M = Modular!
The Canon Colorado M Series allows printers to choose a level or production or options which best fit their needs. The machine itself is the same across all of the options, and the unit can be upgraded in the field in order to add features or options to improve their output. The M3 is a slower model and the M5 allows for more production speeds. White is available on both platforms and can be added at any time. Pricing and promotions change all the time, so please contact us for more information if the Colorado appears to be a great fit for your shop!
The Flexible Choice
Powered by Canon UVgel Technology
Colorado series of roll-to-roll printers have been fine-tuned to fit your business needs. Print Service Providers (PSPs) now have a clear choice that will deliver real production efficiency while lowering operating costs and increasing profits. Featuring FLXfinish+ matte/gloss finish, dual-roll drawer, and double-sided printing – the choice is yours!
The newest member of the family, the Colorado M-series, boasts a modular platform, suited for those who are looking for a scalable solution with options to upgrade later as your business needs change.
White ink Without Worry
Developed for the Colorado M-series, our UVgel ink set now reduces many of the hassles associated with white ink. The key is in the inks unique UVgel formula. The unique UVgel formula significantly reduces clogged heads common in evaporative technologies and keeps the pigments suspended in the ink longer. These properties mean there is no need to remove and store heads, nor shake ink bags before printing. Our highly productive UVgel white ink works as any other color and uses 50-70% less ink in the process. It has the flexibility that you expect for all your white applications and creates smooth layers –even up to five layers thick.
FLXfinish+: One Click, Two Finishes, One Print
FLXfinish+ is a revolutionary NEW technology for Canon Colorado printers that allows PSPs to command a premium price for their prints, while not incurring additional costs. Print gloss AND matte on the same print without a varnish or additional consumables.
Command Premium Prices On:
- Wallcoverings
- Labels
- Packaging
- Posters
- Vehicle Graphics
The Colorado printer series can print matte AND gloss on one print in one pass because of the unique and award-winning UVgel 460 inks. With this ink, the only difference between the matte and the gloss finish is when the UVgel inks are cured. There is nothing like our NEW technology on the market! Start implementing FLXfinish+ and easily create beautiful striking output to make your business unique!
Some of the best SHORT videos about the Colorado:
- Colorado Overview
- Ink Durability
- FlxFinish Technology
- Bulk-roll infeed + XY Cutter takeup (WallPaper Factory)
Technical Specifications
Main Unit Specs | ||
Colorado M3 | Colorado M5 | |
Printing | ||
Printing Method | UVgel piezoelectric inkjet | UVgel piezoelectric inkjet |
Printing Modes: Gloss | High Key: 1,195 ft2/hr Express: 840 ft2/hr Speed: 592 ft2/hr Production: 420 ft2/hr High Quality: 312 ft2/hr Premium: 237 ft2/hr Specialty: 215 ft2/hr |
High Key: 1,709 ft2/hr Express: 1,229 ft2/hr Speed: 861 ft2/hr Production: 610 ft2/hr High Quality: 427 ft2/hr Premium: 290 ft2/hr Specialty: 222 ft2/hr |
Printing Modes: Matte** | Express: 388 ft2/hr Speed: 291 ft2/hr Production: 237 ft2/hr High Quality: 194 ft2/hr Specialty: 140 ft2/hr Backlit: 194 ft2/hr Backlit Density: 108 ft2/hr |
Express: 495 ft2/hr Speed: 409 ft2/hr Production: 333 ft2/hr High Quality: 290 ft2/hr Specialty: 215 ft2/hr Backlit: 215 ft2/hr Backlit Density: 108 ft2/hr |
Printing Modes: Mixed Matte/Gloss** |
FLXfinish+: 75 ft2/hr | FLXfinish+: 75 ft2/hr |
Printing Modes: Spot White 1 Layer** |
Express: 291 ft2/hr Speed: 237 ft2/hr Production: 194 ft2/hr High Quality: 140 ft2/hr Specialty: 129 ft2/hr |
Express: 388 ft2/hr Speed: 323 ft2/hr Production: 258 ft2/hr High Quality: 194 ft2/hr Specialty: 129 ft2/hr |
Printing Modes: White Underflood/Overflood 2 Layers* |
Speed: 215 ft2/hr Production: 151 ft2/hr High Quality: 108 ft2/hr Specialty: 75 ft2/hr |
Speed: 215 ft2/hr Production: 151 ft2/hr High Quality: 108 ft2/hr Specialty: 75 ft2/hr |
