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Epson SureColor SC-S40600
64" technical / CAD plotter
- ModelSC-S40600
- Prints64" wide
- Score41/100
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1-year warranty includedExtension plans available
Free shippingContinental U.S.
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Analyst take
- The Epson SureColor SC-S40600 is a color roll-media inkjet printer, not a scanner or copier.
- Its four-color Black, Cyan, Yellow, Magenta configuration suits workflows where color carries project information.
- The listed 0.004"–0.039" media-thickness range should be checked against every intended substrate before purchase.
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- Wide-format reach Prints up to 64" wide on rolls and sheets.
- Fine detail 1440 x 1440 DPI maximum resolution for crisp line work.
- Ink platform UltraChrome GS3 (CMYK).
- Connectivity Ethernet for shared team printing.
- Verified specs 8 specs checked against the manufacturer datasheet.
- Analyst score Scores 41/100 in our class-relative rating.
Overview
Built for the work
Epson SureColor SC-S40600, Inkjet, 1440 x 1440 DPI, ESC/P-R, Black, Cyan, Yellow, Magenta, 700 ml, PrecisionCore™ TFP
- 64″Max print width
- 4Ink channels
- 1,440 dpiMax resolution
- 12 moIncluded warranty
Spec Analysis
overall
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Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The Epson SureColor SC-S40600 is a color roll-media inkjet printer, not a scanner or copier.
- Its four-color Black, Cyan, Yellow, Magenta configuration suits workflows where color carries project information.
- The listed 0.004"–0.039" media-thickness range should be checked against every intended substrate before purchase.
- At 103.1 inches wide and 615.1 lbs, this machine requires planned print-room space and installation access.
- No verified speed figure is provided here, so productive throughput must be tested using real AEC files.
- The listed HP DesignJet Z6 64-in and HP DesignJet Z9+ 64-in are appropriate cross-brand comparison points.
At 4:45 p.m., the person at the output tray does not care about a brochure. They need a color drawing, map, exhibit, or presentation graphic that is readable, sized correctly, and out the door before the meeting starts. The Epson SureColor SC-S40600 is a large-format color inkjet built for roll media, with four-color printing and a PrecisionCore TFP printhead.
For AEC teams, this is a production device rather than a walk-up copier. It prints; it does not scan or copy. That distinction matters when the print room is also expected to capture redlines, reproduce legacy plans, or create quick copies from paper originals. Those jobs need another device in the workflow.
1440 x 1440 DPIMaximum resolutionUseful context for detailed color graphics and fine visual elements.
Black, Cyan, Yellow, MagentaInk configurationA four-color setup for color output.
0.004"–0.039" (0.1 – 1 mm)Media thicknessConfirm every planned substrate falls within this stated range.
615.1 lbs (279 kg)Machine weightPlan the location, access route, and installation before delivery day.
Where it fits in an AEC workflow
The SC-S40600 fits teams that need color output from roll media and can submit finished digital files to a dedicated printer. Think project exhibits, color-coded coordination material, GIS graphics, site visuals, presentation output, and other work where color carries information rather than decoration. Its listed 1440 x 1440 DPI maximum resolution and 4.2 pl ink drop provide a sensible starting point for detailed graphic work, but a real drawing-file test is still the only honest way to judge small text, screened fills, and linework from your own PDFs.
Connectivity is straightforward: Gigabit Ethernet and USB Type-B are listed, along with support for Windows and Mac operating systems. The control panel is a 2.72-inch color LCD. That is enough for local machine status, not a substitute for disciplined file naming, release procedures, or job tracking. Nobody has ever fixed a missing revision cloud with a prettier touchscreen.
Bottom line: It is most useful when color output is part of a controlled digital production workflow, not when paper originals drive the day.
The operational trade-offs
The printer measures 103.1 inches wide, 42.9 inches deep, and 52.7 inches high. It weighs 615.1 lbs. Give it a permanent home with room for loading roll paper, removing output, and reaching service areas. The listed printing sound pressure level is 55.4 dB, so it deserves consideration in an open studio or construction-office setting where calls and coordination meetings happen nearby.
Consumables and routine care belong in the operating plan. The supported ink family is Epson UltraChrome GS3. The machine also uses an Epson Waste ink bottle, while listed maintenance items include Epson C13S210044 and Epson C13S210036. For workflows where output handling or drying affects turnaround, the Epson Advanced Additional Print Drying System is a listed accessory. Media handling can also be tailored with the Epson Media Holding Plate for SC-S Series MK3.
Bottom line: A printer this size needs a print-room plan, not a spare corner and optimism.
How to compare it
There is no in-family step-up or step-down model identified in the available catalog set, so a same-series ladder cannot be stated responsibly here. The more useful comparison is workflow-led. The HP DesignJet Z6 64-in and HP DesignJet Z9+ 64-in are listed cross-brand alternatives. Both are 64-inch thermal inkjet devices with listed 2400 x 1200 DPI resolution, while the SC-S40600 is listed at 1440 x 1440 DPI and uses inkjet technology with a PrecisionCore TFP printhead.
Do not buy on resolution alone. Bring representative CAD PDFs, GIS files, shaded BIM exports, and the media you intend to run. Check the first output, repeat output, color consistency, fine-line readability, operator steps, and what happens when several people submit work at once. Use the SC-S40600 and HP DesignJet Z6 64-in comparison and the class ranking page as shortlisting tools, then let a live file test settle the argument.
Bottom line: The right comparison is the one that exposes delay, waste, and operator intervention in your actual deadline workflow.
