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Is color laser paper OK for mono laser printers?
Just got a new mono laser printer, now need some paper!
But I only see color laser paper advertised online. Will it be OK? Thanks, regards, dnw. |
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Is color laser paper OK for mono laser printers?
"Dot Net Developer" wrote in message
oups.com... Just got a new mono laser printer, now need some paper! But I only see color laser paper advertised online. Will it be OK? Thanks, regards, dnw. hm....i don't see any reason why you shouldn't use plain cheap paper? Any will do... For document printing, anyway. Those special papers are ment for special applications. Jus tbuy cheapest you find and you're OK. -- http://www.protoncek.com |
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Is color laser paper OK for mono laser printers?
I want my printed text document to look as good as possible.
Protoncek (ex. SleeperMan) wrote: "Dot Net Developer" wrote in message oups.com... Just got a new mono laser printer, now need some paper! But I only see color laser paper advertised online. Will it be OK? Thanks, regards, dnw. hm....i don't see any reason why you shouldn't use plain cheap paper? Any will do... For document printing, anyway. Those special papers are ment for special applications. Jus tbuy cheapest you find and you're OK. -- http://www.protoncek.com |
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Is color laser paper OK for mono laser printers?
"Dot Net Developer" wrote in message
oups.com... I want my printed text document to look as good as possible. laser prints quite similar on whatever paper you take. Even if you take, say, glossy paper, printed sirfaces won't be glossy after print. The whole point is that when using inkjet, ink can absorb into paper and thus resulting n odd look, while toner doesn't absorb and so it's really not important which paper you have. Try out and see. But, as said...and paper will do. Protoncek (ex. SleeperMan) wrote: "Dot Net Developer" wrote in message oups.com... Just got a new mono laser printer, now need some paper! But I only see color laser paper advertised online. Will it be OK? Thanks, regards, dnw. hm....i don't see any reason why you shouldn't use plain cheap paper? Any will do... For document printing, anyway. Those special papers are ment for special applications. Jus tbuy cheapest you find and you're OK. -- http://www.protoncek.com -- http://www.protoncek.com |
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Is color laser paper OK for mono laser printers?
"Protoncek \(ex. SleeperMan\)" wrote:
"Dot Net Developer" wrote in message roups.com... I want my printed text document to look as good as possible. laser prints quite similar on whatever paper you take. Even if you take, say, glossy paper, printed sirfaces won't be glossy after print. The whole point is that when using inkjet, ink can absorb into paper and thus resulting n odd look, while toner doesn't absorb and so it's really not important which paper you have. Try out and see. But, as said...and paper will do. Well almost any paper, coated paper should never be used in laser printers unless it is specifically designed for laser use. Using non laser coated paper will almost certainly destroy the fuser. Tony Protoncek (ex. SleeperMan) wrote: "Dot Net Developer" wrote in message oups.com... Just got a new mono laser printer, now need some paper! But I only see color laser paper advertised online. Will it be OK? Thanks, regards, dnw. hm....i don't see any reason why you shouldn't use plain cheap paper? Any will do... For document printing, anyway. Those special papers are ment for special applications. Jus tbuy cheapest you find and you're OK. -- http://www.protoncek.com -- http://www.protoncek.com |
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Is color laser paper OK for mono laser printers?
"Tony" wrote in message
news "Protoncek \(ex. SleeperMan\)" wrote: "Dot Net Developer" wrote in message groups.com... I want my printed text document to look as good as possible. laser prints quite similar on whatever paper you take. Even if you take, say, glossy paper, printed sirfaces won't be glossy after print. The whole point is that when using inkjet, ink can absorb into paper and thus resulting n odd look, while toner doesn't absorb and so it's really not important which paper you have. Try out and see. But, as said...and paper will do. Well almost any paper, coated paper should never be used in laser printers unless it is specifically designed for laser use. Using non laser coated paper will almost certainly destroy the fuser. Tony Agreed. With "almost any" i meant any plain paper (i think i wrote so). i guess i wasn't clear enough.... i should say laser glossy, not just glossy... http://www.protoncek.com |
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Is color laser paper OK for mono laser printers?
Chances are you are looking for "laser paper" and that's why.
Although you could use color laser printer paper (I am speaking of matte bond type - the glossy may not work properly in your laser printer depending upon the way the gloss is achieved and how hot the fuser gets in your laser printer), but that would be real overkill in terms of quality and cost. All you need for a black and white laser printer is paper marked either "Multipurpose" or photocopy paper, or general use laser and inkjet paper, or just "white bond paper". The weight is usually 20 pounds, up to about 24 pounds if heavier or double sided printing is being done. The whiteness level is up to you. The highest numbers (around 100 on one scale, up to about 120 on another) create a very white paper, but even 84 is high enough for general use. You can also use colored bond paper for special reports or where you wish for something to be easier to find, etc. Typically, the paper package will list laser printing as one option, but the paper itself my not be sold as laser printer paper, since almost all bond paper will work. Art Dot Net Developer wrote: Just got a new mono laser printer, now need some paper! But I only see color laser paper advertised online. Will it be OK? Thanks, regards, dnw. |
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Is color laser paper OK for mono laser printers?
If you want good sharp print, use at least 600 dpi, I currently use 1200.
For paper, use 24lb, with a brightness rating of 94 or better. For everyday use, use the most inexpensive copy paper available. If you use a lot of paper, try Costco; around $24 for a case of 5000 sheets. Gordo "Dot Net Developer" wrote in message oups.com... I want my printed text document to look as good as possible. Protoncek (ex. SleeperMan) wrote: "Dot Net Developer" wrote in message oups.com... Just got a new mono laser printer, now need some paper! But I only see color laser paper advertised online. Will it be OK? Thanks, regards, dnw. hm....i don't see any reason why you shouldn't use plain cheap paper? Any will do... For document printing, anyway. Those special papers are ment for special applications. Jus tbuy cheapest you find and you're OK. -- http://www.protoncek.com |
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Is color laser paper OK for mono laser printers?
Dot Net Developer wrote: I want my printed text document to look as good as possible. In that case (and since you don't seem to mind that it'll cost multiple times as much per paper page), the three criteria you might consider at any larger office superstore are brightness rating, thickness (aka weight), and cotton content (higher supposedly better), and get newer paper not old stock so the moisture content is still correct (which mainly means, popular product from a seller that moves volume like the office superstores). There is no "this brand and model is extra special" situation though, regular uncoated paper is a fairly common commodity. |
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Is color laser paper OK for mono laser printers?
"Protoncek \(ex. SleeperMan\)" wrote:
"Tony" wrote in message news "Protoncek \(ex. SleeperMan\)" wrote: "Dot Net Developer" wrote in message egroups.com... I want my printed text document to look as good as possible. laser prints quite similar on whatever paper you take. Even if you take, say, glossy paper, printed sirfaces won't be glossy after print. The whole point is that when using inkjet, ink can absorb into paper and thus resulting n odd look, while toner doesn't absorb and so it's really not important which paper you have. Try out and see. But, as said...and paper will do. Well almost any paper, coated paper should never be used in laser printers unless it is specifically designed for laser use. Using non laser coated paper will almost certainly destroy the fuser. Tony Agreed. With "almost any" i meant any plain paper (i think i wrote so). i guess i wasn't clear enough.... i should say laser glossy, not just glossy... http://www.protoncek.com Sorry, I didn't mean to be picky. Your reply to the OP was spot on. Just making sure nobody put the wrong construction on your post. Tony |
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