I do not need a huge output. And in the thread you mentioned that you could send a sample? I have Epson Printer xp6000 can i use 300gsm glossy paper with this model. There arent any mono laser A4 machines that can take more than 250gsm, and the few that do, wont work with foil unfortunately. 3. Thank you looking forward to your reply, Thanks for getting in touch. I dont want to get it wrong again so could you please advise on what printer would suit me better? I have bought a Kyocera Ecosys M5521 and discovered that has a simplex ADF (a crap that takes one side) and prints ok on 220gsm card only the text but the images doesnt. So my main concern is paper weight and high yield ink cartridges, preferably like the tank ones and ofcourse reasonably priced! size : 32.8cm wd x 24 cm. On machines where A5 duplex is possible, the maximum weight is also limited, so you would not be able to duplex print on anything thicker than around 120gsm at A5 size. Im on the hunt for the right one to meet my needs. The paper handling is not an issue as they can take up to 255gsm. The iX6850 would probably be the best option as it can handle heavy papers and uses a pigment black ink which is better on uncoated papers https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html, Hi Im looking at a home printer that will take 250gsm card. 300 gsm, not just photo paper, but only want a4. https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-g4511-printer.html Thank you for your valuable information. This would cut down on the costs and my effort in generating these. However, this does come with a high output cost. If youre looking to print on the card for example, then we have a range of printers that can suit your needs. I have a small craft business and sometimes I print wedding/party stationery on up to 300gsm card stock. As an example, the WF-7210DTW https://www.printerbase.co.uk/epson-workforce-wf-7210dtw-printer.html would be able to handle this weight of media and uses a pigment based ink that is suitable for both coated and uncoated media. Hi Jack, thanks for getting in touch. https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-pro-10s-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html Sometimes it appears to be the weight of the card they could not cope with and at other times it seems that the aperture gets caught up. This is the most useful article Ive found on the topic.. As most of the people, I am interested in printing on at least 220gsm (which is the weight of the paper Im currently using) and I need a laser printer to apply foil with a laminator afterwards. There arent any A4 machines that can handle 300gsm, the OKI C612 and C712 are rated for 256gsm from the multipurpose tray and so wed recommend either of these https://www.printerbase.co.uk/oki-c612dn-a4-colour-led-printer.html I hope this helps. My Canon Pixma ip3000 did this really well but has died. I want to print on kraft recycled paper for wedding stationery and cards. I am not interested in printing photos. The SC-P400 https://www.printerbase.co.uk/surecolor-sc-p400-a3-colour-photo-inkjet-printer.html or Pro 10S https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-pro-10s-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html would be good options. Any suggestions on laser printers for around $200-$250 for up to 220 gsm card stock for foiling. what does it mean, can I print on 300gsm cardstock? The tank refill method is lot more convenient and alot more cost effective in terms of ink. https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-pro-200-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html. I only found expensive second hand huge printers that have all this. Thank you for getting in touch Its not usually recommended to try and feed anything with an aperture in it through a device as it can result in jams, but we would suspect that feeding from the bypass feeder should be OK but we couldnt recommend. Ive been doing a lot of research and the Canon PIXMA looks like a alternative printer that I could use but this seems to be out of stock everywhere. 360gsm Max, Canon PIXMA Pro 10S A3+ Colour Inkjet Printer The 300gsm on this machine is actually rated for photo papers as opposed to card but some customers do use it for card as well. Im a photographer and use a QR code system for managing volume photography events. I print approx 30-50 cards per day at 300gsm, and use canon pixma MG3600 series. Looking for printing on ideally 300gsm, if not then 250gsm. Hi Sarah, thanks for getting in touch. On Epson inkjet models, the maximum recommended media handling weight is 256gsm unless explicitly specified in the product information brochure or user guide. Can you please recommend a good Inkjet printer that will print cardstock (up to 280GSM if possible)? The Printerbase Team, Im looking to buy a colour printer. Thanking you
Good luck in your new business venture. Can I ask what printer you went for in the end for foiling cardstock? For 300gsm+ paper weights, we would only really recommend the Pro photo range https://www.printerbase.co.uk/other-devices/photo-printer/high-quality-photo-printers.html (except for the Canon Pro 100s that uses dye only ink) as these can all handle up to 350gsm media.
