Available Paper

The paper types that can be used with this machine are shown in the following table.
For available paper with options attached, see the specifications of respective options.
Also, confirm the precautions regarding paper use.


For high-quality copies and printouts, use paper that is recommended for this machine. Using other types of paper may cause problems such as paper jams. If you use the type of paper that is not recommended for this machine, contact your dealer or service representative. You can use various types of paper for this machine, however, you may not be able to get the sufficient image quality and paper feeding depending on the paper characteristics (stiffness, thickness, air permeability, smoothness, moisture absorbency, etc.). For the paper thickness, please use plain paper whose thickness is 360 micrometer or less as a reference. If you want to use Synthetic (Polypropylene) paper and Synthetic (Polyester) paper, contact your dealer or service representative.

For high-quality copies and printouts, use paper that is recommended for this machine. Using other types of paper may cause problems such as paper jams.

If you use the type of paper that is not recommended for this machine, contact your dealer or service representative.

You can use various types of paper for this machine, however, you may not be able to get the sufficient image quality and paper feeding depending on the paper characteristics (stiffness, thickness, air permeability, smoothness, moisture absorbency, etc.). For the paper thickness, please use plain paper whose thickness is 360 micrometer or less as a reference.

If you want to use Synthetic (Polypropylene) paper and Synthetic (Polyester) paper, contact your dealer or service representative.

Supported Paper Sizes

Supported Paper Types

Unusable Paper

Precautions Regarding Paper

Guidelines for Using the Preprinted Paper

Precautions Regarding the Curling of Paper

Storing Paper Printed With the Machine

Supported Paper Sizes

Paper Sizes	Paper Source (Standard)	Paper Source (Optional)
Paper Sizes	Paper Drawer of the Main Unit	Stack Bypass-D	POD Deck Lite-C	POD Deck Lite XL-A	Multi-drawer Paper Deck-E	Document Insertion Unit-R
A4
A4R
A3
A5			-	-	-	-
A5R						-
B4
B5
B5R
305x457 mm
320x450 mm (SRA3)
330x483 mm
16K
16KR
8K
LTR
LTRR
LGL
11x17
STMTR						-
EXEC
Custom Size (90 mm x 148 mm to 330.2 mm x 487.7 mm)	*9		*1	*1	*2	*3
Custom Size (210 mm x 487.8 mm to 330.2 mm x 1,300 mm)	-	*4	-	*5	-	-
No.10 (COM10)	*7		*6	*6	*8	-
ISO-C5			*6	*6	*8	-
DL	*7		*6	*6	*8	-
Monarch	*7		*6	*6	*8	-
Nagagata 3	*7		*6	*6	*8	-
Yougatanaga 3	*7		*6	*6	*8	-
Kakugata 2			*6	*6	*8	-

*1 Custom paper sizes can only be fed if they are between 139.7 mm x 148 mm to 330.2 mm x 487.7 mm.

*2 Custom paper sizes can only be fed if they are between 139.7 mm x 182 mm to 330.2 mm x 487.7 mm.

*3 Custom paper sizes can only be fed if they are between 182 mm x 182 mm to 330.2 mm x 487.7 mm.

*4 When the "Long Sheet Tray-B" is attached.

*5 Custom paper sizes can only be fed if they are between 210 mm x 487.8 mm to 330.2 mm x 762 mm.

*6 The optional "Envelope Feeder Attachment-G" is required.

*7 The optional "Envelope Feeder Attachment-F" is required.

*8 The optional "Envelope Feeder Attachment-H" is required.

*9 Custom paper sizes can only be fed if they are between 98 mm x 148 mm to 330.2 mm x 487.7 mm.

Paper sizes supported by this machine

The following table shows most of the sizes of paper and envelope that can be used with the machine.

Other supported paper sizes are as follows.

305 mm x 457 mm

320 mm x 450 mm (SRA3)

330 mm x 483 mm

11" x 17" (279.4 mm x 431.8 mm)

"Vertical" side and "Horizontal" side of paper

In the User's Guide, regardless of the paper orientation, the side of paper perpendicular (

) to the front of the machine is referred to as the "vertical" side while the side parallel (

) to the front of the machine is referred to as the "horizontal" side.

