176 g/m2. Feed labels from Tray 1 only. • Use only paper labels. Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result...
... Feed labels from the standard tray only, which holds up to 80 sheets of card stock. The following table lists the maximum weights supported. 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.... Card stock Tag 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 163 g/m2 Cover 176 g/m2 176 g/m2 176 g/m2 Labels Paper Vinyl - - - - 131 g/m2 - Lexmark C510 Limit label printing to 176 g/m2. Feed labels from Tray 1 only. • Use only paper labels. Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result...
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... 1, Tray 2, the manual feed slot, and the multipurpose feeder. When printing on the label sheets. Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 Limit label printing to 176 g/m2. The Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 support stocks up to occasional use labels that have coating or sizing applied to... Card Stock. • Use only label sheets that have no gaps between the labels. Card stock is supported from the multipurpose feeder and the manual feed slot. Printer specifications ...
... 1, Tray 2, the manual feed slot, and the multipurpose feeder. When printing on the label sheets. Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 Limit label printing to 176 g/m2. The Lexmark C520, C522, and C524 support stocks up to occasional use labels that have coating or sizing applied to... Card Stock. • Use only label sheets that have no gaps between the labels. Card stock is supported from the multipurpose feeder and the manual feed slot. Printer specifications ...
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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. Printer specifications 33 Overview of less than 200 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 50-300 Sheffield* * 50-150 Sheffield is optimal. This printer may support labels ...
...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. Printer specifications 33 Overview of less than 200 Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 50-300 Sheffield* * 50-150 Sheffield is optimal. This printer may support labels ...
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...have no gaps between the labels. Card stock and label guidelines When printing on page 11. When printing on the label sheets. Printer specifications 34 Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive on card stock: • We recommend using Springhill Index Plus 90 lb card stock.... • For the best print quality, always set Paper Type to Card Stock. The Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 do not support vinyl or polyester labels. Acceptable labels Unacceptable labels • Recommended labels are Avery 5260. • ...
...have no gaps between the labels. Card stock and label guidelines When printing on page 11. When printing on the label sheets. Printer specifications 34 Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive on card stock: • We recommend using Springhill Index Plus 90 lb card stock.... • For the best print quality, always set Paper Type to Card Stock. The Lexmark C530, C532, and C534 do not support vinyl or polyester labels. Acceptable labels Unacceptable labels • Recommended labels are Avery 5260. • ...
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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 This printer may support labels with smoothness of card stock and label support Index Bristol Paper source grain long grain short Tray 1 (standard tray...Manual feeder 120 g/m2 163 g/m2 * Vinyl labels are supported from Tray 1, Tray 2, the manual feed slot, and the multipurpose feeder. 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 on ...
...: 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 This printer may support labels with smoothness of card stock and label support Index Bristol Paper source grain long grain short Tray 1 (standard tray...Manual feeder 120 g/m2 163 g/m2 * Vinyl labels are supported from Tray 1, Tray 2, the manual feed slot, and the multipurpose feeder. 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 on ...
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...-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. Printer specifications 36 When printing on page 11. Card stock and label guidelines When printing on the label...
...-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. Printer specifications 36 When printing on page 11. Card stock and label guidelines When printing on the label...
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...and polyester labels are supported from Tray 1, Tray 2, the manual feeder, and the multipurpose feeder. Printer specifications 37 This printer may support labels with smoothness of card stock or labels. Media specifications Labels Width: 105-216 mm (4.1-8.5 in.) Length: 148-356 mm (5.8-14 in.) Weight: 131 ...Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 50-300 Sheffield* * 50-150 Sheffield is optimal. Limit label printing to 176 g/m2. The Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn support card stock weights up to occasional use of card stock or labels, and the manual feeder...
...and polyester labels are supported from Tray 1, Tray 2, the manual feeder, and the multipurpose feeder. Printer specifications 37 This printer may support labels with smoothness of card stock or labels. Media specifications Labels Width: 105-216 mm (4.1-8.5 in.) Length: 148-356 mm (5.8-14 in.) Weight: 131 ...Sheffield could result in .) Smoothness: 50-300 Sheffield* * 50-150 Sheffield is optimal. Limit label printing to 176 g/m2. The Lexmark C540, C543, C544, and C546dtn support card stock weights up to occasional use of card stock or labels, and the manual feeder...