Paper type

Glossy papers

Card stock— maximum (grain long)

3

Card stock— maximum (grain short)1

Transparencies4

Labels—maximum5

Envelopes6,7

250-sheet tray

Book—88 to

176 g/m2 grain long

(60 to 120 lb book)

Cover—162 to

176 g/m2 grain long

(60 to 65 lb cover)

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120 g/m2 (67 lb)

Tag—120 g/m2 (74 lb)

Cover—135 g/m2 (50 lb)

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163 g/m2 (90 lb)

Tag—163 g/m2 (100 lb)

Cover—176 g/m2 (65 lb)

170–180 g/m2 (45 to 48 lb)

Paper—131 g/m2 (35 lb bond)

X

Optional 550-sheet tray

Book—88 to

176g/m2 grain long

(60 to 120 lb book)

Cover—162 to

176g/m2 grain long

(60 to 65 lb cover)

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120 g/m2 (67 lb)

Tag—120 g/m2 (74 lb)

Cover—135 g/m2 (50 lb)

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163 g/m2 (90 lb)

Tag—163 g/m2 (100 lb)

Cover—176 g/m2 (65 lb)

N/A

Paper—131 g/m2 (35 lb bond)

X

Multipurpose feeder

Book—88 to

176g/m2 grain long

(60 to 120 lb book)

Cover—162 to

176 g/m2 grain long

(60 to 65 lb cover)

Index Bristol

120 g/m2 (67 lb)

Tag—120 g/m2 (74 lb)

Cover—135 g/m2 (50 lb)

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163 g/m2 (90 lb)

Tag—163 g/m2 (100 lb)

Cover—176 g/m2 (65 lb)

170–180 g/m2 (45 to 48 lb)

Paper—131 g/m2 (35 lb bond)

60 to 105 g/m2 (16 to

28 lb bond)

Manual feeder

Book—88 to

176 g/m2 grain long

(60 to 120 lb book)

Cover—162 to

176 g/m2 grain long

(60 to 65 lb cover)

Index Bristol

120 g/m2 (67 lb)

Tag—120 g/m2 (74 lb)

Cover—135 g/m2 (50 lb)

Index Bristol

163 g/m2 (90 lb)

Tag—163 g/m2 (100 lb)

Cover—176 g/m2 (65 lb)

170–180 g/m2 (45 to 48 lb)

Paper—131 g/m2 (35 lb bond)

60 to 105 g/m2 (16 to

28 lb bond)

1Paper types must be set to match the supporting paper weights.

2The duplex supports paper weights between 60–105 g/m2 (16–28 lb) grain long bond. The duplex does not support card stock, transparencies, envelopes, or labels.

3For 60 to 176 g/m2 (16 to 47 lb bond) paper, we recommend grain long fibers.

4Lexmark transparency part numbers 12A8240 and 12A8241 are supported from the 250-sheet tray, manual feeder, and multipurpose feeder.

5The pressure sensitive area must enter the printer first.

6100 percent cotton content maximum weight is 90 g/m2 (24 lb) bond.

7105 g/m2 (28 lb) bond envelopes are limited to 25 percent cotton content.

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131, 383, 133, 138, 336 specifications

The Lexmark Series 3 printer models, specifically the Lexmark 356, 333, 382, 337, and 332, are designed to cater to the diverse needs of businesses and home office environments. These models offer a wide range of capabilities, making them suitable for various printing tasks, from high-volume outputs to everyday document printing.

One of the standout features of these printers is their print speed. The Lexmark 356 and 382 models, for instance, can produce up to 40 pages per minute (ppm), making them ideal choices for busy offices that require efficient document processing. Meanwhile, the Lexmark 333 and 337 models offer a slightly lower speed but still deliver performance that meets the needs of most small to medium-sized businesses.

In terms of print quality, these models utilize advanced laser printing technology, ensuring sharp text and vibrant graphics. The resolution can reach up to 1200 x 1200 dpi, enabling users to produce professional-grade documents, brochures, and marketing materials with ease.

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Moreover, these models come equipped with energy-efficient technologies that help reduce power consumption without compromising performance. Features such as automatic duplex printing contribute to sustainability efforts by minimizing paper usage.

User-friendly interfaces and control panels are also a hallmark of the Lexmark Series 3 printers. The models offer intuitive displays and menu navigation to simplify the printing process, even for those who may not be technologically savvy.

In summary, the Lexmark 356, 333, 382, 337, and 332 printers are robust, efficient, and designed with user needs in mind. With their fast print speeds, high-quality output, versatility in media handling, extensive connectivity options, and commitment to sustainability, they represent a solid choice for a wide array of professional printing demands.