RISO Guide To Paper
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1. 2 8 x 61 2 Blanks USA Blanks USA Tickets Regular Numbered Bright Tickets Regular um Bristo 4 up 81 2 x 61 2 4 up 81 2 x 6 2 2 8 x 61 2 2 8 x 6 2 Blanks USA Tickets Regular Bright 4 up 8172 x 61 2 2 8 x 61 2 24 RISO Guide To Paper MN Recommended Papers for the RISO ComColor Printer 25 RISO Guide To Paper RISO ComColor Printer Paper Selection Notes The ComColor printer will print on a wide variety of stocks giving you the opportunity to choose the correct paper for your needs The chart on the next page gives a number of stocks and our ratings but beauty is in the eye of the beholder The results you receive with one paper may delight you but another user may prefer a different stock When choosing a stock for the ComColor keep in mind paper weight and brightness Papers between 28 and 32 recommended minimum 24 generally give the best results while papers with 98 brightness are also preferable Where do you get paper to use with your ComColor Like with RISO digital duplicators paper suppliers have a wide variety of high quality stocks to choose from though you generally will have to purchase larger quantities Office supply stores also carry many different types of paper many that can be purchased in ream increments Some high quality specialty stocks are available in 100 piece packages In addition to the papers listed RISO2. Small um Bristo 3 up 8 2 x 11 32 3 x 8 7 Blanks USA Blanks USA Door Hanger Bright Small Door Hanger Jumbo 67 Vellum Bristo 3 up 8 2 x 11 2 up 8 2 x 11 32 3 x 8 7 4 4 x 11 Blanks USA Door Hanger Bright Jumbo 65 2 up 8 2 x 11 4 4 x 11 Blanks USA Blanks USA Envelopes Envelopes 60 Offset 60 Brights A2 43 8 x 53 4 A2 43 8 x 53 4 Same Same Blanks USA Hang Tickets 67 Vellum Bristo 1 up 8 x 103 38 8 x 105 8 Blanks USA Blanks USA Hang Tickets Bright Panel Cards Fold Over 65 um Bristo 1 up 8 x 105 38 2 up 81 2 x 11 8 x 105 8 81 2 x 51 2 Blanks USA Panel Cards Fold Over Bright 2 up 81 2 x 11 81 x 51 2 Blanks USA Blanks USA Panel Cards Standard Panel Cards Standard Bright um Bristo 4 up 81 2 4 up 81 2 0 4 x 5 2 AV x 5 2 Blanks USA Post Cards Regular um Bristo 4 up 81 2 4 4 x 5 2 Blanks USA Blanks USA Post Cards Bright Tickets Jumbo Numbered um Bristo 4 up 81 2 4 up 81 2 4 4 x 5 2 23 4 x 8 2 Blanks USA Tickets Jumbo Numbered Bright 4 up 81 2 23 4 x 8 2 Blanks USA Blanks USA Tickets Jumbo Tickets Jumbo Bright um Bristo 4 up 81 2 4 up 81 2 23 4 x 8 2 23 4 x 8 2 Blanks USA Tickets Regular Numbered um Bristo 4 up 81 2 x 61 2
3. Proper handling required All papers should be free of rips wrinkles curls holes moisture chemical treatment and bent corners RISO makes no claims as to the reliability or availability of these papers Price and availability of paper may vary Check your local paper distributor for details 3 hole punch paper labels papers with adhesives stocks over weight specifications transparancies and coated gloss stocks cannot be used in the HC5000 HC5500 amp ComColor models Refer to the model s specification sheet for complete paper specifications Use of Tyvek and carbonless paper is not recommended Colored pre printed embossed tabbed scored and perforated paper may cause errors or misfeeding Be sure to consult the user s manual for maximum weight and size paper when printing from feed trays Consult the user s manuals for paper specifications for the HC5000 HC5500 and ComColor models Do not run paper printed on an HC and ComColor through a laser toner or other heat based device as the ink may transfer onto the imaging drum Interleaveing paper printed on the HC or ComColor with toner documents may cause them to adhere together Specifications are subject to change without notice Cover stocks will require the optional special paper feed kit for the ComColor Series 30 RISO Guide To Paper Tr Summary 31 RISO Guide To Paper Summary Just as all printing jobs are not the same neither are all paper
4. RISO Recommended 65 Bright 67 Bristol White Pink Yellow White BI Canary Lav A A A A A lum Scott SpectraTech Opaque DP 24 60 Whites Pastels Scott SpectraTech Opaque DP 65 Cover Whites Pastels Scott Offset Text 50 60 Text White Scott Vellum Bristol Cover 67 Bristol Cover Whites Colors Scott Simpson Vellum Opaque Gainsborough Script 60 70 80 Text 24 Writing Pastels Earth Shades A A A ajaj eckled Simpson Equinox Recycled 7O Text Earth Shades eckled Felt Springhill Opaque 60 White lum Strathmore Pastelle Deckle 65 Cover Whites Pastels Earth Felt Unity DP 20 SO Earth White Smooth Union Camp Union Camp Williamsburg Smooth Offset Williamsburg Vellum Offset 60 Text 60 Text White White Smooth Vellum Union Camp Yorktown Xerographic DP 20 Writing White Smooth Unisource Goldcrest Bond 24 Writing White Light Cockle Unisource Pressmaster 60 Text White Smooth Unisource Starbright Opaque 24 60 Text White Smooth Ward Brite Hue li Recycled papers are available ial Equivalent to 55 Ib cover Cost 60 Text Bright Colors Semi Vellum Ranges from to inexpensive to expensive Price position relative to the wide range of papers listed
