Labels
When selecting labels, consider the quality of the following components:
●Adhesives: The adhesive material should be stable at 200° C (392° F), the printer’s maximum temperature.
●Arrangement: Only use labels that do not have exposed backing between them. Labels can peel off of sheets that have spaces between the labels, causing serious jams.
●Curl: Prior to printing, labels must lie flat with no more than 13 mm (0.5 in.) of curl in any direction.
●Condition: Do not use labels with wrinkles, bubbles, or other indications of separation.
Transparencies
Transparencies must be able to withstand 200° C (392° F), the printer’s maximum temperature.
Envelopes
Envelope construction
Envelope construction is critical. Envelope fold lines can vary considerably, not only between manufacturers, but also within a box from the same manufacturer. Successful printing on envelopes depends on the quality of the envelopes. When selecting envelopes, consider the following components:
●Weight: The weight of the envelope paper should not exceed 28 lb (105 g/m2), or jamming might result.
●Construction: Prior to printing, envelopes should lie flat with less than 6 mm (0.25 in.) curl and should not contain air. Envelopes that trap air may cause problems.
●Condition: Make sure that the envelopes are not wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged.
●Sizes: From 90 x 160 mm (3.5 x 6.3 in.) to 178 x 254 mm (7 x 10 in.).
Envelopes with double-side seams
An envelope with
Acceptable
Unacceptable
76 Appendix B Media specifications | ENWW |