Kyocera Mita FS-1050 Operation Manual page 163

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Selecting the Right Paper

Other Paper Properties

Porosity:

Porosity: Refers to the density of the paper structure; that is, to how openly

or compactly the fibers are bonded.

Stiffness:

Stiffness: Limp paper can buckle inside the printer, while paper that is too

stiff may bind. Either way the result is a paper jam.

Curl:

Curl: Most paper has a natural tendency to curl in one direction. The paper

should be loaded so that the natural curl is downward, to counteract the

upward curl imparted by the printer. Printed sheets will then come out flat.

Most paper also has a top and bottom surface. Loading instructions are

usually given on the paper package.

If the paper is considerably curled in one direction, e.g. when the paper

was used to print on one side, try to roll the paper in the opposite

direction to counteract the curl. Printed sheets will then come out flat.

Note

Electrostatic properties:

Electrostatic properties: During the printing process the paper is

electrostatically charged to attract the toner. The paper must be able to

release this charge so that printed sheets do not cling together in the

output tray.

Whiteness:

Whiteness: The contrast of the printed page depends on the whiteness of

Whiteness:

the paper. Whiter paper provides a sharper, brighter appearance.

Quality control:

Quality control: Uneven sheet size, corners that are not square, ragged

Quality control:

edges, welded (uncut) sheets, and crushed edges and corners can cause the

printer to malfunction in various ways. A quality paper supplier should

take considerable care to ensure that these problems do not occur.

Packaging:

Packaging: Paper should be packed in a sturdy carton to protect it from

damage during transport. Quality paper obtained from a reputable

supplier is usually properly packaged.

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