I just got confused by your comment that newer printers cannot work well with foiling due to the makeup of the toner. That is great advice. When it comes to printing on cards, GSM is the most important factor. I had an IT technician have a look at it, for free, yesterday and its def a goner, as if it had only been the paper jam bar that needed replacing, he could have found me a new one, But the mechanism on the right hand side has gone too. I really like the idea of an Epson Eco Tank and my budget is pointing me in the direction of the ET 3750 but to try and get the best of both worlds (Canon quality + Epsons Eco Tanks) Ive come across the ET 7750. I need a printer for card craft. Thanks Adam. Also, the print speed is very slow and so this would really preclude them from making large numbers of packaging, plus the cost would be high due to the large number of inks they require. Alternatively you can contact us by Phone on 0800 170 7234 and 0161 308 5800 or by Live Chat on our main Website Monday to Friday and our team will be happy to help or answer with any questions you might have. there are printers such as the Xerox C8000 which is a great card printer and handles very high volumes, but being a laser printer this cannot print borderless. It would be most suited to using an Inkjet to print at higher GSM. I also print all sizes up to A3. Hi Gemma, unfortunately the only range of machines currently available that we are confident will work are the Samsung models here https://www.printerbase.co.uk/printers/laser-printers/mono-laser-printers/a4-mono-laser-printers/samsung.html These are in short supply though as Samsung no longer manufacture printers since HP took over their print business last year. I can use the dye ink initially provided along with the printer for other graphic purposes. Could you please help us to get Samsung printer which has the capability of printing below specified certificate
The only printer we sell that prints white on dark cardstock is the Sunangel 33SW, which is currently 396 inc VAT. I mainly print in mono so i was thinking about a laser printer but theyre either really expensive or massive, and tend to make the card curl (do they all do that?). Thanks Adam. Also which A4 laser printer accepts and actually prints and delivers on 250 gsm card stock? The Samsung M3820ND works OK with foil, but will only print on 220gsm. Hi there. The Ink Tank printers have not been tested for printing on Card Stock, whilst many of them are quoted to print on 250gsm+ this has been tested for use on Photo paper. Canon ts6150 and ts5150. Just wanted to add also, I wont be printing photos on my printer, so Precise photo quality printing is not a major requirement. Yes, the iX6850 prints on media up to 300gsm. Im looking for a printer to print on card 220g/250g with reasonable ink costs as i print alot This would mean opting for a Workforce range device, as these use use a pigment based system.
Thanks. We do not sell any devices specifically for printing box packaging, I believe that on a production level these are generally done with large digital presses as opposed to desktop devices. The printer would need to be able to handle A5 and doesnt necessarily need to be colour. For that weight and type of paper, the only models really suitable would be the professional photo range of devices found here. Id like a printer that can both handle 300gsm and be able to pull the satin finish stock through the machine (my HP has a hard time grabbing on to the paper) After reading through the suggestions I believe the canon PIXMA Pro 10s may be the answer to my prayers??? I am also planning to do foiling on cardstock and am therefore looking for the best printer available to do that. As far as were concerned they are the exact same. In theory the M2825DN would work, but we have not ever tested this model and it does have a different toner cartridge than that shared by the M3320 and upward.
I am more interested in good quality, also can you advise on where to go for advice on paper for this? Anything over 256gsm is usually reserved for their range of professional photo printers only, such as the P400, P600 and P800 models. So can you please help? The Printerbase Team, Ive got an OKI C511dn laser. We did send some HP tests to people using foiling and the results were not satisfactory. Only Oki machines have a completely flat feed path. I am looking to print on thick card around 580gsm. If youre looking for an inkjet any of these professional photo printers will work. Im looking for a laser printer that can handle 280/300gsm paper and that has a really good photo/graphics quality printing, as I would be printing kids birthday invitations mostly. Hi, As you mentioned the Canon ix6850 can handle up to 300gsm PHOTO PAPERS does this mean that it wont print on 300gsm cardstock? would be suitable as it can handle up to 220gsm from the multipurpose tray and has a straight feed path. Would the printers be suitable for cards thicker than this then? The Epson P400 and Canon pro 10s would be good options. Its possible that some may work, but there is no way to be sure nor can we make a recommendation for any as it is outside of the manufacturer specification.
The Printerbase Team. I desperately need a printer to handle cardstock and most can barely manage 250gsm!!!! Used to have a brilliant Epsom one, but since that died about 10 years ago Ive not managed to find a good replacement.
So sorry if this has already been asked/answered; What would you recommend? An inkjet would be a better option for textured papers, the Canon ix6850 https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html can handle up to 300gsm photo papers and is about the cheapest device of its type for heavyweight media handling. You mention above about the epson surecolour printing onto 1.3mm. Understand that will mean I have to work in small batches. Alex please could you help with a problem I have with my new XP3100, my old R255 works very well but give up the ghost, this new printer having problem with thicker paper (260gsm) is there any way I can change (the biggest size 220gsm to a thicker paper). I thought this was the lightest there was. So here goes..I need a cheap printer, that has low ink costs, can print leaflets on glossy/silk paper and can print on thin card too. i hope you can help please. Or both models are suitable for foiling and for cardstock up to 220gsm with successful results? Other than the Samsung machine, there arent really any others we could recommend. For heavier weights of paper up to 350gsm, the only machine we can recommend is the OKI C911DN, which can handle up to 350gsm but is an A3 graphic model and hence expensive. Hello, can you suggest me a printer for cotton paper, up to 300 gsm? I can only find the Epson P800 but wanted to see what else is available. Printing on Sulphate cardboard isnt something Printerbase or Printer manufacturers have tested, so I cant guarantee anything would work on these for certain. Happy New Year, and thank you for all the valuable information you provide. Thank you! I recommend the Canon PIXMA Pro 10s as it has a 10 ink Pigment-based system for top colour accuracy and support of a wide range of media types. The majority of printers can only handle a maximum of 250gsm. Ive been researching for a suitable printer for ages now to help me run my small card and sticker business but am so overwhelmed by all the information out there. Of the monochrome machines available, the Samsung M3320ND is the only one we have had reported success with. We are looking to purchase a good quality printer which will print on card at a high standard. Adam Were hoping to bring our Christmas card run in-house (circa 50,000 cards) which wed need to print in a 2 week window. Which machine are you using at the moment? Hello. Ive had a look at the HP 553N and it seems to be suitable for the card ill be using if I use the manual feed.
