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    Paper and Specialty Media Guide Laser Printers May 2020 www.lexmark.com
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    and verification of operation in conjunction with other products, programs, or services, except those expressly designated by the manufacturer, are the user's responsibility. For Lexmark technical support, visit http://support.lexmark.com. For information on supplies and downloads, visit www
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    ...14 Card stock...15 Envelopes...17 Labels...18 Troubleshooting...27 Transparencies...28 Unacceptable paper...28 Storing paper...29 Printer-specific paper support 30 Lexmark B3340, B3442, MB3442, MS331, MS431, MS439, MX331, MX431 Printers and MFPs... 30 Lexmark CS431, C3426, CS439, CX431, MC3426
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    Contents 4 Lexmark C6160, CS820, CS827, CX820, CX825, CX827, CX860, XC6152, XC6153, XC8155, XC8160, XC8163 Printers and MFPs 103 Lexmark C4150, CS720, CS725, CS727, CS728, CX725, CX727, XC4140, XC4143, XC4150, XC4153 Printers and MFPs...111 Glossary...116 Index...119
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    provides guidelines to help you select appropriate print materials for the following laser printers. Series B Series C Series M Series X Series Printer models B2338, B2442, B2546, B2650, B2865, B3340, B3442 C2240, C2325, C2425, C2535, C3426, C4150, C6160, C9235, CS421, CS431, CS439, CS521, CS622
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    Introduction 6 Date Changes September 2016 Initial document release for the following products: C4150, C6160, CS720, CS725, CS727, CS728, CS820, CS827, CX725, CX727, CX820, CX825, CX827, CX860, XC4140, XC4150, XC6152, XC8155, XC8160.
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    to, cutting the stock to size, perforating the stock, die‑cutting, and applying inks and topcoats. Converters work with their customers to convert the base material into a cut‑sheet product designed for use in laser printers. • Distributors are generally the direct link to the customer. As needs and
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    path turns. For more information about the weights your printer supports, see the individual printer specifications in this document. Dimensions All printers have print material dimension limitations. For more information, see the printer documentation. You can sometimes redesign your printed output
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    volatile components to the high temperatures and pressure used in the laser printing process. Preprinted inks and colorations withstand a fuser temperature up to 225°C (437°F) and a pressure up to 25 psi without contaminating the printer or creating hazardous fumes. We do not recommend thermography
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    Tenting may increase skew, cause double‑sheet feeding, or smear the toner on the print material before fusing, resulting in poor print quality. To at the top of the form for printers with a corner buckler system. Use micro‑perfs to avoid nesting problems. Make sure that perforations fall outside the
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    and poor fuse grade. Metallics We do not recommend using metallics in forms, whether in inks or other materials, due to their conductivity and their ability to bleed charge. This property can interfere with toner transfer and cause poor print quality. Basic form design When designing forms, include
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    create printing problems. Continuous printing on labels, for example, may result in more frequent service calls. The rollers in the printer can squeeze Paper guidelines Use the appropriate paper to prevent jams and help ensure trouble‑free printing. • Always use new, undamaged paper. • Before
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    . If paper is too rough, toner cannot fuse to it properly. If paper is too smooth, it can cause paper feeding or print quality issues. We recommend the use of paper with 50 Sheffield points for color laser printers and 150-250 Sheffield points for mono laser printers. Moisture content The amount of
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    support the use of recycled paper produced specifically for use in laser (electrophotographic) printers in Sheffield units; impacts print clarity and how well toner fuses to the paper). • Surface friction (determines how required to de-ink and deal with additives such as colorants and glue often
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    is optimal for color laser printers. • Smoothness of 150-250 Sheffield points is optimal for mono laser printers. • Do not toner onto the paper properly, resulting in poor print quality. Depending on your printer model, material thicker than 0.30 mm (0.012 in.) may present feed reliability problems
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    edge first. For lighter card stocks, we recommend grain long to reduce potential curl problems. Curl may decrease the ability of the form to move reliably through the printer. Most printers feed paper short edge first. If your printer supports larger paper sizes, such as 11 x 17 in. or A3, it may feed
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    is optimal) for color laser printers. For mono laser printers, we recommend 150-250 Sheffield points. Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result in printing degradation. For more information about the individual printer Sheffield recommendations, see "Printer-specific paper support" on page
