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Canon imagePROGRAF iPF600
24" wide-format inkjet printer
- ModeliPF600
- Prints24" wide
Genuine OEM hardwareAuthorized U.S. distribution
Manufacturer warrantyExtension plans available
Free shippingContinental U.S.
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Analyst take
- The iPF600 accepts media from 8 to 24 inches wide, so it is limited to 24-inch AEC output.
- Its maximum print size is 18 by 63 inches, which can accommodate long narrow drawings within the supported format.
- Coated, glossy, photo, and proofing paper support gives small teams options beyond ordinary technical output.
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Overview
Built for the work
Canon imagePROGRAF iPF600, 1200 x 1200 DPI, 448 x 1608 mm, 0.07-1.5 mm, 203.2-610mm, USB Type-A, CB
Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The iPF600 accepts media from 8 to 24 inches wide, so it is limited to 24-inch AEC output.
- Its maximum print size is 18 by 63 inches, which can accommodate long narrow drawings within the supported format.
- Coated, glossy, photo, and proofing paper support gives small teams options beyond ordinary technical output.
- The listed operating-system compatibility is legacy-era, making workflow validation an essential pre-purchase task.
- Teams with regular 36-inch plan requirements should look at the Canon iPF770 36-in rather than force the work into a 24-inch device.
Someone needs an A1 coordination sheet, a marked-up detail, or a short run of color site plans before the afternoon meeting. The Canon imagePROGRAF iPF600 is built for that desk-side technical-printing job: up to 24-inch media, compact enough for an office corner, and able to handle ordinary drawing sizes alongside coated, glossy, proofing, and photo papers.
Its 1200 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution gives it a sensible role for small AEC teams that need occasional color output without moving every sheet through a central print room. The catch is simple: this is not a wide-production machine. Its 24-inch ceiling rules out 36-inch plan work, and its listed operating-system support belongs to an older Windows and Mac era. IT should confirm the submission path before the machine becomes the last stop on a deadline.
8"–24" (203.2-610mm)Maximum media widthFits up to 24-inch technical media.
18" x 63" (448 x 1608 mm)Maximum print sizeUseful for long narrow drawings and presentation output within its supported size.
1200 x 1200 DPIMaximum resolutionA specification to verify against your smallest text and lineweight files.
0.003"–0.059" (0.07-1.5 mm)Media thicknessSupports a range from thin paper through thicker specialty media.
Where it fits in an AEC office
The iPF600 makes most sense where 24-inch output is the real requirement, not a compromise forced by floor space. Think architects producing color design sheets, engineers checking a detail set, survey teams printing map extracts, or construction staff needing a few marked-up plans close to the job trailer office.
Its listed standard sizes run from A4-A2 and B4-B3 through A3-A1 and 8-inch to 17-inch formats. That gives a small team flexibility for mixed documents, but it does not change the basic working limit: no 36-inch sheets. If full-size construction plans are routine, start with the Canon iPF770 36-in instead. Bottom line: it is a local technical printer, not a substitute for a full plan-room device.
Media flexibility matters more than a glossy-paper checkbox
For AEC work, the useful part of this media list is choice. Bond-style technical output is only one job. Coated paper can suit color-coded coordination sheets, proofing paper can support review output, and glossy or photo paper can serve presentation boards and client-facing visuals. The machine lists support for all of those media categories.
Do not treat that as a promise that every stock will behave the same way. Run your actual CAD PDFs, GIS maps, raster-heavy presentations, and small-text detail sheets on the paper you intend to buy. Fine lines that look tidy on a driver test page can tell a different story after a PDF has been processed, scaled, and sent at 4:45 p.m. Bottom line: validate the whole file-to-print path, not just the printer.
Family context and support considerations
Within the listed Canon family, the Canon iPF605 24-in keeps the same 24-inch format but is specified at 2400 x 1200 DPI. That makes it the more relevant comparison when your work remains 24-inch but fine-detail evaluation is driving the decision. The Canon iPF670 24-in is another 24-inch Canon option with a listed 2400 x 1200 DPI specification.
