Recommended Paper Sizes and Types
The recommended paper sizes and types for each tray are as described below.
If you use paper that curls, either because it is too dry or too damp, a staple clogging or paper jam may occur.
Do not use paper designed for inkjet printers, as these may stick to the fusing unit and cause a misfeed.
Tray 1
Paper type and weight | Paper size | Paper capacity |
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52.3–256.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–141.0 lb. Index) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 3 | ![]() A4 ![]() 81/2 × 11 | 1,250 sheets × 2 |
52.3–256.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–141.0 lb. Index) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 3 | ![]() 81/2 × 11 ![]() A4 | 1,250 sheets × 2 |
Tray 1 (A3/11 × 17 tray unit)
Paper type and weight | Paper size | Paper capacity |
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52.3–256.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–141.0 lb. Index) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 3 | ![]() A3 ![]() 11 × 17 | 1,000 sheets |
52.3–256.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–141.0 lb. Index) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 3 | *1 ![]() A4, B4 JIS ![]() A3 | 1,000 sheets |
52.3–256.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–141.0 lb. Index) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 3 | Custom size*2: ![]() Vertical: 210.0–305.0 mm Horizontal: 210.0–439.0 mm ![]() Vertical: 8.27–12.00 inches Horizontal: 8.27–17.28 inches | 1,000 sheets |
*1 To load paper any of the sizes specified above, contact your service representative.
*2 For details about how to load custom size paper, contact your service representative.
Trays 2 and 3
Paper type and weight | Paper size | Paper capacity |
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52.3–256.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–141.0 lb. Index) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 3 | Paper sizes that can be detected automatically: ![]() A3 ![]() A4 | 550 sheets |
52.3–256.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–141.0 lb. Index) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 3 | Select the paper size using the Tray Paper Settings menu: ![]() A5 8K ![]() A3 8K | 550 sheets |
52.3–256.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–141.0 lb. Index) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 3 | Custom size: ![]() Vertical: 100.0–330.2 mm Horizontal: 139.7–487.7 mm ![]() Vertical: 3.94–13.00 inches Horizontal: 5.50–19.20 inches | 550 sheets |
Tab stock*1 100.1–256.0 g/m2 (27.1 lb. Bond–141.0 lb. Index) | A4 | 200 sheets |
Envelopes 150.1–256.0 g/m2 (55.1 lb. Cover–141.0 lb. Index) | Select the paper size using the Tray Paper Settings menu: 41/8 × 91/2 | C6 Env |
*1 The tab sheet holder is required.
Bypass Tray
Paper type and weight | Paper size | Paper capacity |
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52.3–300.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–165.0 lb. Index) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 4 | Paper sizes that can be detected automatically: ![]() A3 ![]() 11 × 17 |
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52.3–300.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–165.0 lb. Index) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 4 | *1 ![]() 11 × 17 12 × 18 ![]() A3 11 × 15 |
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52.3–300.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–165.0 lb. Index) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 4 | Custom size*2: ![]() Vertical: 90.0–330.2 mm Horizontal: 139.7–487.7 mm*3 ![]() Vertical: 3.55–13.00 inches Horizontal: 5.50–19.20 inches*3 |
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Translucent paper | A3 | 50 sheets |
Label paper (adhesive labels) 52.3–300.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–165.0 lb. Index) | A4, B4 JIS | 1 sheet |
Tab stock 52.3–300.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–165.0 lb. Index) | A4 | 20 sheets |
Envelopes 150.1–300.0 g/m2 (55.1 lb. Cover–165.0 lb. Index) | *1, *5 41/8 × 91/2, 37/8 × 71/2, C5 Env, C6 Env | 10 sheets |
*1 Select the paper size.
Using the Copy function.
Using the Printer function.
*2 Enter the paper size.
Using the Copy function.
Using the Printer function.
*3 When the banner paper guide tray is installed, available paper length is 139.7–1,260.0 mm (5.50–49.60 inches).
*4 You can load 1 sheet of paper that has a horizontal width of 487.8–1,260 mm (19.21–49.60 inches) into the banner paper guide tray.