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    guides support for your printer, see "Printer-specific paper support printers. Check the section for your specific printer. Heavy label stock can absorb heat, which affects toner adhesion and print quality, causing delamination. Note: Make sure that you use labels specifically designed for laser printer
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    sheets also contaminate the printer and the cartridge with adhesive, and could void the printer and toner cartridge warranties. • Flex, laser printers to ensure that you are using the proper type of labels. For more information about label support for your printer, see "Printer-specific paper support
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    ‑speed laser printers (50 problem is printer and cartridge contamination. The adhesives are semiliquid and may contain volatile components. If the sheet jams in the fuser, the adhesive can melt, contaminating parts of the printer or releasing fumes. To avoid exposing adhesive to the paper path guides
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    . Topcoats affect the print quality, feed reliability, and adhesion of toner to the face sheet. Topcoats should withstand temperatures up to 225°C the fuser and could emit vapors that can damage the printer. Preprinted inks can also cause printer contamination, and may be present on one or both
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    279.4 mm (11 in.) at driver edge (left margin side) Polyester and other face materials Varies * Use a non‑oozing adhesive. Using cut sheet labels with adhesive applied to the edge of the sheet contaminates and voids your printer and cartridge warranties. When using pressure‑sensitive materials
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    , which requires printer servicing. Materials, which have liner face melt temperatures lower than the fuser temperature, may require the leading and trailing edge stripped areas to be 1.6 mm maximum due to feeding problems. We recommend that the liner face is constructed with material that can
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    being printed, printing labels may require special printer maintenance. For more information about printing on labels, see "Printer-specific paper support" on page 30. Maintenance procedures Note: These procedures apply only to mono laser printers. If print quality begins to degrade when printing
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    in paper feed problems and jams. printer to print on both sides of paper labels. To determine whether your printer requires a wiper, see "Printer-specific paper support guide surface that provides the best support. • The incidence angle of the leading edge of the media as it touches the primary guide
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    greater than 20 mm (0.79 in.). The spacing keeps the leading edge of the media flat as it moves through the system. Rib pattern for Lexmark C6160, CS820, CS827, CX820, CX825, CX827, CX860, XC6152, XC8155, XC8160 Rib pattern for
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    and using paper 27 Rib pattern for Lexmark B2865, M5255, M5265, M5270, MB2770, label problems. For more troubleshooting information, see your printer documentation. Problem Solution ve more sheets of paper to remove any toner that may have accumulated. Toner rubs off the page. Make sure the
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    designed for laser printers. • Avoid getting fingerprints on the transparencies to prevent print quality problems. • support for your printer, see "Printer-specific paper support" on page 30. Unacceptable paper Test results indicate that the following paper types are at risk for use with laser printers
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    Use these paper storage guidelines to help avoid jams and uneven print quality: • Store paper in its original wrapper in the same environment as the printer for 24 to 48 hours before printing. • Extend the time several days if the storage or transportation environment is very different from the
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    -specific paper support 30 Printer-specific paper support Lexmark B3340, B3442, MB3442, MS331, MS431, MS439, MX331, MX431 Printers and MFPs Supported paper sizes Paper size Standard Optional Multipurpose Two‑sided Scanner ADF 250‑sheet 550‑sheet feeder printing tray tray A4 210 x 297
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    Printer-specific paper support 31 Paper size Standard Optional Multipurpose Two‑sided (4.33 x 8.66 in.) X X C5 Envelope 162 x 229 mm (6.38 x 9.01 in.) X X X X 1 The default support is long‑edge feed. 2 Paper must at least be 210 mm (8.27 in.) wide and 279.4 mm (11 in.) long for two‑
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    Printer-specific paper support 32 Paper size Standard Optional Multipurpose Two‑sided Scanner ADF 250‑ X X Bond X Letterhead X Preprinted X Colored Paper X Light Paper X Heavy Paper X Rough/Cotton X * One‑sided paper labels are supported for occasional use of less than 20 pages
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    60-217 g/m2 (16-58 lb) 60-90 g/m2 (16-24 lb) 60-90 g/m2 (16-24 lb) Lexmark CS431, C3426, CS439, CX431, MC3426 Printers and MFPs Supported paper sizes Paper size Standard or Manual feeder Two‑sided ADF optional printing 250‑sheet tray Scanner glass A4 210 x 297 mm (8.27 x 11.7 in.) A51
