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Canon · Color Multifunction

Canon Color imageRUNNER C3480

A3 color laser MFP — 34 ppm B/W / 30 ppm color, 1200 x 1200 dpi, 1,100-sheet std capacity (4,950 max), optional 50-sheet DADF, MEAP standard, 130,000-page monthly duty cycle (top of the C-series).

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Print speed
30 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
USB · Ethernet · Wi-Fi
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Canon Canon Color imageRUNNER C3480
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Canon Color imageRUNNER C3480 is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You're a department or workgroup of 20-40 people printing 5,000-12,000 pages a month with 30-50% color mix.
  • You need 11x17 and 12x18 — true A3 device for marketing, brochures, blueprints, oversized spreadsheets, and signage.
  • You scan multipage documents daily with the optional 50-sheet DADF at 44 ipm @ 300 dpi.
  • You're inheriting a C3480 fleet — GPR-23 toner is shared with C2550/C2880/C3080/C3380, easy to source aftermarket.
  • You want enterprise security: HDD Data Encryption Kit (Common Criteria certified), Encrypted Secured Print, MAC/IP filtering, SSL.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 12,000-18,000 pages a month — within the 130,000/month duty cycle but you'll be replacing toner every 1-2 weeks.
  • You also need fax — Super G3 fax board (W2 single-line, J2 multi-line) is optional.
  • You want LCF capacity — Paper Deck-Z1 (2,700 sheets letter) plus second cassette pedestal gets you to 4,950-sheet max.
  • You're moving to a newer model and keeping the C3480 as a backup — fine, but parts and on-site service availability decline each year.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print more than 18,000 pages a month — get a current-generation imageRUNNER ADVANCE C5500 or C7500-series.
  • You need wireless out of the box — Wi-Fi requires the optional NB-W1 adapter.
  • You need scan-to-cloud (SharePoint, OneDrive, Google Drive) — this 2008-era platform supports SMB/FTP/email but not modern cloud connectors.
  • You need PCL or PostScript printing standard — both are optional kits. Standard is UFR II only.
  • You need ENERGY STAR best-in-class efficiency — older platform, higher idle and operating power than current models.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Canon Color imageRUNNER C3480 is the top of Canon's 2008-era imageRUNNER C-series — an A3 color laser MFP for departments or workgroups of 20-40 people printing 5,000-12,000 pages a month with 30-50% color mix. It runs the imageCHIP system architecture for simultaneous copy/print/scan/send/fax, with up to 1.5 GB RAM and an 80 GB hard drive. Print and copy speed is 34 ppm B/W and 30 ppm color on letter (the fastest in the C2550/C2880/C3080/C3380/C3480 chassis family), with first-copy times of 5.9 seconds B/W and 8.9 seconds color. Print resolution is up to 1200 x 1200 dpi for text and line art (with the 1200 dpi Printer Expansion Board-A1) or 2400 x 600 dpi equivalent. Standard paper capacity is 1,100 sheets across two 550-sheet drawers plus a 50-sheet bypass; max with Paper Deck-Z1 plus a second cassette pedestal is 4,950 sheets. Drawers handle 12x18, 11x17, legal, letter, and statement-R; bypass handles envelopes and custom 3-15/16 x 5-7/8 to 12-7/8 x 18 inches. Standard automatic trayless duplexing. Optional DADF-L1 (50-sheet) enables 44 ipm scan/copy at 300 dpi. Color Universal Send is standard with email, I-Fax, SMB, FTP, WebDAV, LDAP lookup, and inbox destinations. Connectivity is 10/100 Ethernet plus USB 2.0; Wi-Fi is optional via NB-W1. Footprint is 22.25 x 29.75 x 31.13 inches main unit, 256 lb. Toner is GPR-23 (BK 26K / CMY 14K yield) — same family as the C2550/C2880/C3080/C3380, which keeps aftermarket pricing reasonable. Maximum monthly duty cycle is 130,000 pages — the highest in the family. EOL platform — best for keeping an existing enterprise install running, not new deployments.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 34 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 30 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 34 ppm Black & White / 30 ppm Color copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Duplexing Automatic Document Feeder (DADF)
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 50 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 130000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 130,000 pages/month
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax
Physical & power
Form factor Wide-format
Usage class Enterprise
Manufacturer Canon
Model Canon Color imageRUNNER C3480
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Canon manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the Canon Color imageRUNNER C3480

The printer itself

Canon Color imageRUNNER C3480 in original Canon packaging. Wide-format form factor, roughly 31.1 x 22.25 x 29.75 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Canon quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

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FAQ

Canon Color imageRUNNER C3480, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (704) 741-0821 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Canon Color imageRUNNER C3480 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The black toner yields approximately 26,000 pages, while the cyan, magenta, and yellow toners each yield approximately 14,000 pages at 5% coverage. Replacement toner models are Canon GPR-23 (Black: 0452B003AA, Cyan: 0453B003AA, Magenta: 0454B003AA, Yellow: 0455B003AA). When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Canon Color imageRUNNER C3480 is a color laser MFP designed for office use, with a print speed of 34 ppm in black and white and 30 ppm in color, suitable for workgroups of 20-40 people. In contrast, the Canon Arizona 1240 GT is a flatbed UV-curable inkjet printer designed for industrial applications, capable of printing on rigid substrates up to 49.6 x 98.8 inches. The C3480 is ideal for office environments with a focus on document printing, while the Arizona 1240 GT is built for large-format graphics and industrial printing. For small offices, the C3480 offers a more practical and cost-effective solution.
The Canon Color imageRUNNER C3480 is well-suited for small businesses with a monthly page volume of 5,000-12,000 pages and a color mix of 30-50%. It offers a print speed of 34 ppm in black and white and 30 ppm in color, along with features like automatic duplexing and a maximum paper capacity of 4,950 sheets. However, if your business requires higher volume or more advanced features, consider stepping up to a commercial option.
Yes, the Canon Color imageRUNNER C3480 supports color printing. It offers a print speed of 30 ppm in color and a resolution of up to 2400 x 600 dpi equivalent, making it suitable for high-quality color documents.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (704) 741-0821. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Canon includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Canon Color imageRUNNER C3480 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Titan Office Solutions is an authorized Canon reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every Canon Color imageRUNNER C3480 order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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