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Epson SureColor SC-T3100
24" technical / CAD plotter
- ModelSC-T3100
- Prints24" wide
- Score56/100
Authorized Epson dealerGenuine hardware & ink
Manufacturer warrantyExtendable to 4 years
Free shippingContinental U.S.
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Analyst take
- The Epson SC-T3100 is a 24-inch color technical inkjet printer with roll-paper and cut-sheet support.
- Its listed A1 maximum print size suits office-scale technical drawings, revisions, and color coordination documents.
- HP-GL/2 and HP-RTL support make it relevant to established CAD plotting workflows.
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- Wide-format reach Prints up to 24" wide on rolls and sheets.
- Fine detail 2400 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution for crisp line work.
- Ink platform Black, Cyan, Yellow, Magenta.
- Connectivity Wi-Fi + Ethernet for shared team printing.
- Verified specs 10 specs checked against the manufacturer datasheet.
- Analyst score Scores 56/100 in our class-relative rating.
Overview
Built for the work
Epson SureColor SC-T3100, Inkjet, 2400 x 1200 DPI, ESC/P-R, HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, Black, Cyan, Yellow, Magenta, 26 ml, 50 ml, 80 ml, PrecisionCore
- 24″Max print width
- 4Ink channels
- 2,400 dpiMax resolution
Spec Analysis
overall
overall
Where it performs best
Connections
100
Size / Fit
96
Print Quality
83
Class best is 60. How we grade →
Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The Epson SC-T3100 is a 24-inch color technical inkjet printer with roll-paper and cut-sheet support.
- Its listed A1 maximum print size suits office-scale technical drawings, revisions, and color coordination documents.
- HP-GL/2 and HP-RTL support make it relevant to established CAD plotting workflows.
- Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, and listed SSL/TLS, SNMP, and IPSec support office and managed-network deployment.
- It has no scanning or copying, so document capture requires a separate workflow or a different model.
- A dual-roll model such as the Epson T3770DR 24-in becomes more relevant when paper switching starts consuming staff time.
It is 4:45 p.m., the permit set needs one more marked-up sheet, and nobody wants to send a file across town for a single plan. The Epson SC-T3100 is built for that office-side job: a 24-inch color inkjet printer for A1-size output, roll paper, and cut sheets.
For architects, engineers, surveyors, and site teams, its practical value is keeping everyday CAD PDFs, HP-GL/2 files, coordination drawings, and color-marked plan revisions close to the people making decisions. It supports HP-GL/2 and HP-RTL, along with direct printing, Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and Wi-Fi Direct. That gives a small team several ways to submit work without turning the printer into its own minor construction project.
A1 (23" x 33" (594 x 841 mm))Maximum print sizeSuitable for office-scale technical drawings and presentation output within its listed format limit.
24" (61 cm)Maximum roll widthA practical size for a local design or project office.
2400 x 1200 DPIMaximum resolutionUseful context for detailed linework, annotations, and color overlays.
+/- 0.1Line accuracyA published specification worth validating with your own drawing standards and media.
Where it earns its floor space
The SC-T3100 makes sense where output is intermittent but important. Think permit revisions, a few coordination sheets for a clash meeting, site logistics plans, GIS maps, or color-coded MEP markups. Its four inks—black, cyan, yellow, and magenta—are a sensible fit for technical color rather than a claim that every presentation board needs to come off this machine.
The PrecisionCore printhead, 2400 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution, and listed minimum line width of 0.000787″ (0.0200 mm) point toward detailed technical output. The meaningful test is still your own: print the smallest text, lightest screened line, and densest discipline overlay your team actually issues. A spec sheet has never had to explain a missing revision cloud.
Its 4.3-inch color touchscreen and 1024 MB internal memory should help with normal office operation, while SSL/TLS, SNMP, and IPSec matter when IT needs the printer on a managed network. Apple AirPrint is also listed for mobile printing.
Bottom line: This is an on-demand technical printer for teams that need drawings nearby, not a substitute for a staffed production room.
Paper, workflow, and the limits that matter
The machine accepts roll paper and cut sheets, with a maximum rear-roll diameter of 4.69″ (11.9 cm) and listed rear-roll weight of 9.26 lbs (4.2 kg). That is manageable for a local office, but it also sets the operating rhythm: one loaded roll, then a change when the next job needs another stock. For ordinary technical output, supported media includes Epson Bond Paper White 80, Epson Bond Paper Bright 90, and Epson Bond Paper Satin 90.
Use Epson UltraChrome XD2 inks and the Epson SureColor Maintenance box :LFP desktop as the specified supply families. An Epson Optional Cut Sheet Output Stacker Tray is available for firms using cut sheets regularly.
There is no scanning or copying. If walk-up scan-to-file and plan copying are part of the daily routine, look instead at the Epson SC-T3100M 24-in or verify the exact scanning workflow required before buying. The SC-T3100 is for printing. Asking it to replace a scanner is how good equipment gets blamed for bad procurement.
Bottom line: It handles everyday technical media well, but its single-roll, print-only setup needs to match the team’s actual paper and document-capture routine.