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    Printer-specific paper support 34 Paper size Standard or Manual feeder Two‑sided ADF optional printing 250‑sheet tray Scanner glass JIS B5 X Load narrow paper with the short edge entering the printer first. 4 Supports paper size only up to 216 x 297 mm (8.5 x 11.7 in.). 5 The standard 250‑
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    Printer-specific paper support 35 Paper size Universal2, 3 105 x 148 mm (4.13 x 5.83 in.) to 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) Standard or Manual feeder optional 250‑sheet tray X X Two‑sided printing X ADF Scanner glass X 7 3/4 Envelope 5 98.4 x 190.5 mm (3.875 x 7.5 in.) X X 9 Envelope 5
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    Printer-specific paper support • The ADF supports only plain paper. Paper type Plain paper Standard or optional 250‑sheet tray Card stock Labels Envelopes Manual feeder 36 Two‑sided printing X X X Supported paper weights Note: The ADF supports 52-90.3 g/m2 (14-24 lb bond) paper. Paper type
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    weights of paper they support. Note: For an unlisted paper size, select the closest larger listed size. Supported paper sizes Paper size 250‑sheet tray Manual feeder Two‑sided ADF printing narrow paper with the short edge entering the printer first. 5 Print only up to five envelopes at a time.
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    Printer-specific paper support 38 Paper size 250‑sheet tray Manual feeder Two‑sided ADF printing Scanner glass Executive X X 10 Envelope 5 104.8 x 241.3 mm (4.12 x 9.5 in.) X X 1 The default support is long‑edge feed. When running on short‑edge feed, A5 is treated as narrow paper. 2 This
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    Printer-specific paper support 39 Paper size 250‑sheet tray Manual feeder Two‑sided ADF printing Scanner glass DL Envelope 5 110 x 220 mm (4.33 x 8.66 in.) X X C5 Envelope 5 162 x 229 mm (6.38 x 9.01 in.) X X B5 Envelope 5
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    Printer-specific paper support 40 Paper type and weight 250‑sheet tray Light m2 (35‑lb bond) Envelopes 60-105 g/m2 (16-28‑lb bond) Manual feeder Two‑sided printing X X X X Lexmark B2236 Printer and MB2236 MFP The following tables provide information on standard and optional paper sources
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    Printer-specific paper support 41 Supported paper sizes Notes: • Paper less than 210 mm (8.3 in.) wide always prints at reduced speed. • Use the manual feeder when printing on paper less than 105 mm (4.1 in.) wide. • The minimum paper dimension supported for two‑sided printing is 210 x 279.4 mm
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    Printer-specific paper support 42 Paper size 250‑sheet tray Manual feeder Two‑sided printing Legal 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5 x 14 x 6.38 in.) to 176 x 250 mm (6.93 x 9.84 in.) * This paper source supports paper size only up to 216 x 297 mm (8.5 x 11.7 in.). Scanner glass Automatic document feeder X X *
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    Preprinted Colored paper Light Heavy Recycled Supported paper weights 250‑sheet tray 60-105 g/m² (16-28‑lb bond) Manual feeder Two‑sided printing 60-200 g/m² (16-54‑lb 70-105 g/m² (18.7-28‑lb bond) bond) Automatic document feeder 60-105 g/m² (16-28‑lb bond) Lexmark C2240, C2325, C2425
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    they support. Note: For an unlisted paper size, select the closest larger listed size. Supported paper sizes Note: Your printer model may 8.27 in.) 1 Load this paper size into tray 1 and the manual feeder with the long edge entering the printer first. 2 Load this paper size into tray 2, tray 3, and
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    Printer-specific paper support 45 Paper size and dimension Standard 250‑sheet tray Manual feeder Optional 650‑sheet duo tray Optional Two‑sided 550‑sheet tray Multipurpose feeder 550‑sheet tray printing A6 105 x 148 mm (4.13 x 5.83 in.) X X X
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    Printer-specific paper support 46 Paper size and dimension Standard 250‑sheet tray Manual feeder Optional 650‑sheet duo tray Optional Two‑sided 550‑sheet tray Multipurpose feeder 550‑sheet tray printing Universal3,4 X X 76.2 x 127 mm to 215.9 x 355.6
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    Printer-specific paper support 47 Paper size and dimension Standard 250‑sheet tray Manual feeder Optional 650‑sheet duo tray Optional Two‑sided 550‑sheet tray Multipurpose feeder 550‑sheet tray printing Monarch 98.425 x 190.5 mm (3.875 x 7.5 in.) X X X
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    , and weights. • Labels, envelopes, and card stock always print at 25 pages per minute. • The ADF supports 52-120 g/m2 (14-32 lb bond) paper. Paper type and weight Standard 250‑sheet tray Manual feeder Optional 650‑sheet duo tray 550‑sheet tray Multipurpose feeder Optional 550‑sheet tray Two
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    Printer-specific paper support 49 Paper type and weight Standard 250‑sheet tray Manual feeder Optional 650‑sheet duo tray lb bond) are supported. 4 100% cotton content maximum weight is 24‑lb bond. 5 28‑lb bond envelopes are limited to 25% cotton content. Lexmark MS725 Printer and MX725 MFP
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    X 105 x 148 mm (4.1 x 5.8 in.) to 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) * A5 long edge feed (LEF) is recommended over A5 short edge feed (SEF). Paper sizes supported by the output options or finishers Note: The output options and finishers are supported only in the Lexmark MS725 printer model.
