Canon W8200 Ink
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Canon W8200 Printer Review

A printer designed with the small print shop, the Canon W8200 is among the W series printers but it boasts a 44-inch width capacity. It will crank out projects at a rate of 322 square feet per hour for black, 90 square feet for color, and photo prints at 70 plus per hour. It is a wider formatted version of the W6200, and the W7200 with the same print features as the narrower styles. The Canon W8200 ink capacities are large and ensure fewer reloads. Easy hookups are supplied through USB, ethernet, and 10/100Base-T links covering most applications.

A few features unique to the W8200 printer that are shared with its sister units are a smart chip design that warns of low ink levels and clogged nozzles. The Canon W8200 inkjet cartridge sensors remember the ink level, while the nozzle clog sensor automatically triggers a cleaning cycle to conserve media. Roll feed capabilities eliminate some of the jam problems associated with precut sheets and speeds up turnaround times. Its compact size of 72.5"w x46.3"d x 34"h and a weight of 247 pounds make it a versatile performer. Large 330 ml ink tanks reduce turnaround times with fewer cartridge replacements. Canon's heated nozzle technology allows for vertical ink droplets resulting in sharper images.

Reviewed by Wide Format Imaging Online Magazine, praises include the easy setup and "astounding" quality of the prints. These features set it apart from even the more expensive models in this printer class. The reviewer praised Canon for their quality and pricing. Fast turnaround times were mentioned as a profit point for small operations because they can take on larger projects. Even the Canon W8200 inkjet cartridges are an affordable option and Canon's ink saving smart chip technology ensure this.

Like the rest of the W series wide format printers, the Canon W8200 inkjet printer works with Windows 98 and above as well as Mac OS applications. This series