Xerox 12 Text paper, Trail edge, Translucent papers, Uncoated paper, Vellum finish, Virgin paper

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GLOSSARY

SWOP:

Abbreviation for Specifications for Web Offset Publications.

T

Text paper:

Designation for printing papers with textured surfaces such as laid or linen. Some mills also use “text” to refer to any paper they consider top-of-the- line, whether or not its surface has a texture.

Trail edge:

The edge of the paper that feeds last into the copier

Translucent papers:

Papers that will allow information to be seen through them but not totally clear like an acetate.

U

Uncoated paper:

Paper that has not been coated with clay. Also called offset paper.

V

Vellum finish:

Somewhat absorbent, rough, toothy finish.

Virgin paper:

Paper made exclusively of pulp from trees or cotton, as compared to recycled paper.

W

Wire side:

Side of the paper that rests against the Fourdrinier wire during papermaking, as compared to felt side.

Writing paper:

A paper with a hard surface which makes it good for writing on it with pen or pencil.

X

Xerographic paper:

A strong, durable paper used for electrostatic photocopiers and printers.

 

Contact your local authorized Xerox distributor, or call Xerox at 1-800-822-2200 in the USA,

 

or 1-800-668-0199 in Canada for our full line of media.

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COLOR MATERIALS USAGE GUIDE

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Contents Color Once YOU’VE Made Your First Smart Decision Make the Next Contents How to Order Paper like a Pro Usage Guidelines for Xerox Color Copiers and PrintersIntroduction Making the best decisionAnswers to these question and more Papers for today’s businessTerminology SymbolsAbout this guide Why do we produce so many documents? About PaperFundamentals of Paper Let’s take a look at the papermaking machinesWhat Happens When Dry Ink Meets Paper When dry ink meets paperImportant Paper Properties for Color Xerography Paper influences on document qualityAbout Paper About Paper About Paper About Paper Optical paper qualities that influence image quality Reliability Paper feeding hints Surface strength Moisture contentElectrical properties conductivity and resistivity Friction coefficient Paper Storage Temperature and humidity StackingConditioning paper Why Paper Doesn’t Always Work the Way it Should Coated paper and offsetCoated paper and xerography Moisture and xerographyTechnology and Paper Digital production printingOffice laser printing Office digital copying and printingXerox Papers and Xerox Digital Copier/Printers Business papers How to Order Paper like a ProHow paper is categorized in the USA and Canada Book papers Premium textUncoated book Coated bookSpeciality materials CoverIndex Features Surfaces Names Inches Lbs Mils Xerox paper Types of PaperXerox NeverTear Equivalent Paper Weights BoardApplications for Paper Book Papers Cover IndexWays paper can be ordered How Paper is Measured in Terms of Weights and SizesTerms used to describe paper weight Paper sizes in the USA and Canada RA Series SRA Series International Standards Organization ISO paper sizesSeries Rough finishes How to Select the Right Texture/FinishSmooth finishes How to Specify Paper How to Cut Your Costs Ten ways to keep your costs downDescription and expectations Standard or Normal Weight Papers UncoatedUsage Guidelines for Xerox Color Copiers and Printers Heavy-Weight Papers Hints, tips and testing resultsCoated Papers Hints, tips and testing results Usage Guidelines for Xerox Color Copiers and Printers Recycled Papers Hole-Punched Papers Pressure-Sensitive Labels Preprinted Papers Single-Step Transfer Paper Transparencies Usage Guidelines for Xerox Color Copiers and Printers This page is intentionally blank Glossary Dimensional stability Equilibrium Moisture contentEquivalent weight CartonHeavy weight paper Fine papersFinish FormationLightweight paper Laser bondLeaf Lead edgeResolution Substance weightPrintability Publishing paperWire side Text paperTrail edge Translucent papersTo learn more Next Generation of Color Documents is Here