Just one thing though does it also print ordinary 80 grm paper please? Would appreciate a response at your earliest. Brother MFC-J6510DW and MFC-J6910DW up to 50 off for one day only!!! Or specifically, thePIXMA iX6850, which is a great and affordable model that can help you achieve what you need when it comes to printing on a card. Ive been reading through lots of comments, but all the printers you recommend are A3. So many models, gets abit confusing. 
I have come across max up to 220 gsm. Experience high quality printing thats economical too. I can also see that the toner this printer uses is used with so many other HP machines as well. 
What printer do you recommend for high volume of prints for a greeting card business? Which laser would you recommend? certificate 1Cx0C(golden colour+maroon foil)ice gold 300gm+65 different names. In terms of driver installation? * By using this form you agree with the storage and handling of your data by this website. I cant really afford to buy two separate printers. Its probable that the Epson large format machines can handle the same thickness, but these would be getting into multiple thousands of pounds in price. Mainly slightly textured paper and mainly vector designs Many thanks, There are a few options to consider however the most popular are the Canon IX6850 Thanks, But, the printer would not print at all. Do you know of any printers currently on the market which could successfully print aperture cards of this weight? Then I came across this site I have read most of the above comments and replies but would just like absolute clarification please if thats okay. Virtually all inkjet machines would be suitable for printing onto 220gsm media, certainly those that have a top/rear feed such as the workforce range and also the Eco tank range. 
I can print onto 300gsm on this, but only using the straight-through paper path. https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html Which printers do you recommend for this purpose and why? Hello, document.getElementById("ak_js_1").setAttribute("value",(new Date()).getTime()); Britannia House I shall take your advice on letting go of the CISS system . I would exclude the Pro 100S as this uses a dye only ink which can look a bit flat on some paper finishes, all the rest use a pigment ink which is sharper especially on textured media.
Both can print borderless. Sorry for making you repeat it all the time, but what printers could you suggest? Maximum duplex weight would be around 170gsm, which is true of most A4 laser printers (if not all). Then deciding on an HP as I can use the ink purchase option. A3+, A3, A4, LTR, LDR, 25 x 30cm, 20 x 25cm, 13 x 18cm, 10 x 15cm. If you need any further help or more information, reach out to us by leaving a comment below or through one of the many ways on our Contact Us page. Thank you for getting in touch. A great option in your budget would be the L3150 However, using freezer paper is not recommended, this could damage the printer. On the big graphic devices, they tend to have a de-curl roller which counteracts this as it prints this is not a feature found on smaller models. So looking to upgrade. 350GSM is quite thick, two printers I recommend are the Canon PIXMA Pro 10s The same would apply to the duplex scanning. Thanks for your question I hope this helps. Thank you for your question. The Epson P800 https://www.printerbase.co.uk/epson-surecolor-sc-p800-a2-17-inch-wide-colour-inkjet-printer.html and the Canon Pro-1000 https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-imageprograf-pro-1000-a2-photographic-printer.html In both cases you can print onto a variety of media including cardstock and art papers and offer excellent output quality in both cases for photographic and art prints. However, when it comes to printing on Pre-Printed media it is advised to check the media supplier first on compatibility with being reprinted. https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-imageprograf-pro-300-photo-inkjet-printer.html, Hello, I am looking for an ink tank 3 in 1 printer that will handle about 250 g/m2 card as i make a lot of greetings cards as well as printing on standard paper. Preferably a less expensive option would be useful. The Canon Pixma Pro 10s can print on Custom size media, it wont be borderless, however. Thanks, I print fabric. So for school photography every child gets a QR code that is photographed at the start of their sessions and when the images are uploaded the software automatically puts the images in the corresponding galleries. It will be for invitations, posters, tags etc. Super helpful info! We have not specifically tested or had reports of anyone using this model for foiling, however, we would expect the toner technology being used in these newer models to be similar across the HP range of machines. The max media handling weight on this is 220gsm from the front feed tray. Please can you recommend a printer for me that will print waterproof labels as these would obviously be refrigerated? Thanks Hi, does the Canon PIXMA iX6850 A3+ Colour Inkjet Printer handle 250gsm please? The smallest Im seeing is this HP:
Thank you Lizzie. Add in some large and flexible trays, quick speeds and fantastic colour output and this range of machines could be ideal for your card printing needs. Alternatively, is the Canon Pro-300 https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-imageprograf-pro-300-photo-inkjet-printer.html I am finding it really hard to find one with good reviews.I have seen suggestions of a Brother printer but then there are complaints of bad quality. I would love a Laser but space and cost is determined in my choice. Do you have any recommendations for something something with a smaller budget (ideally under 500)? from an online printer such as vistaprint. Rear/flat feed (our current printer feeds from a tray, and jams relatively often) I take it its not been discontinued and there is just a supply problem at the moment. Is there something you might suggest? Were looking to buy a printer but cannot find one that does everything we want it to It needs to print A3 size, paper thickness of 300gsm, be wireless and also have a flatbed scanner. Any advice would be welcome. Many Thanks sue. Great question, the Canon IX6850 has been tested on most 300gsm paper to print fine. Ink tank if possible (they seem more cost effective). https://www.printerbase.co.uk/epson-surecolor-sc-p800-a2-17-inch-wide-colour-inkjet-printer.html. Sorry that we couldnt help much further here. Hi, EcoTank printers do offer a good quality print, and the low running costs theyre known for Dear Mr. Danial, As for the Xerox, the C8000 is the most affordable 300GSM laser we have. For heavyweight papers I would recommend looking at the Canon iX6850 machine, which you can find here https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html This device can handle A3 paper up to 300gsm including those finishes you refer to in your question. All other A4 laser machines have a maximum rated media handling weight of 220gsm. A6 comes down as a custom size which is Printable. Do you have a recommendation for printing on 130x190mm envelopes? Thanks Daniel, would the Samsung M2026 work for this aswell?
