Dry Toner

What is dry toner paper used for in large format printing?

Dry toner paper is used for producing high-quality technical drawings, plans, and colour prints on large format plan printers. It supports applications such as architectural, engineering, and construction documents, as well as high-speed colour prints. Xerox premium tracing paper is a popular choice for translucent copies, manual drafting, and as a diazo master.

How does dry toner printing differ from inkjet printing?

Dry toner printing uses heat and pressure to fuse toner onto the paper, delivering sharp, durable prints with minimal drying time. This process is ideal for fast, cost-effective production compared to inkjet, which relies on liquid inks absorbed into the paper. Xerox performance paper taped is designed for this method, providing reliable performance on Xerox plan copiers and digital printers.

What GSM (grams per square metre) is recommended for professional dry toner printing?

The ideal GSM depends on the print application. For standard plans and everyday documents, a lighter GSM (around 80–90gsm) is often used. For more robust or presentation-quality prints, heavier options such as Xerox production colour paper (90, 120 &160gsm) are recommended. Xerox performance cut sheet paper (75gsm) also provides a quality solution for sheet-fed devices where standard weights are sufficient.

How does Xerox production colour paper compare to standard plan paper?

Xerox production colour paper offers a higher quality, plain matt finish designed for high-speed colour toner printers, such as KIP Color and Océ ColorWave. It provides superior image definition, vibrant colour reproduction, and a choice of heavier weights (90, 120 &160gsm) compared to standard plan paper, which is typically lighter and used for monochrome or everyday drafting purposes.