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Summa DC4

Overview

Like its predecessor, Summa DC3 Plus, the new 54-inch, 8-color Summa DC4 prints images that are guaranteed outdoor-durable for up to 5 years without lamination. And of course, auto ribbon changing and ultra precise contour cutting are built right in. But our 4th generation DC-class printer does so much more. It accepts variable width media from 24 to 54 inches wide. And it has a host of new printing modes for higher resolution, faster printing and for printing on specialty films, including banner material. $19,999.00

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Vibrant outdoor graphics that never need UV lamination, die-cut and ready-to-install

What good is print and cut if you have to laminate? Not much, for what many sign companies do most: permanent signs and vehicle graphics. That's the real difference between thermal resin and every other type of printing. With thermal transfer, images are installation-ready. So you just print, weed and apply.


Best of all, the new Summa DC4 is just as affordable as our older Summa DC3 Plus. Only $19,995, including our blazing-fast ColorControl RIP software.

 

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Key Features

Prints and cuts up to 50.2 inches wide

Contour-cuts at up to 24 inches per second

Auto-exchanges up to 8 colors

ColorControl RIP software for Windows

304x304 and 304x609 dpi print resolutions

Variable width media from 24 to 54 inches

Process, spot-color and metallic printing

Double-density mode for back-lit signs

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The built-in ribbon-changer holds up to 8 high-capacity SmartRibbon™ cassettes. Each cassette can accommodate any ribbon color, and the printer intelligently identifies the ribbon color, location and usage. The OptiPrint™ media pre-cleaning system removes dust and debris that can cause image flaws. It delivers optimal print quality in a unique process that cleans the media immediately before the color pass is printed. Our media roll flanges work with the supply and take-up rollers. They attach to any width roll in seconds. Or with shorter print-run, the standard media baskets keep your prints clean and organized.

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Specs

Model
Summa DC4
Width54" (140 cm)
SpeedPrinting:
93 Ft2/hour (8.7 m2) — Spot;
34 Ft2/hour (3.2 m2) — Process CMY
Cutting:
24 inches-per-second (600 mm/sec) max
MethodPrinting:
Thermal transfer, using outdoor-durable process and/or spot color resin ribbons, and; metallic gold and silver polyester ribbons (indoor use)
Cutting:
Drag-knife, using standard Summa D-Series blades
ResolutionPrinting:
609 x 304 dpi (24 x 12 dpmm) maximum hardware;
609 x 609 apparent dpi (24 x 24 dpmm) software
Cutting:
0.001" (0.025 mm), 0.005" (0.1 mm) selectable
Media widthVariable width from 24 - 54 inches (61cm - 137cm); Recommended widths: 24, 36 or 54 inches (61, 76 or 137 cm)
Production widthPrinting:
Up to 50.2 inches wide (127.5 cm)
Cutting:
Up to 50.2 inches wide (127.5 cm)
Media loadingAuto alignment system built-in
Media driveSumma OptiTrac™ active-steering drive using variable-position traction-feed pinch rollers
Media trackingOptical laser tracking system built-in
Media supplyMotorized media supply and take-up rollers built-in
MemoryRAM (cache):
64 MB
Hard disk (reprint storage):
2 GB
InterfaceUSB 2.0 and Centronics parallel
Baud rateUSB 2.0: (1.5Mbps & 12Mbps);
Parallel: up to 38,400 baud
File supportEPS, PDF and all generic PostScript
Power requirementsConnection: standard USA power outlet;
Requirement: 100-240 Vac, 48-62 Hz, 85 VA max
Operation environment60°F to 90°F (15°C to 32°C), 35% to 80% relative humidity, non-condensing
DimensionsShipping:
100.8" x 35" x 63" (256 x 88 x 160 cm);
Equipment:
90.6" x 24.8" x 51.2" (230 x 63 x 130 cm)
WeightShipping:
800 Lbs (360 kg);
Equipment:
550 Lbs (250 kg)
Warranty (USA)Printer:
1 year parts and labor limited warranty
Images:
Up to 5 years, outdoors, without lamination; restrictions may apply for desert areas or exposure to harsh chemicals or abrasives.
Support policy (USA)Unlimited toll-free technical support for the life of the equipment (transferable)