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    Printer-specific paper support 51 Paper size A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.) A5 LEF 210 x 148 mm (8.3 x 5.8 in.) A5 SEF 148 x 210 mm (5.8 x 8.3 in.) A6 105 x 148 mm (4.1 x 5.8
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    up to 20 pages only. Print the succeeding pages after three minutes. Paper types supported by the output options or finishers Note: The output options and finishers are supported only in the Lexmark MS725 printer model. Paper type Plain paper Output expander or high‑capacity output expander 4‑bin
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    Colored Paper X X X Light X X X Heavy X X X Rough/Cotton X X X Custom Type [x] X X X Staple, hole punch finisher Stack Staple Hole punch X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Supported paper weights Paper weights supported by the printer
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    are limited to 25% cotton content. Multipurpose feeder Two‑sided printing Paper weights supported by the output options or finishers Note: The output options and finishers are supported only in the Lexmark MS725 printer model. Paper type and weight Output expander or high‑capacity output expander
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    Staple Hole punch X X X X X X X X X X X X X Card stock and label guidelines Card stock and label weights support The following media types are supported only in Lexmark MS725 and MX725 printer models. • Vinyl and polyester labels • Narrow media batch jobs The following table lists
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    the most difficult print materials for laser printers. Use a special fuser cleaner for label applications to optimize feed reliability and prevent duplexing. It is recommended that you install the fuser oil cleaner, P/N 40X8579, when you run labels. When you order a new cartridge, make sure that it
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    on page 16 • "Maintenance procedures" on page 24 • "Troubleshooting" on page 27 • "Primary rib pattern design guidelines for reference edge alignment" on page 25 Lexmark B2865, M5255, M5270, MS821, MS822, MS823, MS825, MS826 Printers The following tables provide information on standard and optional
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    Printer-specific paper support 58 Supported paper sizes Paper sizes supported by the printer Paper size A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.) A5 LEF1 210 x 148 mm (8.3 x 5.8 in.) A5 SEF1 148 x 210 mm (5.8 x 8.3 in.) Standard 550‑sheet tray, optional
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    Printer-specific paper support 59 Paper size Standard 550‑sheet tray, optional 250‑ or 550‑sheet mm (4.5 in.) may crease. This paper type must be tested for acceptability. Paper sizes supported by the output options or finishers Paper size Output 4‑bin mailbox Staple finisher expander, high
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    Printer-specific paper support 60 Paper size Oficio (Mexico) 216 x 340 mm (8.5 x 13.4 in.) Statement 140 x 216 mm (5.5 x 8.5 in.) Executive 184 x 267 mm (7.3 x 10.5 in.) Letter 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x
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    expander, or offset stacker X X X X X X X X X X X X Staple, hole punch finisher Stack Staple Hole punch X X X X X X X X X X X X Supported paper types Paper types supported by the printer Paper type Plain paper Standard 550‑sheet tray, optional 250‑ or 550‑sheet tray
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    Printer-specific paper support 62 Paper type Preprinted Standard 550‑sheet tray, optional 250‑ or 550‑sheet tray Optional 2100‑sheet tray Multipurpose feeder Two‑sided printing Colored paper X Light X Heavy X Rough/Cotton X Custom type [x] X * To prevent transparencies from sticking
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    Custom type [x] X Staple finisher Stack Staple X X X X Staple, hole punch finisher Stack Staple Hole punch X X X X X X Supported paper weights Paper weights supported by the printer Paper type and weight Standard Optional 550‑sheet 2100‑sheet tray, optional tray 250‑ or 550
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    Printer-specific paper support 64 Paper weights supported by the output options or finishers Paper type and weight Output expander or high‑capacity output expander 4‑bin mailbox Staple finisher Stack Staple Plain paper
