Inkjets normally work on less than 100 watts. Laser printers pull from 400 to 750 watts of power. I've found that laser printers impossible to use when running an ac inverter in my vehicle to power the printer.
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The difference is an inkjet will use actual ink to print,where as a laser printer does not.
The KIP is a black and white only laser (toner) printer copier scanner, the HP is a color inkjet printer.
The original purchase price of a color laser printer is very comparable to an inkjet printer. The additional difference in price comes when you purchase the ink cartridges are the laser cartridges are higher in price.
Yes, you can print photos on a laser printer, but the quality is usually not as good as an inkjet printer. Laser printers are best for text and graphics, while inkjet printers are better for high-quality photo printing with smoother colors and finer details.
Inkjet printer cartridges use liquid ink and are ideal for high-quality photo and color printing, while laser printer cartridges use powdered toner and are better for fast, high-volume text printing. Inkjet cartridges are usually cheaper upfront but may need more frequent replacement, whereas laser cartridges last longer and are more cost-effective over time.
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-- inkjet -- laser
Laser printers are meant for offices, documents more than photos, and are generally faster than inkjet printers.
Use a laser printer or inkjet printer. Make sure to spray your decal with Krylon if you use an inkjet printer. I would suggest a water-based inkjet printer for vinyl.
If the vellum is rated for a laser printer, it shouldn't be a problem. You do NOT want to use inkjet paper in a laser printer, or vice-versa.
An ink jet printer simply prints. A color laser copier COPIES. This is the significant difference between the two.