How it sits in the Epson technical line
The SC-T3100 is the straightforward print-only choice in this part of the range. The Epson SC-T3100N 24-in is the close related option to examine when comparing configurations, while the Epson SC-T3100M 24-in is the relevant in-family alternative for buyers who need a machine with scanning capability.
For offices where roll changes are becoming a daily nuisance, the Epson T3770DR 24-in deserves a serious look because it is listed as a dual-roll model. That second loaded roll matters when one project wants bond paper and another needs a different stock. It becomes more compelling as unattended output and mixed-media work become routine.
Against same-width alternatives, compare application fit and network workflow rather than chasing resolution alone. The SC-T3100 and Canon GP-200 24-in comparison is a useful starting point for a side-by-side review.
Bottom line: Choose the SC-T3100 when one local roll and print-only operation fit the work; move up when scanning or dual-roll operation is a recurring deadline problem.
Related technical-printing decisions
Epson SC-T3100M 24-inFor buyers evaluating an in-family model with scanning capability.Epson T3770DR 24-inFor teams considering dual-roll operation.Compare with Canon GP-200 24-inReview a same-class cross-brand alternative.Technical printer class rankingSee how this model is positioned within its class.
The read
The Epson SC-T3100 fits small architecture studios, discipline teams, survey offices, and construction trailers that need dependable local color plotting up to its listed A1 maximum. It has the core AEC languages, wired and wireless networking, roll and cut-sheet support, and security protocols a managed office will recognize. It is less appropriate for a busy reprographics department, a team that must scan and copy drawings, or an office that routinely needs two paper types ready at once. Bottom line: Buy it for nearby, everyday technical output—not for production-volume work it was never asked to carry.
Spec analysis
How the specs grade
Overall performance
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Category leaders best technical / CAD plotters, by dimension
Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Maximum roll width | 24 in (610 mm) |
|---|---|
| Maximum print length | 46.8 in (1189 mm)manufacturer-verified |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 dpi |
| Print head / inks | PrecisionCore, 800 nozzles x 4 colors (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) |
| Page description languages | HP-GL/2, HP RTL, ESC/P raster |
| Internal memory / storage | 1.0 GB memory; 8.0 GB internal storage |
| Ethernet | 10/100/1000BASE-T (Gigabit) with Energy Efficient Ethernet |
| Maximum roll diameter | 4.7 in (119 mm) on 2-in core |
| Weight | 83.8 lb (38 kg) |
| Warranty | Six monthsmanufacturer-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 resolution2400 x 1200 DPI
Max print width24"
ColorColor
ConnectivityEthernet (Gigabit LAN), USB, Wi-Fi
Use caseCAD / Technical
Printing
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Print head | PrecisionCore |
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Yellow, Magenta |
| Print technology | Inkjet |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Print head nozzles | 800 nozzles black, 800 nozzles per colour |
| Page description languages | ESC/P-R, HP-GL/2, HP-RTL |
| Print cartridge volume (metric) | 26 ml, 50 ml, 80 ml |
Performance
| Display | LCD |
|---|---|
| Control type | Touch |
| Color display | Yes |
| Product color | White |
| Internal memory | 1024 MB |
| Built-in display | Yes |
| Display diagonal | 4.3" |
| Country of origin | Indonesia |
| Sound power level (standby) | 32 dB |
| Sound pressure level (standby) | 32 dB |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 49 dB |
Paper handling
| Cut sheets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Roll paper | Yes |
| Media thickness | SingleSheet0.3 |
| Maximum print size | A1 (594 x 841 mm) |
| Maximum roll width | 24" (61 cm) |
| Maximum roll diameter | 4.69" (11.9 cm) |
| Print margin cut-sheet | 3 x 3 x 3 x 3 |
| Roll weight (rear roll) | 9.26 lbs (4.2 kg) |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0…A9) | A1, A2, A3, A3+, A4 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0…B9) | B1, B2, B3, B4, B5 |
Ports & interfaces
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB port | No |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| USB connector | USB Type-A |
| Direct printing | Yes |
| Security algorithms | SSL/TLS, SNMP, IPSec |
| RJ-45 ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Supported network protocols | TLS, SSL, SNMP, IPSec, IPv6, IEEE802 |
| Mobile printing technologies | Apple AirPrint |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) ports quantity | 1 |
Weight & dimensions
| Depth | 27.4" (696 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 38.2" (970 mm) |
| Height | 35.9" (913 mm) |
| Weight | 83.8 lbs (38 kg) |
Power
| AC input voltage | 100-240 V |
|---|---|
| AC input frequency | 50 – 60 Hz |
| Power consumption (off) | 0.2 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 8 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 28 W |
Other features
| Ink drop | 4 |
|---|---|
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Line accuracy | +/- 0.1 |
| Minimum line width | 0.000787" (0.0200 mm) |
