Lexmark 25C0010 - X 500n Color Laser Manual page 39

Overview of card stock and label support
Paper source
Tray 1 (standard tray)
For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide.
Media specifications
Width:
Labels
Length:
Weight:
Thickness:
Smoothness:
* 150–250 Sheffield is optimal. Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result in printing
degradation.
Card stock Weight:
Card stock and label guidelines
When printing on labels:
•
Feed labels from Tray 1 only.
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Use only paper labels. Do not use vinyl labels.
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Use only label sheets that have no gaps between the labels.
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Recommended labels are Avery 5260.
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From the operator panel or from MarkVision Professional, set the Paper Type to Labels.
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Do not print a large number of labels continuously.
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Do not use labels that have coating or sizing applied to make the labels liquid-resistant.
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Do not use labels that have exposed adhesive on the label sheets.
Index Bristol
2
163 g/m
105–216 mm (4.1–8.5 in.)
220–297 mm (8.7–11.7 in.)
120–163 g/m
0.13–0.20 mm (0.005–0.008 in.)
100–400 Sheffield*
Up to 163 g/m
Up to 163 g/m
Acceptable labels
Printer specifications
Card stock
Tag Cover
2
—
163 g/m
2
(32–43 lb)
2
Index Bristol (90 lb)
2
Tag (100 lb)
Unacceptable labels
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Labels
Paper Vinyl
2
—
163 g/m