Contex Large Format Scanners

Scan Every Drawing, Map & Original — Exactly As It Is

From compact 24″ scanners to the world’s first 60″ CCD scanner, Contex has the right combination of speed, resolution, and simplicity for CAD drawings, plans, maps, posters, artwork, and books. RPG helps you choose, install, and connect it to your printers.

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17.8 ipsTop scan speed
24″–60″Scan widths
300+Printers for MFP

Every Width24″ to 60″ roll-feed
CIS & CCDRight tech for every original
MFP ReadyTurn any printer into a copier
Install & TrainingSetup, service & support

Choose By What You Scan

Requirements vary with the documents you work with. Start with your originals and we’ll match the speed, resolution, and workflow.

Technical Documents

CAD, Plans & GIS

Fast, sharp CIS scanning for drawings, blueprints, site plans, and maps.

IQ Quattro X · SD One X →

Graphics & Archives

Maps, Posters & Records

CCD image quality with 48-bit capture for repro, archiving, and graphics.

HD Ultra X · ScanStation Pro →

Scan + Print

Copy & MFP Workflows

Turn new or existing printers into walk-up copiers — stacked or side by side.

MFP Repro · SD One MF →

Fragile Originals

Art, Books & Textiles

Flatbed and contact-free scanning for originals that can’t go through a roll-feed.

IQ FLEX · HD Apeiron/42 →

CIS or CCD?	CIS Scanners	CCD Scanners
Best at	Technical drawings, plans & GIS	Graphics, photos, archives & fine detail
How it works	Contact image sensors with CleanScan dual-sided LED lighting	Premium camera lenses with 48-bit RAW data capture
Strength	Speed, compact size & value	Depth of field & color fidelity
Contex models	IQ Quattro X · SD One X · SD One MF	HD Ultra X · ScanStation Pro · HD Apeiron/42

Who It’s For

Anyone who needs large originals in digital form — accurately, and fast.

Architects & Engineers

Digitize drawings, blueprints, and renderings, then edit them in AutoCAD® and share.

Construction Teams

Scan marked-up plans and site documents and get them to the whole project team.

GIS & Government

Large GIS maps and site plans captured in high resolution for ESRI® and other tools.

Repro & Copy Shops

High-pace scanning and copying with the speed to turn jobs around the same day.

Archives, Libraries & Museums

Preserve maps, newspapers, books, and records — including fragile originals.

Artists & Scanning Services

Contact-free, high-resolution capture for fine art reproduction and digitization projects.

Contex

Key Benefits

Speed, image quality, and a workflow that fits the way your team already works.

Fast Like No Other

Top speeds up to 17.8 inches per second on HD Ultra X and IQ Quattro X — with three speed levels right on the touch panel.

Clean, Accurate Scans

CleanScan removes shadows from creases and folds, Color Fringe Removal sharpens edges, and Live Alignment keeps sensors in sync.

Lower Cost Of Ownership

LED lighting with no lamps to replace, scratch-resistant glass, and paper handling designed to protect your originals.

Contex Scanner Portfolio

Compare key specs, view full details on Contex, and request pricing for the one that fits.

Roll-Feed Scanner

Contex HD Ultra X

36″, 42″ or 60″ widths
Up to 17.8 ips top speed
CCD with 48-bit RAW capture
LED lighting — no lamps to replace

Best for: Repro, graphics & archives

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Roll-Feed Scanner

Contex IQ Quattro X

Up to 17.8 ips — fastest Contex CIS
USB 3.0 with xDTR3: 3× faster data transfer
Contex Live Alignment
Nextimage Remote app control

Best for: High-production technical scanning

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Roll-Feed Scanner

Contex SD One X

24″, 36″ or 44″ widths
Full-color scanning at 600 dpi
Light enough for one person to carry
CleanScan CIS + Color Fringe Removal