5. moisture will condense and cause wavy edges e To help reduce curling allow paper to reach room temperature for at least 24 48 hours before using e Never remove paper from its wrapper until you are ready to use it e Always protect unwrapped paper especially during weekends when the temperature of the room can change drastically If necessary cover it with a plastic sheet or paper wrappers Recycled Papers In response to growing demand for recycled paper products paper recycling is increasing worldwide In the U S recycled newsprint has been used for years but recycled papers for business and commercial printing only came into moderate use during the late 1980s Driven by concerns over landfill closures and the need to reduce municipal solid waste shipments of recycled fiber content printing and writing grades of paper are increasing rapidly While some recycled papers have some appearance or performance differences when compared to their virgin counterparts most show no noticeable differences 15 RISO Guide To Paper 16 Ge DI O Recyclable Recycled Papers continued EPA Guidelines The Environmental Protection Agency defines recycled paper as that made from 50 percent recycled fiber which can come from two sources pre consumer waste or post consumer waste Pre consumer waste is material that is sent back to recycling before it enters the waste cycle Post consumer waste includes paper already
6. used by a consumer that has been de inked cleaned and reprocessed RISO digital duplicators handle recycled paper stocks very well because they are dust tolerant and do not suffer from the selenium drum abrasion problem of photocopiers Recycled Paper Paper that is manufactured with a percentage of recovered materials that would otherwise end up in the waste stream Types of Waste A recycled paper will contain some kind of waste products There are three basic types as follows e Mill Waste All paper recovered from the paper making process This type of waste is not included in the recycled content count Like post commercial waste mill waste has always been recycled e Post Commercial Waste The paper waste created from the printing and paper manufacturing process It might contain unsold paper or trim from envelopes and binding merchants Post commercial waste has been recycled for years This type of waste is considered in the recycled content count e Post Consumer Waste The paper waste created by the end user from general usage i e from businesses homes schools and institutions etc and diverted into a paper making plant This type of waste is included in the recycled content count The recycling symbol represented by three solid chasing arrows may be used on products and packages made from recycled paper It represents the three phases of recycling collection of recyclable materials production
7. 1 300x600 dpi Level 3 single sided 4 First Choice Color Print 28lb Bond White 113 Same as above 4 EPSON Prem Brt Wht Inkjet Paper 2 sided Smooth 24 lb Bond White 108 4 5 EXACT Color Copy 28 Ib Bond White FINCH Laser Opaque Bright White Smooth 24lb Bond Bright White 94 Opaque Bright White Vellum Vellum 60lb Text Bright White Standard 1 300x300 dpi Level 3 Standard 1 300x600 dpi Level 2 Standard 1 300x600 dpi Level 3 single sided 3 GRAYTEX PAPERS Ruff N Tuff 271b White Plain 300x300 dpi Plain 300x600 dpi 4 Matte Coated 32lb Bond White 94 Plain 300x300 dpi Plain 300x600 dpi 5 HAMMERMILL Ink Jet Paper Smooth 24 lb Bond White 92 Ultra Premium Inkjet Smooth 24 Ib Bond White 106 2 5 Accent Opaque Smooth Smooth 24 60 White Accent Opaque Vellum Vellum 24 60 White Color Copy Smooth 28 Ib Bond White 96 Standard 1 300x300 dpi Level 3 Standard 1 300x600 dpi Level 3 High Quality 1 300x300 dpi Level 3 High Quality 1 300x600 dpi Level 3 4 5 Accent Opaque Super Smooth Cover Smooth 65 Ib Cover White 4 5 Color Copy Smooth 32 Ib Bond Photo White 96 Same as above 4 5 Laser Print Teal Label Smooth 28 Ib Bond White 96 Same as above 4 5 Laser Print Teal Label Smooth 32 Ib Bond White 96 Same as above 4 5 HP Brochure amp Flyer Paper Matte 48 Ib Bond White 102 Standard 1 300x300 dpi Standard 1 300x600 dpi High Quality 1 300x300 dpi High Quality 1 300x600 dpi Level 3 single sided 5 Premium Presenta
8. 35 3 X 85 3 7 Zefa x 65 4 monarch 75 4 37 X 72 9 Sa X 87 3 10 43 X 9 11 4 2 X 105 8 12 45 4 x 11 14 5 x 11 BOOKLET Name Envelope Enclosure 3 43 4 x 61 7 5 52 x 8s 6 53 4 X 6 2 6x9 65 3 6 x 9 2 65 4 6 2 x Vs Ts 72 x 10 2 9 SLX 112 91 2 9x12 10 91 3 x 125 3 121 2 CATALOG AO Name Envelope Enclosure 7 Glove A x 65 3 SY X 5 8 Glove SIS 7T 35 3 X 7 10 Policy 43 X 9 2 37 x9 11 Policy 4 3 x10 4 4 X a 14 Policy 5 x 11 45 4 x11 1 Scarf 45 3 x 63 4 43 3 x 64 3 Scarf 5 x 72 45 4X7 4 1 4 Scarf 513 X 71 3 54X7 6 Scarf 5 x 81 SAX 75 4 1 Catalog 6x9 53 x 82 Catalog 61 2 x 93 6 x9 3 Catalog 7x10 63 x 9 6 Catalog 7x103 74x10 8 Catalog 8 x Wa 8 x 105 4 93 4 Catalog SY x 111 8 x 10 a 10 Catalog 9x12 83 4 x 11 2 121 Catalog 9 7 x 121 9 4 x 12 13 Catalog 10 x 13 FL xX 121 2 141 Catalog 11 2 x 14 11 x 14 15 Catalog 10 x 15 93 x 14 15 Catalog 12 x 15 113 x 15 SQUARE Name Envelope Enclosure 6 6 7 x 6 Gr X 6 7 7X7 63 x 63 4 7 2 72X 7 3 Pla TV a 8 8x8 75 4 X 75 4 8 2 SY x 82 81 4 x 8 4 9 9x9 83 x 85 4 93 91 2 x Ws 91 4 X OV 10 10 x10 93 x 93 4 A STYLE __________ lt Name Envelope Enclosure A 2 43 38 x 53 4 45 16 x 52 A 6 45 4 X 68V 45 38 X 63 15 A 7 5a X T 5 x 673 A 8 52 X 8 s 5V4 X 75 4 A Long 37 3 X 87 3 35 5 x 85 3 A 10 6 x 9 55 1 X 9 s 18 RISO Guide To Paper MIN Recommended Papers for the RISO Digital Duplicator
