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Epson SureColor SC-S50600
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- ModelSC-S50600
- Score55/100
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2-year warranty includedExtension plans available
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Analyst take
- The Epson SureColor SC-S50600 (4C) uses four inks: Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow.
- Its listed normal-quality print speed is 52 m2/h, but completed-job time also depends on setup and handling.
- It supports media from 0.004 to 0.039 inches thick, so intended stocks should be tested before workflow standardization.
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- Fine detail 1440 x 1440 DPI maximum resolution for crisp line work.
- Ink platform Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow.
- Connectivity Ethernet for shared team printing.
- Verified specs 4 specs checked against the manufacturer datasheet.
- Analyst score Scores 55/100 in our class-relative rating.
Overview
Built for the work
Epson SureColor SC-S50600 (4C), Inkjet, 1440 x 1440 DPI, Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, 52 m2/h, Micro Piezo, 0.1 – 1 mm
- 560 ft²/hRated speed
- 4Ink channels
- 1,440 dpiMax resolution
- 24 moIncluded warranty
Spec Analysis
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Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The Epson SureColor SC-S50600 (4C) uses four inks: Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow.
- Its listed normal-quality print speed is 52 m2/h, but completed-job time also depends on setup and handling.
- It supports media from 0.004 to 0.039 inches thick, so intended stocks should be tested before workflow standardization.
- The printer needs deliberate placement: it weighs 524.7 pounds, measures 103.1 inches wide, and produces 60.5 dB while printing.
- There is no listed in-family step-up or step-down model available for a direct same-series comparison.
At 4:45 p.m., the person at the output end does not care about a glossy spec sheet. They need a color coordination drawing, a site exhibit, or a marked-up plan to come out cleanly enough to use before the meeting starts. The Epson SureColor SC-S50600 (4C) is a large-format four-color inkjet printer for that kind of deadline-driven color output, with Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow inks and a Micro Piezo print head.
For AEC teams, it is most relevant where ordinary black-line work is joined by color-heavy communication: phasing plans, utility maps, wayfinding graphics, presentation material, and coordination sheets. Its listed normal-quality speed is 52 m2/h. Useful figure, but a full job still includes file processing, media loading, output handling, and the inevitable question of who changed the roll last.
52 m2/hListed normal-quality print speedA rated figure; real job time also includes setup and handling.
1440 x 1440 DPIMaximum resolutionRelevant when fine detail and color graphics share the same sheet.
0.004"–0.039" (0.1 – 1 mm)Supported media thicknessCheck each intended media against this range before standardizing workflow.
895 WTypical power consumptionWorth including in print-room electrical and energy planning.
Where it earns its floor space
This machine makes the most sense when color is part of the working document, not just a cover sheet. Civil teams can use color to separate utilities and alignments. Construction staff can issue phasing and logistics graphics. Architects can produce presentation-oriented sheets without moving every job to a separate graphics device. The 1440 x 1440 DPI maximum resolution gives the operator headroom for detailed output, while the four-color configuration keeps the ink set straightforward.
Connectivity is practical for a shared print area: Ethernet LAN, one RJ-45 port, USB 2.0, and a USB Type-A connector are listed. The built-in LCD matters too. It gives the person loading media or checking a job a local point of control rather than making every small intervention an IT ticket.
Bottom line: It fits teams that need color documents to do real project work, not merely look polite in a conference room.
Media, ink, and the operator’s part of the bargain
The listed media-thickness range is 0.004 to 0.039 inches. That is the number to bring into a media review, along with the actual stock samples your team intends to run. Do not assume every board, film, or specialty sheet belongs in the same workflow. Paper has a way of becoming “standard” right up until it jams during a bid deadline.
The resolved ink family is Epson UltraChrome GS2. Supported media-related options include the Epson Heavy Roll Media System SureColor S Series, Epson Media Holding Plate for S+F Series, and Epson Media Holding Plate for SC-S Series MK2. Those names matter because media loading and restraint are operational issues, not accessory trivia. A printer can be technically capable and still lose the afternoon if the material is not controlled properly.
At 60.5 dB sound pressure while printing, place it as a working production device rather than assuming it disappears into a quiet design studio.
Bottom line: Validate media handling with the stocks you actually buy, not the roll that behaved itself in a demo.
Use the plot-time estimator to turn the listed rated speed into a rough production window, then allow time for loading, processing, and output handling.
One set: – · Weekly plotting time: –
Computed from the manufacturer's rated 560 ft²/h. Real-world mixed sets run slower — treat this as a best case for comparing machines, not a promise.
