B.2. Selecting the Right Paper
Paper Specifications
The following table summarizes the basic paper specifications. Details are given on the following pages.
Table B.1 Specifications
Item | Specification |
Weight | 60 to 90 g/m2 (16 to 24 lbs./ream) |
Thickness | 0.086 to 0.110 mm (3.4 to 4.3 mils) |
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Dimensional accuracy | ±0.7 mm (±0.0276 inches) |
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Squareness of corners | 90° ±0.2° |
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Moisture content | 4% to 6% |
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Direction of grain | Long grain |
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Pulp content | 80% or more |
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B.2. Selecting the Right Paper
Laser printing is a process involving laser light, electrostatic discharge, toner, and heat. In addition, as the paper passes through the printer it undergoes considerable sliding, bending, and twisting motions. A
Remember that all paper is not the same. Some of the factors to consider when selecting paper for the printer are as follows:
Condition of the Paper
Avoid using paper that is bent at the edges, curled, dirty, torn, embossed, or contaminated with lint, clay, or paper shreds
Use of paper in these conditions can lead to illegible printing, misfeeding, and paper jams, and can shorten the life of the printer. In particular, avoid using paper with a surface coating or other surface treatment. The paper should have as smooth and even a surface as possible.
Composition
Do not use paper that has been coated or
Bond paper should contain at least 80% pulp. Not more than 20% of the total paper content should consist of cotton or other fibers.
Paper Size
Cassettes and a MP tray are available for the paper sizes listed in Table B.2. The dimensional toler- ances are ±0.7 mm (±0.0276 inches) for the length and width. The angle at the corners must be 90° ±0.2°.