Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-4600 44" Professional Large Format Printer
The Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-4600 44" professional large format printer is built for photographers, fine art studios, labs and print providers who need gallery-quality output at production speeds. This 44" photo and fine art printer uses Canon’s next-generation LUCIA PRO II 11-color pigment ink system plus Chroma Optimizer to deliver a wide color gamut, rich blacks, smooth gradients and excellent detail for demanding photo, fine art and high-end graphic applications.
With a maximum resolution of up to 2400 × 1200 dpi and a high-precision PF-10 print head featuring 18,432 nozzles and droplet sizes as small as 4 pl, the PRO-4600 is engineered for extremely sharp, accurate prints. A built-in color calibration system and intelligent media handling help maintain consistent, repeatable results from job to job, while the integrated 500 GB hard drive and 3 GB of RAM make it easier to process large, complex files and support high-volume workflows without overloading the host computer.
The PRO-4600 also emphasizes durability and sustainability, offering high scratch resistance, improved lightfastness and environmental certifications including EPEAT Gold and ENERGY STAR® to help support your organization’s sustainability goals.
Key Features of the imagePROGRAF PRO-4600
- 44" professional large format printer designed for photographic, fine art, proofing and high-end graphic applications.
- LUCIA PRO II 11-color pigment inks plus Chroma Optimizer for an expanded color gamut, improved black density, smoother gloss uniformity and enhanced dark-area detail.
- Improved lightfastness and high scratch resistance to help preserve prints over time and protect them during handling, shipping and installation.
- PF-10 print head with 18,432 nozzles and 4 pl droplets for precise detail, smooth gradients and consistent output across large print runs.
- Maximum resolution up to 2400 × 1200 dpi for crisp text, fine lines and high-fidelity photographic images.
- Intelligent media handling automatically detects and feeds roll media, measures media thickness and surface reflection, and optimizes settings for the loaded stock.
- Built-in color calibration helps maintain consistent color across different media types and multiple PRO Series devices.
- 500 GB hard drive and 3 GB RAM to handle large, complex files efficiently and offload processing from the host computer.
- Energy-conscious design with EPEAT Gold and ENERGY STAR® certifications to support more sustainable printing workflows.
Ideal Applications
- Professional photo and fine art printing up to 44" wide
- Gallery and exhibition prints that require accurate, repeatable color
- Limited edition giclée prints and museum-quality reproductions
- High-end posters, retail displays and in-store graphics
- Proofing and comp work for agencies, designers and print shops
- In-house printing for studios, schools, corporate marketing teams and creative departments
Workflow & Software Tools
The imagePROGRAF PRO-4600 integrates with Canon’s software suite to streamline large format workflows and help you get consistent results:
- Professional Print & Layout for precise layout, soft proofing and color management of photo and fine art prints.
- PosterArtist (Online and Lite) to quickly design posters, signage and point-of-sale materials from customizable templates.
- Direct Print Plus & Free Layout Plus for drag-and-drop layout and direct output from multiple applications and file types.
- Accounting Manager to track ink and media usage, helping you monitor and manage printing costs more effectively.
In the Box
Typical package contents for the Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-4600 44" printer include:
- Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-4600 44" Large Format Printer
- Starter ink tanks (11 colors plus Chroma Optimizer, 330 mL each)
- 1 print head (PF-10)
- Maintenance cartridge (installed)
- 2" roll holder with 3" core adapters
- Installation guide and setup documentation
- User registration card
- One-year printer warranty statement
- Print head warranty statement
- Call center / support information notice
- Media compatibility flyer
- PosterArtist Web notice flyer
- Safety and environmental information
- iWR service terms leaflet
- High-speed USB interface (built-in)
- Gigabit Ethernet interface (built-in)
- Power cable and mounting screw
Technical Specifications
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Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-4600 (44") |
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| Printer & Ink |
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| Print Technology |
Canon Bubblejet on Demand, single PF-10 print head with 12 channels |
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| Ink System |
LUCIA PRO II pigment inks — 11 colours plus Chroma Optimizer (12 channels total) |
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| Ink Colours |
Matte Black, Photo Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Grey, Photo Cyan, Photo Magenta, Photo Grey, Red, Blue, Chroma Optimizer |
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| Ink Tank Sizes |
160 ml, 330 ml, 700 ml (ships with 330 ml starter ink set) |
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| Print Performance |
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| Maximum Resolution |
Up to 2400 × 1200 dpi |
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| Print Head / Nozzles |
PF-10 print head with 18,432 nozzles (1,536 nozzles per channel) |
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| Minimum Droplet Size |
Minimum 4 pl per colour |
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| Line Accuracy |
±0.1% or less (with user adjustment) |
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| Media Handling |
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| Maximum Print Width |
44" (1118 mm) |
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| Media Width |
Roll and cut sheet: 152.4 – 1118 mm (approx. 6" – 44") |
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| Media Thickness |
0.07 – 0.8 mm (roll and cut sheet) |
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| Roll Media Capacity |
Two rolls (upper and lower), automatic roll switching |
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| Maximum Roll Diameter |
170 mm (approx. 6.7") |
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| Maximum Printable Length |
Roll: up to 18 m (OS / application dependent); cut sheet: up to 1.6 m |
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| Borderless Printing (Roll) |
Standard widths including ISO A1/A0, JIS B2/B1, 10", 14", 17", 24", 36", 42", 44" and user-defined free-size borderless |
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| Memory & Storage |
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| Printer Memory |
3 GB RAM |
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| Hard Drive |
500 GB encrypted HDD |
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| Connectivity |
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| Interfaces |
USB-A (direct print for PDF/JPEG), Hi-Speed USB-B, Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T), 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T |
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| Wireless |
Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11n/g/b) |
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| Supported OS |
Windows 7/8.1/10/11, Windows Server 2008 R2–2022; macOS 10.15.7 and later (see Canon for the latest compatibility) |
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| Power & Environment |
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| Power Supply |
AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz |
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| Power Consumption |
Operation: 85 W or less; Sleep: 2.3 W or less; Power off: 0.1 W or less |
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| Operating Environment |
15–30 °C, 10–80% RH (non-condensing) |
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| Acoustic Noise |
Approx. 48 dB(A) in operation |
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| Dimensions & Weight |
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| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
Main unit with stand, basket open: 1593 × 984 × 1168 mm (approx. 62.7" × 38.7" × 46.0") |
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| Weight |
Approx. 124 kg (about 273 lb), including stand and roll holder, excluding ink and print head |
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