In the User's Guide, loading paper with the longer side perpendicular to the front of the machine is referred to as placing in "portrait orientation" while loading paper with the longer side horizontal to the front of the machine is referred to as placing in "landscape orientation."

	Portrait orientation		Landscape orientation

"A4R," "A5R," "B5R," "LTRR," and "STMTR" refer to A4 / A5 / B5 / LTR / STMT size paper placed in landscape orientation, respectively.

Supported Paper Types

Chlorine-free paper can be used with this machine.

Paper Type	Basis Weight	Paper Source (Standard)	Paper Source (Optional)
Paper Type	Basis Weight	Paper Drawer of the Main Unit	Stack Bypass-D	POD Deck Lite-C	POD Deck Lite XL-A*1	Multi-drawer Paper Deck-E	Document Insertion Unit-R
Thin	52 to 63 g/m2
Plain 1	64 to 79 g/m2
Plain 2	80 to 90 g/m2
Plain 3	91 to 105 g/m2
Heavy 1	106 to 128 g/m2
Heavy 2	129 to 150 g/m2
Heavy 3	151 to 180 g/m2
Heavy 4	181 to 220 g/m2
Heavy 5	221 to 256 g/m2
Heavy 6	257 to 300 g/m2
Heavy 7	301 to 325 g/m2	-					-
Heavy 8	326 to 350 g/m2	-					-
Color 1	64 to 79 g/m2
Color 2	80 to 90 g/m2
Recycled 1	64 to 79 g/m2
Recycled 2	80 to 90 g/m2
Recycled 3	91 to 105 g/m2
Recycled 4	181 to 220 g/m2			-	-
Pre-punched 1	64 to 79 g/m2
Pre-punched 2	80 to 90 g/m2
Transparency*2	151 to 180 g/m2		*3				-
Clear Film	151 to 180 g/m2						-
Translucent Film	151 to 180 g/m2						-
Labels	151 to 180 g/m2	-					-
Tab 1*4	151 to 180 g/m2		*3
Tab 2*4	181 to 220 g/m2		*3
Bond 1	64 to 79 g/m2
Bond 2	80 to 90 g/m2
Bond 3	91 to 105 g/m2
Letterhead	151 to 180 g/m2
1-Sided Coated Thin 3*5	70 to 79 g/m2	-		-	-	*6
1-Sided Coated Thin 2*5	80 to 90 g/m2	-		67	67	*6
1-Sided Coated Thin 1*5	91 to 105 g/m2	-		*6	*6	*6
1-Sided Coated 1*5	106 to 128 g/m2	-
1-Sided Coated 2*5	129 to 150 g/m2	-
1-Sided Coated 3*5	151 to 180 g/m2	-
1-Sided Coated 4*5	181 to 220 g/m2	-
1-Sided Coated 5*5	221 to 256 g/m2	-
1-Sided Coated 6*5	257 to 300 g/m2	-
1-Sided Coated 7*5	301 to 325 g/m2	-					-
1-Sided Coated 8*5	326 to 350 g/m2	-					-
2-Sided Coated Thin 3*5	70 to 79 g/m2	-		-	-	*6
2-Sided Coated Thin 2*5	80 to 90 g/m2	-		67	67	*6
2-Sided Coated Thin 1*5	91 to 105 g/m2	-		*6	*6	*6
2-Sided Coated 1*5	106 to 128 g/m2	-
2-Sided Coated 2*5	129 to 150 g/m2	-
2-Sided Coated 3*5	151 to 180 g/m2	-
2-Sided Coated 4*5	181 to 220 g/m2	-
2-Sided Coated 5*5	221 to 256 g/m2	-
2-Sided Coated 6*5	257 to 300 g/m2	-
2-Sided Coated 7*5	301 to 325 g/m2	-					-
2-Sided Coated 8*5	326 to 350 g/m2	-					-
Matte Coated Thin 3*5	70 to 79 g/m2	-		-	-	*6
Matte Coated Thin 2*5	80 to 90 g/m2	-		67	67	*6
Matte Coated Thin 1*5	91 to 105 g/m2	-		*6	*6	*6
Matte Coated 1*5	106 to 128 g/m2	-
Matte Coated 2*5	129 to 150 g/m2	-
Matte Coated 3*5	151 to 180 g/m2	-
Matte Coated 4*5	181 to 220 g/m2	-
Matte Coated 5*5	221 to 256 g/m2	-
Matte Coated 6*5	257 to 300 g/m2	-
Matte Coated 7*5	301 to 325 g/m2	-					-
Matte Coated 8*5	326 to 350 g/m2	-					-
Textured 1*5	80 to 90 g/m2	-
Textured 2*5	91 to 105 g/m2	-
Textured 3*5	106 to 128 g/m2	-
Textured 4*5	129 to 150 g/m2	-
Textured 5*5	151 to 180 g/m2	-
Textured 6*5	181 to 220 g/m2	-
Textured 7*5	221 to 256 g/m2	-
Textured 8*5	257 to 300 g/m2	-
Vellum 1*8	64 to 79 g/m2
Vellum 2*8	80 to 90 g/m2
Vellum 3*8	91 to 105 g/m2
Synthetic (Polypropylene)	151 to 180 g/m2	-
Synthetic (Polyester)	151 to 180 g/m2	-
Magnetic	900 to 1000 g/m2	-		-	-	*10	-
Envelope*9	70 to 128 g/m2						-
Postcard	181 to 220 g/m2						-

