The Xerox Phaser 8500 and 8550 are great options if you are looking for printing facility for an office network. They are quick in picking up data, could print pages faster and are inter operable with most networks. Moreover, the unique selling point of these printers is the use of Phaser 8500 inks, which are exceptional in their solid ink design and known for higher quality.
First and foremost it is important to know the options in phaser printers. 8500/8550 printers come in four versions which differ in quality and price. All of them (except the 8500/N) support double side document printing. Higher end models such as 8550/DX have high resolution capability, can hold large stacks of paper and can print at higher speeds. Normally lower end printers can print around 24 pages per minute, where as the higher end models can print 30 pages.
The Phaser 8650 is a similar printer that is perfect for home or small office use. It has fewer options than the 8500 and 8550 (lower resolution and slower output), but Phaser 8560 ink uses the same technology as Xerox’s more advanced options. This printer is less expensive than the 8500 series printers
As mentioned earlier, Phaser 8500 ink is what really differentiates these printers. Xerox is the only company that have invented solid ink and provides this ink for their printers, which helps them to print in a single pass. The single pass technology is useful in correcting the alignment of the four ink colors that is normally seen in traditional printers. It will also reduce the printing time, because traditional printers require many passes, each ink color requiring one pass.
Solid ink resists colour separation or layering within the cartridge. This creates consistent colour throughout the life of the Xerox 8560 toner cartridge. Solid colour also tend to be more saturated and looks brighter. These inks are also environmentally accepted.
Phaser 8500 and Phaser 8560 inks are more expensive than other printer inks. However, brokers and other discounters can save their customers up to $150 from list price for a full cartridge set, allowing offices and individuals needing to print documents to do so at reasonable cost. These discounters are avialable online and in brick-and-mortar shops.
The Xerox 8500, 8550, and 8560 Phaser printers are a first-class choice for a variety of printing requirements. The distinct Xerox toner used by the Phaser models make it a good alternative for either home or office. The solid ink toner produces high quality print output. The 8500 series printers are a cost effective printing solution.
The Xerox Phaser 8500 and 8550 printers are excellent choices for businesses looking for printers, and the Phaser 8500 Ink is a major reason why. These printers have four versions, varying in cost and performance, plus the Phaser 8650 for home and small office use. All, however, use the same ink. Xerox 8550 Toner is designed to print on a single pass to avoid misalignment errors and leave brighter colors. Phaser 8560 Ink and 8500 Ink are costly, but brokers and discounters sell it at much lower cost. The Xerox 8500 family of printers are an excellent choice for any printing you need to do for business or personal use.
- Ben Pate
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