
IntroductionChapter —1
4 PK80Series 80 -Column User’s Manual
PaperUse of paper that matches the following specifications ensures
optimum PK80 performance. Variation from these specificatio ns, use
of aged paper, or use of paper exposed to elements such as dirt or
humidity may cause printing problems.
The printer works with 1–3 ply carbonlesspaper that is single-edge glued
and designedf or sprocketfeed. Standard paper size is 8.5 x 11” or 8. 5 x
12” (241 x 305 mm international). Use 3-ply forms up to a maximum of
0.009 inch (0.23 mm) thick.
A soft, flexible, rubber type cementapplied to one perforation strip only is
preferred. The resultant lamination sh ould wrap around a 1-1/4 inch di-
ameter rollwithout curl or wrinkle.
MaterialBreakdown
The following tablesshow the material broken down per ply:
14#CBF (Car bonless Back and Front)
Target Under Over
Basis Weight 14# 13.3 14.7
Caliper 2.9 2.6 3.2
Moisture 5.0 4.0 6.0
Smoothness (RS) 165 110 230
Smoothness (CB) 270 220 320
Brightness(Wht) 88 86 90
Colorsavailable: White, Canary, Pink, Goldenrod,Blue, Green
15#CF (Car bonless Front)
Target Under Over
Basis Weight 15# 14.43 15.8
Caliper 3.0 2.5 3.2
Moisture 5.0 4.0 6.0
Smoothness (RS) 140 100 180
Smoothness (CF) 140 100 180
Brightness(Wht) 85 84 86
Colorsavailable: White, Canary, Pink, Goldenrod,Blue, Green