*5 Available paper sizes differ depending on the options that are installed. For details about the available paper sizes for each option, see the specifications of each option.
Large Capacity Tray
Paper type and weight | Paper size | Paper capacity |
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52.3–216.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–79.9 lb. Cover) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 2 | ![]() A4 ![]() 81/2 × 11 | 4,400 sheets |
52.3–216.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–79.9 lb. Cover) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 2 | *1 ![]() B5 JIS ![]() A4 | 4,400 sheets |
*1 To load paper any of the sizes specified above, contact your service representative.
Extension Unit (for LCT)
Paper type and weight | Paper size | Paper capacity |
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52.3–216.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–79.9 lb. Cover) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 2 | ![]() A4 ![]() 81/2 × 11 | 2,500 sheets |
52.3–216.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–79.9 lb. Cover) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 2 | *1 ![]() A4 ![]() A4, B4 JIS | 2,500 sheets |
*1 To load paper any of the sizes specified above, contact your service representative.
Wide LCT
Paper type and weight | Paper size | Paper capacity |
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52.3–300.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–165.0 lb. Index) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 4 | Paper sizes that can be detected automatically: ![]() A3 ![]() A3 | 2,200 sheets |
52.3–300.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–165.0 lb. Index) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 4 | Select the paper size using the Tray Paper Settings menu: ![]() A6 8K ![]() A4 8K | 2,200 sheets |
52.3–300.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–165.0 lb. Index) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 4 | Custom size: ![]() Vertical: 100.0–330.2 mm*1 Horizontal: 139.7–487.7 mm ![]() Vertical: 3.94–13.00 inches*1 Horizontal: 5.50–19.20 inches | 2,200 sheets |
Translucent paper | A3 | 1,000 sheets |
High Gloss Coated Paper (Matte) Coated Paper (Glossy) 73.3–300.0 g/m2 (19.6 Bond–165.0 lb. Index) | Paper sizes that can be detected automatically: ![]() A3 ![]() A3 | 2,200 sheets *4 |
High Gloss Coated Paper (Matte) Coated Paper (Glossy) 73.3–300.0 g/m2 (19.6 Bond–165.0 lb. Index) | Select the paper size using the Tray Paper Settings menu: ![]() A6 8K ![]() A4 8K | 2,200 sheets *4 |
High Gloss Coated Paper (Matte) Coated Paper (Glossy) 73.3–300.0 g/m2 (19.6 Bond–165.0 lb. Index) | Custom size: ![]() Vertical: 100.0–330.2 mm*1 Horizontal: 139.7–487.7 mm ![]() Vertical: 3.94–13.00 inches*1 Horizontal: 5.50–19.20 inches | 2,200 sheets *4 |
Label paper (adhesive labels) 52.3–300.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–165.0 lb. Index) | A4, B4 JIS | 20 sheet |
Tab stock*2 52.3–300.0 g/m2 (14.0 lb. Bond–165.0 lb. Index) | A4 | 1,000 sheets |
Envelopes 150.1–300.0 g/m2 (55.1 lb. Cover–165.0 lb. Index) | *3 Select the paper size using the Tray Paper Settings menu: 41/8 × 91/2 | 10 sheets |
*1 The postcard side fences are required to load paper that is between 100.0 and 139.2 mm (3.94 and 5.48 inches).
*2 The tab sheet fence is required.
*3 Available paper sizes differ depending on the options that are installed. For details about the available paper sizes for each option, see the specifications of each option.
*4 If a paper jam occurs or if the machine makes a strange noise when feeding stacks of paper, feed the paper from the bypass tray one sheet at a time.
Interposer
Paper type and weight | Paper size | Paper capacity |
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64.0–216.0 g/m2 (17.1 lb. Bond–79.9 lb. Cover) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 2 | Paper sizes that can be detected automatically: ![]() A3 ![]() A3 | 200 sheets |
64.0–216.0 g/m2 (17.1 lb. Bond–79.9 lb. Cover) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 2 | *1 ![]() 11 × 17 ![]() 81/2 × 13 | 200 sheets |
*1 If you want to make these sizes detectable, contact your service representative.