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    The following media types are not supported on this printer: • Vinyl and polyester labels Printing these labels can lead to print quality problems and printer damage. For applications where these labels are run, use the Lexmark MS725 or MX725 printer model. • Narrow media batch jobs When printing
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    Combining print materials can cause feeding problems. • Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a paper jam. Adhesive material may contaminate your printer. It could also void your printer and cartridge warranties. During printing, the number
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    Printer-specific paper support 67 The following tables provide information on standard and optional paper sources and the sizes, types, and weights of paper they support. Note: For an unlisted paper size, select the closest larger listed size. Supported paper sizes Paper size Standard 550‑sheet
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    Printer-specific paper support 68 Paper size Standard 550‑sheet tray, optional 250‑ or 550 wider than 101.6 mm (4.5 in.) may crease. This paper type must be tested for acceptability. Supported paper types Paper type Plain paper Standard 550‑sheet tray, optional 250‑ or 550‑sheet tray Optional
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    Printer-specific paper support 69 Paper type Labels Standard 550‑sheet tray, optional 250‑ or 550‑sheet tray Optional 2100‑sheet tray X Multipurpose feeder Two‑sided printing X Bond Envelope X X Rough envelope X X Letterhead Preprinted Colored paper X Light X Heavy X Rough/Cotton
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    The following media types are not supported on this printer: • Vinyl and polyester labels Printing these labels can lead to print quality problems and printer damage. For applications where these labels are run, use the Lexmark MS725 or MX725 printer model. • Narrow media batch jobs When printing
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    the printer models and feeding different types of media, contact your Lexmark sales problems. • Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a paper jam. Adhesive material may contaminate your printer. It could also void your printer and cartridge
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    Printer-specific paper support 72 When printing on card stock: • From the control panel, • "Maintenance procedures" on page 24 • "Troubleshooting" on page 27 • "Primary rib pattern design guidelines for reference edge alignment" on page 25 Lexmark MX822, MX826, XM7355, XM7370 MFPs The following
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    -specific paper support 73 Supported paper sizes Paper sizes supported by the printer Paper size Standard or Optional optional 550‑sheet 2100‑sheet tray tray Multipurpose feeder Two‑sided printing A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3 x 11.7 in.) A5 LEF1
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    Printer-specific paper support 74 Paper size Standard or Optional optional 550‑sheet 2100 .6 mm (4.5 in.) may crease. This paper type must be tested for acceptability. Paper sizes supported by the output options or finishers Paper size Offset stacker 4‑bin mailbox Staple finisher Stack Staple
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    Printer-specific paper support 75 Paper size Offset stacker 4‑bin mailbox Staple finisher Stack Staple Executive 184 x 267 mm (7.3 x 10.5 in.) Letter 216 x 279 mm (8.5 x 11 in.) Legal 216 x
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    Paper types supported by the printer Paper type Plain paper Standard or Optional optional 550‑sheet 2100‑sheet tray tray Multipurpose feeder Two‑sided printing Card stock X Transparency* X X Labels X X Bond Envelope X X Rough envelope X X Letterhead Preprinted Colored paper
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    Colored paper X X X Light X X X Heavy X X X Rough/Cotton X X X Custom type [x] X X X Staple, hole punch finisher Stack Staple Hole punch X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Supported paper weights Paper weights supported by the printer
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    for paper over 176 g/m² (47 lb). 2 Pressure‑sensitive area must enter the printer first. 3 28‑lb bond envelopes are limited to 25% cotton content. Multipurpose feeder Two‑sided printing X Paper weights supported by the output options or finishers Paper type and weight Offset stacker 4‑bin Staple
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    Printer-specific paper support 79 Paper type and weight Offset stacker 4‑bin Staple finisher mailbox Stack Staple Card stock 199 g/m² grain long (110‑lb bond) X X Card stock 176 g/m² grain
