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Epson SureColor SC-T3700DE
color graphics & photo printer
- ModelSC-T3700DE
- Score53/100
Analyst take
- The SC-T3700DE is a color inkjet wide-format printer with six inks and a maximum resolution of 2400 x 1200 DPI.
- Its PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, and ESC/P support makes it relevant to common CAD-to-PDF AEC document workflows.
- There is no scanning or copying, so it is not a replacement for a wide-format multifunction archive-and-copy station.
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- Fine detail 2400 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution for crisp line work.
- Ink platform UltraChrome DL SJIC47P pigment ink.
- Verified specs 5 specs checked against the manufacturer datasheet.
- Analyst score Scores 53/100 in our class-relative rating.
Overview
Built for the work
Epson SureColor SC-T3700DE, Inkjet, 2400 x 1200 DPI, ESC P, HP-GL/2, PDF 1.7, Cyan, Magenta, Matte black, Photo black, Red, Yellow, A1 (594 x 841 mm), Roll
- 6Ink channels
- 2,400 dpiMax resolution
- 12 moIncluded warranty
overall
Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The SC-T3700DE is a color inkjet wide-format printer with six inks and a maximum resolution of 2400 x 1200 DPI.
- Its PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, and ESC/P support makes it relevant to common CAD-to-PDF AEC document workflows.
- There is no scanning or copying, so it is not a replacement for a wide-format multifunction archive-and-copy station.
- It supports roll media and cut sheets, with compatible bond, coated, presentation, synthetic, and photo media options.
- The Epson SC-T3700E 24-in is the smaller in-family comparison, while the Epson T7770DR 44-in addresses wider dual-roll needs.
When a coordination drawing leaves the screen, the test is immediate: tiny dimensions must stay open, revision clouds must remain distinct, and color-coded services cannot dissolve into a muddy knot. The Epson SC-T3700DE is a color inkjet wide-format printer for that practical AEC moment, with six inks—Cyan, Magenta, Matte black, Photo black, Red, and Yellow—and a maximum resolution of 2400 x 1200 DPI.
It is a print-only device: there is no integrated scanner or copying function. That makes it a focused fit for architecture, engineering, surveying, and construction teams that generate drawings digitally and need output from PDF, HP-GL/2, or ESC/P workflows, rather than a walk-up archive-and-copy station.
Where it belongs in an AEC workflow
The SC-T3700DE is particularly well suited to teams producing permit sheets, design-development drawings, color utility plans, GIS exhibits, site logistics maps, and presentation-oriented technical output. Its support for PDF 1.7 and HP-GL/2 matters because those remain familiar handoff formats between CAD authoring, document-control, and print-room workflows. Cut sheets are supported alongside roll media, which is useful when a project team alternates between plan output and smaller review documents.
For everyday drawing work, compatible options include Epson Bond Paper White 80, Epson Bond Paper Bright 90, and Epson Bond Paper Satin 90. Firms that occasionally need a more visual project exhibit can also evaluate compatible coated, presentation, synthetic, and photo media. The result will still depend on the source PDF, driver settings, and chosen media; resolution alone does not settle fine-line behavior.
Capacity, placement, and operational limits
At 53.7″ wide, 19.6″ deep, and 38.4″ high, the printer has a relatively shallow listed depth for a wide-format device, though teams should still allow working room for loading roll media and collecting drawings. It accepts rolls up to a 6.69″ diameter. Its listed typical power consumption is 75 W, with 0.3 W in standby and 32 W in PowerSave.
The important limitation is functional rather than cosmetic: this model does not scan or copy. A contractor receiving marked-up paper sets, a survey group converting legacy originals, or a central print room that needs routine wide-format copying should look toward a scanning workflow or a multifunction alternative such as the Epson SC-T5200 38-in.
How it sits within the Epson range
If the requirement is a smaller-format device, the Epson SC-T3700E 24-in is the natural in-family comparison. For teams that specifically need dual-roll operation at 24 inches, consider the Epson T3770DR 24-in. At the other end of the workflow, the Epson T7770DR 44-in is the relevant comparison for organizations whose drawings and maps demand a wider dual-roll platform.
