I use the variable temperature Tamerica LP-120 and it does a fine job tranferring the HP toners at 160 deg. C. I turn it on for about 10 min before use so that the rollers come to temperature equilibrium. The only adjustment that might be necessary is the roller pressure which can be done by opening the case and relaxing the pressure with two spring screw adjustments.
To further confuse the issue of GBC laminators, here is a very nice walkthrough for increasing the temperature of the European version (and I suspect the US version, also) of the Creative model:
http://ultrakeet.com.au/index.php?id=article&name=superfuserand the US Personal version,
http://ultrakeet.com.au/index.php?id=article&name=fritzHackThe pictures show that the temperature control innards of these two laminators are completely different.
Baxter
--- In Homebrew_PCBs@yahoogroups.com, "acidblue" <sunblaster5@...> wrote:
>
> I see a lot of the "Creative" 170860 model laminators for sale
> on the web.
> But not the "Personal" model, don't know the model # maybe someone else
> does.
> Mouser use to carry them but they're out.
> http://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/GBC-PERSONAL-LAMINATOR-50-1301/?qs=KM10vAbi7Ng2vm0SVCREcQ%3d%3d
>
> My understanding is the "Creative" model aren't so great for toner transfer.
> Cause they lack dual heat control, no switch on the side.
>
> What the hell happened to the "Personal" model?
> Doesn't anybody sell them anymore?
>
> Was thinking of getting an Tamerica LP-120 if I can get one less than $50. but so far no dice.
>