# Supply List

### Ballot Printing in Bulk (From External Printer) 

When using a third party printer, VotingWorks recommends printing ballots on paper between 28# Bond (105 GSM) - 65# Cover (177 GSM) for the best voter experience. The commonly available paper weights in this range are: 

* 28# Bond (105 GSM)
* 32# Bond (120 GSM)
* 100# Text (140 GSM) 
* 40# Bond (150 GSM) 
* 90# Index (162 GSM)
* 65# Cover (177 GSM) 

If printing ballots, in addition to the paper specifications above, be sure to do the following:

* print at 100% scale (don’t adjust)
* ensure that all ballots print properly with completely black timing marks (boxes bordering the ballot) and QR codes with no visual imperfections

### Thermal paper for Tally Reports

VotingWorks delivers a starter pack of thick custom thermal paper with every VxScan. Currently, this paper can only be ordered directly from VotingWorks for $1.50 / sheet. Use this [order form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1RtTbme5MPI_CoafPLad6-7UuNb6uQi7hSNZGagNcCb0/edit) to order more. 

Off the shelf, thinner thermal paper may also be used (please note it lacks printed directions about which side to insert face up) like this: <https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/376633-REG/Brother_LB3635_Quality_Paper_8_5x11.html>

### Marking Utensils

There is no specific recommendation for a marking utensil but it should be an ink pen that dries quickly. No markers.

### Seal & Port Blocker Requirements

The VxScan, ballot box, and VxAdmin and VxCentralScan cases should be secured with tamper evident numbered pull-tight seals like this: <https://www.cambridgeseals.com/heavy-duty-pull-tight-seal>\
or\
<https://www.mcmaster.com/21075T2-21075T213/>

VxAdmin and VxCentralScan micro SD slots should be secured with transfer tamper evident sticker seals like this: <https://www.amazon.com/Transfer-Evident-Security-Warranty-Numbers/dp/B07GPGGQ5Y/> \
\
VxAdmin and VxCentralScan laptop ports should be blocked with port blockers like this: <https://a.co/d/5zHubox>

### VxScan cleaning supplies

To clean the scanner, we recommend cloth cleaning sheets like this:\
<https://www.amazon.com/Fujitsu-Cleaning-Paper-10-Sheet/dp/B004UTSCS4>

And standard isopropyl alcohol 70%+, like this:  <https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08LQRNR65> \
\
You can also use a microfiber cloth with isopropyl alcohol for direct cleaning, like this:\
<https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0050R67U0>

### Toner Cartridges

The HP printers for the VxAdmin (if purchased) use toner cartridge 58. HP offers two sizes:

* [HP 58A](https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/pdp/hp-58a-black-original-laserjet-toner-cartridge) - regular size, prints approximately 3000 pages
* [HP 58X](https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/pdp/hp-58x-high-yield-black-original-laserjet-toner-cartridge) - high yield, prints approximately 10000 pages

### USB Drive Recommendations and Compatibility

USB drives can be ordered directly from VotingWorks via the [supply order form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1RtTbme5MPI_CoafPLad6-7UuNb6uQi7hSNZGagNcCb0/edit). [SanDisk Ultra Flair USB 3.0 Flash Drive - 64GB](https://shop.sandisk.com/products/usb-flash-drives/sandisk-ultra-flair-usb-3-0?sku=SDCZ73-064G-G46) must be used.

Larger capacity drives may be necessary when scanning large volumes (over 10,000) of ballots on VxCentralScan.

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