| Compatible products | WorkForce DS-6500, WorkForce DS-60000 |
Copying
| Copying | No |
|---|
Scanning
| Scanning | No |
|---|
Logistics data
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) |
|---|---|
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84433210 |
Packaging data
| Manual | Yes |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 47.2" (1200 mm) |
| Package width | 28.7" (730 mm) |
| Package height | 23.6" (600 mm) |
| Package weight | 113.3 lbs (51.4 kg) |
| Drivers included | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Cartridge(s) included | Yes |
System requirements
| Compatible operating systems | Mac OS X 10.6.8 or later, Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows Vista, Windows XP |
|---|---|
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows Vista, Windows XP |
Everything that fits the Epson SureColor SC-T3100
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
11 ink cartridges · 28 paper & media items · 5 accessories · 6 coverage plans
Epson SureColor SC-T3100 ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the Epson SureColor SC-T3100 — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 11
Epson Roll Feed Spindle 24" LFP desktop
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD2 Cyan T40C240(26ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD2 Yellow T40D440(50ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD2 Magenta T40C340(26ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD2 Yellow T40C440(26ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD2 Magenta T40D340(50ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD2 Black T40C140(50ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD2 Black T40D140(80ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD2 Cyan T40D240(50ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD2 Magenta T40C340(26ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD2 Magenta T40D340(50ml)Paper & Media 28
Representative image8 Mil Water-Resistant PolypropyleneRepresentative image8 Mil Satin Photo PaperRepresentative image8 Mil Gloss Photo PaperRepresentative image5 Mil Water-Resistant Self-Adh Vinyl (3" AC)Representative image6 Mil Water-Resistant Self-Adhesive PolypropyleneRepresentative imageHP Bright White Inkjet Paper, 4-packRepresentative imageMagic Firenze 170gsm Coated Matte Paper (Firenze170)Representative imageMagic 98gsm/26# Coated Matte Paper (DMPG98)Representative image8mil Satin Microporous Photo Paper (791)Representative image8mil Gloss Microporous Photo Paper (790)Representative image20LB Inkjet Vellum (772)Representative image6.5mil Matte Coated Paper w/ PSA (746PSA)
Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper, DIN A3, 255g/m², 20 Sheets
Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper Roll, 24" x 30,5 m, 170g/m²
Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper Roll, 24" x 30,5 m, 170g/m²
Epson Singleweight Matte Paper Roll, 17" x 40 m, 120g/m²
Epson Glossy Photo Paper, DIN A4, 225g/m², 20 Sheets
Epson Glossy Photo Paper BOGOF, DIN A4, 225g/m², 40 Sheets
Epson Glossy Photo Paper, DIN A4, 225g/m², 100 Sheets
Epson Glossy Photo Paper, DIN A4, 225g/m², 50 Sheets
Epson Singleweight Matte Paper Roll, 24" x 40 m, 120g/m²
Epson Bond Paper White 80, 610mm x 50m
Epson Bond Paper Bright 90, 594mm x 50m
Epson Bond Paper Bright 90, 610mm x 50m White Matte
Epson Bond Paper Satin 90, 610mm x 50m
Epson Coated Paper 95, 610mm x 45m
Epson Presentation Paper HiRes 120, 610mm x 30m
Epson Bond Paper White 80, 594mm x 50mAccessories 5
Coverage & Support Plans 6
1-Yr NBD Whole Unit Exchange (at hardware purchase) – SureColor T3100 (PST3100E1)
2-Yr NBD Whole Unit Exchange (at hardware purchase) – SureColor T3100 (PST3100E2)1-Yr NBD Whole Unit Exchange (at hardware purchase) – SureColor T3170M (PST3100ME1)
4-Yr NBD Whole Unit Exchange (at hardware purchase) – SureColor T3100 (PST3100E4)2-Yr NBD Whole Unit Exchange (at hardware purchase) – SureColor T3170M (PST3100ME2)4-Yr NBD Whole Unit Exchange (at hardware purchase) – SureColor T3170M (PST3100ME4)Questions
Straight answers
Can the Epson SC-T3100 print CAD and technical drawing files?
It supports HP-GL/2 and HP-RTL page-description languages, along with direct printing. Those are relevant formats for many established CAD plotting workflows.
What is the largest listed print size?
The listed maximum print size is A1 (23″ x 33″ (594 x 841 mm)). Its maximum roll width is 24″ (61 cm).
Can it scan marked-up plans or make copies?
No. The product data lists both scanning and copying as unavailable. Firms needing walk-up scan-and-copy capability should evaluate the Epson SC-T3100M 24-in and confirm the required workflow.
What connectivity does it offer?
The SC-T3100 includes Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, and a USB Type-A connector. Apple AirPrint is listed among its mobile-printing technologies.
What supplies should buyers plan to stock?
Specified supplies include Epson UltraChrome XD2 inks and the Epson SureColor Maintenance box :LFP desktop. Supported technical media includes Epson Bond Paper White 80, Epson Bond Paper Bright 90, and Epson Bond Paper Satin 90.
When should a buyer consider a larger step-up in the family?
Consider the Epson T3770DR 24-in when dual-roll operation would reduce repeated media changes. That matters most when teams regularly alternate between paper stocks or need more unattended output.
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