Lexmark XM3150 Compatibility Guide

Labels
Labels , or pressure‑sensitive materials, are multi‑ply materials that contain various combinations of face sheets
(printable stock), adhesives, and removable protective backings (liners). These layers can result in thick materials that
are difficult to handle.
Labels are among the most difficult print materials for any printer to reliably feed and print. Factors such as heat,
pressure, and paper path could make printing on labels quite challenging. For example, temperatures near 225°C (437°F)
[temperatures vary between printers; check the section for your specific printer] and pressures to 25 psi can be
necessary for the fusing process. Heavy label stock can absorb heat, which in turn affects toner adhesion and print
quality and causes problems such as delamination.
Note: To prevent labels from peeling off or delaminating, make sure the release strength of the labels is sufficient to
withstand the temperature and pressure extremes generated during printing.
Label characteristics
The materials used to construct labels have a wide range of properties that can affect printing. Volatile components
are in the label materials and in the adhesive itself. We recommend that volatile emissions from the label, up to 160°C
(320°F), should be a minimal amount. The volatile components, which have low boiling point, produce emissions when
heated in the fuser and could emit vapors that can damage the printer.
Preprinted inks can also cause printer contamination, and may be present on one or both sides of the label sheet.
Follow the recommended label design guidelines to prevent labels from peeling off, which could cause jams. The label
or adhesive could also melt if the sheet is jammed in the fuser.
Review label designs with a converter or a vendor who has extensive knowledge about labels and laser printers to
ensure that you are using the proper type of labels.
Before purchasing large quantities of labels, make sure you extensively test the labels with your printer.
Printing on labels
Print on full label sheets only. Sheets with missing labels could peel off during printing and result in a paper jam. Partial
sheets can also leave adhesive marks on the printer and cartridge, which could void the printer and cartridge service
warranties.
Do not feed labels through the printer more than once. Doing so may contaminate the cartridge and other components
with adhesive.
Depending on your printer model and the number of labels being printed, printing labels may require special printer
maintenance. For specific maintenance information, see the documentation that came with your printer.
For more information about printing on labels, see the section for your printer in the “Printer specifications” chapter.
Duplexing paper labels
Labels are not typically duplexed because of their special construction. However, printing on both sides of the label
sheet may be possible if certain design, construction, and usage guidelines are followed.
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Lexmark XM3150 Specifications

General

Duplex printing	Yes
Print technology	Laser
Maximum resolution	1200 x 1200 DPI
Time to first page (black, normal)	6.5 s
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)	47 ppm
All-in-one functions	Copy, Fax, Print, Scan
Color all-in-one functions	Scan
Digital sender	No
Maximum duty cycle	150000 pages per month
Recommended duty cycle	2000 - 15000 pages per month
Copier resize	25 - 400 %
Maximum copy resolution	- DPI
Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4)	47 cpm
Scan speed (black)	48 ppm
Scan speed (color)	32 ppm
Duplex scan speed (black)	21 ppm
Duplex scan speed (color)	14 ppm
Optical scanning resolution	600 x 1200 DPI
Faxing	Mono faxing
Modem speed	33.6 Kbit/s
Total input capacity	650 sheets
Total output capacity	250 sheets
Maximum input capacity	2300 sheets
Multi-Purpose tray input capacity	100 sheets
Envelopes sizes	7 3/4, 9, 10, DL
Maximum print size	216 x 356 mm
Paper tray media types	Card stock, Envelopes, Labels, Plain paper, Transparencies
Non-ISO print media sizes	Executive (184 x 267mm), Folio (media size), Legal (media size), Letter (media size), Oficio (media size)
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)	A4, A5, A6
JIS B-series sizes (B0...B9)	B5
Maximum ISO A-series paper size	A4
Display	LCD
Control type	Touch
Product color	Grey, White
Display diagonal	7 \
Market positioning	Business
Direct printing	-
Standard interfaces	Ethernet, USB 2.0
Optional connectivity	Parallel, Serial (RS-422), Wireless LAN
Internal memory	1024 MB
Maximum internal memory	3072 MB
Sound pressure level (copying)	56 dB
Sound pressure level (printing)	55 dB
Power consumption (average operating)	- W
Operating altitude	0 - 2896 m
Operating temperature (T-T)	16 - 32 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	8 - 80 %
Sustainability certificates	ENERGY STAR

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	479 mm
Width	499 mm
Height	561 mm
Weight	23600 g