The SC-T3700DE can also be equipped with an optional Epson 1TB SSD and Epson Print Admin options for organizations assessing print administration. Those capabilities deserve a local workflow review: IT should confirm how user access, accounting, and job submission will operate in its own environment before treating them as a complete managed-print design.
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The read
The Epson SC-T3700DE is a sensible fit for digitally driven AEC teams that need color wide-format output, familiar PDF and HP-GL/2 compatibility, and a dedicated printer rather than an all-in-one reprographics station. It becomes less appropriate when wide-format scanning, copying, or explicitly dual-roll production is central to the job. Before selection, confirm the media mix, required sheet sizes, output handoff process, and whether Epson UltraChrome XD3 inks and the listed maintenance boxes align with the team’s support plan.
Spec analysis
How the specs grade
Overall performance
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Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Print technology | Inkjet, PrecisionCore permanent printheadmanufacturer-verified |
|---|---|
| Maximum print size | A1 (594 x 841 mm), 33-in class |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Ink platform | UltraChrome DL SJIC47P pigment inkmanufacturer-verified |
| Ink cartridge capacity | 480 mLmanufacturer-verified |
| Page description languages | ESC/P, HP-GL/2, PDF 1.7 |
| Connectivity | Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0 + USB 2.0, optional Wi-Fi (OT-WL06) |
| Roll handling | 3-in core, 6.69" max diameter, 40-in max roll lengthmanufacturer-verified |
| Internal memory | 4096 MB |
| Dimensions / weight | 53.7" W x 19.6" D x 38.4" H, 260.1 lbs |
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
Printing
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Printing colors | Cyan, Magenta, Matte black, Photo black, Red, Yellow |
| Print technology | Inkjet |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Number of print cartridges | 6 |
| Page description languages | ESC P, HP-GL/2, PDF 1.7 |
Performance
| Product color | Black, White |
|---|---|
| Internal memory | 4096 MB |
Paper handling
| Cut sheets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum print size | A1 (594 x 841 mm) |
| Maximum roll diameter | 6.69" (17 cm) |
| Paper tray media types | Roll |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0…A9) | A1, A2, A3+, A4 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| Mobile printing technologies | Epson Cloud Solution PORT |
Weight & dimensions
| Depth | 19.6" (499 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 53.7" (1365 mm) |
| Height | 38.4" (975 mm) |
| Weight | 260.1 lbs (118 kg) |
Power
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.3 W |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (typical) | 75 W |
| Power consumption (PowerSave) | 32 W |
Copying
| Copying | No |
|---|
Scanning
| Scanning | No |
|---|
Everything that fits the Epson SureColor SC-T3700DE
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
22 ink cartridges · 52 paper & media items · 4 accessories · 3 coverage plans
Epson SureColor SC-T3700DE ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the Epson SureColor SC-T3700DE — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 22
Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper, DIN A3, 102g/m², 100 Sheets
Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper, DIN A3+, 102g/m², 100 Sheets
Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper, DIN A2, 102g/m², 30 Sheets
Epson Enhanced Matte Posterboard, 24" x 30", 1130g/m²
Epson Enhanced Matte Posterboard, DIN A3+, 800g/m², 20 Sheets
Epson Enhanced Matte Posterboard, DIN A2, 800g/m², 20 Sheets
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Red T50MF (700ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Photo Black T50U1 (350ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Photo Black T50M1 (700ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Matte Black T50M8 (700ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Yellow T50M4 (700ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Cyan T50M2 (700ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Matte BLK T50U8 (350ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Yellow T50U4 (350ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Red T50UF (350ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Magenta T50M3 (700ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Magenta T50U3 (350ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Cyan T50U2 (350ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Matte Black T50M8 700ml
