Lexmark Dot Matrix Compatibility Guide

For paper and transparency specifications, see the printer User's Guide.
Media specifications
Labels Width: 210–216 mm (8.3–8.5 in.)
Length: 279–356 mm (11–14 in.)
Weight:
120–128 g/m
2
(32–34 lb)
Thickness: 0.13–0.20 mm (0.005–0.008 in.)
Smoothness: 100–400 Sheffield*
* 150–250 Sheffield is optimal. Using media higher than 300 Sheffield could result in printing degradation.
Optra S
Optra S 1250, S 1255, S 1620, S 1625, S 1650, S 1855, S 2420, S 2450, S 2455,
Se 3455
The following table lists the maximum weights supported by each of the printer trays.
Print material specifications
Print material
Range or maximum weight supported
250‑sheet and 500‑sheet trays
Multipurpose feeder and optional
250‑sheet drawer
Paper
(grain long)
Xerographic or business paper
60–176 g/m
2
(16–47 lb bond)
60–135 g/m
2
(16–36 lb bond)
Card stock
(grain long
1
)
Index Bristol
163 g/m
2
(90 lb) 120 g/m
2
(67 lb)
Tag
163 g/m
2
(100 lb) 120 g/m
2
(74 lb)
Cover
176 g/m
2
(65 lb) 135 g/m
2
(50 lb)
Card stock
(grain short
1
)
Index Bristol
199 g/m
2
(110 lb) 163 g/m
2
(90 lb)
Tag
203 g/m
2
(125 lb) 163 g/m
2
(100 lb)
Cover
216 g/m
2
(80 lb) 176 g/m
2
(65 lb)
1
See “Grain orientation” on page 17 for specific recommendations.
2
Pressure‑sensitive area must enter the printer first for grain short paper.
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Lexmark Dot Matrix Specifications

General

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