Epson SureColor SC-T5430M Multifunction Printer

The Epson SureColor SC-T5430M is a high-speed, 36-inch multi-function technical printer built with an integrated CIS scanner for demanding architectural, engineering, and GIS workflows.

Key Specifications

  • Printing Performance: Delivers A1 CAD prints in 22 seconds (up to 2 A1 prints per minute) using a 1.3-inch PrecisionCore TFP printhead (3,200 nozzles: 800 nozzles \times 4 channels). Supports print resolutions up to 2400 \times 1200\text{ dpi} with a minimum droplet size of 4.0 pl.
  • Scanning & Copying Capabilities:
    • Sensor & Lighting: CIS sensor equipped with RGB Filters and Dual LEDs to capture high-density areas clearly while removing fold shadows.
    • Scan Resolution & Speed: Optical resolution of 600 dpi; scan speeds up to 4.5 ips (Color) and 7.5 ips (Mono) at 200 dpi.
    • Specialized Scan Modes: Features Watercolor Rendering, Recycled Paper Correction, Tracing Paper Correction, Blue Print Scanning, and Inverted Blue Print Scanning.
    • Maximum Scan Length: Up to 30.5 meters.
    • Copy Functions: Scaling from 25% to 400% with up to 99 multi-copies.
  • Ink System: Uses Epson UltraChrome XD2 all-pigment ink (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black) for water- and smudge-resistant output.
    • Cartridge Capacities: High-yield cartridges available in 110 ml and 350 ml capacities for both Black and Colors (C, M, Y).
  • Media Handling:
    • Supports 36-inch roll media (254 mm to 914 mm width) and cut sheets (210 mm to 914 mm width).
    • Accommodates heavy rolls up to 170 mm outer diameter and 12 kg weight.
    • Media thickness handling up to 0.3 mm (roll) and 0.8 mm (cut sheet).
    • Supports borderless printing.
  • Control & Connectivity: 4.3-inch color touchscreen panel. Features Super-Speed USB 3.0, 100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Apple AirPrint, and direct USB host printing/scanning. Memory capacity is 1GB + 8GB.
  • Printer Management & Utility: Includes Epson Edge Dashboard, Accounting Tool, Nozzle Verification Technology (NVT), and anti-dust housing design.
  • Physical & Electrical: Measures 1385 \times 966 \times 1060\text{ mm} (W \times D \times H) with stand, weighing 89 kg (without ink). Operating power consumption is ~38W (13W ready, 1.3W sleep). Backed by a 3-year warranty.

Target Applications

  • High-Volume AEC & Technical Production: Fast output of blueprints, line drawings, and maps.
  • Advanced Blueprint Archiving & Editing: On-site scan-to-file, document enlargement, and direct scanning of delicate or folded media like tracing paper, blueprints, and watercolors.