Brother MFC-8680DN Manuel Du Propriétaire
Chapter 2
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Recommended paper specifications
2
The following paper specifications are suitable for this machine.
Handling and using special
paper
paper
2
The machine is designed to work well with
most types of xerographic and bond paper.
However, some paper variables may have an
effect on print quality or handling reliability.
Always test samples of paper before
purchasing to ensure desirable performance.
Store paper in its original packaging and keep
it sealed. Keep the paper flat and away from
moisture, direct sunlight and heat.
most types of xerographic and bond paper.
However, some paper variables may have an
effect on print quality or handling reliability.
Always test samples of paper before
purchasing to ensure desirable performance.
Store paper in its original packaging and keep
it sealed. Keep the paper flat and away from
moisture, direct sunlight and heat.
Some important guidelines when selecting
paper are:
paper are:
Do not use inkjet paper because it may
cause a paper jam or damage your
machine.
cause a paper jam or damage your
machine.
Preprinted paper must use ink that can
withstand the temperature of the
machine’s fusing process (200 degrees
centigrade).
withstand the temperature of the
machine’s fusing process (200 degrees
centigrade).
If you use bond paper, paper having a
rough surface or paper that is wrinkled or
creased, the paper may exhibit degraded
performance.
rough surface or paper that is wrinkled or
creased, the paper may exhibit degraded
performance.
Basis weight
20-24 lb (75-90 g/m
2
)
Thickness
80-110
µm
Roughness
Higher than 20 sec.
Stiffness
90-150 cm
3
/100
Grain direction
Long grain
Volume resistivity
10e
9
-10e
11
ohm
Surface resistivity
10e
9
-10e
12
ohm-cm
Filler
CaCO
3
(Neutral)
Ash content
Below 23 wt%
Brightness
Higher than 80%
Opacity
Higher than 85%