TECHNICAL DATA / WIDE-FORMAT INKJET MEDIA
March 2008 • E2635
KODAK Premium Rapid-Dry
Photographic Papers / 260g
KODAK Premium Rapid-Dry Photographic Glossy Paper / 260g
KODAK Premium Rapid-Dry Photographic Lustre Paper / 260g
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Premium Rapid-Dry Photographic Paper / 260g offers the ideal weight, thickness and finish for high quality photographic
reproductions. With superb color image quality, guaranteed performance for longevity, universal compatibility with piezo
and pigment systems, and the power of the KODAK brand behind it, this media is ready made for the professional
photographer.
• Bright clean, low DMIN provides excellent whites, highlight detail and contrast
• Performance Guaranteed up to 150 years indoors
• Lustre surface identical to KODAK range of photographic paper E surface, such as ENDURA, to match prints
• Lustre surface provides superb uniformity of gloss from highlights to shadows
COMPATIBILITY
When used with the following printers and inks, KODAK Premium Rapid-Dry Photographic Papers are recommended for
all applications if laminated/overcoated. Recommendations will provide optimal output when using printing paths
commonly associated with each printer. These settings are intended as starting points—other combinations of settings
may also provide good results. See "Printing Notes" for more information. "Yes" in the Laminate Recommendation column
indicates that this media is likely to have good adhesion with laminates in that class.
For compatibility information for all KODAK Wide-Format Inkjet Media, refer to the Inkjet Media Compatibility Chart at
Ink Compatibility
Laminate Recommendation (See Finishing Section)
Heat
Heat Activated
Low
Temperature*
185-195°F
(85-91°C)
Pressure
Heat
Activated
Thermal* 210-
240°F
Sensitive†
Ambient to
120°F
Manufacturer
Model
Print Driver
Media Setting
Assisted
185-195°F
(85-91°C)
Ink
(99-116°C)
(49°C)
HEWLETT-
PACKARD
DESIGNJET
2000/2500/
2800/3000/
3500/3800 CP
See Printing
Notes
Dye‡
UV
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
HEWLETT-
PACKARD
DESIGNJET
2000/2500/
2800/3000/
3500/3800 CP
See Printing
Notes
HEWLETT-
PACKARD
DESIGNJET
Productivity
Photo Gloss
5000 Series
Dye‡
UVG
HEWLETT-
PACKARD
DESIGNJET
Productivity
Photo Gloss
5000 Series
Z Series
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
HEWLETT-
PACKARD
DESIGNJET
HP Premium
Instant-Dry
Photo Gloss
VIVERA
Pigments
ENCAD
NOVAJET
600/700
Series
GS‡, GS+‡ ,
GX‡
See Printing
Notes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
ENCAD
NOVAJET
See Printing
Notes
800 Series
GS+‡, GX‡
Qi Dye‡
ENCAD
NOVAJET/
KODAK
ENCAD
NOVAJET/
KODAK
See Printing
Notes; Printer
Heater Setting: 2
See Printing
Notes; Printer
Heater Setting: 2
1000i/
1200i
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
1000i/
1200i
Qi
PigmentG
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Custom Profiles
PRINTING NOTES
While the above printing recommendations and
available profiles from KODAK will provide adequate
results for many wide-format inkjet applications, there
are applications, such as inkjet proofing, which demand
more exacting color requirements. It is suggested that
for these applications, custom profiles be built for given
ink/media/printer combinations. Many color
management and profile building software applications
are available which allow the user to manage color to
meet their needs. Also, many RIPs will provide color
profiling options which allow the user to control the
color of their output. Please contact your dealer or
KODAK technical support for help determining the best
solution for your application.
The print driver media settings recommended in the
Compatibility section are intended to provide usable
results with available media profiles found in the printer
manufacturer’s provided drivers and RIPs. These
recommendations will provide proper ink laydowns with
no pooling or bleeding, and color which will be
acceptable for many applications. It is suggested that
tests be run using these recommendations and color
corrections be made to meet user expectations.