Danial Preferably with a feeding tray at the rear. OKI machines are the best at media handling thanks to their flat feed path, however, from our own tests we have found that OKI toner is not effective for foiling. I also have an a3 colour laser that handles heavy card stock but it is huge and Id like if possible to downsize (small home office). Hi Im looking for an A4 printer which takes up to 300 gms card. In the case of Surecolor P series, I am not aware if CISS systems are available for this range and we would urge caution on using it on these more expensive machines as you may be unable to get warranty support in case of an issue if you are using a third party ink supply. Siobhn, Thank you for your question. What colour laser printer would you recommend to print on card stock 250-350 gsm and that can take a4 and smaller size paper please ? The ix6850 will print on 260gsm papers no problem, but the issue is with the feed mechanism and the aperture. The print is text only. Sorry we couldnt help any more. They are both graphic machines and have good quality on images. The best option for duplex printing onto card at A5 would be the manual duplex option found on machines such as the Canon IX6850 https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html you would send the job as a manual duplex print and once side A is printed, the job would wait until you reinsert the media to print the opposite side. Thank you for getting in touch, with such a great question. I would consider checking out a laser too, such as the Xerox VersaLink C8000DT, a Satin finish Laser suitable card would work well with this too. It wouldnt need to handle any thicker than that really but my current printer doesnt seem to like it! I am looking for a printer (laser ideally for speed) that can print additional information onto existing leaflets/flyers. However, the Epson ET-8550 has a rear feed that can take media up to 1.3mm thick, this being the thickest media printer we have. And which is better lazer or inkjet. Can the Pixma ix6850 print on stock silk material of 300gsm weight rather than photo paper indicated? The TS6150 appears to support up to 300gsm photo paper from the rear feeder and so can likely work, although given your particular application we would still recommend the ix6850 as this is more forgiving on feeding heavier and uncoated card stocks. https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html. The pro photo machines you mention can print on a range of media including thicker papers and art papers but are designed for artwork and photography in the main. Thanks I have purchased the Canon Pixma Pro 100s (hasnt arrived yet). :):). Im looking for a printer (preferably eco tank) that can print high quality on thick linen card? Unfortunately not, the Epson P-series machines offer the best media handling thanks to a fine art paper feed path for things such as canvas and other thick media that will not feed through a standard feed path.
I have just had to send a printer back as it was not appropriate for my printing needs. The paper weight limit is quite restrictive on A4 laser machines, with the majority of them only being capable of handling 220gsm.
What was the issue with iP8750 prints, was it just bad colour quality or smudge too ? Btw sorry for the typo in addressing the poster instead of you ! Paper sizes can be customised in the printer driver, but they will have a border. From feedback received from customers and from some tests we performed on different models it is only some of the Samsung range of mono machines we can say with any confidence work with foiling, the M3320 being the one we would recommend. To handle a 250gsm card we would recommend the Canon iX6850 model, https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html as this has both a rear feed and is rated for 300gsm media, which gives you a buffer to handle 250gsm cardstocks. I wondered whether you could give advice about the best printer for the following requirements: Able to print on 270gsm uncoated textured card Fair enough. These are the printers wed recommend for printing on card https://www.printerbase.co.uk/printer-by-feature/card-printing.html. Or the Canon IMAGEProGraf Pro 300s I know for quality and capability (350 gsm) the Canon PIXMA Pro 100s/10 is highly recommended but it comes with a high running cost. Thank you for your question. I am looking for an advice from you. Dan is on the cutting edge of technology and has a great knowledge base of the printers we sell. The Xerox C8000DT is the cheapest 300gsm Laser printer we supply: I was thinking about a Canon Pixma Pro 100S (i dont know what the difference is with a 10S) or an Epson Ecotank EP 7700. In need of professional Laser Jet Printer with Size A3 and most important our requirement is media should be max 300gsm supportive. I have a photosmart atm but doesnt like card at all Id have a look at some more of the Canon line, the Canon Pixma IP8750 is a fantastic printer with support up to 300GSM I find it hard to determine what paper weight a printer will handle. As high yield and low ink cost is very important for me. Samsung M3320ND sounds good, just concerned about the curling if it doesnt have a straight path. At the moment we are a really small business, we dont have a large budget, and we dont have a lot of space. As with the M2835DW, the M2825DN is also no longer being manufactured and whilst we have a limited amount in stock, there is no guarantee this would be available when you look to order. The specs are the same and they perform the same function. I am afraid not. OL7 0TJ, We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our site. Thank you for any advice you can offer! Hi there, most machines can handle 220gsm, although not all have a rear feed, which would be recommended for card. If you are planning to use a textured paper then you may be better of with an inkjet machine such as the Canon IX6850, which can handle up to 300gsm photo media https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html. I have been asking around and searching on internet and found out that OKI, Ricoh and Xerox are the most recommended for my needs (300gsm + good photo quality). (the list can be found here under compatibility https://www.printerbase.co.uk/hp-ce285a-black-print-cartridge.html). Anything over 256gsm is usually reserved for their range of professional photo printers only, such as the P400,P600 and P800 models. Unfortunately, newer printers do not work so well for toner foiling due to the way the toner is made up. Im after an inkjet printer to print cards, all i have used struggle feeding in, i was hoping for a HP one but if not can you advice on the cheapest inkjet that will very happily take 250g card. However, it is of the same generation of devices as those we recommended and so likely uses the same toner type meaning it should work with the foiling process.
