from $2,699
The Canon imagePROGRAF TM-250 is a 24" large-format inkjet printer designed for high-quality color output. It utilizes a 5-color pigment-based ink system, including matte black, cyan, magenta, yellow, and black, to achieve a print resolution of 2400 x 1200 dpi. This printer supports a variety of media sizes from 6.2 to 24 inches wide and up to 109 inches long, handling both sheets and rolls with a thickness range of 2.76 to 31.5 mil. Connectivity options include USB-B 2.0, USB-A 2.0 for flash drives, RJ45 Ethernet, and 802.11a/b/g Wi-Fi, all managed via a 3.5" touchscreen LCD. With a first print out time of 20 seconds and 2GB of internal memory, the TM-250 is suitable for producing detailed graphics, CAD drawings, and posters in professional environments.
Buy a laser printer unless you regularly print high-quality glossy photos. For high-volume color, consider an ink-tank printer (Megatank/Ecotank) instead of traditional cartridge models to save hundreds on ink. Available from $2,699.
Inkjet printers have a razor-and-blades model: cheap upfront, but exorbitant ink costs. Laser printers cost more upfront but have a vastly superior and cheaper cost of ownership over their lifespan.
Common Failure Modes
Inkjet printers almost always fail due to dried and clogged printheads from infrequent use. Laser printers are much more robust but may eventually require fuser or drum replacements after thousands of pages.
Buy a laser printer unless you regularly print high-quality glossy photos. For high-volume color, consider an ink-tank printer (Megatank/Ecotank) instead of traditional cartridge models to save hundreds on ink.
Printers suffer from mechanical wear on gears and rollers. Cheaper inkjets may last a few years, while robust laser printers can last over a decade.
The Canon imagePROGRAF TM-250 24" Large-Format Printer is available at bhphoto, starting at $2,699.
Inkjet printers have a razor-and-blades model: cheap upfront, but exorbitant ink costs. Laser printers cost more upfront but have a vastly superior and cheaper cost of ownership over their lifespan.
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