In cases where no recommendation is made,
choose the media setting closest to the KODAK
Wide-Format Inkjet Media you are using. This should
give you a print which requires little or no adjustment
to get usable results.
KODAK does not recommend using Premium Rapid-
Dry Photographic Paper with the HP PHOTOSMART
PRO B9180 Printer.
Matte Black Inks
Matte Black inks, intended to be used with coated and
fine art papers, are not compatible with porous
photographic papers, never drying and easily smudged
from the paper's surface. Check with your printer and
ink manufacturer for complete details on the proper
usage of this type of ink.
RIPs and Profiles for ENCAD and Other Printers
For more exacting color, several third party RIPs (Raster
Image Processors) are available with profiles supporting
KODAK media for ENCAD, KODAK and other printers.
For more information visit KODAK's website at
Following is a list of RIPs for which ENCAD/KODAK
printer support and KODAK-built media profiles are
available:
ENCAD/KODAK
Support/ index.asp
COLORGATE
PHOTO RIP
products_e.html
ONYX GRAPHICS
SCANVEC AMIABLE
In addition to the above list, the following software
companies provide RIPs and profiles that support
ENCAD/KODAK printers:
BEST GMBH
AIT
RIP.htm
INTERNATIONAL
IMAGE
TECHNOLOGIES
GLOBAL GRAPHICS
COLORBURST
SYSTEMS
WASATCH
COMPUTER
TECHNOLOGY, INC.
CADLINK
TECHNOLOGY
JET RIP
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KODAK Premium Rapid-Dry Photographic Papers / 260g
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recommendations.
HANDLING
All inkjet media must be handled with care before and
after printing to prevent damage to the ink receiving
layer and printed images. Use the following guidelines,
your experience, and common sense for the proper care
of your media.
During finishing:
• Reverse wind media, when completely dry, to
counteract roll memory.
• Do not allow media to remain rolled for extended
periods of time.
• Rough cut prints and lay them flat before laminating.
• Store unused media in its original packaging, using
the core-plugs and plastic sleeves.
• Allow media to acclimate to your environmental
conditions for at least 24 hours before use.
• KODAK inkjet media is rolled printable side out.
Avoid touching the printable side by handling by the
edges of the roll.
• Wear cotton gloves when handling media to avoid
scratches, abrasions and fingerprints from moisture
and oils on your hands.
• Do not allow the media to come into contact with
moisture. Moisture will damage many types of inkjet
medias before and after printing.
• Avoid handling, trimming, laminating or other
finishing until prints are completely dry. Dry times
will vary based on media type, ink type and
environmental conditions.
• Do not fold, bend or crease media or damage may
occur to the ink receiving layer.
• Do not allow the surface of the media to come into
contact with itself or another inkjet media.
• Use media only in recommended operating
conditions—see "Physical Characteristics" section.
Curl
Most types of roll-based inkjet media will exhibit some
amount of curl, either toward the base side or toward
the print side. This will vary based on media type and
environmental conditions. Some media will curl more in
low humidity environments and others in high humidity
environments. Also, media may curl more towards the
core or end of the roll due to "roll memory."
Although curl is mainly an issue when printing, it can
also have an impact on laminating and other finishing
procedures. Follow these guidelines, and use your
experience and common sense to avoid issues caused
by curl.
When printing:
• Advance media several inches past the print platen
before starting a print job.
• Add weights or clips to the leading edge of the
media.
• Attach media to the printer’s take-up spool before
starting printing.
• Adjust vacuum settings accordingly on printers
equipped with variable media vacuum settings.
• Adjust heater and dryer settings on equipped printers
to obtain optimum conditions to ensure flat media.
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FINISHING
DISPLAY
KODAK inkjet media is intended for display in typical
home, office, and retail environments. Unusual
conditions, such as extreme temperatures or humidity,
may affect the expected lifetime of the displayed print.
KODAK is unable to test all possible environments, so it
is recommended to test display conditions when
possible to be sure that the media meets the necessary
requirements
Detailed information and tips can be found in KODAK
publication E-2600, Laminating, Mounting, and Finishing
KODAK Wide-Format Inkjet Media.