Best for: Value, flexibility & small spaces

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Roll-Feed Scanner

Contex ScanStation Pro

HD Ultra X or IQ Quattro X scanner
Integrated PC + 22″ touchscreen
Nextimage 7 software included
Floor stand with monitor arm

Best for: Scanning service professionals

Full Specs Get a Quote

MFP Solution

Contex MFP Repro

Works with 300+ printers
36″ or 44″ scanner widths
High-stand or side-by-side setup
Nextimage Repro license included

Best for: Turning any printer into a copier

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MFP Solution

Contex SD One MF

Built-in 7″ touchscreen controller
Personal user profiles
Wi-Fi option + SmartShare over Ethernet
Scan to email, folder, cloud or print

Best for: Small workgroups with occasional scanning

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Flatbed & Art

Contex IQ FLEX

Flatbed for fragile originals
Optical resolution up to 1200 dpi
The only Wi-Fi large format flatbed
Book scanning with page split

Best for: Books, textiles & delicate originals

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Flatbed & Art

Contex HD Apeiron/42

Contact-free art scanning
Originals up to 42×60 in
Up to 5.1 in object height
1200 dpi with six CCD cameras

Best for: Fine art & framed originals

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Beyond The Scanner

Software and pairings that turn a Contex scanner into a complete workflow.

Scan, copy & share

Nextimage

Award-winning scanning software with real-time previews, automatic cleanup, and scan-to-file, print, email, or cloud.

Learn more → Fine art capture

Nextimage Apeiron

Purpose-built software for the HD Apeiron/42 art scanner and high-resolution reproduction work.

Learn more → Quick guide

Scanner Match Tool

Answer a few questions about your originals and volumes to see which Contex scanner fits.

Try it → Pair with a printer

HP DesignJet

Build a Contex MFP around a new HP DesignJet — or add scan and copy to the printer you already own.

Explore DesignJet →

Short On Time?

Request A Virtual Scanner Demo

See a Contex scanner in action from your desk — or send us a sample original and see the results. A specialist will reach out to schedule.

Request a Demo

Why RPG

Scanning, Printing & Service From One Partner.

Right-Sized Match

We match width, technology, and software to your originals and volumes — not the biggest spec sheet.

Printer Integration

We connect your scanner to HP and other large-format printers for walk-up scan, copy, and print.

End-To-End Support

Installation, setup, training, maintenance, and troubleshooting from our wide format team.

Scanning Services Too

Need a one-time project digitized instead? Our printing services team can scan and archive it for you.

FAQs – Common Questions

What’s the difference between CIS and CCD scanners?

CIS (contact image sensor) scanners like IQ Quattro X and SD One X are fast, compact, and ideal for technical drawings, plans, and maps. CCD scanners like HD Ultra X use premium camera lenses with 48-bit capture for greater depth of field and color fidelity — better for graphics, photos, archives, and originals with texture.

What scan widths are available?

SD One X comes in 24, 36, and 44 inches. HD Ultra X comes in 36, 42, and 60 inches — including the world’s first 60-inch CCD scanner. MFP Repro bundles are available with 36- or 44-inch scanners.

Can a Contex scanner work with my existing printer?

Yes. Contex MFP solutions are compatible with more than 300 large-format printers from major brands, turning new or existing printers into walk-up copiers with a high-stand or side-by-side setup.

How do I scan fragile or thick originals?

Use a flatbed or contact-free scanner. IQ FLEX handles fragile documents, books, and textiles on a glass plate, and the HD Apeiron/42 scans art up to 42×60 inches and 5.1 inches thick without touching the surface.

What software is included?

Contex scanners run on Nextimage software for scanning, copying, cleanup, and sharing. MFP Repro bundles include a Nextimage Repro license, ScanStation Pro includes Nextimage 7, and HD Apeiron/42 uses Nextimage Apeiron.

Can I see one before I buy?

Yes. Request a virtual demo, or send us a sample original and we’ll show you the scan results.