9. into new recycled paperboard products and packaging and consumer recognition of the role recycling plays in society The recyclable symbol represented by three hollow chasing arrows is used on products that can be recycled When using the three arrow recyclable symbol or when any other claim to recycled material content is made manufacturers must indicate the percentage of weight of recycled material contained in the product or package RISO Guide To Paper Equivalent Weights based on ream weights Book Text Writing Vellum Offset Bond al lee Bristol ua O m m Text Book Offset Basis weights in shaded area Writing Bond Ledger Basis weights in shaded area Cover Basis weights in shaded area Vellum Bristol Basis weights in shaded area Index Basis weights in shaded area Tag Basis weights in shaded area How To Use This Chart Find the desired basis weight shaded area in the paper grade column Then read across the line left or right to find the equivalent weight of the desired paper stock Example 70 book is equivalent to 28 bond paper 17 Envelope Guide r L RISO Guide To Paper A Enclosure SUL x 31 2 x 6 4 SUs x 85 3 31 2 x 6 aa x 7 4 35 4 x 85 3 4 x9 4 4 X 103 4 2 x 105 4 45 4 X 11 4 ae 54 X 7 3 BY x 85 3 53 4 X 87 53 x9 6 x9 7 4x10 8 x 11 85 4 x 11 2 953 4 X Name Envelope 6 4 3 2 x 6 5 Y4 65 4 35 3 x 62 85 s
10. lt RISO i Sg Guide To Paper RISO Guide To Paper Table of Contents The World of Paper The Purpose OF this Guide 7 Glossary Of Paper Terms musene us vinn 8 12 Paper Selection TIPS social id numb 13 14 Output SENDE cunda a i aaa 14 Paper Storage and Handling urinaria 15 Reeyeled PAD Si jevn 15 16 Equivalent Weight COGN asii ii 17 Envelope Bid ibi 18 Recommended Papers for the RISO digital duplicator Recommended Papers for the RISO digital duplicator 21 Recommended Papers Chart 22 RISO Printer Duplicator Paper Selection Notes 25 Recommended Specialty Stocks Chart 24 Recommended Papers for the RISO ComColor Printer RISO ComColor Printer Paper Selection Notes 27 Recommended Papers for the RISO ComColor Printer 28 29 Summary TN 55 RISO Guide To Paper This paper guide was reproduced on the ComColor printer using Adobe InDesign This document was printed on Hammermill Color Copy 28 text This paper guide contains proprietary material and may not be reproduced without prior written approval by RISO Inc Marketing Department 300 Rosewood Drive Suite 210 Danvers MA 01923 Additional copies may be obtained through RISO Customer Service item number MC8329 Copyright August 2010 RISO Inc Danvers Massachusetts USA Item number MC8329 RISO Guide To Paper MM RISO Guide To Paper The Purpose
11. offers its own matte paper Contact your reseller for more details What is the best stock for your ComColor It s really up to you We recommend that you experiment with a variety of papers and find several in different price ranges that give the results you like When it is time to print your next job you can choose your paper based on the print job itself paper quality and paper cost The RISO Guide to Paper was printed on Hammermill Color Copy 28 bond We find this paper has excellent overall output quality and duplexes well 27 RISO Guide To Paper Recommended Papers for RISO HC Series and RISO ComColor Printers Paper Name Finish Weight Paper Type Color Brightness Best Settings Combination Printing Rating COUGAR Opaque Smooth Smooth 60 24 lb Text Bond White 95 Opaque Smooth Smooth 65 lb Cover White Plain 300x300 dpi Plain 300x600 dpi Matte 300x300 dpi Matte 300x600 dpi 5 Opaque Super Smooth Super Smooth 80 lb Cover White Plain 300x300 dpi Plain 300x600 dpi Matte 300x300 dpi Matte 300x600 dpi 5 Opaque Super Smooth Super Smooth 28 lb Text White 70 Plain 300x300 dpi Plain 300x600 dpi Matte 300x300 dpi Matte 300x600 dpi 5 Opaque Smooth Smooth 65 lb Cover White Plain 300x300 dpi Plain 300x600 dpi Matte 300x300 dpi Matte 300x600 dpi 5 DOMTAR First Choice Inkjet 24lb Bond White 113 Standard 1 300x300 dpi Level 3 Std
12. the ink cannot be absorbed into the paper Color A characteristic achieved by dying paper in various hues often in shades exclusive to a particular mill Paper color affects readability and color reproduction Even white papers have color varying in tone from blue to yellow to pink Type is more easily read when printed on a soft white sheet while black colors reproduce most accurately on neutral white paper Paper with good color characteristics will produce excellent results Cover papers basic size 20 x 26 Used to complement text papers cover papers are heavier and stiffer in order to protect their contents At the same time they exhibit all the aesthetic characteristics of text papers attractive colors textures and finishes Special characteristics of cover pages include dimensional stability durability uniform printing surface good scoring folding embossing and die cutting qualities Cover papers may also be used for invitations business cards and business reply cards It is a useful rule of thumb that cover stock of the same basis weight as text paper has about twice the thickness Their basic size is 20 x 26 with basis weights ranging from 50 to 80 Due to the RISO digital duplicator s ability to feed and print on a wide range of paper weights cover papers are frequently used with the RISO digital duplicator for many applications Dirt Loose material from all manufacturing sources such as slitt
