What is the difference between an ink film, an inkjet and a laser fax?
· The ink film fax boasts quiet operation and high quality plain paper printing. Manufacturing costs are relatively low due to the simple design. However, because it’s one-strike ink film keeps a negative record of faxes, this type of fax is inappropriate for applications where security is a concern. Running costs are high because the thermal print heads are expensive and wear out. Print quality can vary because of poor head-to-film contact and smearing. · The inkjet fax is compact, easy to use, quiet, boasts high resolution, reasonable running costs and easy maintenance. Manufacturing costs are low and is capable of colour incorporation. However, inkjet faxes are prone to slow printing, variable print quality and nozzle clogging problems. · Laser faxes offer superb high-quality, high-speed printing on a wide range of paper. Their high performance, make the suitable for service as copiers as well. However, laser faxes are bulky and expensive to produce. The use of many consumables, a l
