DCP-7040
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FAQs & Troubleshooting |
DCP-7040
Date: 15/02/2008 ID: faq00000080_016
What is the recommended paper?
To get the best print quality, we suggest using the following paper.
Recommended paper:
| Paper Type | Europe | USA |
| Plain paper |
Xerox Premier 80 g/m2 |
Xerox 4200DP 20 lb |
| Recycled paper | Xerox Recycled Supreme 80 g/m2 | No specific brand recommended |
| Transparency | 3M CG3300 | 3M CG3300 |
| Labels | Avery laser label L7163 | Avery laser labels white #5160 |
| Envelope | Antalis River series (DL) | No specific brand recommended |
- Before you buy a lot of paper, test a small quantity to make sure that the paper is suitable.
- Use paper made for plain paper copying.
- Use paper that is 20 to 24 lb (75 to 90 g/m2).
- Use labels and transparencies which are designed for use in laser machines.
- Do not put different types of paper in the paper tray at the same time because it may cause paper jams or misfeeds.
- For proper printing, you must choose the same paper size from your software application as the paper in the tray.
- Avoid touching the printed surface of the paper immediately after printing.
- When you use transparencies remove each sheet immediately to prevent smudging or paper jams.
- Use long grain paper with a neutral Ph value, and a moisture content of approx. 5%.
- DO NOT load envelopes, labels or bond paper into the paper tray. It may cause paper jams.
- DO NOT use ink jet paper because it may cause a paper jam or damage your machine.
The following paper specifications are suitable for your machine.
| Basis weight (lb (g/m2)) | 20-24 (75-90) |
| Thickness (µm) | 80-110 |
| Roughness (sec.) | Higher than 20 |
| Stiffness (cm3/100) | 90-150 |
| Grain direction | Long grain |
| Volume resistivity (ohm) | 10e9-10e11 |
| Surface resistivity (ohm-cm) | 10e9-10e12 |
| Filler | CaCO3 (Neutral) |
| Ash content (wt%) | Below 23 |
| Brightness (%) | Higher than 80 |
| Opacity (%) | Higher than 85 |
For more information on the types of paper that can be used with your Brother product, please refer to the User's Guide for your machine.
DCP-7030, DCP-7030R, DCP-7040, DCP-7040R, DCP-7045N, DCP-7045NR, MFC-7320, MFC-7320R, MFC-7440N, MFC-7440NR, MFC-7840W, MFC-7840WR
If you need further assistance, please contact Brother customer service:
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