Double-Matte Polyester Film - HP 7475a Operation And Interconnection Manual

Problem
Ink fades or
separates.
Boot is deterio-
rating.
Media
You can use non·glossy plotter paper, glossy plotter paper, transparency
plotter film, and double-matte polyester film with your plotter. The
following table describes each of these plotting media.
Media Type
Non·glossy
plotter paper
Glossy plotter
paper
Transparency
plotter film
Double-matte
polyester film'
*Film of standard thickness, 3-mil, is recommended for best results.
Handle your plotting media by the edges when preparing final plots.
Oil from fingerprints can prevent ink from adhering to the medium.
Plotting media, particularly paper,
temperature and humidity. Plotting distorti o ns will occur if the medium
shrinks or stretches. Stabilize your media by removing a sheet from the
package and exposing it to air near the plotter for at least 15 minutes
before using it.
that has been exposed to the plotter's environment for several days.)
Media with rounded corners are not recommended for use with your
plotter. Square corners are necessary for the pinch wheels to grip and
move the media accurately.
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SELECTING PENS AND MEDIA
Symptoms and Solutions (Continued)
Possible Cause
The ink is old.
Ink was diluted
with acetone.
Smooth surface, clear line definition. Easy to
handle, good for everyday use. Inexpensive.
Gloss finish, heavy weight. Good for reports
and handouts. Regular use requires frequent
grit wheel cleaning to prevent residue bujld
up .
High·grade, clear. Good for presentations.
Paper backing protects film during plotting.
Finely coated and translucent. Good for high·
accuracy applications and archive storage.
Dimensionally stable. Expensive.
(This
is not necessary for media from an open package
Solution
Use a new bottle
of ink.
Replace the boot.
Dilute ink with
distilled water,
not acetone.
Characteristics
can
be affected by changes in