13. 60 24 Ib Text Bond White Smooth Eastern Eastern Opaque Opaque 50 Book 70 Text 65 Cover White White lum lum Finch Opaque Bright White Vellum 60lb Text Bright White lum Fox River Confetti 28 Writing 80 Text Whites Colors Smooth Speckled Hammermill Accent Opaque Antique 28 Writing 70 Text Whites Colors lum Smooth Hammermill Accent Opaque Antique 65 Cover Whites Colors lum Smooth Hammermill Hammermill Fore DP Fore DP Vellum Bristol 24 60 67 Bristol Cover Whites Pastels Whites Pastels A A A KA A A A A A A A A Smooth lum Hammermill Offset Opaque Vellum 60 Tex Whites Colors lum James River Curtis Brightwater Marble 70 Tex Earth Shades rble James River Dello Opaque 60 Tex White lum James River Graphika Parchment 60 Tex Whites Earth Shades Parchment James River James River Graphika Vellum Retreeve 70 Tex 70 Tex Whites Earth Shades Whites Earth Shades ala a lum Felt James River Tuscan Terra 80 Text Earth Shades Fibers Monadnock Astrolite 70H Tex Bright White AAA A A A lum Smooth Monadnock Astrolite 65 Cover Bright White A lum Smooth Monadnock Caress 70H Tex Warm White Cream Smooth Blanks USA Blanks USA RISO Recommended
14. Guide on page 18 is a reference tool for the wide range of available envelopes that can accompany many of the print jobs your customers will produce The Equivalent Weights chart on page 17 is useful to find papers in different grades that are equivalent in weight or when selecting a desirable cover stock to match documents such as portfolios sales guides manuals reports handbooks operation guides etc Keep in mind these are just some of the papers that work well with the RISO digital duplicator There are many paper manufacturers that produce hundreds of types of papers that may also produce excellent output 21 RISO Guide To Paper Recommended Papers for the RISO Digital Duplicator Min Paper Name weight Grade Fin Texture Opacity Beckett Cambric 24 Writing 70 Text Whites Colors Linen Beckett Concept 24 Writing 70 Text Whites Pastels Speckled Beckett Enhance 24tt Writing 70tt Text Whites Colors Marbles Satiny Champion Benefit 24 Writing 70 Text Whites Colors Vellum Champion Cougar Carnival Cougar Opaque Text Vellum 24 Writing 70 Text 50 Text Whites Colors White Natural Vellum Smooth Vellum ougar Cougar Vellum Cover 65 Cover White Natural Vellum Cougar First Choice 24 Writing White Smooth Cougar Opaque Smooth 65 Ib Cover White Smooth Cougar Opaque Smooth
15. Plain 300x600 dpi 5 KODAK Bright White Inkjet 24 lb Bond White Standard 1 300x300 dpi Level 3 Standard 1 300x600 dpi Level 3 3 MOHAWK Satin 2 0 Cool White Smooth 28 Ib Bond Cool White Satin 2 0 radiant white coming Smooth 28 Ib Bond Radiant White Options Smooth True White Smooth 28 Ib Bond White Standard 1 300x300 dpi Level 3 Standard 1 300x600 dpi Level 3 3 5 MONADNOCK Astrolite Smooth Smooth 120 Ib Cover White Plain 300x300 dpi Plain 300x600 dpi Matte 300x300 dpi Matte 300x600 dpi 4 Astrolite Silk Silk 28 Ib Bond White NEUSIEDLER MONDI PAPERS IQ Triotec Unique 24 lb Bond White 98 Standard 1 300x300 dpi Level 3 Standard 1 300x600 dpi Level 3 single sided 3 Color Copy Paper 27 lb Bond White 98 Same as above 3 Color Copy Paper 32 Ib Bond White 98 Standard 1 300x300 dpi Level 3 Standard 1 300x600 dpi Level 3 single sided 3 NEXFOR FRASER PAPERS SMART PAPERS Pegasus Writing 24lb Bond Brilliant White Standard 1 300x300 dpi Level 3 single sided Standard 1 300x600 dpi Level 3 single sided 2 5 RISO Bright White Matte Paper Matte 32lb Bond White High Quality 1 300x300 dpi Level 3 High Quality 1 300x600 dpi Level 3 5 Recycled Matte Paper Matte 93 gsm Bond White Standard Quality 1 300x300 dpi Level 3 High Quality 1 300x300 dpi Level 3 5 Bright White Matte Paper Matte 170 gsm Cover White Standard 300x300 Standard 300x600 High Quality 300x300 5 STAPLES Ink Jet Pa
16. RISO Guide To Paper Recommended Papers for the RISO Digital Duplicator Is the RISO digital duplicator versatile and able to print on a wide range of papers The RISO digital duplicator will print on an extremely wide variety of paper sizes and weights e paper sizes from 4 x 6 to 11 x 17 e paper weights from 14 to 110 lb and on a wide range of paper types textures and specialty stocks cover stock e carbonless forms e vellum e labels e textured e door hangers e recycled e tent cards e envelopes e card stock e newsprint e even paper bags There are certain paper grades and finishes that work better with the RISO digital duplicator than others Since the RISO digital duplicator prints using ink papers that are made for offset tend to work very well Offset papers come in vellum and smooth finishes however the smoother finishes tend to result in some setoff Hard stocks such as index do not allow for fast absorption and therefore setoff may result Following is a chart of Recommended Papers For The RISO digital duplicator The chart includes a selection of papers varying in both price range and application uses that perform well with the system These papers work well because of the grade weight finish and quality of the paper They exhibit optimum print quality consistent density and minimum setoff And since the RISO digital duplicator prints on envelopes the Envelope
