Epson enters low- to mid-range CAD plotter market

Source: Epson. The Epson SureColor SC-T3130.

Epson has launched the high-speed SureColor T-series large-format printers, marking its entry into the low-to-mid-range computer-aided design (CAD) plotter market.

The SureColor T-series can support applications in architecture, engineering, CAD, geographical information systems (GIS), education, for corporate, home and small offices. Offering one of the smallest footprints in its class, the wireless plotters are available as desktop or floor-standing models, and feature a new ergonomic design and compact format suitable for offices.

“The new SureColor T-series printers are designed for innovators – engineers, designers and architects, who are looking for a compact large format printer that can fit neatly into their workspace. The T-series printers build on Epson’s latest technology to deliver high quality prints, enabling users to wirelessly produce accurate and vibrant large format prints from their mobile devices directly,” said Tan May Lin, Director – Sales, Marketing and Customer Service of Epson Sales division, Epson Singapore.

The T-series are driven by Epson’s PrecisionCore MicroTFP printhead technology and Nozzle Verification technology to automatically detect and adjust nozzle condition, delivering precise detail and commercial-grade reliability. Featuring integrated wireless and Wi-Fi Direct connectivity, users can print from tablets and smartphones or use the new 4.3" colour LCD touchscreen with menu controls and navigation.

The range consists of the 36" SC-T5430 and 24" SC-T3430 printers that take 22 seconds and 25 seconds for A1 prints respectively. The entry-level SC-T5130, SC-T3130 and SC-T3130N models print A1 in 31 and 34 seconds respectively, and are positioned for small offices.

Specifically, the SC-Tx130 series come with an auto-switching function enabling the printers to swap between large format roll paper and A4/A3 size paper, without users having to touch the printer. Printouts are held in place until next printout for ease of use.

Next-generation high-capacity UltraChrome XD2 pigment inks deliver durable archival prints with brilliant colour and crisp lines on virtually any paper type.