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44" wide-format inkjet printer
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Overview
Canon imagePROGRAF IPF8000S, 2400 x 1200 DPI, GARO, PF-03, A0 (841 x 1189 mm), A0, A1, A2, A3, B0, B2
Expert analysis
Key takeaways
Someone is standing at the output tray at 4:45 p.m., waiting on a coordination drawing, a color-coded civil sheet, or an A0 presentation print before the meeting starts. This 44-inch Canon color printer is built for that kind of wide-format work: large sheets, detailed linework, and coated or glossy media when the drawing needs more than black lines on paper.
Its 2400 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution and PF-03 print head give it a credible technical-print foundation. The trade-off is physical reality. At 74.5 x 38.4 x 45 inches and 308.6 lbs, this is print-room equipment, not something to tuck beside a project manager’s desk and pretend nobody will notice.
The practical fit is an AEC team that needs color output up to 44 inches wide and regularly moves between architectural sizes. A 36-inch civil plan, a 30-inch structural sheet, and a 24-inch detail package all sit within its stated architectural formats. The 80 GB maximum internal memory and 384 MB buffer give the machine local capacity for print processing, while Fast Ethernet and USB Type-A provide the listed connection paths.
It is particularly suited to presentation drawings, GIS maps, coordination plans, marked-up PDFs, and color-heavy bid exhibits where coated or glossy paper is part of the job. It can also serve a technical-print room that needs larger output without stepping into 60-inch media. Bottom line: It fits best when wide color drawings are a normal workflow, not a once-a-quarter event.
The maximum roll length is 748 inches, with a maximum roll diameter of 5.91 inches. That defines the media the operator can load; it does not make roll changes disappear. If your day is full of mixed-size sets, account for loading, media changes, and collection time rather than treating printer output as a one-button event. The printer supports coated and glossy paper, and its stated media-thickness range gives presentation teams useful latitude.
Printing sound pressure is listed at 50 dB. That is another reason to put it in a print area rather than beside quiet design work. The operating range is 15 – 30 °C and 10 – 80% relative humidity, so an uncontrolled trailer or warehouse corner deserves a conversation before installation. Bottom line: Give it a stable room, clear access, and an operator who knows where the spare roll lives.
This is a 44-inch choice for teams whose work stops at that width. Firms needing substantially wider boards should look at the Canon iPF9400 60-in, which is the listed 60-inch alternative. For a same-width comparison, the Canon iPF8300S 44-in is the natural in-family reference point; both are listed at 44 inches and 2400 x 1200 DPI. Compare the two directly in the Canon 44-inch comparison tool.
Do not buy on resolution alone. The same headline figure does not answer questions about media routines, network administration, physical placement, or who handles maintenance when a deadline lands. Consumable planning should include the Canon PF-03 printhead, Canon MC-08 maintenance item, Canon PFI-701 cartridges, and Canon CT-06 media component where applicable to your operating setup. Bottom line: The better family choice is the one that matches your required width and operator routine, not the one with the tidier brochure table.
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The read
This printer makes sense for an AEC print room that needs 24-, 30-, and 36-inch color output, occasional A0 work, and media flexibility for drawing sets and presentation sheets. It is less appropriate where space is tight, conditions are poorly controlled, or the real requirement is wider-than-44-inch output. Buy the workflow, not the box. The box is 308.6 lbs and will win that argument anyway.
Verified specifications
| Maximum print width | 44 in |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Page description languages | GARO |
| Maximum print size | A0 (841 x 1189 mm) |
| Media thickness | 0.07 – 0.8 mm |
| Maximum roll diameter | 5.91" (15 cm) |
| Ethernet | Yes |
| Sound level (printing) | 50 dB |
| Power consumption | 190 W |
Specifications
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Print head | PF-03 |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Page description languages | GARO |
| Display | LCD |
|---|---|
| Built-in display | Yes |
| Drive device, buffer size | 384 MB |
| Sound power level (standby) | 35 dB |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 50 dB |
| Media thickness | 0.003"–0.031" (0.07 – 0.8 mm) |
|---|---|
| Maximum print size | A0 (33" x 47" (841 x 1189 mm)) |
| Maximum roll width | 44" (111.8 cm) |
| Architectural sizes | 24", 30", 36" |
| Maximum roll length | 748" (19 m) |
| Maximum roll diameter | 5.91" (15 cm) |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0…A9) | A0, A1, A2, A3 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0…B9) | B0, B2 |
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| USB connector | USB Type-A |
| RJ-45 ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet interface type | Fast Ethernet |
| Supported network protocols | IPX/SPX, SNMP, HTTP, TCP/IP, AppleTalk |
| Weight | 308.6 lbs (140 kg) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 74.5 x 38.4 x 45" (1893 x 975 x 1144 mm) |
| Power requirements | 100 – 240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Power consumption (standby) | 6 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 190 W |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 15 – 30 °C |
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| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 – 80% |
| Coated paper | Yes |
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| Glossy paper | Yes |
| Maximum internal memory | 80 GB |
| Compliance industry standards | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3x |
| Package weight | 478.4 lbs (217 kg) |
|---|---|
| Drivers included | Yes |
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 81.9 x 41.7 x 48.9" (2080 x 1060 x 1242 mm) |
Supplies
Genuine consumables that fit the Canon imagePROGRAF IPF8000S large format printer Colour 2400 x 1200 DPI A0 (841 x 1189 mm) Ethernet LAN — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Canon PFI-301PC Photo Cyan Ink Cartridge, 330 ml (1490B001)
Canon PFI-301PM Photo Magenta Ink Cartridge, 330 ml (1491B001)
Canon PFI-301C Cyan Ink Cartridge, 330 ml (1487B001)
Canon PFI-301Y Yellow Ink Cartridge, 330 ml (1489B001)
Canon PFI-301M Magenta Ink Cartridge, 330 ml (1488B001)
Canon PFI-701Y Yellow Ink Cartridge (0903B005)
Canon PFI-701GY ink cartridge Original Grey
Canon PFI-701MBK Matte Black Ink Cartridge, 700 ml (0899B005)
Canon PFI-701 PM ink cartridge Original Photo magentaQuestions
The product data lists 24-inch, 30-inch, and 36-inch architectural sizes. Its maximum roll width is 44 inches, and its maximum print size is A0 (33 x 47 inches).
Yes. It is a color printer that supports coated and glossy paper, with a maximum resolution of 2400 x 1200 DPI. Those facts make it a reasonable fit for color-coded plans and presentation-oriented output.
The listed interfaces are Fast Ethernet through one RJ-45 port and USB 2.0 through one USB Type-A port. Supported network protocols include SNMP, HTTP, TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, and AppleTalk.
Allow for a 74.5 x 38.4 x 45-inch device weighing 308.6 lbs. The stated operating environment is 15 – 30 °C and 10 – 80% relative humidity.
The resolved compatible items include the Canon PF-03 printhead, Canon MC-08 maintenance item, Canon PFI-701 cartridges, and Canon CT-06 media component.
Consider the Canon iPF9400 60-in when the regular job requires media wider than 44 inches. This printer’s stated maximum roll width is 44 inches.
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