Technical Reference Guide – Appendix D – Media specifications > 233
Paper that does not comply with the specifications shown in the
diagram below will not be guaranteed. It may suffer from slipping
between layers and compromise paper feed quality.
Combinations of part weights of multipart forms
The following table shows usable combinations of paper weights
for multipart forms. In each combination, its base (last) part is
equal to or more than the other part(s) in weight. Weights not
within the usable ranges listed below impair paper feed accuracy
and are not assured.
Horizontal
perforation
Securely stapled.
Not securely
stapled (biting).
Press to prevent lifting.
Paper Staple Shape and Location (for double)
6.35
25.4
50.8 interval
6.35
2 or
more
3~4
Approx.1
Stapled at
four points
Paper staple distance that
exceeds 50.8 mm (2 inches).
Paper feed direction
Enlarged view of portion
with stapleless stapling