Home use Is there an eco tank printer with good colour print quality that prints up to 250gsm card? Its likely that the reason you cannot print this media is simply that it is out-of-spec for the machine you have. The Printerbase Team. Thank you for getting in touch, Id vary this depending on the card weight youre printing. Your advice is much appreciated Unfortunately there arent too many options here as most A4 machines are rated for 220gsm. The best machines for printing onto heavy stock would be the Canon Pro 10S https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-pro-10s-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html and Epson P400 https://www.printerbase.co.uk/surecolor-sc-p400-a3-colour-photo-inkjet-printer.html or P600 models https://www.printerbase.co.uk/epson-surecolor-sc-p600-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html.
Good luck in your new business venture. Can I ask what printer you went for in the end for foiling cardstock? For 300gsm+ paper weights, we would only really recommend the Pro photo range https://www.printerbase.co.uk/other-devices/photo-printer/high-quality-photo-printers.html (except for the Canon Pro 100s that uses dye only ink) as these can all handle up to 350gsm media.
I just got confused by your comment that newer printers cannot work well with foiling due to the makeup of the toner. That is great advice. When it comes to printing on cards, GSM is the most important factor. I had an IT technician have a look at it, for free, yesterday and its def a goner, as if it had only been the paper jam bar that needed replacing, he could have found me a new one, But the mechanism on the right hand side has gone too. I really like the idea of an Epson Eco Tank and my budget is pointing me in the direction of the ET 3750 but to try and get the best of both worlds (Canon quality + Epsons Eco Tanks) Ive come across the ET 7750. I need a printer for card craft. Thanks Adam. Also, the print speed is very slow and so this would really preclude them from making large numbers of packaging, plus the cost would be high due to the large number of inks they require. Alternatively you can contact us by Phone on 0800 170 7234 and 0161 308 5800 or by Live Chat on our main Website Monday to Friday and our team will be happy to help or answer with any questions you might have. there are printers such as the Xerox C8000 which is a great card printer and handles very high volumes, but being a laser printer this cannot print borderless. It would be most suited to using an Inkjet to print at higher GSM. I also print all sizes up to A3. Hi Gemma, unfortunately the only range of machines currently available that we are confident will work are the Samsung models here https://www.printerbase.co.uk/printers/laser-printers/mono-laser-printers/a4-mono-laser-printers/samsung.html These are in short supply though as Samsung no longer manufacture printers since HP took over their print business last year. I can use the dye ink initially provided along with the printer for other graphic purposes. Could you please help us to get Samsung printer which has the capability of printing below specified certificate
The only printer we sell that prints white on dark cardstock is the Sunangel 33SW, which is currently 396 inc VAT. I mainly print in mono so i was thinking about a laser printer but theyre either really expensive or massive, and tend to make the card curl (do they all do that?). Thanks Adam. Also which A4 laser printer accepts and actually prints and delivers on 250 gsm card stock? The Samsung M3820ND works OK with foil, but will only print on 220gsm. Hi there. The Ink Tank printers have not been tested for printing on Card Stock, whilst many of them are quoted to print on 250gsm+ this has been tested for use on Photo paper. Canon ts6150 and ts5150. Just wanted to add also, I wont be printing photos on my printer, so Precise photo quality printing is not a major requirement. Yes, the iX6850 prints on media up to 300gsm. Im looking for a printer to print on card 220g/250g with reasonable ink costs as i print alot This would mean opting for a Workforce range device, as these use use a pigment based system.
Thanks. We do not sell any devices specifically for printing box packaging, I believe that on a production level these are generally done with large digital presses as opposed to desktop devices. The printer would need to be able to handle A5 and doesnt necessarily need to be colour. For that weight and type of paper, the only models really suitable would be the professional photo range of devices found here. Id like a printer that can both handle 300gsm and be able to pull the satin finish stock through the machine (my HP has a hard time grabbing on to the paper) After reading through the suggestions I believe the canon PIXMA Pro 10s may be the answer to my prayers??? I am also planning to do foiling on cardstock and am therefore looking for the best printer available to do that. As far as were concerned they are the exact same. In theory the M2825DN would work, but we have not ever tested this model and it does have a different toner cartridge than that shared by the M3320 and upward.
