5 Interesting Facts About Laser Printers

5 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT LASER PRINTERS In 1985 IBM created the first ever commercial laser printer. Called the IBM 3800, it was capable of printing 180 sheets per minute and was worth $17,000 1 In order to fuse toner to paper, laser printer fusers heat up to nearly 400 degrees Fahrenheit. However, the paper moves so fast that it cannot burn. Laser printers are generally considered to be more accurate than inkjet printers. Color laser printers can provide photorealistic prints at 2400DPI. 3 Each laser printer cartridge represents nearly one gallon of oil. This oil was used in the process of plastic creation and transportation of the cartridge to its destination. Most parts in a laser printer cartridge are reusable or recyclable. 4 The initial cost of a laser printer is higher than an inkjet printer, but the cost of toner cartridges and paper is lower. 5 Infographic created by The CSL Group - www.thecslgroup.com SOURCE : http://www.technize.info/10-unusual-facts-about-laser- printers/