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Overview
Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8300, 2400 x 1200 DPI, Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, PF-05, A0 (841 x 1189 mm), Matte paper, Plain paper, A0, A1, A2, A3, A4
Expert analysis
Key takeaways
At 4:45 p.m., the person at the output tray usually needs a readable 36-inch coordination drawing, a 44-inch site plan, or a presentation sheet that does not turn the print room into a side project. The Canon iPF8300 is a 44-inch color wide-format printer for that kind of work: CAD sheets, GIS maps, review prints, and graphic-heavy project documents on roll or cut-sheet media.
It supports media from 10 to 44 inches wide, including plain, matte, coated, glossy, photo, opaque, vinyl, proofing paper, and roll-up film. That range makes it more flexible than a bond-paper-only plotter when the architecture team wants boards and the civil team wants marked-up maps on the same machine. Bottom line: this is a wide-format output device for teams that print more than black-line plans.
The iPF8300 fits an AEC office that needs one color-capable device for several paper types and sheet sizes. A structural group can run ordinary plan output, while architects or marketing staff can move to coated, glossy, or photo media for renderings and client-review material. Cut-sheet support also helps with the odd smaller exhibit or check print. Those little jobs have a habit of arriving when nobody has spare time.
The 2400 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution and four listed printing colors—Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow—make color-coded drawings and presentation-oriented work a reasonable part of its role. The 80 GB internal storage and Ethernet LAN connection suit a shared office device, while the USB Type-A connector gives an operator another local access point. Bottom line: it makes most sense when drawing output and visual communication share the same queue.
This is not a small-office desktop plotter wearing a larger hat. The unit measures 74.5 x 38.4 x 45 inches and weighs 315.3 lbs. It also produces 50 dB sound pressure while printing. Give it a proper spot with room to load rolls, collect output, and reach the rear connections. The specified operating humidity range is 10 to 80%.
For media work, the supported thickness range is 0.003 to 0.031 inches, and roll length can reach 708.7 inches. The catalog lists the Canon PF-05 print head, Canon MC-08 maintenance item, Canon CT-06 media, and Canon RH2-44 accessory as compatible supplies and options. Confirm the exact roll, stand, and take-up requirements before signing off on deployment. Bottom line: the machine can cover varied media, but somebody still has to load it correctly before the deadline starts shouting.
The closest same-width alternatives in the listed family are the Canon iPF8300S 44-in and Canon iPF8400 44-in. All three are listed at 44 inches and 2400 x 1200 DPI, so do not assume a model-number change alone fixes a workflow problem. Compare the actual media configuration, finishing needs, service terms, and supplies available to your office.
If width is the constraint, the Canon iPF9100 60-in is the listed wider family option. If the requirement is simply a like-for-like 44-inch review of the iPF8300 against the iPF8400, use the side-by-side comparison. For a broader view of where it lands among comparable machines, see the wide-format class ranking. Bottom line: choose wider output only when the work truly needs it; unused width is just more floor space to dust.
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The read
The Canon iPF8300 is a practical fit for AEC teams that need 44-inch color output across plan paper, coated media, and presentation-oriented stock. Its value is flexibility, not a promise that every job belongs on one printer. It may be less appropriate where wider-than-44-inch output is routine, where scanning and copying are central to the workflow, or where the room cannot accommodate a 315.3 lb floor-standing machine. Bottom line: buy it for mixed-media 44-inch work, not because a spec sheet says it can print everything in the building.
Verified specifications
| Maximum print width | 44 in |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Maximum print size | A0 (841 x 1189 mm) |
| Media thickness | 0.07 – 0.8 mm |
| Ethernet | Yes |
| Sound level (printing) | 50 dB |
| Power consumption | 190 W |
Specifications
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Print head | PF-05 |
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Display | LCD |
|---|---|
| Storage media | HDD |
| Built-in display | Yes |
| Internal storage capacity | 80 GB |
| Sound power level (standby) | 35 dB |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 50 dB |
| Cut sheets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Roll paper | Yes |
| Media thickness | 0.003"–0.031" (0.07 – 0.8 mm) |
| Roll top margin | 0.787" (2 cm) |
| ANSI paper sizes | 8.5 x 11", 8.5 x 14", 11 x 17", 13 x 19", 17 x 22", 22 x 34", 28 x 40", 34 x 44" |
| Maximum print size | A0 (33" x 47" (841 x 1189 mm)) |
| Architectural sizes | 24", 30", 36", 10", 14", 16", 17", 42", 44" |
| Maximum media width | 10"–44" (254 – 1117.6mm) |
| Maximum roll length | 708.7" (18 m) |
| Media width (rolls) | 10"–44" (254 – 1117.6 mm) |
| Paper tray media types | Matte paper, Plain paper |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0…A9) | A0, A1, A2, A3, A4 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0…B9) | B0, B1, B2, B3, B4 |
| ISO C-series sizes (C0…C9) | C0, C1, C2, C3, C4 |
| JIS B-series sizes (B0…B9) | B0, B1, B2, B3, B4 |
| Photo paper sizes (imperial) | 8×10,10×12,10×15,12×16,14×17,16×20,18×22,20×24 |
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| USB connector | USB Type-A |
| RJ-45 ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10Base-T, 100base-TX |
| Ethernet interface type | Fast Ethernet |
| Supported network protocols | IPX/SPX, HTTP, TCP/IP, AppleTalk |
| Weight | 315.3 lbs (143 kg) |
|---|---|
| Size (imperial) | 44" |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 74.5 x 38.4 x 45" (1893 x 975 x 1144 mm) |
| Power requirements | AC 100 – 240 V （50 – 60 Hz) |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (off) | 1 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 6 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 190 W |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | 15 – 30 °C |
|---|---|
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 – 80% |
| Photo paper | Yes |
|---|---|
| Vinyl media | Yes |
| Coated paper | Yes |
| Glossy paper | Yes |
| Opaque paper | Yes |
| Roll-up film | Yes |
| Proofing paper | Yes |
| High resolution paper | Yes |
| Compliance industry standards | IEEE 802.3, 802.3u |
Supplies
Genuine consumables that fit the Canon imagePROGRAF iPF8300 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.
Questions
It is suited to color CAD drawings, GIS maps, review prints, presentation sheets, and other wide-format output where teams use plain, coated, glossy, matte, photo, opaque, vinyl, or roll-up film media.
The maximum media width is 44 inches. Supported roll widths run from 10 to 44 inches.
Yes. The supplied data lists architectural sizes including 24, 30, 36, 42, and 44 inches, along with ANSI sizes through 34 x 44 inches.
It includes one RJ-45 Fast Ethernet connection supporting 10Base-T and 100base-TX, plus one USB 2.0 Type-A port.
The compatible list includes the Canon PF-05 print head, Canon MC-08 maintenance item, Canon CT-06 media, Canon RH2-44 accessory, Canon ST-24 accessory, and Canon TU-06 accessory. Confirm which accessories are included with the intended configuration.
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