I am more interested in good quality, also can you advise on where to go for advice on paper for this? Anything over 256gsm is usually reserved for their range of professional photo printers only, such as the P400, P600 and P800 models. So can you please help? The Printerbase Team, Ive got an OKI C511dn laser. We did send some HP tests to people using foiling and the results were not satisfactory. Only Oki machines have a completely flat feed path. I am looking to print on thick card around 580gsm. If youre looking for an inkjet any of these professional photo printers will work. Im looking for a laser printer that can handle 280/300gsm paper and that has a really good photo/graphics quality printing, as I would be printing kids birthday invitations mostly. Hi, As you mentioned the Canon ix6850 can handle up to 300gsm PHOTO PAPERS does this mean that it wont print on 300gsm cardstock? would be suitable as it can handle up to 220gsm from the multipurpose tray and has a straight feed path. Would the printers be suitable for cards thicker than this then? The Epson P400 and Canon pro 10s would be good options. Its possible that some may work, but there is no way to be sure nor can we make a recommendation for any as it is outside of the manufacturer specification.
The Printerbase Team. I desperately need a printer to handle cardstock and most can barely manage 250gsm!!!! Used to have a brilliant Epsom one, but since that died about 10 years ago Ive not managed to find a good replacement.
So sorry if this has already been asked/answered; What would you recommend? An inkjet would be a better option for textured papers, the Canon ix6850 https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html can handle up to 300gsm photo papers and is about the cheapest device of its type for heavyweight media handling. You mention above about the epson surecolour printing onto 1.3mm. Understand that will mean I have to work in small batches. Alex please could you help with a problem I have with my new XP3100, my old R255 works very well but give up the ghost, this new printer having problem with thicker paper (260gsm) is there any way I can change (the biggest size 220gsm to a thicker paper). I thought this was the lightest there was. So here goes..I need a cheap printer, that has low ink costs, can print leaflets on glossy/silk paper and can print on thin card too. i hope you can help please. Or both models are suitable for foiling and for cardstock up to 220gsm with successful results? Other than the Samsung machine, there arent really any others we could recommend. For heavier weights of paper up to 350gsm, the only machine we can recommend is the OKI C911DN, which can handle up to 350gsm but is an A3 graphic model and hence expensive. Hello, can you suggest me a printer for cotton paper, up to 300 gsm? I can only find the Epson P800 but wanted to see what else is available. Printing on Sulphate cardboard isnt something Printerbase or Printer manufacturers have tested, so I cant guarantee anything would work on these for certain. Happy New Year, and thank you for all the valuable information you provide. Thank you! I recommend the Canon PIXMA Pro 10s as it has a 10 ink Pigment-based system for top colour accuracy and support of a wide range of media types. The majority of printers can only handle a maximum of 250gsm. Ive been researching for a suitable printer for ages now to help me run my small card and sticker business but am so overwhelmed by all the information out there. Of the monochrome machines available, the Samsung M3320ND is the only one we have had reported success with. We are looking to purchase a good quality printer which will print on card at a high standard. Adam Were hoping to bring our Christmas card run in-house (circa 50,000 cards) which wed need to print in a 2 week window. Which machine are you using at the moment? Hello. Ive had a look at the HP 553N and it seems to be suitable for the card ill be using if I use the manual feed.
Just one thing though does it also print ordinary 80 grm paper please? Would appreciate a response at your earliest. Brother MFC-J6510DW and MFC-J6910DW up to 50 off for one day only!!! Or specifically, thePIXMA iX6850, which is a great and affordable model that can help you achieve what you need when it comes to printing on a card. Ive been reading through lots of comments, but all the printers you recommend are A3. So many models, gets abit confusing. I have come across max up to 220 gsm. Experience high quality printing thats economical too. I can also see that the toner this printer uses is used with so many other HP machines as well. What printer do you recommend for high volume of prints for a greeting card business? Which laser would you recommend? certificate 1Cx0C(golden colour+maroon foil)ice gold 300gm+65 different names. In terms of driver installation? * By using this form you agree with the storage and handling of your data by this website. I cant really afford to buy two separate printers. Its probable that the Epson large format machines can handle the same thickness, but these would be getting into multiple thousands of pounds in price. Mainly slightly textured paper and mainly vector designs Many thanks, There are a few options to consider however the most popular are the Canon IX6850 Thanks, But, the printer would not print at all. Do you know of any printers currently on the market which could successfully print aperture cards of this weight? Then I came across this site I have read most of the above comments and replies but would just like absolute clarification please if thats