Twin Interposer
Paper type and weight | Paper size | Paper capacity |
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64.0–216.0 g/m2 (17.1 lb. Bond–79.9 lb. Cover) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 2 | Paper sizes that can be detected automatically: ![]() A3 ![]() A3 | 200 sheets × 2 |
64.0–216.0 g/m2 (17.1 lb. Bond–79.9 lb. Cover) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 2 | Select the paper size using the Tray Paper Settings menu: ![]() B5 JIS 12 × 18 ![]() A4 11 × 15 | 200 sheets × 2 |
64.0–216.0 g/m2 (17.1 lb. Bond–79.9 lb. Cover) Thin Paper–Thick Paper 2 | Custom size: ![]() Vertical: 139.7–330.2 mm Horizontal: 139.7–487.7 mm ![]() Vertical: 5.50–13.00 inches Horizontal: 5.50–19.20 inches | 200 sheets × 2 |
Notes on Special Paper
Paper Type | Note |
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Setting thick paper | |
Setting envelopes | |
Setting letterhead paper | |
Setting label paper (adhesive labels) | We recommend that you use specified label paper. If paper other than the specified one is used, normal operation and quality cannot be guaranteed. |
Setting translucent paper |
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Setting coated paper |
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Paper Thickness for Each Paper Weight
Paper Thickness | Paper weight |
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Thin Paper | 52.3–65.9 g/m2 (14.0–17.9 lb. Bond) |
Plain Paper 1 | 66.0–80.9 g/m2 (18.0–21.9 lb. Bond) |
Plain Paper 2 | 81.0–100.9 g/m2 (22.0–27.0 lb. Bond) |
Middle Thick | 101.0–127.4 g/m2 (27.1 lb. Bond–46.9 lb. Cover) |
Thick Paper 1 | 127.5–150.0 g/m2 (47.0–55.0 lb. Cover) |
Thick Paper 2 | 150.1–216.0 g/m2 (55.1–79.9 lb. Cover) |
Thick Paper 3 | 216.1–256.0 g/m2 (80.0 lb. Cover–141.0 lb. Index) |
Thick Paper 4 | 256.1–300.0 g/m2 (141.1–165.0 lb. Index) |
Unusable Paper
- Do not use stapled sheets of paper, aluminum foil, carbon paper, or any kind of conductive paper. Doing so can result in fire.
Paper causing faults
Do not use any of the following kinds of treated paper. Doing so may cause faults.
Paper for inkjet printers
Thermal paper
Art paper
Aluminum foil
Carbon paper
Conductive paper
Paper with perforated lines
Hemmed-edge paper
Window envelopes
Tab stock
Do not copy or print onto sides that are already printed.
Paper causing paper jam
Do not use the following kinds of paper. It may cause a paper jam.
Bent, folded, or creased paper
Perforated paper
Slippery paper
Torn paper
Rough paper
Thin paper with little stiffness
Paper with a dusty surface
Do not use the copied or printed paper again. It may cause paper jam.
If you use paper curled by humidity or drying, the paper or staple may jam.
Do not load sheets that have already been printed onto by another machine. Doing so may interfere with loading of paper because the powder for preventing offset may attach to the paper roller.
A paper jam may occur depending on the condition of the paper even when using the recommended paper.
Paper Storage
When storing paper, the following precautions should always be followed:
Do not store paper where it will be exposed to direct sunlight.
Store all your paper in the same environment - a room where the temperature is 20–25°C (68–77°F) and the humidity is 30–65%.
Store on a flat surface.
Do not store paper vertically.
Once opened, store paper in a plastic bag.
Saving Printouts
Prints will fade if exposed to strong light or dampness and humidity for extended periods of time. Preserve the quality of your copies by storing them in a binder in a dark, dry place.
When folding prints, toner in the folds will come off.
If the prints are stored in the conditions described below, toner may melt:
When a print and a half-dried print are put on top of each other
When solvent-type adhesive agents are used for pasting prints
When prints are placed on mats made of chlorinated plastic in locations of high temperature for long periods of time
When prints are placed in locations of extremely high temperatures, such as near a heater