Lamination
Please refer to lamination chart in compatibility
sections above for specific printer/ink/laminate
recommendations.
Lamination Definitions
Heat Activated
Thermal, 210-240°F
(99-116°C)*
Polyester laminates applied with hot roll
laminators at 210-240°F.
Heat Activated Low
Temperature, 185-
195°F (85-91°C)*
Polyester laminates applied with hot roll
laminators at 185-195°F.
Heat Assisted, 185-
195°F (85-91°C)
Polyester or vinyl laminates with pressure
sensitive adhesives; specially formulated
for inkjet prints, and applied with hot roll
laminators at 185-195°F.
Pressure Sensitive,
Ambient to 120°F
(49°C)
Polyester or vinyl laminates with pressure
sensitive adhesives on a release liner,
applied at ambient conditions or at low
temperature, 100-120°F.
* For both Heat Activated Thermal and Low Temperature, use a laminate
with a total thickness (polyester and adhesive) of 3 mils or less on the face
side. Thicker laminates may be applied to the back of the print for
increased total thickness.
Prints must be laminated prior to display to ensure
optimum performance and guard against dye fade due
to environmental pollutants.
Successful lamination requires that inkjet media be
completely dry to ensure good adhesion and to avoid
unwanted color shifts. While prints may feel dry to the
touch, components of the ink that prevent good
adhesion or may cause the color to change may still be
present. The best drying is achieved while prints are
exposed to air, not stacked or on a roll. For best results,
use inkjet-specific laminate products.
For increased durability, choose a laminate with UV
protection and encapsulate with a 1/4-1/2” (6.5-13 mm)
seal around the edges of a print to prevent moisture and
other airborne pollutants from reaching the image.
Heavier weight papers may require a wider edge seal.
Mounting
Prints can be mounted, laminated or not, to a variety of
materials, including poster board, foam board, SINTRA,
LEXAN and more. Use inkjet-specific adhesive materials
and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
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PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE
KODAK will guarantee prints from compatible systems against noticeable fading, cracking, yellowing, and bleeding when
the print is viewed from its intended viewing distance.
The Indoor Performance Guarantee durations will vary based on the media/printer/ink system. The stated durations
assume the media is displayed indoors under fluorescent light (average intensity 450-lux, 12 hours/day), and/or with
indirect sunlight exposure (at least 6 feet from a window, with no direct sunlight). The guarantee covers both laminated
or unlaminated prints as noted in the table below. The unlaminated guarantee assumes the media will be displayed in a
typical office environment and will not be exposed to a high level of pollutants (above a typical ozone level for an office
environment).
Terms, conditions and additional information about the Performance Guarantee can be found at:
Manufacturer
Model
Ink
Durability
6 Color Dye
2 years laminated
5000 Series
32 years
150 years laminated
6 Color UV
4 Color Dye
4 Color UV
3 years laminated
HEWLETT-PACKARD
DESIGNJET
2xxx/3xxx
32 years
150 years laminated
50 years
150 years laminated
40 years
150 years laminated
Z2100/Z6100
Z3100
8 Color VIVERA Pigments
12 Color VIVERA Pigments
4/8 Color GS+
4/8 Color GX
Qi Dye
6 months laminated
2.5 years laminated
5 years laminated
ENCAD NOVAJET
800, 700, 600, 500 Series
ENCAD NOVAJET/
KODAK
1000i/
1200i
35 years
150 years laminated
Qi Pigment
7000/9000
6 Color Dye
1 year laminated
1 year laminated
7600/9600/10000/10600
6 Color Photographic Dye
35 years
150 years laminated
9500
6 Color Pigment
35 years
150 years laminated
10000/10600
6 Color ARCHIVAL Pigment
6 Color ULTRACHROME
8 Color ULTRACHROME K3
8 Color ULTRACHROME K3
8 Color ULTRACHROME K3
EPSON STYLUS PRO
35 years
150 years laminated
4000/7600/9600/10600
3800/4800/7800/9800
7880/9880/11880
35 years
150 years laminated
Testing In Progress
35 years
150 years laminated
R2400
R1800
EPSON STYLUS PHOTO
8 Color ULTRACHROME
Hi-Gloss
35 Years Unlaminated
7250D/7200D/8200D/8400D
6200Pg/8200Pg
6 Color Dye
3 years laminated
6 Color Pigment
6 Color Pigment
150 years laminated
CANON
20 years
150 years laminated
6400Pg/8400Pg
35 Years
150 years laminated
iPF5000/iPF8000/iPF9000
12 Color LUCIA Pigments
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Additional Durability Information
The following table can be used as a guide for printers and inks not included in the Performance Guarantee.
