B-4 Consumable Specifications Rev. B
B.1.1.5 In case that paper other than the specified original paper is used
If the paper other than the specified original paper is used, confirm whether the paper meets the
requirements for the thickness, the peeling strength, and the transparency rates.
B.1.1.6 Requirements for Black Mark Position for Receipt Paper
When manufacturing receipt paper with black marks, be sure to make paper that meets the
following requirements.
The reflecting rates of black mark portions (1) and non black mark portions (2) must meet the
combinations shown in the table below:
Black mark length in vertical: 4 ~ 7.5 mm {0.157~ 0.295"}
Black mark position: Any places
NOTE:Reflecting rates are measured by the Macbeth PCM-II (Filter D) meter.
Paper without intervals between labels, such as continuous label paper, paper with perforated
lines between labels, and paper with slits between labels, can also be used under the same
requirements.
Black Mark Interval Requirement
Reflecting rate of black mark portion (1) 17% 16% 15% 14% 13% Less
Reflecting rate of the portion where the
black mark does not exist (2)
90% 85% 80% 75% 70% More