Paper Requirements

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The paper size and types that can be used with this machine are shown in the following table.


  Paper drawer(s) Stack bypass tray
Size (W x L) Legal*8, Letter*8, Officio, M-Officio, B-Officio, Executive, Foolscap*8, A4*8, A5, B5 3" x 5" to Legal (8 1/2" x 14")
(76.2 x 127 to 215.9 mm x 355.6 mm) (Always set vertically.)
Weight 16 to 32 lb
(60 to 120 g/m2)
16 to 47 lb
(60 to 176 g/m2)
Quantity Max. 250 sheets *1*9 Max. 100 sheets *1
Type Plain *2
Plain H *3
Color *2
Recycled *2
Heavy 1 *4
Heavy 2 *5 -
Bond *6
Transparency *7 -
Labels -
Envelopes -
Rough

(○: available -: not available)
*1 20 lb (75 g/m2) paper
*2 From 19 to 24 lb (70 to 90 g/m2)
*3 From 20 to 28 lb (75 to 105g/m2)
*4 From 28 to 32 lb (106 to 120 g/m2)
*5 From 32 to 47 lb (121 to 176 g/m2)
*6 20 lb (75 g/m2)
*7 Use only LTR transparencies made especially for this machine.
*8 Can be used for two-sided copying.
*9 Max. 500 sheets of paper can be set in the optional Cassette Feeding Unit-AC1.

Remark
  • The default paper size is LTR. If you use a different paper size, you must change the paper size settings. (See "Setting Paper Size and Type.")

  • To prevent paper jams, do not use any of the following:
  • Wrinkled or creased paper
  • Curled or rolled paper
  • Coated paper
  • Torn paper
  • Damp paper
  • Very thin paper
  • Paper which has been printed on using a thermal transfer printer (Do not copy on the reverse side.)
  • The following types of paper do not print well:
  • Highly textured paper
  • Very smooth paper
  • Shiny paper
  • Make sure the paper is free from dust, lint, and oil stains.
  • Be sure to test paper before purchasing large quantities.
  • Store all paper wrapped and on a flat surface until ready for use. Keep opened packs in their original packaging in a cool, dry location.
  • Store paper at 64.4°F–75.2°F (18°C–24°C), 40%–60% relative humidity.
  • Use only the transparencies designed for laser printers. Canon recommends you to use Canon type transparencies with this machine.