HP LaserJet 5200 Printer series - Manual (Page 172)

Paper specifications
For complete paper specifications for all HP LaserJet printers, see the HP LaserJet printer family print
media guide (available at
http://www.hp.com/support/ljpaperguide ).
Category Specifications
Acid content 5.5 pH to 8.0 pH
Caliper 0.094 to 0.18 mm (3.0 to 7.0 mils)
Curl in ream Flat within 5 mm (0.02 in)
Cut edge conditions Cut with sharp blades with no visible fray.
Fusing compatibility Must not scorch, melt, offset, or release hazardous emissions when heated to 200°
C (392°F) for 0.1 second.
Grain Long grain
Moisture content 4% to 6% by weight
Smoothness 100 to 250 Sheffield
Envelopes
Envelope construction is critical. Envelope fold lines can vary considerably, not only between
manufacturers, but also within a box from the same manufacturer. Successful printing on envelopes
depends upon the quality of the envelopes. When selecting envelopes, consider the following
components:
● Weight: The weight of the envelope paper should not exceed 105 g/m 2 (28 lb) or jamming might
occur.
● Construction: Prior to printing, envelopes should lie flat with less than 6 mm (0.25 in) curl, and
should not contain air.
● Condition: Envelopes should not be wrinkled, nicked, or otherwise damaged.
● Temperature: You should use envelopes that are compatible with the heat and pressure of the
printer.
● Size: You should use only envelopes within the following size ranges.
◦ Minimum: 76 x 127 mm (3 x 5 in)
◦ Maximum: 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 in)
NOTE: Use only tray 1 to print envelopes. You might experience some jams when using any media
with a length less than 178 mm (7 in). This might be caused by paper that has been affected by
environmental conditions. For optimum performance, make sure you are storing and handling the paper
correctly (see
Printing and paper storage environment on page 68 ). Choose envelopes in the printer
driver (see Printer drivers on page 7 ).
Envelopes with double side seams
Double side-seam construction has vertical seams at both ends of the envelope rather than diagonal
seams. This style might be more likely to wrinkle. Be sure the seam extends all the way to the corner
of the envelope as illustrated below.
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