The iPF600 uses one print head and identifies the Canon PF-01 as its compatible printhead. The Canon ST-24 is listed as an accessory. It has USB Type-A and one USB 2.0 port, plus an LCD control panel with LED indicators. Its stated operating-system list includes Windows 95 through XP and Mac OS 8.6, 9, and X. That should trigger a straightforward IT conversation about current network, driver, security, and workflow requirements. Bottom line: buy the workflow, not a nostalgic driver CD.
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The read
The Canon imagePROGRAF iPF600 fits a small AEC office that genuinely lives within 24-inch media and needs flexible color output on several paper types. It is less appropriate for routine 36-inch construction sets, high-throughput plan production, or environments that cannot validate an older listed operating-system path. Its ENERGY STAR certification, UL, CE mark, and TUV safety listings are useful operational facts, but they do not answer the main buying question: can your current files and current users get reliable output when the deadline is already rude? Bottom line: a reasonable fit for contained 24-inch work, provided IT and sample-file testing come first.
Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Maximum resolution | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
|---|---|
| Maximum print size | 448 x 1608 mm |
| Media thickness | 0.07-1.5 mm |
Specifications
Full technical detail
Max resolution1200 x 1200 DPI
Max print width24"
ConnectivityUSB
Use caseCAD / Technical
Printing
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Print head | 1 |
| Maximum resolution | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Print head nozzles | 2560 p/c |
Performance
| Certification | CB |
|---|
Paper handling
| Media thickness | 0.003"–0.059" (0.07-1.5 mm) |
|---|---|
| Maximum print size | 18" x 63" (448 x 1608 mm) |
| Maximum media width | 8"–24" (203.2-610mm) |
| Standard media sizes | A4-A2/ B4-B3 A3-A1/ 8"-17" |
Ports & interfaces
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB connector | USB Type-A |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 112.4 lbs (51 kg) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 39.3 x 31.9 x 13.5" (997 x 810 x 344 mm) |
Power
| Power requirements | AC 100-240V (50/60Hz) |
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Other features
| Safety | UL, CE mark, TUV |
|---|---|
| Photo paper | Yes |
| Coated paper | Yes |
| Glossy paper | Yes |
| Control panel | LCD(16 x 2 ) LED x 5 |
| Proofing paper | Yes |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
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System requirements
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
|---|---|
| Compatible operating systems | -Windows 95/98/Me/NT4.0/2000/XP -Mac OS 8.6/9/X |
Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the Canon imagePROGRAF iPF600 large format printer Colour 1200 x 1200 DPI 448 x 1608 mm — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 3
Paper & Media 12
Representative image16 Mil WR Opaque Scrim Vinyl (3″ AC)Representative image15 Mil Water-Resistant Econo Scrim VinylRepresentative image11 Mil Water-Resistant Synthetic BannerRepresentative image350g Vivid Matte Poly/Cotton CanvasRepresentative image5 Mil Water-Resistant Self-Adh Vinyl (3" AC)Representative image6 Mil Water-Resistant Self-Adhesive PolypropyleneRepresentative image24LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (745)Representative image20LB High Brite Inkjet Bond Paper (740)Representative image20LB Inkjet Bond Paper (Tinted) (732)Representative image24LB Inkjet Bond Paper (731)Representative image20LB Inkjet Bond Paper (730)Representative image24LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper Economy (714)Questions
Straight answers
Can the iPF600 print full-size construction plans?
It supports media up to 24 inches wide. Firms that routinely issue 36-inch plan sets should consider the Canon iPF770 36-in instead.
What AEC documents suit this printer?
It fits occasional 24-inch technical drawings, color coordination sheets, map extracts, marked-up plans, and presentation-oriented output that stays within its supported media and print-size limits.
What paper types can it handle?
The supplied data lists photo paper, coated paper, glossy paper, and proofing paper. Its listed media-thickness range is 0.003 to 0.059 inches.
What should IT check before deploying it?
Confirm the driver and submission workflow against your present environment. The listed compatible operating systems are Windows 95, 98, Me, NT4.0, 2000, and XP, plus Mac OS 8.6, 9, and X.
Which consumables and accessories are identified for this model?
The compatible printhead is the Canon PF-01. The Canon ST-24 is listed as an accessory.
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