Home / Wide-Format Printers / Epson SureColor
Epson · Wide-Format Plotter
Epson SureColor SC-F9400
64" technical / CAD plotter
- ModelSC-F9400
- Prints64" wide
Authorized Epson dealerGenuine hardware & ink
Manufacturer warrantyExtendable to 5 years
Free shippingContinental U.S.
Plotter specialistsAEC experts, not just sellers
Analyst take
- The Epson SC-F9400 is a four-color, roll-fed inkjet printer with a listed maximum roll width of 64 inches.
- It has no scanning or copying capability, so it cannot replace an AEC multifunction plan-room device.
- Its 103.1-inch width and 639.3-pound weight require deliberate print-room planning.
Not sure if the SC-F9400 is right for you?
Compare key specs and an AI analyst read-out against similar models.
- Wide-format reach Prints up to 64" wide on rolls and sheets.
- Fine detail 720 x 1440 DPI maximum resolution for crisp line work.
- Ink platform Cyan, Yellow, Magenta, Black.
Overview
Built for the work
Epson SureColor SC-F9400, Inkjet, 720 x 1440 DPI, Cyan, Yellow, Magenta, Black, 1500 ml, A0 (841 x 1189 mm), A0, A1, A2
- 64″Max print width
- 4Ink channels
- 1,440 dpiMax resolution
Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The Epson SC-F9400 is a four-color, roll-fed inkjet printer with a listed maximum roll width of 64 inches.
- It has no scanning or copying capability, so it cannot replace an AEC multifunction plan-room device.
- Its 103.1-inch width and 639.3-pound weight require deliberate print-room planning.
- The listed supported operating systems are Windows 10, Windows 7, and Windows 7 x64, making IT validation essential.
- Compare it with the Epson F9470 64-in when another listed 64-inch Epson option is under consideration.
It is 4:45 p.m., somebody needs a wide color graphic, and the print room needs to know whether the job will physically fit before anyone starts feeding media. The Epson SC-F9400 is a large-format, four-color inkjet printer with roll-media support up to 64 inches wide. It is a production-floor machine, not a desk-side plotter: its 103.1-inch width, 639.3-pound weight, and 52.4-inch height deserve a planned location.
For AEC teams, the fit is selective. It can support wide color output where a roll-fed workflow and large footprint make sense. But it has no scanner or copying function, so it will not replace the multifunction device handling marked-up plans, legacy drawings, and walk-up copies. That distinction matters when the bid set lands late and everyone suddenly remembers scanning exists.
64" (162.6 cm)Maximum roll widthWide rolls reduce trimming and tiling for large-format output.
720 x 1440 DPIMaximum resolutionResolution is one part of fine-detail output; the file and media still matter.
0.016"–0.039" (0.4 – 1 mm)Media thicknessConfirm every substrate falls within this stated range before committing a deadline job.
103.1" (2620 mm)Printer footprintAllow room around the unit for loading rolls and collecting output.
Where it belongs in an AEC operation
The SC-F9400 is most credible where the need is wide, color, roll-fed output rather than a conventional plan-room multifunction workflow. Its listed maximum roll width of 64 inches gives a department room to handle wide material without breaking a job into panels. The four printing colors—cyan, yellow, magenta, and black—make it a color device, while its 720 x 1440 DPI maximum resolution provides the stated image-detail ceiling.
The practical limitation is workflow breadth. There is no scanning and no copying. A survey team digitizing field markups, a contractor copying revised sheets, or a records group converting paper archives needs another device in the chain. There is also no USB port listed, so this should be treated as a network-managed printer rather than a casual walk-up submission point. Supported Windows entries are Windows 10, Windows 7, and Windows 7 x64; IT should validate the actual submission path before deployment.
Bottom line: This is for wide roll output, not for an all-purpose AEC document counter.
Media, supplies, and the job before the job
The SC-F9400 accepts roll paper and lists media thickness from 0.016 to 0.039 inches. That range is a gatekeeper, not a suggestion. Check the actual media specification before loading a rush job, especially when a presentation team brings something unusual to the print room five minutes before a review.
Its compatible supply list includes Epson UltraChrome DS inks, an Epson Waste ink bottle, and Epson CP04OSWHCJ00 and Epson CP05OSWHCJ00 printheads. Compatible transfer media includes Epson DS Transfer Multi-Purpose 111.8cm x 91.4m and Epson DS Transfer Production II, 162cm x 175m. Keep those consumables visible in the operating plan. A machine that is technically ready but waiting on a maintenance item has a remarkable talent for becoming everyone’s problem.
The built-in color LCD gives the operator an on-device interface. It does not change the need for a clear queue owner, approved media profiles, and a tested Windows workflow.
Bottom line: Media and consumables discipline will decide whether this printer helps a deadline or joins it.
How it sits in the family
Do not assume the next model number answers the AEC question. The Epson F9470 64-in is the closest listed in-family comparison on roll width, while the Epson SC-F6400 44-in is a smaller-width alternative. The catalog also lists the Epson SC-F9300 at the same 720 x 1440 DPI resolution. Those comparisons are worth making, but width and resolution alone do not settle workflow suitability.