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    The following media types are not supported on this printer: • Vinyl and polyester labels Printing these labels can lead to print quality problems and printer damage. For applications where these labels are run, use the Lexmark MS725 or MX725 printer model. • Narrow media batch jobs When printing
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    Combining print materials can cause feeding problems. • Use full label sheets. Partial sheets may cause labels to peel off during printing, resulting in a paper jam. Adhesive material may contaminate your printer. It could also void your printer and cartridge warranties. During printing, the number
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    Printer-specific paper support 82 The following tables provide information on standard and optional paper sources and the sizes, types, and weights of paper they support. Note: For an unlisted paper size, select the closest larger listed size. Supported paper sizes Paper size A4 210 x 297 mm (8.3
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    Printer-specific paper support Paper size Standard 550‑sheet tray Oficio (Mexico) 216 x 340 mm (8.5 x 13.4 in.) Hagaki X 100 x 148 mm (3.9 x 5.8 in.) Business card X 50.8 x 88.9 mm (2 x 3.5 in.) Statement
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    tray Multipurpose feeder Two‑sided printing Card stock X X X Transparency X X Recycled Paper labels1 X Bond2 1 One‑sided paper labels designed for laser printers are supported for occasional use. It is recommended to print 20 or fewer pages of paper labels per month. Vinyl, pharmacy
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    58 lb) Envelopes N/A N/A N/A * One‑sided paper labels designed for laser printers are supported for occasional use. It is recommended to print 20 or fewer pages of paper labels per month. Vinyl, pharmacy, and two‑sided labels are not supported. Lexmark MB2338, MB2442, MX321, MX421, XM1242 MFPs
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    Printer-specific paper support 86 The following tables provide information on standard and optional paper sources and the sizes, types, and weights of paper they support. Note: For an unlisted paper size, select the closest larger listed size. Supported paper sizes Paper size Standard 550‑sheet
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    Printer-specific paper support 87 Paper size Standard 550‑sheet tray Business card X 50.8 x 88.9 mm (2 x 3.5 in.) Statement 140 x 216 mm (5.5 x 8.5 in.) Executive 184 x 267 mm (7.3 x 10.5 in.) Letter
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    ‑sided feeder printing ADF Scanner glass Card stock X X X X Transparency X X X Recycled Paper labels1 X X 1 One‑sided paper labels designed for laser printers are supported for occasional use. It is recommended to print 20 or fewer pages of paper labels per month. Vinyl, pharmacy
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    Two‑sided feeder printing ADF Scanner glass Letterhead Preprinted Colored paper Light paper Heavy paper2 Rough/Cotton Envelope X X X X Rough envelope X X X X 1 One‑sided paper labels designed for laser printers are supported for occasional use. It is recommended to print 20
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    16-58 lb) * One‑sided paper labels designed for laser printers are supported for occasional use. It is recommended to print 20 or fewer pages of paper labels per month. Vinyl, pharmacy, and two‑sided labels are not supported. Lexmark MB2546, MB2650, MX521, MX522, MX622, XM1242, XM1246, XM3250 MFPs
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    Printer-specific paper support 91 Paper size Standard 550‑sheet tray A6 105 x 148 mm (4.1 x 5.8 in.) JIS B5 182 x 257 mm (7.2 x 10.1 in.) Oficio (Mexico) 216 x 340 mm (8.5 x 13.4
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    Printer-specific paper support 92 Paper size Standard 550‑sheet tray Universal 105 x 148 mm to 216 x 356 mm (4.13 x 5.83 in. to 8.5 x 14 in.) Universal X 148 x 210 mm
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    Transparency X X X Recycled Paper labels1 X X Bond2 Letterhead Preprinted Colored paper Light paper Heavy paper2 Rough/Cotton Envelope X X X X Rough envelope X X X X 1 One‑sided paper labels designed for laser printers are supported for occasional use. It is recommended to
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    (16-58 lb) * One‑sided paper labels designed for laser printers are supported for occasional use. It is recommended to print 20 or fewer pages of paper labels per month. Vinyl, pharmacy, and two‑sided labels are not supported. Lexmark C9235, CS921, CS923, CS927, CX921, CX922, CX923, CX924, CX927
