Is your printer suffering from a silent enemy that you can’t see? Are there mysterious problems with your prints or jams that have remained undiagnosed? If so, it could be caused by maxing out humidity levels in the environment. High humidity affects your printer in many ways, and if left unchecked, the damage can be costly and time consuming to repair. In this blog post, we’ll explore how to identify high humidity levels in your environment and how to fight back with a humidifier or dehumidifier.
Use a Humidifier or Dehumidifier
High humidity levels can cause serious problems for your printer, ranging from jams and poor print quality to expensive repairs. To combat this invisible enemy, you’ll need to use a humidifier or dehumidifier in order to maintain proper humidity levels. A humidifier adds moisture into the air while a dehumidifier removes excess moisture. Both types of machines provide adjustable settings so that you can find the ideal balance for your specific environment and needs. By managing the amount of moisture in the air, you’ll be able to protect your printer from potential damage caused by high humidity levels.
Selecting Paper
When humidity levels are high, selecting the right paper for your printer is critical. High humidity can cause printing issues such as smudging and warping, so it’s important to choose a paper that is resistant to moisture damage. Coated papers are often the best choice in these situations because they provide a protective layer between the ink and the environment. Additionally, thicker papers tend to be more resistant to warping due to moisture than thinner ones. By taking into account both the type of paper and its thickness when choosing what you’ll print on, you can help ensure that your prints will come out looking great even in humid conditions.
Humidity levels that exceed their optimal range can wreak havoc on your printer. Prints may appear blurry or speckled, resulting from moisture condensing on the optics of the printing device. Worse still, humidity can cause paper jams and ink cartridges to become clogged, leading to costly repairs or outright replacement of parts.
High humidity levels can cause serious problems for your printer, but with the right strategies and tools in place you can protect it from damage. Investing in a humidifier or dehumidifier to maintain optimal humidity levels is essential, as well as selecting paper that is resistant to moisture damage. Don’t let high humidity be an invisible enemy of your printer – take action today by following these tips so you don’t end up spending money on costly repairs down the line! If you need to place a service call, have your Equipment ID ready (located on the BME sticker on the front of your device) and call our office at 315-574-8200 OR email our dispatcher at service@bmecompany.com for a prompt response.