For an AEC buyer, start with the failure mode. If the requirement is copying, scanning, or routine plan-set handling, this machine’s stated feature set leaves gaps. If the requirement is wide, color, roll-fed output within its specified media range, the SC-F9400 belongs on the short list. Use the side-by-side comparison before treating either machine as a default choice.
Bottom line: Choose by the work that must leave the building, not by the badge on the front panel.
Compare the working fit
The read
The Epson SC-F9400 suits an AEC-supported production environment that needs wide, color, roll-fed output and can support a dedicated printer workflow. Its 64-inch maximum roll width, four-color ink system, and stated 720 x 1440 DPI resolution are meaningful when the output requirement matches them. It is less appropriate as the only document device in a plan room because it offers neither scanning nor copying. Give it a defined role, validate the Windows workflow, stock the listed Epson supplies, and leave enough floor space to operate it without playing forklift Tetris.
Spec analysis
How the specs grade
Overall performance
—Not enough data for an overall score
Individual dimensions are shown where the specs support them.
- This printer
Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Maximum print width | 64 in |
|---|---|
| Print technology | Inkjet |
| Maximum resolution | 720 x 1440 DPI |
| Printing colors | Cyan, Yellow, Magenta, Black |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
| Internal memory | 512 MB |
| Maximum print size | A0 (841 x 1189 mm) |
| Media thickness | 0.4 – 1 mm |
| Scanning | No |
| Power consumption | 570 W |
Specifications
Full technical detail
Print technologyInkjet
Max resolution720 x 1440 DPI
Max print width64"
ColorColor
Use caseGraphics / Production
Printing
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Printing colors | Cyan, Yellow, Magenta, Black |
| Print technology | Inkjet |
| Maximum resolution | 720 x 1440 DPI |
| Print head nozzles | 720 nozzles black, 720 nozzles per colour |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
| Print cartridge volume (metric) | 1500 ml |
Performance
| Display | LCD |
|---|---|
| Color display | Yes |
| Product color | Black |
| Internal memory | 512 MB |
| Built-in display | Yes |
| Country of origin | China |
Paper handling
| Roll paper | Yes |
|---|---|
| Media thickness | 0.4 – 1 mm |
| Maximum print size | A0 (841 x 1189 mm) |
| Maximum roll width | 64" (162.6 cm) |
| Media width (rolls) | 5 mm |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0…A9) | A0, A1, A2 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB port | No |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Depth | 36.8" (934 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 103.1" (2620 mm) |
| Height | 52.4" (1332 mm) |
| Weight | 639.3 lbs (290 kg) |
Power
| AC input voltage | 100-220 V |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (off) | 1 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 570 W |
Other features
| Ink drop | 4 |
|---|
Copying
| Copying | No |
|---|
Scanning
| Scanning | No |
|---|
Logistics data
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) |
|---|
Packaging data
| Manual | Yes |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 112.2" (2850 mm) |
| Package width | 43.7" (1110 mm) |
| Package height | 66.5" (1690 mm) |
| Package weight | 1057.1 lbs (479.5 kg) |
System requirements
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 7, 64-Bit-Version |
|---|---|
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 7 x64 |
Everything that fits the Epson SureColor SC-F9400
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
9 ink cartridges · 2 coverage plans
Epson SureColor SC-F9400 ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the Epson SureColor SC-F9400 64-in — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 9
Epson DS Transfer Multi-Purpose 111.8cm x 91.4m
Epson UltraChrome DS Cyan T46D240 (1.1Lx6)
Epson UltraChrome DS Magenta T46D340 (1.1Lx6)
Epson UltraChrome DS Yellow T46D440 (1.1Lx6)
Epson UltraChrome DS High Density Black T46D840 (1.1Lx6)
Epson DS Transfer Multi-Purpose II, 111.8cm x 91.4m
Epson DS Transfer Multi-Purpose II, 61cm x 91.4m
Epson DS Transfer Production II, 111.8cm x 152m
Epson DS Transfer Production II, 162cm x 175m
Questions
Straight answers
Can the Epson SC-F9400 scan marked-up plans or make copies?
No. The product data lists no scanning and no copying capability. A separate scanner or multifunction device is required for those tasks.
What is the widest roll the Epson SC-F9400 can accept?
The listed maximum roll width is 64 inches (162.6 cm). Confirm the actual media thickness is within the stated 0.016 to 0.039 inch range.
Is this a small-office printer?
Usually not. It is 103.1 inches wide, 36.8 inches deep, 52.4 inches high, and weighs 639.3 pounds, so it needs a planned floor location and service access.
Which operating systems are listed as supported?
Windows 10, Windows 7, and Windows 7 x64 are listed. Validate the driver and job-submission workflow with your current IT environment before purchase.
What supplies should an operator plan to manage?
The compatible list includes Epson UltraChrome DS inks, an Epson Waste ink bottle, Epson CP04OSWHCJ00 and Epson CP05OSWHCJ00 printheads, and specified Epson DS Transfer media.
Which in-family model should I compare first?
The Epson F9470 64-in is the closest listed comparison on maximum roll width. The Epson SC-F6400 44-in is a listed narrower-width alternative.
Ready to put the Epson SureColor SC-F9400 to work?
Configuration, media and a quote tailored to your workflow — from AEC plotter specialists.