Lexmark Dot Matrix Compatibility Guide

Lexmark X642e
The Lexmark X642e prints on many labels designed for use with laser printers.
The following table lists the maximum weights supported by the trays and the multipurpose feeder.
Note: Scanning large quantities of labels is not recommended.
Overview of card stock and label support
Paper source
Grain
direction
Card stock Labels
Index
Bristol
Tag Cover Paper
Dual‑web
paper
Polyester Vinyl
Integrated tray (grain long)
(grain short)
163 g/m
2
199 g/m
2
163 g/m
2
203 g/m
2
176 g/m
2
216 g/m
2
180 g/m
2
180 g/m
2
220 g/m
2
300 g/m
2
Optional
250‑sheet
drawer
(grain long)
(grain short)
120 g/m
2
163 g/m
2
120 g/m
2
163 g/m
2
135 g/m
2
176 g/m
2
163 g/m
2
163 g/m
2
220 g/m
2
260 g/m
2
Optional
500‑sheet
drawer
(grain long)
(grain short)
163 g/m
2
199 g/m
2
163 g/m
2
203 g/m
2
176 g/m
2
216 g/m
2
180 g/m
2
180 g/m
2
220 g/m
2
300 g/m
2
Multipurpose
feeder*
(grain long)
(grain short)
120 g/m
2
163 g/m
2
120 g/m
2
163 g/m
2
135 g/m
2
176 g/m
2
163 g/m
2
163 g/m
2
220 g/m
2
260 g/m
2
* Due to label design characteristics, unacceptable feeding may be experienced from the multipurpose feeder.
Media specifications
Labels Thickness: 0.102–0.305 mm (0.004–0.012 in.)
Smoothness: 100–400* Sheffield
* 150–250 Sheffield is optimal. Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result in printing degradation.
Card stock Weight:
Up to 199 g/m
2
Index Bristol (90 lb)
Up to 203 g/m
2
Tag (100 lb)
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Lexmark Dot Matrix Specifications

General

Brand	Lexmark
Model	Dot Matrix
Category	All in One Printer
Language	English