Printing Modes: White 3 Layers** |
High Quality: 75 ft2/hr Specialty: 54 ft2/hr |
High Quality: 75 ft2/hr Specialty: 54 ft2/hr |
Printing Modes: White 5 Layers** |
High Quality: 43 ft2/hr Specialty: 32 ft2/hr |
High Quality: 43 ft2/hr Specialty: 32 ft2/hr |
Print Resolution | Up to 1,800 dpi | Up to 1,800 dpi |
Print Resolution | Canon UVgel 460 ink | Canon UVgel 460 ink |
Ink Color | CMYK / CMYKW**** | CMYK / CMYKW**** |
Ink Packaging | 1 x 700ml ink bottle
Ink Reservoir per ink color: 1.8 liter |
1 x 700ml ink bottle 2 x 1 liter ink bottle Ink Reservoir per ink color: 2.1 liter Can Refill while printing |
Printhead | 4 or 5* UVgel 425 Printheads High frequency drop-on-demand piezo-electric printhead PAINT (Piezo Acoustic Integrated Nozzle Technology) Automatic Maintenance Curing: UV LED |
4 or 5* UVgel 425 Printheads High frequency drop-on-demand piezo-electric printhead PAINT (Piezo Acoustic Integrated Nozzle Technology) Automatic Maintenance Curing: UV LED |
Media | Roll Width: Up to 64” (1,625 mm) Print Margin: 0.21” (5.3 mm)2 Roll Weight: Up to 110 lbs (50 kg) Roll Diameter: Up to 8.7” (220 mm) Media Thickness: Up to 0.03” (0.8 mm) |
Roll Width: Up to 64” (1,625 mm) Print Margin: 0.21” (5.3 mm)2 Roll Weight: Up to 110 lbs (50 kg) Roll Diameter: Up to 8.7” (220 mm) Media Thickness: Up to 0.03” (0.8 mm) |
Media Input | 1 roll or optional 2nd roll** Print Side Out Media Print Side In / Double Sided Media** Magnetic Media Kit** |
1 roll or optional 2nd roll** Print Side Out Media Print Side In / Double Sided Media** Magnetic Media Kit** Jumbo Roll Interface** |
UVgel Technology | Instant pinning** and dot gain control Low temperature curing Scratch resistance Easy lamination, smooth ink film High precision color consistency Odorless and instant dry prints |
Instant pinning and dot gain control Low temperature curing Scratch resistance Easy lamination, smooth ink film High precision color consistency Odorless and instant dry prints |
Certifications | Environmental and Safe Use: GREENGUARD Gold |
Environmental and Safe Use: GREENGUARD Gold |
Software | Supported Rips: ONYX Graphics, Caldera, EFI, PrintFactory, ColorGATE, ErgoSoft, Shiraz, AGFA, SAIPRISMA Applications: PRISMAguide XL PRISMA remote app PRISMAservice |
Supported Rips: ONYX Graphics, Caldera, EFI, PrintFactory, ColorGATE, ErgoSoft, Shiraz, AGFA, SAIPRISMA Applications: PRISMAguide XL PRISMA remote app PRISMAservice |
External Modules | None | Jumbo Roll Loader X/Y Cutter Rewinder Jumbo Roll Rewinder |
Interface | Ethernet (100/1,000 Mbit/s) | Ethernet (100/1,000 Mbit/s) |
Dimensions | Printer W x D x H 3,020 x 1,095 x 1,300 mm | Printer W x D x H 3,020 x 1,095 x 1,300 mm |
Weight | 750 kg | 750 kg |
Working Environment | ||
Operation Printer | 18 – 30°C (recommended 20 – 27°C), 20 – 80% RH (no condensation) | 18 – 30°C (recommended 20 – 27°C), 20 – 80% RH (no condensation) |
Power | 0 W – Off, 250 W – Standby, 1.6 kW – Ready, 2.3 kW – Printing | 0 W – Off, 250 W – Standby, 1.6 kW – Ready, 2.3 kW – Printing |
Consumption | 2 inputs, each 200-240V +/- 10%, 50/60 Hz, 16/6 A. | 2 inputs, each 200-240V +/- 10%, 50/60 Hz, 16/6 A. |
Source | Printer is declared under Radio Equipment Directive (RED)- 2014/53/EU | Printer is declared under Radio Equipment Directive (RED)- 2014/53/EU |
Regulatory Certification | ||
Declaration of conformity | Compliant with EN62479, EN301 489-1, EN301 489-3, EN300-330 FCC Part 15 and RSS-210 certified (module) |
Compliant with EN62479, EN301 489-1, EN301 489-3, EN300-330 FCC Part 15 and RSS-210 certified (module) |
Radio | IEC/EN/UL/CSA 62368-1 compliant Applicable marks: CE, TÜV-GS, C-UL-US, RCM | IEC/EN/UL/CSA 62368-1 compliant Applicable marks: CE, TÜV-GS, C-UL-US, RCM |
Safety | Emission: Class A compliant according CISPR 32, FCC part 15 and ICES-003 Immunity: CISPR 35 compliant | Emission: Class A compliant according CISPR 32, FCC part 15 and ICES-003 Immunity: CISPR 35 compliant |
EMCEnvironmental | WEEE, RoHS directive 2011/65/EU, REACH, CE | WEEE, RoHS directive 2011/65/EU, REACH, CE |
* Base unit requires 4 printheads, adding optional white module requires and additional print head for a total of 5 printheads
**Optional module
**** White ink is an optional module