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Regular paper causing ink bleed?

p0laire99

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Hey everyone! Got a new ribbon on my old machine, but now the ink is bleeding through the paper. I’m just using regular printer paper, could that be the problem? Should I switch to thicker stock? thanks for any suggestions!
 
I had the same issue with a new ribbon. Swapping to heavier paper helped, and I also let the ribbon sit for a few days before using it again. What kind of ribbon did you install?
 
Mine does that too! I just started using a new ribbon and noticed it’s super inky. Thicker paper helped, but I also press lighter.
 
Hey everyone! Got a new ribbon on my old machine, but now the ink is bleeding through the paper. I’m just using regular printer paper, could that be the problem? Should I switch to thicker stock? thanks for any suggestions!
Yes, the regular printer paper is the problem, try switching to a thicker stock, it will help prevent ink bleed through.
 
Yes, the regular printer paper is the problem, try switching to a thicker stock, it will help prevent ink bleed through.
Hmm, regular paper bleeding? Unusual. What kind of ribbon is being used?
 
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