17. affect color reproduction since most are not neutral in color and have excess blue reflectance If the paper is too bright the sheet can cause eyestrain If too dull the paper will lack contrast and not be easily read The most suitable paper for color reproduction is the neutral white because color printed on it will be the most balanced without having a bluish or yellowish tint Bristol papers basic size 22 x 28 A light cardboard made from chemical pulp bristol comes in a variety of colors and textures Its strength and durability make it ideal for high speed folding stamping and embossing Bristol is particularly suited for printed pieces that will be handled frequently Its basic size is 221 35 x 283 with basis weights varying from 74 Ib to 140 Ib Calendering A process on the paper machine whereby paper is run between polished steel rolls to give desired smoothness Uncoated paper is calendered in this sequence Vellum roughest Antique Wove Smooth smoothest RISO Guide To Paper Glossary of Paper Terms continued Coated papers 25 x 38 When high printing quality is desired this paper s greater surface smoothness and uniform ink receptivity make it ideal Coated printing papers are available coated one side only for labels packaging and covers or coated two sides for books publications and commercial printing This type of paper is not applicable for the RISO digital duplicator because
18. at you need at your fingertips RISO Guide To Paper Glossary of Paper Terms Antique A rough finish created by reducing pressure at the press section of the paper machine and with little calendering This term describes a rougher than usual finish when used as a prefix such as Antique Vellum Antique Eggshell etc Basis weight This is the standard method of categorizing paper Although sheets of paper are sold in different sizes there is a basic size for each category which is used to calculate the basis weight For example a basic size of 17 x 22 is used to calculate the basis weight and the price of a bond paper The basis weight is calculated on 500 sheets so a label that reads 17 x 22 20 Ib means that 500 sheets of 17 x 22 paper have a weight of 20 Ib Bond papers basic size 17 x 22 This is the paper most often used in an office for letters and business forms A durable multi purpose paper that withstands repeated folding bond is used for writing typing correspondence and photocopying Bond may contain cotton chemical pulp or a combination of the two and is often referred to as writing paper Its basic size is 17 x 22 and its basis weights are 20 Ib or 24 Ib 500 sheets of bond paper weigh 20 Ib or 24 Ib Brightness Affects the contrast and brilliance of the printed subject It is the measurement of quantity of light reflected by the paper Artificial brighteners can
19. basic size is 25 x 38 with basis weights varying between 60 Ib and 80 Ib Text papers with finishes best suited for use with the RISO digital duplicator vellum laid or smooth typically perform well Trimming Sheets should be square and accurate in size to properly feed Vellum Vellum finish papers possess a fine toothy surface which is relatively absorbent for fast ink penetration 12 RISO Guide To Paper Paper Selection Tips Are there other papers worth testing with RISO Printers Certainly To find other papers that perform well with RISO Printers here are a few suggestions 1 Check the yellow pages for local paper merchants be sure they handle a fine paper line It is important to purchase your paper through a reputable distributor to ensure the best possible quality paper for peak performance and acceptable output 2 Develop a good relationship with one or two merchants Tell them about the RISO digital duplicator and ComColor Printer Get them involved and interested about your printing technology and they will be able to assist and recommend suitable paper for you 3 Ask merchants to send you sample booklets from several different paper mills And don t be afraid to ask for their advice 4 Once you ve reviewed the sample booklets and decided on paper request a few hundred sheets to test print on your RISO Printer prior to purchasing cases of paper Test your applications before runn
20. er and trimmer dust lint starch anti setoff spray loose coating pigments or fillers or loosely bonded fibers on the surface can contribute to poor copy quality when dust transfers onto the master or paper plate of a RISO digital duplicator Index papers basic size 22 x 35 These papers have two outstanding characteristics stiffness and receptivity to writing ink Commonly used whenever an inexpensive stiff paper is required Basis weights are 90 Ib 110 Ib and 140 Ib Due to its hard smooth surface there is not enough ink receptivity to allow for absorption therefore index is not a suggested paper for the RISO digital duplicator If used with Thermography though this paper would be very acceptable IRISO Guide To Paper Glossary of Paper Terms continued Ink holdout The ability of paper to keep ink on its surface rather than absorb into the sheet For example paper with good ink holdout would require less ink and exhibit less feathering than a highly absorbent paper Since the RISO digital duplicator ink dries primarily through absorption too much holdout would not be recommended A balance between paper absorbency and holdout is preferable for acceptable print quality Laid A paper finish produced by the pressure of a dandy roll a wire mesh roll located on the wet end of a paper machine used to mark paper with a finish or watermark which produces markings of lines across the grain of the
