Xerox 180 EPS Special stocks, General paper characteristics to look for, Overview, Operator Guide

Overview

NOTE: The equivalent grams per square meter of 20 pound paper is actually 75 gsm. However, there is no standard 75 gsm paper. The available stock that is closest in weight to 20 pound paper is 80 gsm.

Special stocks

The following special stocks can be used with the DP 100/115/ 135/155/180 EPS:

•Labels: Must be the type designed for high-speed printers and must meet the specifications described in the section above. Loading instructions are printed on all paper trays.

•Transparencies: Must be the type designed for high-speed printers and must meet the specifications described in the section above. Loading instructions are printed on all paper trays.

•Colored paper: Available in a variety of colors, colored paper has many uses, including calling attention to certain printed material, separating special sections, or dividing chapters of a report.

•Preprinted paper: May be letterhead, forms, or logos. (Refer to Helpful Facts about Paper to verify that the preprinting inks used on your stock are the kind formulated for use in laser printers.)

•Predrilled paper: Has holes for use in binders or binder rings. Before loading predrilled paper, fan it to remove any loose plugs that could cause paper jams.

•Perforated paper

•Precut or full tabs

•Carbonless paper

General paper characteristics to look for

When selecting paper, look for the following:

•Low moisture content (a paper to moisture ratio below 5.7 percent). Paper with higher moisture content may curl and jam.

•Smooth surface

•Moisture resistant wrapping

•No defects such as bent edges or uneven surfaces

•Grain runs parallel with the long side of paper

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