*1 Long sheets with the following paper types and paper basis weight can be set in the "POD Deck Lite XL-A."

Plain 1 (64 to 79 g/m2) to Plain 3 (91 to 105 g/m2) , Heavy 1 (106 to 128 g/m2) to Heavy 6 (257 to 300 g/m2)

1-Sided Coated Thin 1 (91 to 105 g/m2), 1-Sided Coated 1 (106 to 128 g/m2) to 1-Sided Coated 6 (257 to 300 g/m2)

2-Sided Coated Thin 1 (91 to 105 g/m2), 2-Sided Coated 1 (106 to 128 g/m2) to 2-Sided Coated 6 (257 to 300 g/m2)

Matte Coated Thin 1 (91 to 105 g/m2), Matte Coated 1 (106 to 128 g/m2) to Matte Coated 6 (257 to 300 g/m2)

*2 You can use A4, A4R, LTR, or LTRR transparencies.

*3 Long sheet cannot be used even when the "Long Sheet Tray-B" is attached.

*4 You can use A4 or LTR size paper.

*5 When loading this type of paper in the multi-purpose tray, load only one sheet at a time.

*6 If coated thin paper is used for printing, it may become creased depending on the latest print jobs. In that case, keep the paper deck open for about 10 minutes to lower the temperature of the paper deck, and then start printing again.

*7 Basis weight less than 84 g/m2 cannot be used.

*8 Some types of vellums cannot be used.

*9 The printed envelopes may be creased depending on how envelope is pasted together or the position of the flap.

*10 Only for the lower deck.

Paper Available for Two-Sided Copying/Two-Sided Printing

When performing 2-sided copying or 2-sided printing, you cannot use the following paper types.

Paper type:

Transparency, Labels, Tab 1 to Tab 2, and Envelope

If using other paper, use <2nd Side of 2-Sided Page> to copy/print on the back side of printed paper.

Paper Not Available for Finishing

Finishing functions are not available when making copies or printing on magnetic, transparency, clear film, translucent film, labels, or envelope.

Using Heavy Paper for Saddle Stitching

If you are using Heavy 6 to Heavy 8 paper for a cover for <Booklet>, you can copy or print on <Front Cover> and <Back Cover>.

Paper when using High Capacity Stacker-J

When the "High Capacity Stacker-J" is attached, the minimum paper size that can be fed in the machine is 140 x 182 mm (including the envelopes). Also, the envelopes cannot be stacked on the "High Capacity Stacker-J."

Paper when using Inspection Unit-B

For information on paper types and sizes that can be fed when the "Inspection Unit-B" is attached, see the manual for the "Inspection Unit-B."