21. es of a sheet of paper it is essential that the reverse image is not seen from the front of the sheet This is known as show through and occurs when the paper is insufficiently opaque Opaque papers are recommended for duplexing and for multi color work Opaque papers are available in smooth and vellum finishes and matching cover stock is also available thus offering variety Usually the lower the basis weight 20 versus 24 the less opacity When duplexing or printing in color with the RISO digital duplicator as with other printing methods it is recommended that an opaque paper of higher basis weight be used in order to avoid showthrough Paper gloss The shiny and lustrous appearance due to the addition of coating and calendering in manufacturing Due to its hard surface and the inability of the paper to absorb the ink glossy paper is not recommended for use with the RISO digital duplicator Paper grades Paper may be defined in terms of its use Each grade serves a purpose usually suggested by its grade name Some of the most common classifications of printing papers are bond coated text cover book offset index label tag and newsprint Paper ink affinity Affects ink drying setoff absorbency and ink holdout Ink absorbency and holdout are related For example if paper absorbs too much ink as in newsprint the images appear weak and flat If absorbency is slow the ink sets near the surface and dries more slowl
22. has a recommended list of specialty stocks for use with the RISO digital duplicator Items include business cards pocket folders door hangers envelopes hang tickets panel cards post cards and tickets both numbered and un numbered All are excellent samples because they are real applications that are nearly impossible to perform on other types of printing equipment 23 RISO Guide To Paper Recommended Specialty Stocks for the RISO Digital Duplicator Paper Name Application Weight Grade stocksize Finish size Mac Tac Starluxe Adhesive Labels 60 Vellum 3M Scotchmark Carbonless Forms Uniform 20 Sets 8 2 x 11 Mead Excel Appleton NCR Paper Carbonless Forms Carbonless Forms 20 17 20 Sets SUPERIOR 20 sets 81 2 x 11 8 2 x 1 EarthCARE Blank Door Hanger 65 Kraft Tab Strathmore File Envelope with Tab Writing Label Stock 28H 80 Text Vellum Blanks USA Business Cards 67 Vellum Bristol 10 up 81 2 x 11 2 x 31 2 Blanks USA Blanks USA Business Cards Bright Deep Pkt Folders w B C Slits 65 um Bristo 10 up 82 x 11 1 up 8 x 12 2 x 31 2 4 x9 Blanks USA Deep Pkt Folders w B C Slits 1 up 8 x 12 A x 9 Bright Blanks USA Blanks USA Door hanger Regular ArcHanger Door Hanger Bright ArcHanger um Bristo 2 up 8 x 10 2 up 8 x 10 4 x 10 4 x 10 Blanks USA Door Hanger
23. ill convey your message with style and pizazz Output Samples Create a collection of output samples to show the huge variety of applications you can create with RISO digital duplicators and HC ComColor printers Start by collecting samples of all the jobs you print on your RISO Printers and store them in sheet protectors in a 3 ring binder You may find it valuable to add notes on the particular paper you chose including manufacturer stock name weight and finish When it comes time to choose paper for your next print job your output sampler can stimulate creative ideas and improve your overall communication 14 RISO Guide To Paper Paper Storage and Handling Does paper require special handling for optimum quality output Paper is made of many tubular cellulose fibers which can be easily damaged if the paper is handled badly in manufacturing or by the operator Paper that is physically damaged could cause misfeeds or poor imaging Paper left unwrapped will absorb 90 of the relative humidity of its environment in two minutes Paper that has picked up excess moisture will tend to corrugate or ripple which I TM ui makes it difficult to feed To avoid these problems reduce the effects of humidity on paper and know how best to store paper e If paper is stored away from the printing area only unwrap it when it has reached the temperature of the printing area If cold paper is opened in warm conditions
24. in this chart 22 RISO Guide To Paper RISO Digital Duplicator Paper Selection Notes The stocks mentioned in this list have been used successfully with the RISO digital duplicator Additional weights and finishes of the above stocks are often available and may also work well with the RISO digital duplicator Consult your local paper distributor for paper availability in weights colors finishes and sizes In addition to those mentioned here there are many other paper stocks available experiment with other stocks using the paper criteria discussed in this guide It is strongly recommended that you obtain evaluation samples for your specific applications Carbonless Forms The carbonless forms noted here are recommended for the RISO digital duplicator Carbonless forms are available in sets of different quantities and colors Call your local paper merchant for availability Envelopes Many paper stocks are available with matching envelopes There are many styles and types available see attached Envelope Guide Business size 10 A2 A6 A7 and A8 are the most commonly available envelopes and are usually stocked Good quality envelopes are recommended for use with the RISO digital duplicator to ensure proper paper feeding and to produce desirable results We have found success with Tyvek brand envelopes Call your local paper merchant for availability and ordering requirements RISO Recommended Specialty Stocks RISO