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    -specific paper support 95 Supported paper sizes Paper sizes supported by the printer Paper size and dimension 500‑sheet 2 x 500‑sheet 2500‑sheet 3000‑sheet Multipurpose tray tray tray tray feeder3 Two‑sided printing 7 3/4 Envelope X X X X X 98 x 191 mm (3.9 x 7.5
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    Printer-specific paper support 96 Paper size and dimension 500‑sheet 2 x 500‑sheet 2500‑sheet 3000‑sheet Multipurpose tray tray tray tray feeder3 Two‑sided printing C5 Envelope X X X X X 162 x
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    Printer-specific paper support 97 Paper size and dimension 500‑sheet 2 x 500‑sheet 2500‑sheet 3000‑sheet Multipurpose tray tray tray tray feeder3 Two‑sided printing SRA3 1, 4 X X X 1 320 x 450
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    Printer-specific paper support Paper size A4 A5 A6 B5 Envelope C5 Envelope DL Envelope Business card Dimensions 210 x 450 mm X (12.6 x 17.7 in.) 1 This paper is loaded only in short‑edge orientation. 2 The paper source supports paper size without size sensing. 98 Scanner 2 1,2 X X X 1,2 2 2 X X
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    Printer-specific paper support 99 Paper size Dimensions ADF Statement 140 x 216 mm (5.5 x 8.5 in.) Universal 89 x 98.4 mm to 297 x 431.8 mm 2 (3.50 x 3.87 in. to 11.69 x 17.00 in.) 1 This paper is loaded only in short‑edge orientation. 2 The paper source supports paper size without size
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    paper types Paper types supported by the printer Note: Labels, transparencies, envelopes, and card stock always print at reduced speed. Paper type Bond 2 x 500‑sheet 2500‑sheet tray 3000‑sheet tray Multipurpose tray feeder Envelope X X X Card Stock Colored Paper Custom Type Glossy
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    Printer-specific paper support 101 Paper type Rough Envelope 2 x 500‑sheet 2500‑sheet tray 3000‑sheet tray Multipurpose tray feeder sticking together. Paper type ADF Bond Scanner Envelope Card Stock Colored Paper Custom Type Glossy Heavy Glossy Heavy Paper Labels Letterhead Light
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    Printer-specific paper support 102 Paper types supported by the finisher Paper type Bond Staple finisher Non‑finishing Labels X X X X X Envelope X X X Rough Envelope X X X Letterhead Preprinted Colored Paper Light Paper Heavy Paper X X X Rough Cotton X X X Custom Type 1
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    g/m2 (20- 68 lb) Lexmark C6160, CS820, CS827, CX820, CX825, CX827, CX860, XC6152, XC6153, XC8155, XC8160, XC8163 Printers and MFPs The following tables provide information on standard and optional paper sources and the sizes, types, and weights of paper they support. Note: For an unlisted paper
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    Printer-specific paper support 104 Paper size Dimensions 550‑ 2200‑ Envelope x 127 mm to X X X 229 x 359.9 mm (3 x 5 in. to 9 x 14.2 in.) 1 This paper source does not support automatic size sensing. 2 A5 portrait reports as Universal in the standard and optional 550‑sheet trays.
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    Printer-specific paper support 105 Paper size Dimensions 550‑ 2200‑ Envelope Multipurpose Two‑sided ADF sheet 3 x 5 76.2 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in.) X X X X 1 This option supports only CX825, CX860, and XC8100 Series models. 2 A5 portrait reports as Universal in the standard and optional
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    Printer-specific paper support 106 Paper size Dimensions Standard bin Staple finisher Offset Staple 229 x 359.9 mm (3 x 5 in. to 9 x 14.2 in.) X X X 1 This option supports only CX825, CX860, and XC8100 Series models. 2 A5 portrait reports as Universal in the standard and optional 550‑sheet
  • Lexmark B2865 | Paper and Specialty Media Guide PDF - Page 107
    Printer-specific paper support 107 Paper size Dimensions Standard bin Staple fi to 229 x 359.9 mm (3.9 x 6.4 in. to (9 x 14.2 in.) X X X X X X 1 This option supports only CX825, CX860, and XC8100 Series models. 2 A5 portrait reports as Universal in the standard and optional 550‑sheet trays
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    Transparency X X X X X Letterhead X Preprinted X Colored Paper X Light Paper X Heavy Paper X Rough Cotton X 1 This paper source supports up to 176 g/m2 of card stock weight. 2 punch Card Stock X X X * This option supports only the CX825, CX860, and XC8100 printer models.
