Epson Adds New Large Format Printers To Its Professional Range – Introducing The Surecolor SC-T3405, T3405N And SC-T5405
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Ideal for professionals looking for reliability and cost saving with high-quality precision printing in-house
April 27, 2020 –Epson has added three new professional printers to its LFP technical printer range: the SureColor SC-T3405 and the SC-T3405N, both 24-inch (A1) printers, one for a desktop and the other with a stand; and the SureColor SC-T5405, a new 36-inch (A0) floor-standing printer.
The new models extend Epson’s range of technical printers for professional service providers and are ideal for printing high quality CAD designs, architectural or engineering technical drawings, general office documents, high-visibility posters for events’ organisers or Point-of-Purchase (POP) signage for retailers.
Bradley Venn, product manager, professional graphics, Epson Europe, explains: “If you’re an engineer or architect, or work with topography plans, city management or territory scale studies, and need to print accurately, reliably and in fine detail then these printers are designed precisely to meet your needs.
“The new printers are also perfect for producing high quality posters, whether for schools, for retailers’ in-store signage or for high visibility colourful posters advertising events.”
Building on Epson’s PrecisionCore printhead technology to deliver class-leading print performance, the new stylish printers allow users to print wirelessly from tablets and smartphones and also from other printers. Offering improved and lower total cost of ownership (TCO), the printers will fit seamlessly into busy professional working environments and are designed to protect prints from harmful dust and dirt.
Further enhancements introduced to increase productivity include high capacity ink cartridges (110ml,350ml and NEW 700ml) and 4 colour PIGMENT UltraChrome XD2 inks that are smudge and water-resistant.
Features for the SureColor SC-T3405 and SC-T5405 include:
Ease of use -Even when away from the desktop, a suite of intuitive apps and user-friendly features make for hassle-free printing.
Workflow -Integrates seamlessly into your existing workflow and Epson fleet
Borderless print -Full-bleed, borderless printing available when selected (roll media only)
Reliability -Even occasional users can expect consistent print quality. Unique Nozzle Verification Technology (NVT) helps prevent misprints by constantly monitoring for any blockages
NEW POP Drat mode –print A1 in as little as 24 seconds
NEW 700ml Ink cartridges -to support with larger print jobs
4 Colour Pigment inks -All prints are smudge and water-resistant. Get deep blacks and crisp, dense lines.
Paper core -2” and 3” core.
Productivity –Supports rolls of up to a maximum diameter of 170mm.
4.3” touch screen -Easy to use, even when away from your desktop.
Quick and Easy –Set up, start up and print speed
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