Print Misalignment on Pre-printed Paper, Bordered Paper, or Color Paper

If you are using pre-printed paper, bordered paper, or color paper, and the printed image is misaligned vertically as seen from the paper feeding direction, set to <Off> for <Auto Adjust L/R Edge Alignment> in <Paper Settings> in <Preferences> (Settings/Registration). Paper Type Management Settings

Unusable Paper


Before printing, check whether the paper to use is suitable. Do not use the following types of paper, as they can cause paper jams or printing errors: Wrinkled, creased, curled, torn, or damp paper1 Thin straw paper, very thin paper, coarse paper, glossy paper Paper with glue or other adhesive sticking out or label paper whose back side can be easily peeled off Paper printed by a thermal transfer printer, back side of paper printed by a thermal transfer printer 1 Printing on damp paper may cause steam to be emitted from the output area or water droplets to adhere to the output part, but this does not indicate a malfunction. This is because the water contained in the paper evaporates due to the heat generated when the toner fixes to the paper. This is more likely to occur when the room temperature is low.

Before printing, check whether the paper to use is suitable. Do not use the following types of paper, as they can cause paper jams or printing errors:

Wrinkled, creased, curled, torn, or damp paper*1

Thin straw paper, very thin paper, coarse paper, glossy paper

Paper with glue or other adhesive sticking out or label paper whose back side can be easily peeled off

Paper printed by a thermal transfer printer, back side of paper printed by a thermal transfer printer

*1 Printing on damp paper may cause steam to be emitted from the output area or water droplets to adhere to the output part, but this does not indicate a malfunction. This is because the water contained in the paper evaporates due to the heat generated when the toner fixes to the paper. This is more likely to occur when the room temperature is low.

Precautions Regarding Paper


When using paper Only use paper that has fully acclimatized to the environment in which this machine is installed. Using paper that has been stored under different temperature or humidity may cause paper jams or result in poor print quality. When you cut paper, the cutting sides of the paper must be made smooth using a polishing tool. To smooth the cutting sides of the paper, place it on a level surface, and move the polishing tool perpendicularly against the edges approximately three times. If you do not smooth all four sides of the paper, streaks may appear in images, or paper feeding may be adversely affected. Paper handling and storage Use paper soon after it is unpacked as the moisture absorption condition of paper may affect the image quality and paper feeding. Wrap any remaining paper in its original package and store it on a flat surface. Keep the paper wrapped in its original package to protect the paper from moisture or dryness. Do not store the paper in such a way that may cause it to curl or fold. Do not store the paper vertically or stack too much paper. Do not store the paper in direct sunlight, or in a place subject to high humidity, dryness, or drastic changes in temperature or humidity. The permissible humidity range for paper storage is 25% to 75% (with a room temperature of 15°C to 27.5°C). Storing paper in a location that does not meet these specifications may affect the paper feed and image quality.

When using paper

Only use paper that has fully acclimatized to the environment in which this machine is installed. Using paper that has been stored under different temperature or humidity may cause paper jams or result in poor print quality.

When you cut paper, the cutting sides of the paper must be made smooth using a polishing tool. To smooth the cutting sides of the paper, place it on a level surface, and move the polishing tool perpendicularly against the edges approximately three times. If you do not smooth all four sides of the paper, streaks may appear in images, or paper feeding may be adversely affected.

Paper handling and storage

Use paper soon after it is unpacked as the moisture absorption condition of paper may affect the image quality and paper feeding. Wrap any remaining paper in its original package and store it on a flat surface.

Keep the paper wrapped in its original package to protect the paper from moisture or dryness.

Do not store the paper in such a way that may cause it to curl or fold.

Do not store the paper vertically or stack too much paper.

Do not store the paper in direct sunlight, or in a place subject to high humidity, dryness, or drastic changes in temperature or humidity.

The permissible humidity range for paper storage is 25% to 75% (with a room temperature of 15°C to 27.5°C). Storing paper in a location that does not meet these specifications may affect the paper feed and image quality.