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Magenta T50U3 (350ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Matte BLK T50U8 (350ml)
Epson Singlepack UltraChrome XD3 Magenta 700mlPaper & Media 52
Epson Matte Paper Heavy Weight, DIN A3, 167g/m², 50 Sheets
Epson Matte Paper Heavy Weight, DIN A3+, 167g/m², 50 Sheets
Epson Presentation Matte Paper Roll, 24" x 25 m, 172g/m²
Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper, DIN A3+, 255g/m², 20 Sheets
Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper, DIN A3+, 250g/m², 20 Sheets
Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper, DIN A3, 250g/m², 20 Sheets
Epson Archival Matte Paper, DIN A3+, 189g/m², 50 Sheets
Epson A4 Archival Matte Photo Paper 189gsm, 50 sheets
Epson Archival Matte Paper, DIN A3, 189g/m², 50 Sheets
Epson Doubleweight Matte Paper Roll, 24" x 25 m, 180g/m²
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 Premium Glossy Photo Paper Roll, 24" x 30,5 m, 260g/m²
Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper Roll, 24" x 30,5 m, 250g/m²
Epson Enhanced Matte Paper, 24" x 30,5 m, 189g/m²
Epson Enhanced Synthetic Paper Roll, 24
Epson Enhanced Adhesive Synthetic Paper Roll, 24" x 30,5 m, 135g/m²
Epson Enhanced Matte Paper, 17" x 30,5 m, 189g/m²
Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper Roll, 16" x 30,5 m, 250g/m²
Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper Roll, 16
Epson Singleweight Matte Paper Roll, 17" x 40 m, 120g/m²
Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper, DIN A4, 250g/m², 250 Sheets
Epson Photo Paper Gloss, 24" x 30,5 m, 250g/m²
Epson Photo Paper Gloss, 17" x 30,5 m, 250g/m²
Epson Enhanced Matte Paper, DIN A4, 192g/m², 250 Sheets
Epson Enhanced Matte Paper, DIN A3+, 192g/m², 100 Sheets
Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper, DIN A3+, 250g/m², 100 Sheets
Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper, 30 cm x 30,5 m, 260g/m²
Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper, 16" x 30,5 m, 260g/m²
Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper, 20" x 30,5 m, 260g/m²
Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper, 24" x 30,5 m, 260g/m²
Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper, DIN A2, 255g/m², 25 Sheets
Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper, DIN A2, 250g/m², 25 Sheets
Epson Enhanced Matte Paper, DIN A2, 192g/m², 50 Sheets
Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper, DIN A2, 250g/m², 25 Sheets
Epson Singleweight Matte Paper Roll, 24" x 40 m, 120g/m²
Epson Premium Semimatte Photo Paper Roll, 24" x 30,5 m, 260g/m²
Epson Premium Semimatte Photo Paper Roll, 16" x 30,5 m, 260g/m²
Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper Roll, 16" x 30,5 m, 170g/m²
Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper, 16,5" x 30,5 m, 170g/m²
Epson Matte Backlit Film, 24" x 30,5 m, 280g/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 Presentation Paper HiRes 180, 610mm x 30m
Epson Bond Paper White 80, 594mm x 50m
Epson Production Canvas Matte, 610mm x 12,2m
Epson Production Photo Paper Glossy 200 24" x 30m
Epson Production Photo Paper Semigloss 200 24" x 30mAccessories 4
Coverage & Support Plans 3
Questions
Straight answers
Can the Epson SC-T3700DE copy or scan construction drawings?
No. The supplied product data lists both copying and scanning as unavailable. Organizations handling marked-up paper sets or legacy drawing conversion need a separate scanning workflow or a multifunction alternative.
Which AEC file formats can this printer receive?
Its listed page-description languages are ESC/P, HP-GL/2, and PDF 1.7. That makes it relevant to CAD-derived plot files and controlled PDF drawing sets.
What is the largest listed print size?
The maximum listed print size is A1 (23″ x 33″ (594 x 841 mm)). Listed ISO A-series support includes A1, A2, A3+, and A4.
What inks and maintenance supplies should buyers plan for?
The printer uses Epson UltraChrome XD3 inks, with Cyan, Magenta, Matte black, Photo black, Red, and Yellow listed as its printing colors. Compatible maintenance supplies include Epson Borderless Maintenance Box (Tx700/Px500) and Epson Maintenance Box (Tx700/Px500).
Is there an option for local storage or print administration?
Yes. The catalog lists an optional Epson 1TB SSD and Epson Print Admin options, including serverless printing. IT teams should validate their own job-accounting and access requirements before deployment.
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