okay. Virtually all inkjet machines would be suitable for printing onto 220gsm media, certainly those that have a top/rear feed such as the workforce range and also the Eco tank range. I can print onto 300gsm on this, but only using the straight-through paper path. https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html Which printers do you recommend for this purpose and why? Hello, document.getElementById("ak_js_1").setAttribute("value",(new Date()).getTime()); Britannia House I shall take your advice on letting go of the CISS system . I would exclude the Pro 100S as this uses a dye only ink which can look a bit flat on some paper finishes, all the rest use a pigment ink which is sharper especially on textured media. Both can print borderless. Sorry for making you repeat it all the time, but what printers could you suggest? Maximum duplex weight would be around 170gsm, which is true of most A4 laser printers (if not all). Then deciding on an HP as I can use the ink purchase option. A3+, A3, A4, LTR, LDR, 25 x 30cm, 20 x 25cm, 13 x 18cm, 10 x 15cm. If you need any further help or more information, reach out to us by leaving a comment below or through one of the many ways on our Contact Us page. Thank you for getting in touch. A great option in your budget would be the L3150 However, using freezer paper is not recommended, this could damage the printer. On the big graphic devices, they tend to have a de-curl roller which counteracts this as it prints this is not a feature found on smaller models. So looking to upgrade. 350GSM is quite thick, two printers I recommend are the Canon PIXMA Pro 10s The same would apply to the duplex scanning. Thanks for your question I hope this helps. Thank you for your question. The Epson P800 https://www.printerbase.co.uk/epson-surecolor-sc-p800-a2-17-inch-wide-colour-inkjet-printer.html and the Canon Pro-1000 https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-imageprograf-pro-1000-a2-photographic-printer.html In both cases you can print onto a variety of media including cardstock and art papers and offer excellent output quality in both cases for photographic and art prints. However, when it comes to printing on Pre-Printed media it is advised to check the media supplier first on compatibility with being reprinted. https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-imageprograf-pro-300-photo-inkjet-printer.html, Hello, I am looking for an ink tank 3 in 1 printer that will handle about 250 g/m2 card as i make a lot of greetings cards as well as printing on standard paper. Preferably a less expensive option would be useful. The Canon Pixma Pro 10s can print on Custom size media, it wont be borderless, however. Thanks, I print fabric. So for school photography every child gets a QR code that is photographed at the start of their sessions and when the images are uploaded the software automatically puts the images in the corresponding galleries. It will be for invitations, posters, tags etc. Super helpful info! We have not specifically tested or had reports of anyone using this model for foiling, however, we would expect the toner technology being used in these newer models to be similar across the HP range of machines. The max media handling weight on this is 220gsm from the front feed tray. Please can you recommend a printer for me that will print waterproof labels as these would obviously be refrigerated? Thanks Hi, does the Canon PIXMA iX6850 A3+ Colour Inkjet Printer handle 250gsm please? The smallest Im seeing is this HP:
Thank you Lizzie. Add in some large and flexible trays, quick speeds and fantastic colour output and this range of machines could be ideal for your card printing needs. Alternatively, is the Canon Pro-300 https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-imageprograf-pro-300-photo-inkjet-printer.html I am finding it really hard to find one with good reviews.I have seen suggestions of a Brother printer but then there are complaints of bad quality. I would love a Laser but space and cost is determined in my choice. Do you have any recommendations for something something with a smaller budget (ideally under 500)? from an online printer such as vistaprint. Rear/flat feed (our current printer feeds from a tray, and jams relatively often) I take it its not been discontinued and there is just a supply problem at the moment. Is there something you might suggest? Were looking to buy a printer but cannot find one that does everything we want it to It needs to print A3 size, paper thickness of 300gsm, be wireless and also have a flatbed scanner. Any advice would be welcome. Many Thanks sue. Great question, the Canon IX6850 has been tested on most 300gsm paper to print fine. Ink tank if possible (they seem more cost effective). https://www.printerbase.co.uk/epson-surecolor-sc-p800-a2-17-inch-wide-colour-inkjet-printer.html. Sorry that we couldnt help much further here. Hi, EcoTank printers do offer a good quality print, and the low running costs theyre known for Dear Mr. Danial, As for the Xerox, the C8000 is the most affordable 300GSM laser we have. For heavyweight papers I would recommend looking at the Canon iX6850 machine, which you can find here https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html This device can handle A3 paper up to 300gsm including those finishes you refer to in your question. All other A4 laser machines have a maximum rated media handling weight of 220gsm. A6 comes down as a custom size which is Printable. Do you have a recommendation for printing on 130x190mm envelopes? Thanks Daniel, would the Samsung M2026 work for this aswell?
