Plotter Epson Stylus Pro 9600 Series

Specifications
Printing Method
6-color (CcMmYKK) Photographic Dye Ink Variable Droplet Micro Piezo DX3 drop-on-demand ink jet technology
7-color (CcMmYKk) UltraChrome™ Ink Variable Droplet Micro Piezo DX3 drop-on-demand ink jet technology
Nozzle Configuration
Color & Monochrome head 96 nozzles x 7
Black Ink Mode Configuration
Photographic Dye Ink: Dual Photo-K only
Ultrachrome Ink: Photo-K Light-K (standard configuration) or Matte-K Light-K or Dual Matte -K (optional configurations)
Epson Ink Technology
Epson Photographic DyeTM Inks (dye based)
Epson UltraChrome™ Inks (pigment based)
Droplet Technology
Variable droplet produces up to 3 different sizes per print line
Smallest droplet size 4 picoliter
Resolution
2880 x 1440dpi, 1440 x 720 dpi, 720 x 720 dpi, 720 x 360 dpi, 360 x 360 dpi, 360 x 180 dpi
Print Engine Speed*
Depending upon the print mode being used, print engine speeds will vary from 8 ft2/hr to a maximum of 190 ft2/hr
Depending upon the print job, everyday "production quality" print speeds are typically ~44 to 87 ft2/hr
Produces better than photo lab quality prints at 16 ft2/hr
*Based upon print engine speed only. Total throughput times depend upon front end RIP, file size, printer resolution, ink coverage, networking, etc.
Printer Language
EPSON ESC/P Raster Photographic Drivers standard
External server based Adobe PostScript 3 with optional software RIP
Also supported by most leading third-party RIPs and workflows
Operating Systems Supported
Macintosh OS 8.5.1 through 9.x (UltraChrome models supported in Mac OS X v 10.2.4 or later via downloadable drivers); Windows 95, 98, Me, NT 4.0, 2000, XP
Physical Dimensions
63.9" (W) x 46.4" (H) x 28.2" (D)
185 lb with legs
Printer Interfaces
one USB port (1.1 & 2.0 compatible), one Parallel port (IEEE-1284 ECP Mode), and one Epson Type-B Expansion Slot for installing the Optional 10/100 BaseT Ethernet or IEEE-1394 FireWire expansion cards
Borderless Printing
Left and Right borderless" bleed" printing for the following media widths; 8", 10", 12", 14", 16", 20", 24", 36", 44" Top & Bottom edges can be automatically cut three different ways during printing on roll media
Printable Area
Left and right print margins 0 or 3 mm each (0.24" total)
Maximum printable width 44.16"
Maximum paper width 44"
Maximum printable length Up to 100' (limited by roll length and software application)
Media Input
Single rolls up to 44" width and cut sheet size: Up to 44" wide (auto-loading)
Media Core Compatibility
Handles both 28" and 3" cored media, Maximum diameter 4" (2" core) or 6" (3" core)
Thickness, Weight
12 lb bond up to 1.5mm cardbaord
Media Cutter
Built-in media cutter: Automatic or manual
Optional manual media cutter: Used for cutting very thick media types
Types
Can print on a wide range of professional roll and cut sheet media for photographic, proofing, fine art, and signage applications. Surface finishes vary from true matte through ultra glossy; and can include smooth, velvet or textured.
Media Path
Straight-through (no bend)
Ink Cartridge Capacity
110 ml each color x 7 colors total (standard); 220 ml cartridges (optional) for UltraChrome models only
Ink Shelf Life
2 years from production date or 2 years after opening for PhotoDye ink
2 years from production date or 6 months after opening for UltraChrome Ink
On cartridge I.C. chip automatically tracks several ink usage data points for use in very accurate production cost estimations and reporting
Lightfastness Ratings**
Epson Photographic Dye Ink Color: up to 26 years; B&W: not rated
Epson UltraChrome Ink Color: up to 100 years; B&W: over 100 years
Data from Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc. indicates that the lightfastness of color UltraChrome prints made on the epson stylus pro 7600 and 9600 printers is rated up to 82 years under glass, on specific Epson media. The data also indicates the lightfastness of black and white UltraChrome prints using 7-color mode is rated at over 100 years under glass on specific media.**
**Ink lightfastness rating based on accelerated testing of prints on specialty media, displayed indoors, under glass. Actual print stability will vary according to media, printed image, display conditions, light intensity, humidity, and atmospheric conditions. Epson does not guarantee longevity of prints. For maximum print life, display all prints under glass or lamination or properly store them.
Visit www.wilhelm-research.com for the latest information.
Temperature
Operating: 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C)
Storage: -4° to 140° F (-20° to 40° C)
Humidity
Operating: 20 to 80% relative humidity
Storage: 5 to 85% relative humidity (no condensation)
Safety Approvals
Safety Standards: UL1950 with D3, CSA 22.2 950 with D3; EMI: FCC part 15 subpart B class B, CSA C108.8 class B
Sound Level
Approx. 50 db (A) (ISO 7779)
Print Head Life
28 billion shots per nozzle
Total Print Volume
20,000 B0 pages at 360 x 360 dpi
Cutter Life
2,000 times (Coated Media)
Maintenance Parts
Ink pad, pump unit, flushing box, head cleaner, cap assembly
Rated Voltage
120 V (100 to 240 V)
Rated Frequency
50 to 60 Hz
Rated Current
1.0A/100-120V
Power Consumption
Approx. 55W (operating)

Energy Star Compliant