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Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100

36-inch CAD/GIS large-format printer with 5-color LUCIA TD water-resistant pigment ink. 2400 x 1200 dpi, 3.2 A1/min draft speed, dual-blade rotary cutter for clean plots.

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Print speed
0 ppm mono
Paper capacity
0 sheets
Duplex
Single-sided (Simplex)
Connectivity
Wi-Fi · Wi-Fi Direct · USB · Ethernet
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Canon TX-3100
Authorized Canon reseller Free shipping to 50 states 1-year manufacturer warranty Install guidance by phone 30-day return policy
Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100 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 run an architecture, engineering, construction, or GIS firm printing 36 in. CAD plans, technical drawings, and maps.
  • You print 100-500 prints a month and need water-resistant, smudge-resistant output for jobsite use.
  • You need 5-color LUCIA TD pigment ink — the dedicated CAD ink set, water-resistant out of the printer.
  • You print 3.2 A1 plans per minute in CAD draft mode and need durable, repeatable line work.
  • You want a 36 in. printer with the dual-blade rotary cutter and Micro Margin Technology for clean, near-borderless plots.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 500-1,000 prints a month — works fine, you'll just want to standardize on 700 ml ink tanks (PFI-710).
  • You print mixed CAD + light graphics — the LUCIA TD ink handles both, but for color-critical photo work step up to a PRO or GP series.
  • You're an in-plant repro shop printing technical drawings and signage on the same machine.
  • You're upgrading from an older Canon iPF series CAD plotter — same workflow, faster speed.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print posters, retail signage, or photo work — the GP-300 (with Fluorescent Pink) or PRO-2100/4100 (LUCIA PRO 12-color) is the right tool.
  • You print fewer than 30 prints a month — head clogging is a real concern at low volume; the maintenance cycle eats ink.
  • You need 44 in. width — get the TX-4100.
  • You need fine art photo gamut or Pantone match — LUCIA TD is a CAD ink set, not a photo ink set.
  • You don't have a CAD or GIS workflow — you're paying for water-resistant ink chemistry you don't need.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100 is a 36-inch large-format CAD/GIS printer built for architecture, engineering, construction, and mapping firms that need water-resistant, durable line work for technical drawings, plans, and maps. It uses Canon's LUCIA TD pigment ink — a 5-color set (MBK, BK, C, M, Y) engineered for water and smudge resistance straight out of the printer, no lamination required for jobsite use. Maximum resolution is 2400 x 1200 dpi. CAD draft speed is 3.2 A1 plans per minute. Roll widths are custom 6 to 36 in., with media thickness 0.07-0.8 mm and roll outer diameter up to 6.7 in. (170 mm). The dual-blade rotary cutter and Micro Margin Technology give clean, near-borderless plots. Ink tanks are PFI-110 (160 ml), PFI-310 (330 ml), or PFI-710 (700 ml), with a Sub-Ink Tank System for full utilization. Connectivity includes Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi, USB, and front-USB thumb drive printing. The MFP Z36 variant adds an integrated scanner for plan copying and digitizing. We sell the TX-3100 to AEC firms, GIS departments, and in-plant repro shops printing 100-500 plans a month at 24-36 in. The thing buyers regret: paying for water-resistant CAD ink when their work is signage or photo (in which case the GP series or PRO series is the right call).
Print
Print technology Single-function
Print speed (mono) Up to 0 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 0 pages per minute
Duplex printing Single-sided (Simplex)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Single-function
Duplex copy / scan Single-sided (Simplex)
Scanner type SingleSensor Technology (CIS)
Scan destinations Scan-to-USB, Scan-to-Network, Copy, Email
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size A4/Letter · Legal · A3/Tabloid · A2 · A1 · A0 · 24-inch · 36-inch
Recommended monthly volume 0 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
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 , Wi-Fi Direct
Physical & power
Form factor Wide-format
Usage class Production
Manufacturer Canon
Model TX-3100
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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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 imagePROGRAF TX-3100

The printer itself

Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100 in original Canon packaging. Wide-format form factor, roughly 62.8 x 30.2 x 46 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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each
DR810

Drum unit

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

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 1 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Canon machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • "Good printer for the price point if you're doing technical drawings or proofing work. I wish the ink cartridges were a bit cheaper and the roll feed could be a little easier to load, but overall it's been reliable for my small design studio."

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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.

  • Real pricing, no runaround. Upfront monthly lease rate or outright price, plus shipping and any install add-ons itemized.
  • One business day turnaround. Quotes land in your inbox within 24 hours. Often faster.
  • No credit pull until you say yes. We don't ping your credit to give you a quote. Only if you sign.
  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100, 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.

The Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100 does not use toner; it is an inkjet printer that uses high-capacity ink tanks (PFI-110, PFI-310, or PFI-710) with LUCIA TD pigment ink. These ink tanks come in 160ml, 330ml, and 700ml capacities for all five colors (Matte Black, Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow). When you lease through us with ink included, you never pay for ink separately.
The Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100 is a 36-inch large-format CAD/GIS printer designed for technical drawings and maps, using water-resistant LUCIA TD pigment ink. In contrast, the Canon Arizona 1240 GT is a true-flatbed UV-curable inkjet printer for sign shops and industrial print operations, capable of printing on rigid substrates up to 49.6 x 98.8 inches. The TX-3100 is ideal for architecture and engineering firms, while the Arizona 1240 GT is suited for graphics producers needing UV printing on materials like wood, glass, and acrylic. For small offices, the TX-3100 is more practical due to its smaller footprint and lower operational requirements.
The Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100 is well-suited for small businesses such as architecture, engineering, or GIS firms that print 100-500 plans per month. Its CAD draft speed of 3.2 A1 plans per minute and water-resistant ink make it ideal for technical drawings. However, if your business requires higher volume or different print types, consider stepping up to a commercial option.
Yes, the Canon imagePROGRAF TX-3100 can print in color. It uses a 5-color LUCIA TD pigment ink set (Matte Black, Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) to produce durable, water-resistant prints suitable for technical drawings and maps.
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 imagePROGRAF TX-3100 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 imagePROGRAF TX-3100 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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