Danial Preferably with a feeding tray at the rear. OKI machines are the best at media handling thanks to their flat feed path, however, from our own tests we have found that OKI toner is not effective for foiling. I also have an a3 colour laser that handles heavy card stock but it is huge and Id like if possible to downsize (small home office). Hi Im looking for an A4 printer which takes up to 300 gms card. In the case of Surecolor P series, I am not aware if CISS systems are available for this range and we would urge caution on using it on these more expensive machines as you may be unable to get warranty support in case of an issue if you are using a third party ink supply. Siobhn, Thank you for your question. What colour laser printer would you recommend to print on card stock 250-350 gsm and that can take a4 and smaller size paper please ? The ix6850 will print on 260gsm papers no problem, but the issue is with the feed mechanism and the aperture. The print is text only. Sorry we couldnt help any more. They are both graphic machines and have good quality on images. The best option for duplex printing onto card at A5 would be the manual duplex option found on machines such as the Canon IX6850 https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html you would send the job as a manual duplex print and once side A is printed, the job would wait until you reinsert the media to print the opposite side. Thank you for getting in touch, with such a great question. I would consider checking out a laser too, such as the Xerox VersaLink C8000DT, a Satin finish Laser suitable card would work well with this too. It wouldnt need to handle any thicker than that really but my current printer doesnt seem to like it! I am looking for a printer (laser ideally for speed) that can print additional information onto existing leaflets/flyers. However, the Epson ET-8550 has a rear feed that can take media up to 1.3mm thick, this being the thickest media printer we have. And which is better lazer or inkjet. Can the Pixma ix6850 print on stock silk material of 300gsm weight rather than photo paper indicated? The TS6150 appears to support up to 300gsm photo paper from the rear feeder and so can likely work, although given your particular application we would still recommend the ix6850 as this is more forgiving on feeding heavier and uncoated card stocks. https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html. The pro photo machines you mention can print on a range of media including thicker papers and art papers but are designed for artwork and photography in the main. Thanks I have purchased the Canon Pixma Pro 100s (hasnt arrived yet). :):). Im looking for a printer (preferably eco tank) that can print high quality on thick linen card? Unfortunately not, the Epson P-series machines offer the best media handling thanks to a fine art paper feed path for things such as canvas and other thick media that will not feed through a standard feed path.
I have just had to send a printer back as it was not appropriate for my printing needs. The paper weight limit is quite restrictive on A4 laser machines, with the majority of them only being capable of handling 220gsm.
What was the issue with iP8750 prints, was it just bad colour quality or smudge too ? Btw sorry for the typo in addressing the poster instead of you ! Paper sizes can be customised in the printer driver, but they will have a border. From feedback received from customers and from some tests we performed on different models it is only some of the Samsung range of mono machines we can say with any confidence work with foiling, the M3320 being the one we would recommend. To handle a 250gsm card we would recommend the Canon iX6850 model, https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html as this has both a rear feed and is rated for 300gsm media, which gives you a buffer to handle 250gsm cardstocks. I wondered whether you could give advice about the best printer for the following requirements: Able to print on 270gsm uncoated textured card Fair enough. These are the printers wed recommend for printing on card https://www.printerbase.co.uk/printer-by-feature/card-printing.html. Or the Canon IMAGEProGraf Pro 300s I know for quality and capability (350 gsm) the Canon PIXMA Pro 100s/10 is highly recommended but it comes with a high running cost. Thank you for your question. I am looking for an advice from you. Dan is on the cutting edge of technology and has a great knowledge base of the printers we sell. The Xerox C8000DT is the cheapest 300gsm Laser printer we supply: I was thinking about a Canon Pixma Pro 100S (i dont know what the difference is with a 10S) or an Epson Ecotank EP 7700. In need of professional Laser Jet Printer with Size A3 and most important our requirement is media should be max 300gsm supportive. I have a photosmart atm but doesnt like card at all Id have a look at some more of the Canon line, the Canon Pixma IP8750 is a fantastic printer with support up to 300GSM I find it hard to determine what paper weight a printer will handle. As high yield and low ink cost is very important for me. Samsung M3320ND sounds good, just concerned about the curling if it doesnt have a straight path. At the moment we are a really small business, we dont have a large budget, and we dont have a lot of space. As with the M2835DW, the M2825DN is also no longer being manufactured and whilst we have a limited amount in stock, there is no guarantee this would be available when you look to order. The specs are the same and they perform the same function. I am afraid not. OL7 0TJ, We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our site. Thank you for any advice you can offer! Hi there, most machines can handle 220gsm, although not all have a rear feed, which would be recommended for card. If you are planning to use a textured paper then you may be better of with an inkjet machine such as the Canon IX6850, which can handle up to 300gsm photo media https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-ix6850-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html. I have been asking around and searching on internet and found out that OKI, Ricoh and Xerox are the most recommended for my needs (300gsm + good photo quality). (the list can be found here under compatibility https://www.printerbase.co.uk/hp-ce285a-black-print-cartridge.html). Anything over 256gsm is usually reserved for their range of professional photo printers only, such as the P400,P600 and P800 models. Unfortunately, newer printers do not work so well for toner foiling due to the way the toner is made up. Im after an inkjet printer to print cards, all i have used struggle feeding in, i was hoping for a HP one but if not can you advice on the cheapest inkjet that will very happily take 250g card. However, it is of the same generation of devices as those we recommended and so likely uses the same toner type meaning it should work with the foiling process.
Home use Is there an eco tank printer with good colour print quality that prints up to 250gsm card? Its likely that the reason you cannot print this media is simply that it is out-of-spec for the machine you have. The Printerbase Team. Thank you for getting in touch, Id vary this depending on the card weight youre printing. Your advice is much appreciated Unfortunately there arent too many options here as most A4 machines are rated for 220gsm. The best machines for printing onto heavy stock would be the Canon Pro 10S https://www.printerbase.co.uk/canon-pixma-pro-10s-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html and Epson P400 https://www.printerbase.co.uk/surecolor-sc-p400-a3-colour-photo-inkjet-printer.html or P600 models https://www.printerbase.co.uk/epson-surecolor-sc-p600-a3-colour-inkjet-printer.html.