25. ing the entire job 5 When testing look for consistently sharp copies density consistency good runnability and minimum setoff 6 The RISO digital duplicator performs well with papers from all price ranges allowing for versatility flexibility and economy in every printing application Depending on your application you may find a variety of papers that work with the ComColor Printer It is helpful to test several brands from each category Keep in mind that some paper manufacturers don t sell every brand nationwide so paper we recommend may not necessarily be available in your area Ask your paper distributor to recommend an equivalent or alternative paper stock Almost every style of paper has its share of competitors 13 iRISO Guide To Paper Paper Selection Tips continued What are the best types of papers to use to communicate your message most effectively Choose paper that will produce the best possible output for your application The copy quality must be consistently dense the paper must be sufficiently opaque and or heavy enough to avoid showthrough and the paper should be absorbent enough to eliminate setoff You also want a high quality paper that is crisp and with enough brightness to produce the best image Your paper selection will have a major impact on your message and design as much as the printed word on the page Be creative and innovative Choose a paper with a finish texture and color that w
26. of this Guide The paper chosen for any printing job has a significant effect and impact on the quality of the finished product This is true for output printed on a copier offset press laser printer RISO digital duplicator or RISO ComColor Printer Therefore everyone involved in the printing process should possess a basic knowledge of paper characteristics as they can have a critical effect on the appearance and the ability to print a job The objective of this guide is to familiarize you with the types of papers that are available and explain paper compatibility when used with the RISO Printers This guide will helo you choose the best papers for each printing application The RISO Guide To Paper starts with with a comprehensive glossary with in depth explanations of paper terminology Subsequent sections discuss paper Selection Tips Paper Storage and Handling Suggestions and Recycled papers Sections on paper weight and a handy envelope guide complete the first section The next two sections focus on the uniqueness and benefits of the RISO digital duplicator and the RISO ComColor Printer This format is designed to get you off and running quickly with an understanding of paper and its effect on your output The more educated you are the more you can inform your staff so they will be equipped to use RISO Printers to their fullest potential Use this document as a resource when purchasing paper so you ll have the information th
27. paper Lightweight papers Such as onionskin and Bible paper these stocks are specialty grades that have been produced for years Recently increasing mailing costs have encouraged the development and use of lighter weight newsprint and magazine papers These lightweight papers will perform well with the RISO digital duplicator as long as the finish allows for the ink to be absorbed Newsprint basic size 24 x 36 Used in printing newspapers and primarily made up of groundwood pulp with some chemical pulp It is made in basis weights from 28 to 35 Ib with 30 Ib being the most popular This paper stock performs well with the RISO digital duplicator Offset papers basic size 25 x 38 The most common sheet used for flyers and commercial printing offset papers are made from chemical pulp to which starch is added for better offset press performance This sizing helps the paper resist the slight moisture present in offset printing A separate treatment also makes this paper tear resistant These also come in a range of colors finishes and basis weights Offset papers have a basic size of 25 x 38 and basis weights ranging from 40 Ib to 100 Ib Offset papers are made to perform with ink therefore they work well with the RISO digital duplicator 10 RISO Guide To Paper Glossary of Paper Terms continued Opacity The paper s ability to stop the transmission of light When printing images on both sid
28. per 24 lb Bond White 102 andard 1 300x300 dpi Level 3 andard 1 300x600 dpi Level 3 Unisource Starbrite Opaque Smooth 60 Ib Offset White andard 1 300x300 Level 3 andard 1 300x600 Level 2 andard 1 300x600 Level 3 single sided igh Quality 1 300x300 Level 3 single sided 3 S 5 Ss Standard 1 300x300 Level 3 single sided S S H WAUSAU PAPER Exact Digital HD Recycled Laser Smooth 24 lb Writing White Plain 300x300 dpi Plain 300x600 dpi Matte 300x300 dpi Matte 300x600 dpi 5 Exact Digital HD Recycled Color Copy Smooth 28Ib Writing White Plain 300x300 dpi Plain 300x600 dpi Matte 300x300 dpi Matte 300x600 dpi 5 Exact Ice Smooth 80lb Cover White Plain 300x300 dpi Plain 300x600 dpi Matte 300x300 dpi Matte 300x600 dpi 5 Exact Digital HD Color Copy Smooth 24lb Writing Hyper White Standard 300x300 3 Exact Opaque White Smooth 60lb Text White Standard 300x300 3 29 iRISO Guide To Paper Additional Paper Selection Notes for Pages 28 amp 29 Note Results may vary from Standard 1 to High Quality 1 Settings and for duplex printing For best performance and results do not use auto duplex for paper over 28lb bond 105 gsm weight Combination printing incorporates text graphics and photos The file used to test all listed papers is the 20 fill demo original Rating is based on a scale of 1 to 5 5 being the best Papers with a rating next to them were tested by RISO Inc
