Has anyone printed directly on a QSL using an HP LaserJet 6? Will this printer accept QSL sized stock?
Les W2LK Roger D Johnson wrote: > [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: >> Cesar and Group >> >> I use a laser printer to direct print on the QSL cards. >> >> I have used an inkjet in the past. It prints a less than desirable >> results. It will blur if it accidentally comes in contact with a >> liquid source. >> > I just did a test with my HP 712C Deskjet. I printed a QSO on the back > of a QSL card and > let it dry for a few minutes. I then ran it under a stream of water > with no effect. I rubbed the > printing with my finger and, after a few rubs, I saw a bit of ink > dissolving. The printing was > still clearly legible. Frankly, I was a bit surprised at the water > resistance of the ink. This was > with an HP cartridge. Perhaps some of the aftermarket or refilled > cartridges are not as good. > > Another point in favor of the ink jets is that they need no warm up > time as do the laser printers. > > 73, Roger >
