Use papers printed with heat‑resistant inks designed for use in xerographic copiers. The ink must be able to withstandtemperatures up to 230°C (446°F) without melting or releasing hazardous emissions. Use inks that are not affected bythe resin in toner. Inks that are oxidation‑set or oil‑based generally meet these requirements; latex inks might not.When in doubt, contact the paper supplier.Preprinted papers such as letterhead must be able to withstand temperatures up to 230°C (446°F) without melting orreleasing hazardous emissions.Using recycled paper and other office papers• Low moisture content (4–5%)• Suitable smoothness (100–200 Sheffield units, or 140–350 Bendtsen units, European)Note: Some much smoother papers (such as premium 24 lb laser papers, 50–90 Sheffield units) and muchrougher papers (such as premium cotton papers, 200–300 Sheffield units) have been engineered to work verywell in laser printers, despite surface texture. Before using these types of paper, consult your paper supplier.• Suitable sheet-to-sheet coefficient of friction (0.4–0.6)• Sufficient bending resistance in the direction of feedRecycled paper, paper of lower weight (<60 g/m2 [16 lb bond]) and/or lower caliper (<3.8 mils [0.1 mm]), and paperthat is cut grain-short for portrait (or short-edge) fed printers may have lower bending resistance than is required forreliable paper feeding. Before using these types of paper for laser (electrophotographic) printing, consult your papersupplier. Remember that these are general guidelines only and that paper meeting these guidelines may still causepaper feeding problems in any laser printer (for example, if the paper curls excessively under normal printingconditions).Using specialty mediaTips on using card stockCard stock is heavy, single‑ply specialty media. Many of its variable characteristics, such as moisture content, thickness,and texture, can significantly impact print quality. Print samples on the card stock being considered for use beforebuying large quantities.When printing on card stock:• Make sure the Paper Type is Card Stock.• Select the appropriate Paper Texture setting.• Be aware that preprinting, perforation, and creasing may significantly affect the print quality and cause jams orother paper handling problems.• Check with the manufacturer or vendor to ensure that the card stock can withstand temperatures up to 240°C(464°F) without releasing hazardous emissions.• Do not use preprinted card stock manufactured with chemicals that may contaminate the printer. Preprintingintroduces semi‑liquid and volatile components into the printer.• Use grain short card stock when possible.Paper and specialty media guide 44