Guidelines for Using the Preprinted Paper

The use of paper which has already been printed on by another machine (preprinted paper) may lead to a reduction in the life cycle of parts or an increased frequency in cleaning. For information on the guidelines for using the preprinted paper such as the ink used on the preprinted paper, application of the spray powder, and safety, contact the distributor, the place where the preprinted paper was purchased, or your local authorized Canon dealer.

Using Paper Printed by an Offset Printer

Depending on the type, ink used by offset printers may contain substances (such as solvents or wax) which cause it to soften or melt at high temperatures. The machine has a high toner fixing temperature, so using paper that has been printed with these types of ink may cause the ink to stick to the fixing unit, etc., causing output paper to appear dirty or the lifespan of parts to decrease. In order to prevent ink from melting, it is recommended that you use paper printed with heat-resistant oil-based (oxidation-polymerization-type) ink or UV-curable ink.

If the ink melts, the problem may be resolved by lowering the temperature of the fixing unit. However, this may cause a decrease in fixation. For more information, contact your dealer or service representative.

Dry preprinted paper for a sufficient period (72 hours or longer) before use.

Do not print on portions where ink is already present, or portions which are varnished. Doing so may result in a dirty output with the toner not adhering to the inked surface (especially when coated paper is used) or an output with the moiré effect (a shimmering, wavy pattern), depending on the screen frequency and screen angles. If you must print on an inked surface, you may be able to improve the print result by printing on the area where the image density is very light. Also, for the moiré effect, you can improve the print result by adjusting the screen frequency. For more information, contact your dealer or service representative.

Spray powders are particles that are applied to help prevent bleeding when printing using oil based ink. Feeding the paper with spray powders into the machine may cause the spray powders to scatter inside the machine resulting in dirty output or reducing the transfer performance of rollers and belts. Therefore, if you are using oil base inked paper, avoid using paper with heavy amounts of spray powders. If the problem continues to occur, we recommend you remove the spray powders. If the inside of the machine becomes dirty from the spray powders, contact your dealer or service representative.

Using Paper Printed by a Full Color Laser Printer

Do not use the paper that was printed with a full color laser printer. Since the toner adhering temperature for this machine is higher than the general color laser printer, if the toner of the pre-printed media melts, the paper may get jammed in the fixing unit and damage the machine. Also, even under the specified condition, the quality of the output prints may degrade due to reasons such as changes in the glossiness. If you must use a full color laser printed media, narrow the printing range and lighten the image density. However, if you are using a full color laser printed media, make sure you contact your dealer or service representative.

You can use paper printed from a full color laser printer only if the paper is being used as the cover or sheet insertion by feeding it from the "Document Insertion Unit-R." In this case, be careful of the paper curl and paper sticking together.

Other Precautions

By feeding the preprinted paper into the machine, the quality of the paper may change. If the paper is still not fed correctly, perform <Adjust Paper Separation Fan Level>.

Wrap the preprinted paper in its original package, and store it in a dry place, away from direct sunlight.

Precautions Regarding the Curling of Paper

If paper jams or poor print quality occur, paper curl is often the cause. The paper stiffness, direction of curl, and amount of curl have a strong influence on how well the paper is transported through the machine. If paper is curled, always adjust the curl amount to the appropriate level as described below.

The Relationship Between Paper Grain and Curling Direction

The stiffness of paper varies depending on the direction of the paper grain (the fibers which make up the paper). Paper is more likely to curl parallel to the direction of its grain.

Direction of the paper grain
Long grain		Short grain

: High tendency to curl

: Low tendency to curl


For thin paper of 52 g/m2 to 63 g/m2, it is recommended that you use paper which has paper grain running parallel to the direction in which it is to be fed.

Correcting Curling

To help prevent problems caused by curling, it is necessary to ensure that curling is corrected and kept within the appropriate allowable range. The amount of curl that may cause problems depends on the paper type and weight.

How to Measure Curling

As shown in the diagrams below, place paper on a flat surface with the curls face-up and measure the amount of curling on both corners of the leading edge of the paper.

