Laser Printer Recommendations

I know I'm pushing the RICOH here, but check out the link below....

I have three of these RICOH Aficio All in one color laser multifunction devices. 1 sitting right next to me here at home, 1 at my office, and one in our Middle School Principals office. You can't beet them for the money. If you want to order through CDW, LMK... Best friend's with one of their local sales reps!


http://www.cdwg.com/shop/products/default.aspx?EDC=949670

Duty cycles are intended for the high-side, as far as I know. Laser's are opposite inkjets -- as long as they're not stored in a humid or hot environment (the attic) since they use powder instead of liquid they will not dry up when not in use.

One of the qualities of laser vs. inkjet.

awdj said:

Duty cycles are intended for the high-side, as far as I know. Laser's are opposite inkjets -- as long as they're not stored in a humid or hot environment (the attic) since they use powder instead of liquid they will not dry up when not in use.

One of the qualities of laser vs. inkjet.

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Lasers do have some aging effects. The rollers do dry out, the fuser lamp will be stressed when turned on after not being used for a long time, and the corona wire gets dusty. You'll also find that the Cartridges can become scratched by dust if not cleaned by the corona wire and brushes every once in a while.....

It's no where near as bad as ink jet (btw, did you know ink jet cartridges have a programed expiration date on the chip?)... But it's much more of an investment - you SHOULD be using it to expand your business.

Is there a Laser..

...that prints good quality color, as in pictures yet?

Tyrone Blue said:

...that prints good quality color, as in pictures yet?

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I've actually framed a few 8x10's from the HP LJ 2600N... behind the glass it looks great. Close inspection, nothing really beats inkjet... but I hate inkjet. I will never own another.

Color laser has come a long way. If nothing else, stop by your local officemax -- they've usually got demo prints.

Tyrone Blue said:

...that prints good quality color, as in pictures yet?

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You can purchase glossy paper for a laser printer, and if printed at a good resolution and framed, you will be hard pressed to notice much of a difference. We do it all the time at work. You have to make sure though that it is "High Gloss Laser Printer Paper", otherwise the toner will not adhere correctly to the paper and you'll have a mess on your hands.