Canon imagePROGRAF iPF 785 Large Format Colour 36” Printer

Specification for Canon iPF 785 Large Format Colour 36” Printer

The Canon imagePROGRAF iPF 785 is a high-performance large-format printer designed for technical and CAD drawings, as well as poster and graphic printing. Its precision, speed, and functionality make it suitable for businesses requiring high-quality large-scale prints.

General Features:

• Printing Technology: Inkjet printing (Canon Bubblejet on Demand)
• Media Size: Supports up to 36 inches wide
• Target Use: CAD, GIS, poster printing, and general large-format applications
• Display: Large LCD control panel with intuitive navigation

Performance:

• Maximum Resolution: 2400 x 1200 dpi for high-quality output
• Print Speed:
  • A1 (23.4” x 33.1”) size: Approximately 21 seconds in Economy mode
  • A0 (33.1” x 46.8”) size: Approximately 41 seconds in Economy mode
• Print Head: 6-channel PF-04 print head with 15,360 nozzles (2,560 nozzles per color)
• Ink Type: 5-color reactive dye/pigment ink system (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, and Matte Black)

Media Handling:

• Media Types Supported:
  • Bond Paper, Coated Paper, Glossy Paper, Semi-Glossy Paper, Matte Film, CAD Tracing Paper
• Media Roll Widths: 8” to 36”
• Media Thickness: 0.07mm to 0.8mm
• Roll Feed and Manual Feed: Supports automatic roll paper and manual sheet loading
• Cutter: Built-in rotary blade for precise trimming

Ink System:

• Ink Tank Capacity:
  • Starter ink: 90 ml
  • Replaceable ink tanks: 130 ml or 300 ml (user-selectable)
• Ink Replacement: Hot-swap capability allows ink tank changes without stopping the printer

Connectivity:

• Interfaces:
  • USB 2.0 High-Speed
  • 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet (wired LAN)
• Supported OS:
  • Windows 7/8/10
  • macOS (specific versions supported via driver updates)
• Direct Print & Share: Cloud-based integration for easy sharing and remote printing

Software and Features:

• Bundled Software:
  • Canon PosterArtist Lite
  • Print Plug-ins for AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Economy Printing Mode: Reduces ink consumption while maintaining legibility and precision
• Accounting Manager: Tracks print job costs and ink/media usage

Physical Specifications:

• Dimensions:
  • (W x D x H) 1,304mm x 887mm x 1,062mm (including stand and basket)
• Weight: Approximately 70 kg (without media or ink tanks)
• Power Consumption:
  • Operation: 140W or less
  • Standby: 5W or less

Environmental Considerations:

• Operating Environment:
  • Temperature: 15–30°C
  • Humidity: 10–80% RH (non-condensing)
• Energy Star Certified: Yes