If the curl is perpendicular to the feeding direction

Curl measurement points		Side view of paper facing the feeding direction

Feeding direction		*Measure the curling amount (in mm)

If the curl is parallel to the feeding direction

Curl measurement points		Front view of paper facing the feeding direction

Feeding direction		*Measure the curling amount (in mm)

If the Paper to be Loaded into the "Multi-drawer Paper Deck-E" is Curled

If the orientation (front/back) of the paper can be changed, switch the front and back of the paper and load it.

If the orientation (front/back) of the paper cannot be changed, manually correct the curl.

If you cannot measure the curling amount, load the paper with the curl facing upward.

Acceptable curl range when the curl is perpendicular to the feeding direction

If you feed paper from the main unit

Maintaining a curl amount of 5 mm or less for both upward and downward curling is recommended, regardless of basis weight.

If you feed paper from the "POD Deck Lite-C," "POD Deck Lite XL-A," or "Multi-drawer Paper Deck-E"

For heavy paper (164 g/m2 to 350 g/m2), it is recommended that you maintain a curl amount of 5 mm or less for upward curling. Using paper with downward curling is not recommended.
For all other paper, it is recommended that you maintain a curl amount of 5 mm or less for both upward and downward curling.

If you feed paper from the multi-purpose tray

For paper lighter than 105 g/m2, it is recommended that you maintain a curl amount of 10 mm or less for both upward and downward curling.

For paper from 106 g/m2 to 163 g/m2 in weight, it is recommended that you maintain a curl amount of 10 mm or less for upward curling and 5 mm or less for downward curling.

For paper from 164 g/m2 to 350 g/m2 in weight, it is recommended that you maintain a curl amount of 5 mm or less for upward curling. Using paper with downward curling is not recommended.

Acceptable curl range when the curl is parallel to the feeding direction

If you feed paper from the main unit, "POD Deck Lite-C," "POD Deck Lite XL-A," or "Multi-drawer Paper Deck-E"

Paper that appears curled when viewed from the front of the feeding direction may cause gaps to appear between the side regulation plates inside the Paper Deck, thus causing the paper to be fed diagonally. If must use curled paper, ensure that the curling amount is kept at 5 mm or less.

For heavy paper (164 g/m2 to 350 g/m2), it is recommended that you maintain a curl amount of 5 mm or less for upward curling. Using heavy paper with downward curling is not recommended. Furthermore, using heavy paper (164 g/m2 to 350 g/m2) may still cause feeding problems, even if the paper is not curled. When using paper smaller than A4 size, it is recommended that you use paper with the paper grain parallel to the longer side. When using paper larger than B4 size, it is recommended that you use paper with the paper grain parallel to the shorter side.

For paper from 52 g/m2 to 163 g/m2 in weight, it is recommended that you maintain a curl amount of 5 mm or less for both upward and downward curling.

If you feed paper from the multi-purpose tray

For paper lighter than 105 g/m2, it is recommended that you maintain a curl amount of 10 mm or less for both upward and downward curling.

For paper from 106 g/m2 to 163 g/m2 in weight, it is recommended that you maintain a curl amount of 10 mm or less for upward curling and 5 mm or less for downward curling.

For paper from 164 g/m2 to 350 g/m2 in weight or postcards, it is not recommended that you use them if they are curled.


For heavy and small-sized paper, the difference in curl amount for both sides must be kept at 5 mm or less. : Curl amount of 1 mm : Curl amount of 7 mm

Storing Paper Printed With the Machine

Be aware of the following precautions when handling and storing paper printed using the machine.

Storing Printed Paper

Store the paper on a flat surface.

Do not store paper together with items made from PVC (polyvinyl chloride), such as clear folders. The toner may melt, causing paper to become stuck to PVC-based material.

Store paper so that it does not become folded or wrinkled. Doing so may cause the toner to come off.

If you intend to store paper for long periods (two or more years), preserve them in a binder, etc.

Long-term storage may cause paper to discolor, which in turn may cause print to appear discolored.

Do not store paper in places with high temperatures.

Precautions when sticking printouts with adhesive

Be sure to use insoluble adhesive.

Test the adhesive on an unneeded printout before using.

Before stacking printouts that stuck with adhesive, check that the adhesive completely dried.