29. s High quality jam free printing begins with choosing the right paper for the job The RISO digital duplicator is very versatile and able to feed and print on a wide variety of paper stocks weights and sizes Some papers however produce better output than others As you have read paper characteristics such as color brightness opacity smoothness paper gloss and sizing have a profound effect on the ability to produce a high quality product Generally the types of paper that perform well with the RISO digital duplicator include offset vellum bond dual purpose dp and card stock Absorption is an important factor to a paper stock so that the ink will be absorbed thus alleviating setoff issues Environmental concerns landfill closures and the need to reduce solid waste have led to a growing demand for recycled paper While a small portion of these grades have performance or appearance characteristics not equal to their virgin counterparts the vast majority exhibit no noticeable differences So you can be environmentally friendly and use recycled paper for almost every printing application produced on a RISO digital duplicator Experiment with papers for the ComColor printer When choosing a stock for the ComColor keep in mind paper weight and brightness Papers between 28 and 32 recommended minimum 24 generally give the best results while papers with 98 brightness are also preferable RISO digital duplicator
30. s and ComColor printers allow for great versatility in printing applications and the ability to print on a wide variety of paper stocks and weights By using the paper guidelines and suggestions presented in this document you will be able to choose the paper that is best suited to the equipment and your printed application So use your imagination Be creative and add excitement to every document you produce 33
31. tion Paper Matte 32 Ib Bond White 98 Standard 1 300x300 dpi Standard 1 300x600 dpi High Quality 1 300x300 dpi High Quality 1 300x600 dpi 5 Bright White Inkjet 24 lb Bond White 96 Standard 1 300x300 dpi Level 2 amp 3 Standard 1 300x300 dpi Level 4 single sided Standard 1 300x600 dpi Level 1 amp 2 Standard 1 300x600 dpi Level 3 single sided High Quality 1 300x300 dpi Levels 1 amp 2 High Quality 1 300x300 dpi Level 3 single sided High Quality 1 300x600 dpi Level 3 single sided 4 For use with HC5500 and ComColor Series For use with ComColor Series only N 8 Recommended Papers for RISO HC Series and RISO ComColor Printers Paper Name Finish Weight Paper Type Color Brightness Best Settings Combination Printing Rating HP CONTINUED Indigo Premium Text Uncoated 80lb 118gsm Text White 96 This paper is available through Xpedx It comes in 12 x 18 only and will need to be cut down Paper performs excellent for non bleed show through Indigo Text Uncoated 70lb 105gsm Text White 92 This paper is available through Xpedx It comes in 12 x 18 only and will need to be cut down Paper performs excellent for non bleed show through JAPAN PULP amp PAPER US CORP Crown Digital HS 31lb Bond White Plain 300x300 dpi Plain 300x600 dpi 5 Crown Digital HS 24lb Bond White Plain 300x300 dpi Plain 300x600 dpi 5 Crown Digital HS 21lb Bond White Plain 300x300 dpi
32. y This is called holdout Runnability An important factor that affects the printing of papers by any process is runnability Runnability affects the ability to feed the paper and failures in runnability can cause downtime IRISO Guide To Paper Glossary of Paper Terms continued Sizing The treatment of paper which gives it resistance to the penetration of liquids particularly water or vapors Internal sizing helps to determine the rate at which paper absorbs moisture External sizing helos glue down the fibers and enhances the prospect of a clean print job Smoothness A surface characteristic relating to the flatness of a sheet which affects ink receptivity Smooth surfaces have irregularities that cannot be seen by the naked eye but can be detected by a magnifying glass As smoothness decreases solids and halftones get sandy and rough in appearance but type is not affected much Smoothness is essential for achieving maximum print contrast The RISO digital duplicator produces good quality output on smooth paper as long as the paper isn t so smooth as to not allow ink absorption Text papers basic size 25 x 38 These are the most popular papers because they offer the widest range of colors and textures The finish may be vellum smooth linen or laid Text papers are commonly used for promotional materials and are used with their matching cover counterparts to produce brochures reports and books Their
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