Comparison and deployment context
There is no listed in-family step-up or step-down model in the available catalog, so a clean same-series ladder cannot be claimed here. For a broader catalog comparison, the Canon GP-300 36-in is one current 36-inch alternative to evaluate, and the Canon iPF770 36-in is another listed option with scanner/MFP capability. Those are different product configurations, so compare the actual workflow rather than circling one resolution or speed figure in red ink.
This Epson is less appropriate when the central requirement is an integrated scanner/MFP workflow, when the office cannot accommodate a 524.7-pound device, or when the operating systems outside the listed compatibility set are mandatory. The stated compatible systems are Mac OS 10.4+, Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP. IT should confirm driver, network, security, and submission requirements in the live environment before deployment.
Use the side-by-side comparison and the class ranking as starting points. They do not replace sending representative PDFs and CAD output through the proposed workflow.
Bottom line: Buy around the files, media, room, and support model you have on Monday morning—not the demo you saw on Thursday.
Continue the evaluation
The read
The Epson SureColor SC-S50600 (4C) is a sensible fit for AEC groups that need four-color large-format output for communication-heavy drawings and graphics, have room for a 103.1-inch-wide device, and can support its media workflow. Its 512 MB internal memory, Ethernet LAN connection, LCD, and listed 52 m2/h normal-quality speed give it a practical production profile. The trade-off is straightforward: it is not presented here as an integrated scanning solution, and its stated legacy operating-system list deserves an IT check before anyone calls it a plug-in replacement. Bottom line: Good fit for color document production with disciplined media handling; wrong fit if scanning or modern-platform validation is the first requirement.
Spec analysis
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The specs that decide it
| Max print length | 22 inmanufacturer-verified |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 1440 x 1440 DPI |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) |
| Print head | Micro Piezo |
| Internal memory | 512 MB |
| USB connectivity | USB high speed (ver 2.0) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes (1x RJ-45) |
| Media thickness | 0.1 – 1 mm |
| Warranty | Two-year limited warrantymanufacturer-verified |
| Sustainability | Energy Star |
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 | Micro Piezo |
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Print technology | Inkjet |
| Maximum resolution | 1440 x 1440 DPI |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
| Print speed (normal quality) | 52 m2/h |
Performance
| Display | LCD |
|---|---|
| Internal memory | 512 MB |
| Built-in display | Yes |
| Country of origin | China |
| Sound power level (standby) | 7.9 dB |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 60.5 dB |
Paper handling
| Media thickness | 0.1 – 1 mm |
|---|
Ports & interfaces
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| USB connector | USB Type-A |
| RJ-45 ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 524.7 lbs (238 kg) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 103.1 x 49.6 x 51.6" (2620 x 1259 x 1311 mm) |
Power
| Power requirements | AC 100 – 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (standby) | 14 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 895 W |
Logistics data
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) |
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Packaging data
| Package depth | 124.6" (3165 mm) |
|---|---|
| Package width | 43.3" (1100 mm) |
| Package height | 70.7" (1795 mm) |
| Package weight | 735.2 lbs (333.5 kg) |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
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System requirements
| Compatible operating systems | Mac OS 10.4+ Windows 7 (32/64-bit) Windows Vista (32/64-bit) Windows XP (32/64-bit) |
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Everything that fits the Epson SureColor SC-S50600
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
4 ink cartridges · 3 accessories
Epson SureColor SC-S50600 ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
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Ink Cartridges 4
Questions
Straight answers
What AEC work is this printer suited to?
It is suited to color-dependent project communication such as coordination drawings, site exhibits, phasing plans, utility maps, logistics graphics, and presentation-oriented sheets. Fit should be confirmed with the PDFs, CAD output, and media used by the actual team.
What ink family does the Epson SureColor SC-S50600 (4C) use?
The resolved compatible ink family is Epson UltraChrome GS2. The printer is listed with four cartridges and prints in Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow.
Can it run heavier or specialty media?
Its listed media-thickness range is 0.004 to 0.039 inches. Test each proposed stock, including any board, film, or specialty material, within that stated range.
What should IT verify before deployment?
Confirm the live workflow for Ethernet LAN or USB submission, driver behavior, authentication needs, and security controls. The listed compatible operating systems are Mac OS 10.4+, Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP.
Is this an integrated scan-copy-print device?
The supplied product data identifies it as an inkjet printer and lists no scanner or MFP function. Teams that need integrated scanning should evaluate that requirement separately.
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