Canon imagePROGRAF iPF700 Ink Cartridges

Canon iPF700 Printer Review

The Canon imagePROGRAF iPF700 is a wide-format inkjet printer that accepts a range of different media types and sizes to support the professional monochrome and color needs of engineers, architects and photographers. The iPF700's print head system includes two nozzle lines that will enable it to move faster across media surfaces for quick output speeds. The device also benefits from an assortment of other features that make it a good fit for offices, such as a flexible media handling, sharp and professional-looking output quality, and affordable imagePROGRAF iPF700 printer ink.

As a wide-format device, the iPF700 is unique from other office printers in its ability to handle larger maximum paper sizes other than the standard 8.5x11 inches, accepting media with a maximum width of 36 inches. The unit's media system enables it to handle either a roll feed or cut sheet paper. The iPF700 can support one roll of paper at a time with a maximum core size of 3 inches and a length of up to 59 feet. For cut sheets, the printer provides a front loading manual feed that accepts media sizes like B2, A1, B4 and legal.

While the iPF700 has a large size of 43x59x29 inches that makes it too large for desktop surfaces, it comes with a stand and wheels for more efficient storage and transportation around the office. The unit has a built-in standard USB port, but it also provides an ethernet interface that will allow multiple users to print jobs remotely from their computer. Those with computers that operate with Mac or Windows operating systems will be able to install the provided software suite, including PosterArtist that offers templates for creating professional posters.

The type of job the unit can handle ranges from a colorful poster presentation to blueprints, and it is able to print each project with detail and a crisp resolution of 2400x1200 dpi using imagePROGRAF iPF700 ink. Users can access a handful of control tools from the iPF700's front panel, which includes an LCD that displays updates on a job's progress and Canon iPF700 printer ink levels. Buttons on the panel will also allow users to perform tasks such as canceling a print job, selecting paper sources and turning the device on or off.

The device operates with 5 separate supplies, including a cyan, magenta, yellow, black and matte black Canon iPF700 ink cartridge. Since replacing each of these supplies can become expensive over time, users can lower spending by purchasing compatible Canon iPF700 ink cartridges over the pricey OEM options.

With a print head that's designed to speed up output and increase the quality of jobs, as well as easy-to-use software and network connectivity, the iPF700 can handle the needs of a busy office. This inkjet unit's wide-format design and print system also set it up to be a suitable choice for those with professional graphic and photo printing needs.