Durability Guidelines for Printers Not Included in Performance Guarantee
If Using
Expect Durability Similar To:
ENCAD GX
COLORSPAN EC
ROLAND Dye
EPSON 9000 Dye
ROLAND Pigment
EPSON 9500 Pigment
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ORDERING INFORMATION
KODAK Premium Rapid-Dry Photographic Glossy Paper ⁄ 260g
Roll Width / Order No.
17 in.
(43.2 cm)
3-inch core
24 in.
(61 cm)
2-inch core
36 in.
(91.4 cm)
2-inch core
42 in.
(106.7 cm)
2-inch core
50 in.
(127 cm)
2-inch core
60 in.
(152.4 cm)
2-inch core
Roll Length
100 ft
(30.5 m)
1714344
NA
1539832
8989212
NA
8407991
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
16.4 ft (5 m)
(sample)
8900789
Sheet Size / Order No.
8.5 x 11 in. 13 x 19 in.
(216 x 279 mm) (330 x 483 mm)
50 Sheets
20 Sheets
8720088
1216274
KODAK Premium Rapid-Dry Photographic Lustre Paper ⁄ 260g
Roll Width / Order No.
17 in.
(43.2 cm)
3-inch core
24 in.
(61 cm)
2-inch core
36 in.
(91.4 cm)
2-inch core
42 in.
(106.7 cm)
2-inchcore
50 in.
(127 cm)
2-inch core
60 in.
(152.4 cm)
2-inch core
Roll Length
100 ft
(30.5 m)
8701518
NA
8512899
1604123
8201402
NA
8929515
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
16.4 ft (5 m)
(sample)
Sheet Size / Order No.
8.5 x 11 in. 13 x 19 in.
(216 x 279 mm) (330 x 483 mm)
50 Sheets
20 Sheets
8465742
1598689
NA = Not available
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PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Physical
Glossy / 260 g
Characteristics
Lustre / 260 g
Test Method Reference
Caliper
9 mil (229µm)
ISO 534
Tappi T 524
Tappi T 524
ISO 536
Opacity
>95
122
CIE Whiteness
Weight
260 g/sm
101
Brightness
Tappi T 524
ISO 7668
60-degree Gloss
L*(D65/10 uvi/BBW)
60
25
96
Tappi T 524
Flame Spread
Classification
Class A
ASTM E84
59-86°F (15-30°C), 30-70% RH (non-
condensing)
Operating Conditions
Recommended Storage
Conditions
68°F (20°C), 50% RH
Family of KODAK Photo and Fine Art Media
KODAK Premium Rapid-Dry Photographic Glossy Paper, 260g
KODAK Premium Rapid-Dry Photographic Lustre Paper, 260g
KODAK Fine Art Smooth Paper / M315DP
KODAK Fine Art Textured Paper / M315DP
KODAK Fine Art Fibre Satin Paper / SM285DP
KODAK Fine Art Fibre Glossy Paper / GL285DP
KODAK Fine Art Coated Matte Paper / M200P
KODAK Artists' Semigloss Canvas / 20mil
KODAK Matte Canvas / 19mil
contact KODAK Technical Support at 1-888-436-2347.
The contents of this publication are subject to change without notice.
EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY • ROCHESTER, NY 14650
KODAK Premium Rapid-Dry
Photographic Papers / 260g
KODAK Publication No. E2635
KODAK is a trademark of the Eastman Kodak Company
March, 2008
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