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    Vinyl Labels X X X X Bond Envelope X X X Rough Envelope X X X Letterhead Preprinted Colored Paper Light Paper Heavy Paper Rough Cotton * This option supports only the CX825, CX860, and XC8100 printer models. Supported paper weights Paper type Standard 550‑sheet 2200-sheet tray
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    Printer-specific paper support 110 Paper type Standard 550‑sheet 2200-sheet tray tray Envelope ) 300 g/m2 (110 lb) 218 g/m2 (80 lb) 218 g/m2 (80 lb) 218 g/m2 (80 lb) Supported labels Label type Width and length Weight Thickness Smoothness Paper Dual web 76 x 216 mm (3 x 8.5 in.)a Up to
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    Sheffield could result in print quality degradation. c The weight is only supported in two‑line‑printing. Letterhead orientation Source Printing Printed side Paper the top edge entering the printer first. Lexmark C4150, CS720, CS725, CS727, CS728, CX725, CX727, XC4140, XC4143, XC4150,
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    Printer-specific paper support 112 The following tables provide information on standard and optional paper sources and the sizes, types, and weights of paper they support. Note: For an unlisted paper size, select the closest larger listed size. Supported paper sizes Paper size Dimensions 550‑
  • Lexmark B2865 | Paper and Specialty Media Guide PDF - Page 113
    Printer-specific paper support 113 Paper size Dimensions 550‑sheet tray Multipurpose feeder* Legal 215.9 x 355.6 mm (8.5 x 14 in.) Letter 215.9 x 279.4 mm (8.5 x 11 in.) Oficio 215.9 x 340 mm (8.5 x
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    Printer-specific paper support 114 Paper type Plain Paper Card Stock Recycled Glossy Heavy Glossy Labels Vinyl Labels Bond Envelope Rough Envelope Transparency Letterhead Preprinted Colored Paper Light Paper Heavy Paper Custom Type 550‑sheet tray Multipurpose feeder ADF X X X X X X X X X
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    Printer-specific paper support 115 Supported card stock Paper type Index Bristol Tag Cover lb) 163 g/m2 (100 lb) 203 g/m2 (125 lb) 176 g/m2 (65 lb) 218 g/m2 (80 lb) Supported labels Label type Width and length Weight Thickness Smoothness Paper Vinyl 76 x 216 mm (3 x 8.5 in.)* 218 g/m2 (58
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    . Refers to how well the material is able to support itself and remain flat and straight during the printing the stock, die‑cutting, and applying inks and topcoats. Print material suppliers who is driven by the rollers in the printer. For most Lexmark printers, the driver edge is the left edge of a
  • Lexmark B2865 | Paper and Specialty Media Guide PDF - Page 117
    grade Fusing Grain Ink contamination Laser‑perfs Leading problems and better print quality. Paper containing fibers such as cotton have characteristics that can result in degraded paper feeding. Qualitative measurement of the adhesion of toner to the printed sheet. Printer process of melting toner
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    Tenting Thermography Ties Toner Total strip matrix problems in the printer. Smoothness is measured in Sheffield points; lower values indicate smoother paper. The appearance of black when it is flexed. A printing process that raises the ink image or design above the surface of the base material.
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    grain orientation 16 guidelines envelopes 17 labels 18 H humidity 9 I inks (preprinted stock) 9 integrated forms 21 ironing 9 L label characteristics 21 115 label smoothness 110, 115 label thickness 110, 115 label weights supported 110, 115 labels construction 19 dual web forms 21 duplexing 25
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    , 107, 113 supported paper weights 33, 36, 39, 43, 48, 53, 63, 69, 77, 85, 89, 94, 102, 109, 114 T temperature 7 thermography inks 9 tips card stock 15 labels 18 on using envelopes 18 on using transparencies 28 transparencies 28 toner rubs off 27 topcoats 21 transparencies tips 28 troubleshooting 27
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Paper and Specialty Media Guide
Laser Printers
May 2020
www.lexmark.com