Compatability with non-adhesive thermal paper? Does anyone know if you can also load normal thermal rolls in this, like for printing reciepts?
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Wow, interesting - use the QL-500 for printing memos or other text on plain thermal paper. Maybe use as a POS printer to print receipts... Unfortunately, Brother doesn't sell continuous-roll plain paper, everything seems to be label stock. Your only choices seem to be various roll die-cut or continuous labels. Searching the web for "QL-500 tape continuous roll" has a youTube video on the first page of results descibing a hardware modification to the QL-500 that will allow the use of continuous roll that you're looking for, but I think many people would find these simple modifications impracticable. See the video "HOW to modify your ql-500" Uploaded by cheapskatevideo on Dec 8, 2011. Since this is a discussion forum, not a product review, here's hoping Amazon allows the link - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XCLxk8-MtI
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I completely disagree with the rest of these answers. I'm using an Epson DS-40 scanner (after trying and returning a Doxie) at 1200dpi for doing character recognition on thermal printed receipts. I've noticed a huge difference in the accuracy of the OCR software. No wonder, when it's getting so much more data to work with.
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No, this is a thermal printer. It prints (using heat) on heat sensitive labels. So you can't print on "normal paper", only on labels designed for this kind of printer. But no ink!
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I have never tried that application. However, I am extremely satisfied with this printer and can't see why the heavier paper would pose a problem.
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I use rolls of ordinary adding machine paper. It takes no special paper and prints out just fine. I'm really pleased with mine. I bet you will be, too, if you get one.
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You need to buy the special ribbon and ink cartridges which have the ribbon and the ink in them. If you buy the ribbons from a store you won't have the special ink to go with them - it must work on some thermal transfer system
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If FD200 machine requires "thermal paper", then yes. The paper is the whitest roll thermal paper I have found. It also is much thicker than rolls that sell much cheaper. Quality of printing is excellent, whereas cheaper thinner paper the quality of print was poor. Printing is crystal clear, profound black print with white paper makes receipt easy to read.
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I have used this printer in a couple of different jobs and never tried regular paper. We always used the kit with the ink and paper combination. I guess someone could try it and see. If you used regular paper, I would think a heavier bond would be better since it does pull the picture back through the printer several times.
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Buy the software called bartender, then print yourself using the fba sku. Also, I would recommend using thermal transfer, not direct if you are using a 200dpi printer. Make sure the media you use is extra sticky. That means you will usually have to buy 50 to 100 rolls at a time, if not through me. I sell special labels myself that are vinyl or metallic based; super sticky! Most of the amazon ebay labels are cheap Chinese labels and will fall off at the warehouse, making your inventory "damaged/unfulfillable"
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I did not really measure it but it is really small. The problem I have with the paper is that is rolled too tight and it got stuck very often in the machine and it does not print. I never have problem with the thermal paper I bought from Office Depot.
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Yes; the specification page on Dell's website [ http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?baynote_bnrank=0&baynote_irrank=0&c=us&cs=19&l=en&s=dhs&sku=225-4112&~ck=baynoteSearch ] indicates "thick" and "Cover" paper types. I've used the manual tray to print postcards, business cards, and envelopes without issue; I wasn't printing huge batches, so your mileage may vary. As long as you stick to card stock for laser printers, you should be good.
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Correct. I have managed to get mine to make a small part that HAD to be ABS for tempurature reasons. I printed into a puddle of super glue ( a trick I found on the internet) and it worked, but it took a few tries. Lots of people have added a heated bed to their simples, and they print ABS just fine.
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No, you don't need that type. Just standard thermal laminating pouches. You can find them at any walmart, or any office supply store.
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There are specific printers that hold these rolls. I do not have one. I just cut the amount off the roll that I need and run it thru my Epson Artisan 1430 printer.
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It will work with 2.25in x 165ft rolls but you have to buy thermal paper not regular stock paper
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Janet; yes, this paper will fit. It is the upgrade version to the TSP100 which I own. I have used several suppliers for print rolls and these are not only the best but the most economical. I am about to order another pack. The paper itself is bright white, which makes the printing stand out. This is important for me because my cooks need to see the order they are making when it sits on the ticket holder. The thickness of the paper makes it perfect, some paper looks transparent and recycled paper. This is a great product and fast shipping!
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Hi Meredith, that really depends on the tape that Brothers sells? I did not buy the portable printer for freezer items, my purpose is for IT networking and hardware items. please. you might consider this thought, check out Brothers website at http://www.brother-usa.com/support for assistance.