HP LaserJet 6pmp Printer series - Manual (Page 122)

Card Stock
Many types of card stock may printed from Tray 1, including Rolodex
cards, index cards (3 x 5 in.), and postcards. Some card stock performs
better than others because its construction is better suited to feeding
through a laser printer.
Card Stock Construction
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Weight: The weight of the card stock should not exceed 43 lb
(163 g/m
2
) or jamming may result.
36–43 lb paper must be smoother than lighter stock 100-180
(Sheffield).
16–36 lb paper can have a broader range of smoothness 100-250
(Sheffield).
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Construction: Card stock should lie flat with less than 0.2 inches
(5 mm) curl.
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Manufacture: Make sure card stock is not wrinkled, nicked, or
otherwise damaged.
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Sizes: Use only card stock within the following sizes in Tray 1:
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Minimum: 3 x 5 inches (76 x 127 mm)
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Maximum: 5.8 x 7.9 inches (148 x 200 mm)
N o t e Before loading card stock in Tray 1, make sure it is regular in shape and
undamaged. Also, make sure the cards are not stuck together.
Card Stock Guidelines
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Always insert card stock lengthwise (vertically) into Tray 1. If you want
to print in landscape mode, make this selection through your software.
Inserting paper horizontally may cause a paper jam.
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Use the rear output tray to reduce excessive curl.
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Do not print on card stock smaller than 3 inches wide (76.2 mm) or
5 inches tall (127 mm).
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Set margins at least 0.14 inch (6.4 mm) away from the edges of the
media.
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Media Specifications B-9