Maybe the CL7000 can do it. They say they can now do coated or glossy stock on that machine. I am attaching the paper sotck recommendations from Ricoh on the CL7000.

The whole coated stock thing has gotten crazy. When they were introduced we were told the 24/32's would do coated stock. It was emphisized in fact! Now we find out that Ricoh Japan supports it for coated, but Ricoh USA does not! Are they going to pull the rug out from under us with the 7000's too??
Tyler

My understanding is the CL5000 supports coated stock along with the CL3000 (Panasonic). Also, I would call the manufracturer of the T-shirt transfer paper and ask them if there paper is really coated (I do not believe it is).



http://www.visual-color.com/newdeal.asp
Charlie Caruana

Isn't the CL5000 the printer version of the 1224? Are they spec'd differently?

Tyler

Art, find me some proof about the glossy stock on the CL5000 if you can. I have a customer that is HOT because they can't run glossy stock on that printer. Let me, and everyone else know!

tpk

If the CL5000 supported coated stock, why wouldn't the 1224C?

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Originally posted by Ted:
Art, find me some proof about the glossy stock on the CL5000 if you can. I have a customer that is HOT because they can't run glossy stock on that printer. Let me, and everyone else know!

tpk

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CL3000
Avoid using the following, as they are not supported by this printer:

· Paper meant for an ink-jet printer
· Bent, folded, or creased paper
· Curled or twisted paper
· Torn paper
· Wrinkled paper
· Damp paper
· Paper that is dry enough to emit static electricity
· Paper that has already been printed onto, except a preprinted letterhead
· Special paper, such as thermal paper, aluminum foil, carbon paper and conductive paper
· Paper whose weight is heavier or lighter than the limitation
· Paper with windows, holes, perforations, cutouts, or embossing
· Adhesive label paper on which glue or base paper is exposed
· Paper with clips or staples


Paper Recommendations
Item Media Type Media Size Media
Weight/Thickness
Standard Paper Tray Plain Paper A4, B5, Letter, Legal 60-105g/m2 (16-28lb)
Plain Paper A4, B5, Letter, Legal,
Executive
Custom size:
Min. 90mm x 148mm
(3.56” x 5.85”)
Max. 216mm x 356mm
(8.5” x 14”)
60-105g/m2 (16-28lb)
Thick Paper Same as above 105-165g/m2 (28-44lb)
Glossy A4, Letter 80lb Text (120g/m2)
Transparency A4, Letter 4mil
Envelope Com10, Monarch
C5, C6, DL
75-90g/m2 (20-24lb)
Bypass Tray
Label A4, Letter --
Auto Duplex Unit
(Option)
*Bypass tray feeding
during duplex is not
supported
Plain Paper A4, B5, Letter, Legal 60-105g/m2 (16-28lb)
Note: Maximum paper size is 8.5 X 14”

CL 5000

Paper not supported by this printer
NOTE: Coated paper and envelopes are not supported
• Paper meant for an ink-jet printer
• Bent, folded, or creased paper
• Curled or twisted paper
• Envelopes
• Torn paper
• Wrinkled paper
• Damp paper
• Paper that is dry enough to emit static electricity
• Paper that has already been printed onto, except a preprinted letterhead
• Coated paper
• Special paper, such as thermal paper, aluminum foil, carbon paper and conductive paper
• Paper whose weight is heavier or lighter than the limitation.
• Paper or envelopes with windows, holes, perforations, cutouts, or embossing
• Label paper on which glue or base paper is exposed
• Paper with clips or staples

There is no reference to Gloss stock for the CL 5000, the tech support manual states that "coated" is not recommended.

Gloss stock is recommended for the CL3000 (Panasonic Printer)

Coated paper - Paper with a surface coating imparting a smooth finish. Coated paper finishes have a higher opacity and better ink holdout than uncoated papers.

Gloss - A paper's shine or luster which reflects angular light

IP Paper Corp
An exceptionally balanced #2 freesheet possessing outstanding qualities in all the key paper attributes -- brightness, shade, and gloss -- for the utmost performance and cost. The smooth surface creates vivid definition, image, and text uniformity resulting in a more refined overall appearance. Savvy is available in four weights and two finishes. Savvy is available on a quick turnaround basis for standard and non-standard roll sizes through the WebExpress ® Overnight and WebExpress Custom ® programs.

As the leading #3 grade, Influence provides an excellent option for all types of upscale end uses. With weights from 40 lb. to 100 lb., Influence extends the possibilities for coated freesheet applications. For heavy basis weights, Influence's unique crossover value becomes truly apparent, delivering the printability and appearance expected of a #2 grade paper. At the light basis weight end, Influence is the perfect choice for lightweight catalog and magazine applications that require prime print gloss and smoothness. The consistent quality and number of choices throughout Influence's weight range is testimony to International Paper's commitment to all basis weights in the #3 category.

I am not recommending these papers, just trying to inform that coated stock along with gloss stock is very vague. There are probably thousands of variations when it comes to these stocks.

Follow this link for IP Paper

IP Paper

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[This message was edited by Docusultant on Mon July 07 2003 at 05:54 PM.]

Man, you ask for the time and Art tells you how the watch is made.
Just kidding Art, you are the perfect man for a site like this. You take everything you don't know as a personal challenge and track down the answer as if your life depended on it.
Thanks for all that you do for the benefit of all of us.