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Canon imagePROGRAF GP-2000
24" color graphics & photo printer
- ModelGP-2000
- Prints24" wide
Genuine OEM hardwareAuthorized U.S. distribution
Manufacturer warrantyExtension plans available
Free shippingContinental U.S.
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Analyst take
- The Canon GP-2000 is a 24-inch thermal-inkjet printer with a maximum A1 print size.
- Its six listed printing colors include both black and matte black for technical and graphical output.
- Roll and cut-sheet support suits varied project documents, but the supplied data does not confirm automated roll switching or finishing.
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- Wide-format reach Prints up to 24" wide on rolls and sheets.
- Fine detail 2400 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution for crisp line work.
- Ink platform Black, Cyan, Magenta, Matte black, Yellow.
- Connectivity Wi-Fi + Ethernet for shared team printing.
- Verified specs 9 specs checked against the manufacturer datasheet.
Overview
Built for the work
Canon imagePROGRAF GP-2000, Thermal inkjet, 2400 x 1200 DPI, JPEG, PDF, Black, Cyan, Magenta, Matte black, Yellow, PF-10, A1 (594 x 841 mm)
Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The Canon GP-2000 is a 24-inch thermal-inkjet printer with a maximum A1 print size.
- Its six listed printing colors include both black and matte black for technical and graphical output.
- Roll and cut-sheet support suits varied project documents, but the supplied data does not confirm automated roll switching or finishing.
- There is no scanning or copying capability, which limits its role in a reprographics-centered workflow.
- For sheets wider than 24 inches, the listed Canon GP-300 36-in is the more relevant family comparison.
On a coordination drawing, the test is not whether color is present; it is whether the yellow revision cloud, cyan utility route, and dense black annotation remain distinct when a superintendent is reading the sheet at arm’s length. The Canon GP-2000 is a 24-inch thermal-inkjet wide-format printer for teams that need color plans, presentation sheets, PDFs, and JPEGs without moving into a larger-format device.
Its six-color ink configuration includes black and matte black alongside cyan, magenta, and yellow. That is a sensible starting point for ordinary AEC output: CAD linework, GIS maps, color-coded MEP coordination, and client-facing boards within its A1 maximum print size. There is no measured ICC-gamut data in the supplied record, so color suitability should be judged with the firm’s own files and media rather than a broad spec-sheet promise.
24" (61 cm)Maximum roll width
2400 x 1200 DPIMaximum resolution
A1 (23" x 33" (594 x 841 mm))Maximum print size
500 GBInternal storage
Where the GP-2000 fits in an AEC office
The GP-2000 is most credible where a project team needs dependable access to color wide-format output but does not require scanning or copying at the device. It accepts rolls and cut sheets, supports plain, heavy, and glossy paper, and offers borderless output for A1 media. Its 2400 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution gives the device the technical headroom AEC users expect for fine graphical content, although resolution alone does not establish line quality on every paper stock.
For IT and print-room staff, connectivity includes Ethernet LAN, Wi-Fi, and USB Type-A / USB Type-B. The listed JPEG and PDF page-description support aligns with common issued-document formats. Its 500 GB internal storage may also be useful in a shared-device setting, but the supplied data does not establish job-queue behavior, authentication, accounting, or CAD-driver capabilities; those are worth validating in the intended network workflow.
Capacity, media, and the operational trade-off
A maximum roll length of 708.7″ (18 m), maximum roll diameter of 6.69″ (17 cm), and media thickness support up to 0.031″ (0.8 mm) define the physical media envelope. Those figures matter more than a headline resolution when a team is deciding whether its normal bond, heavier presentation stock, or project-board media will run without compromise. The machine measures 43.3″ wide by 30.2″ deep by 46″ high and weighs 224.9 lbs, so it needs a considered location rather than an improvised corner.
The key limitation is functional, not cosmetic: the GP-2000 has no scanning or copying capability. It therefore suits a print-led workflow, not a self-contained reprographics station for redlines, legacy plan conversion, or walk-up copying. Canon PFI-2100, Canon PFI-2300, and Canon PFI-2700 inks are the resolved ink families, with Canon CT-07 listed for maintenance. Confirm the exact consumable configuration and service arrangement before standardizing a fleet.
How to position it within the family
Within the listed family, the Canon GP-200 24-in is the closest same-width alternative to examine when comparing a compact 24-inch workflow. The Canon GP-2600S 24-in is another listed 24-inch option. The supplied information does not provide enough operational detail to declare either a simple upgrade or downgrade, so compare the specific media, software, service, and output requirements rather than assuming the model number settles the question.
Firms routinely issuing plans beyond 24 inches should instead consider whether a wider platform such as the Canon GP-300 36-in better matches their sheet sizes. This GP-2000 is not the right tool for wide-format scanning and copying, nor for offices that need a verified higher-volume production workflow; neither capability is established in the supplied specification.
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The read
The Canon GP-2000 is a focused 24-inch color printer for AEC teams whose work is principally digital-to-print: PDFs, JPEGs, CAD-derived sheets, GIS maps, and presentation output up to A1. Its roll and cut-sheet support, network options, six-color ink set, and onboard storage make it a plausible departmental device. The trade-off is clear: it is a printer rather than a multifunction reprographics hub. Verify its lifecycle availability, driver behavior, media qualification, consumable arrangement, and local service support before committing—especially if scanned redlines, copying, wider sheets, or sustained unattended production are part of the daily workload.
Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Print width / max roll width | 24 in (610 mm) |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 dpi |
| Ink channels | 11 (MBK, PBK, C, M, Y, GY, R, O, G, V, FP) |
| Droplet size | 4 plmanufacturer-verified |
| Max print length (long-format) | 59.1 ft (18 m)manufacturer-verified |
| Max roll diameter | 6.7 in (170 mm) |
| Internal storage | 500 GB |
| Internal memory | 3 GB |
| Page description languages | PDF (v1.7), JPEG (JFIF 1.02) |
| Scanning / copying | No |
manufacturer-verified = checked against the manufacturer’s official datasheet, not aggregator data. Everything else is standards-body / catalog data we consider reliable.
Specifications
Full technical detail
Print technologyThermal inkjet
Max resolution2400 x 1200 DPI
Max print width24"
ColorColor
ConnectivityEthernet (Gigabit LAN), USB, Wi-Fi
Use casePhoto / Fine Art
Printing
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Print head | PF-10 |
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Matte black, Yellow |
| Print technology | Thermal inkjet |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Borderless printing | Yes |
| Number of print cartridges | 6 |
| Page description languages | JPEG, PDF |
Performance
| Control type | Buttons |
|---|---|
| Certification | TUV, CB |
| Product color | Black |
| Internal memory | 3000 MB |
| Built-in display | Yes |
| Internal storage capacity | 500 GB |
| Sound pressure level (standby) | 35 dB |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 48 dB |
Paper handling
| Cut sheets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Media thickness | 0.031" (0.8 mm) |
| Maximum print size | A1 (23" x 33" (594 x 841 mm)) |
| Maximum roll width | 24" (61 cm) |
| Maximum roll length | 708.7" (18 m) |
| Maximum roll diameter | 6.69" (17 cm) |
| Paper tray media types | Cut sheet, Glossy paper, Heavy paper, Plain paper, Roll |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0…A9) | A1, A2, A3, A3+ |
| Borderless printing media sizes | A1 |
Ports & interfaces
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB port | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| USB connector | USB Type-A / USB Type-B |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
Technical details
| Compliance certificates | CE |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Depth | 30.2" (766 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 43.3" (1100 mm) |
| Height | 46" (1168 mm) |
| Weight | 224.9 lbs (102 kg) |
Power
| AC input voltage | 100 – 240 V |
|---|---|
| AC input frequency | 50 – 60 Hz |
| Power consumption (off) | 0.3 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 2 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 84 W |
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 15 – 30 °C |
|---|---|
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 – 80% |
Copying
| Copying | No |
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Scanning
| Scanning | No |
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Logistics data
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84433210 |
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Packaging data
| Package depth | 35.5" (902 mm) |
|---|---|
| Package width | 52.1" (1324 mm) |
| Package height | 41" (1042 mm) |
| Package weight | 275.6 lbs (125 kg) |
Sustainability
| Sustainability compliance | Yes |
|---|
System requirements
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar, Mac OS X 10.3 Panther, Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur |
|---|---|
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 |
Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the Canon imagePROGRAF GP-2000 large format printer Wi-Fi Thermal inkjet Colour 2400 x 1200 DPI A1 (594 x 841 mm) Ethernet LAN — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 3
Paper & Media 12
Representative image20LB Inkjet Vellum (772)Representative image18LB Inkjet Bond Paper (Translucent) (750)Representative image28LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (748)Representative image46LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (747)Representative image6.5mil Matte Coated Paper w/ PSA (746PSA)Representative image24LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (745)Representative image20LB High Brite Inkjet Bond Paper (740)Representative image24LB Inkjet Bond Paper (731)Representative image20LB Inkjet Bond Paper (730)Representative image24LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper Economy (714)Representative image20LB Engineering Vellum (471)Representative imageWSL 28LB Simple Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (C2S) (448)Questions
Straight answers
Is the Canon GP-2000 suitable for CAD and construction-document output?
It supports PDF and JPEG page-description languages, rolls and cut sheets, and a maximum resolution of 2400 x 1200 DPI. Those specifications make it a reasonable fit for digital plan and graphic-document workflows, but the supplied data does not verify specific CAD-driver or HP-GL/2 support.
Can the GP-2000 scan marked-up plans or make copies?
No. The supplied specifications list both scanning and copying as unavailable, so redline capture and walk-up copying require a separate device or workflow.
What is the largest sheet or roll width it can handle?
The maximum roll width is 24″ (61 cm), and the maximum print size is A1 (23″ x 33″ (594 x 841 mm)). It also supports A1, A2, A3, and A3+ ISO sizes.
What connectivity does it offer for a shared office?
The machine includes Ethernet LAN, Wi-Fi, and USB connectivity. Ethernet LAN supports 10,100,1000 Mbit/s according to the supplied data.
Which consumables should buyers plan around?
The resolved ink families are Canon PFI-2100, Canon PFI-2300, and Canon PFI-2700, with Canon CT-07 listed for maintenance. Confirm the applicable configuration with the supplier before ordering.
Is the GP-2000 confirmed as currently marketed?
The supplied record does not provide independent lifecycle verification for this model. Confirm current availability, service coverage, and support terms with the seller before making a replacement decision.
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