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The read
The Epson SureColor SC-S40600 is a credible fit for an AEC team that needs dedicated color output from digital files on roll media and has the floor space, operator ownership, and supporting workflow to run it properly. Its limits are plain: no scanning, no copying, and no verified speed information supplied here to support a volume promise. If your day begins with paper originals or depends on rapid walk-up reproduction, look elsewhere or pair it with a wide-format multifunction device. If color production is the assignment, test it with the files that keep your team late.
Spec analysis
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Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Maximum print width | 63.6 in |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 1440 x 1440 dpi |
| Print speed (Epson quoted) | 105 and 140 sq ft/hrmanufacturer-verified |
| Ink platform | UltraChrome GS3 (CMYK)manufacturer-verified |
| Ink cartridge volume | 700 ml |
| Roll width range | 12 to 64 inmanufacturer-verified |
| Media thickness | 45 gsm up to 1 mm thick |
| Print head | PrecisionCore TFP, 360 nozzles per color |
| Connectivity | Gigabit Ethernet + Hi-Speed USB 2.0 |
| Warranty | One-year on-site limited warrantymanufacturer-verified |
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 technologyInkjet
Max resolution1440 x 1440 DPI
ColorColor
ConnectivityEthernet (Gigabit LAN), USB
Use caseGraphics / Production
Printing
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Print head | PrecisionCore™ TFP |
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Yellow, Magenta |
| Print technology | Inkjet |
| Maximum resolution | 1440 x 1440 DPI |
| Print head nozzles | 360 nozzles black,360 nozzles per colour |
| Page description languages | ESC/P-R |
| Print cartridge volume (metric) | 700 ml |
Performance
| Display | LCD |
|---|---|
| Color display | Yes |
| Product color | Black, Blue, Gray |
| Internal memory | 512 MB |
| Built-in display | Yes |
| Display diagonal | 2.72" |
| Country of origin | China |
| Sound power level (standby) | 7.4 dB |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 55.4 dB |
Paper handling
| Roll paper | Yes |
|---|---|
| Media thickness | 0.1 – 1 mm |
| Maximum print size | 625 x 1625 mm |
Ports & interfaces
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| USB connector | USB Type-B |
| RJ-45 ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
Weight & dimensions
| Depth | 42.9" (1090 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 103.1" (2620 mm) |
| Height | 52.7" (1338 mm) |
| Weight | 615.1 lbs (279 kg) |
Power
| AC input voltage | 100-240 V |
|---|---|
| AC input frequency | 50 – 60 Hz |
| Power consumption (off) | 1.5 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 12 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 480 W |
| Power consumption (PowerSave) | 330 W |
Other features
| Ink drop | 4.2 pl |
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Copying
| Copying | No |
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Scanning
| Scanning | No |
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Logistics data
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) |
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Packaging data
| Manual | Yes |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 124.8" (3170 mm) |
| Package width | 43.3" (1100 mm) |
| Package height | 63.6" (1615 mm) |
| Package weight | 1168.4 lbs (530 kg) |
| Drivers included | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
System requirements
| Compatible operating systems | Mac OS 10.4+, Windows 7, Windows 7, 64-Bit-Version, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, 64-Bit-Version, Windows XP, Windows XP, 64-Bit-Version |
|---|---|
| Mac operating systems supported | Yes |
| Windows operating systems supported | Yes |
Everything that fits the Epson SureColor SC-S40600
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
4 ink cartridges · 12 paper & media items · 5 accessories
Epson SureColor SC-S40600 ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the Epson SureColor SC-S40600 — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 4
Paper & Media 12
Representative image225gsm Solvent Satin PE PaperRepresentative image225gsm Gloss Solvent PE PaperRepresentative image10 Mil Solvent Blockout Display FilmRepresentative imageKODAK Premium Photo Paper, Satin / 10 Mil / Solvent (Pallet Only)Representative imageKODAK Premium Photo Paper, Satin / 10 Mil / SolventRepresentative imageKODAK Premium Photo Paper, Glossy / 10 Mil / SolventRepresentative imageMagic 9mil Universal Matte Coated PP Film (PPM7)Representative imageMagic 8mil Satin Wet-Strength Paper (POSTERMAX)Representative imageMagic 7.5mil Inside Mount Perforated Window Vinyl (NEWVUE)Representative imageMagic 7mil Gloss Photorealistic Paper (GFPHOTO)Representative imageMagic 15mil Poly-Cotton Satin Canvas (GFCVM)Representative imageMagic 6mil Outside Mount Perforated Window Vinyl (BROADVUE)
Questions
Straight answers
Can the Epson SureColor SC-S40600 scan existing drawings or make copies?
No. The supplied product data lists scanning as No and copying as No. Paper-originated workflows require a separate scanning or multifunction device.
What inks does the Epson SureColor SC-S40600 use?
The compatible ink family listed for this model is Epson UltraChrome GS3. An Epson Waste ink bottle is also listed as a compatible consumable.
Will it fit in a typical AEC print room?
It is 103.1 inches wide, 42.9 inches deep, and 52.7 inches high, with a weight of 615.1 lbs. Measure access routes, operating clearance, and the final location before installation.
What network connections are available?
The printer has one RJ-45 port with Gigabit Ethernet support and one USB 2.0 Type-B port. Windows and Mac operating systems are listed as supported.
How should an AEC firm compare this printer with alternatives?
Run the same representative PDFs, GIS files, and presentation graphics on each shortlisted device. Check readable fine detail, output handling, repeatability, and the operator time required around the print itself.
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