Lexmark 1500-Sheet High-Capacity Tray

The Lexmark 1500-Sheet High-Capacity Tray is a purpose-built input option designed to streamline high-volume printing and keep your workflow moving at peak speed. Built to integrate with Lexmark printers that support modular tray configurations, this side-mounted tray offers a substantial boost to capacity while preserving a clean, professional workspace. With room for up to 1500 sheets of standard 20 lb paper and compatibility with a wide media range, it’s an ideal upgrade for offices that routinely print large batches of invoices, statements, reports, or marketing collateral. By minimizing the need for frequent replenishment, this tray helps your team stay focused on core tasks rather than interrupting print jobs to reload paper. For businesses aiming to optimize efficiency without sacrificing print quality, the Lexmark 1500-Sheet High-Capacity Tray delivers reliability, versatility, and a scalable solution that grows alongside your printing needs. Its side placement keeps your workstation uncluttered, while robust sensing ensures you’re always informed about paper levels, enabling proactive replenishment and smoother print queues. When paired with the right companion trays, such as a 550-Sheet Tray and either a 2x550-Sheet Tray or a 2000-Sheet Tandem Tray, this high-capacity option becomes a core component of a resilient, high-output printing ecosystem. In short, this tray is about fewer interruptions, faster turnaround times, and consistent results across a range of media, making it a smart investment for busy offices that demand dependable performance from their print infrastructure.

• Maximized capacity for high-volume workflows: up to 1500 sheets of standard 20 lb paper, dramatically reducing the need for frequent refills during long print runs.
• Versatile media support: handles a wide range of paper weights from 60 to 300 gsm, enabling everything from everyday reports to heavier stock and specialty media.
• Side-mounted design: installs on the printer’s side to save desk space while preserving a clean, professional workstation appearance and easy access for loading.
• Compatibility and expansion: designed to be used with a 550-Sheet Tray and either the 2x550-Sheet Tray or the 2000-Sheet Tandem Tray, providing flexible scaling as your printing needs grow.
• Smart sensing: detects when paper is low or out, delivering timely alerts to minimize downtime and keep print jobs on track.

Technical Details of Lexmark 1500-Sheet High-Capacity Tray

• Capacity: Up to 1500 sheets of 20 lb paper (75 g/m2); supports media in the 60-300 gsm range.
• Media handling: Designed to accommodate a broad spectrum of office paper weights, from standard to heavier stock within the specified GSM range.
• Compatibility/Requirements: Must be used with a 550-Sheet Tray and either the 2x550-Sheet Tray or the 2000-Sheet Tandem Tray to enable full system capacity.
• Location: Side-mounted installation on supported Lexmark printers for convenient access and optimal space utilization.
• Sensing: Integrated paper presence sensing to notify users when replenishment is needed, reducing the risk of mid-run paper shortages.

How to install Lexmark 1500-Sheet High-Capacity Tray

• Verify printer compatibility: Confirm that your Lexmark printer supports the 550-Sheet Tray and either the 2x550-Sheet Tray or the 2000-Sheet Tandem Tray, as this high-capacity tray is designed to work with those configurations.
• Prepare the printer: Power down the printer and unplug it from the power source to ensure a safe, static-free installation.
• Position the tray: Align the high-capacity tray with the printer’s side-mounting area, ensuring the connectors and guides align with the corresponding slots on the device.
• Attach and secure: Slide the tray into place until it sits firmly against the printer body, then engage any locking latches or supports as directed by your model’s user manual.
• Load paper and calibrate: Open the tray and load paper within the 60-300 gsm range, adjusting the side guides to fit snugly against the stack without bending the sheets. Close the tray and power on the printer.
• Configure in printer settings: Access the printer’s control panel and enable the new high-capacity tray as an active paper source. If required, run a feed test to confirm proper alignment and ensure the printer recognizes the tray.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is the capacity of the Lexmark 1500-Sheet High-Capacity Tray? A: It can hold up to 1500 sheets of standard 20 lb paper (75 g/m2) and supports media ranging from 60 to 300 gsm, enabling a wide variety of printing needs.
• Q: Which other trays are required for full system compatibility? A: This tray is designed to be used with a 550-Sheet Tray and either the 2x550-Sheet Tray or the 2000-Sheet Tandem Tray to maximize overall capacity.
• Q: Where is the tray installed? A: The tray is side-mounted on the printer, allowing convenient loading while keeping desktop space clear.
• Q: Does the tray have paper-sensing capabilities? A: Yes. The tray includes sensing that detects when paper is low or out, helping you plan replenishment and avoid print delays.
• Q: What types of documents is this tray best suited for? A: It is ideal for high-volume business documents such as invoices, statements, reports, order forms, and marketing collateral, especially when long print runs are common.
• Q: Do I need special configuration after installation? A: After installation, configure the tray in the printer’s settings so it’s recognized as an active paper source and set the appropriate default tray for specific jobs if needed.