The Epson SureColor S9160, which the company recently launched at Printing United in Las Vegas, will be making its way to A/NZ in mid-2025.
The machine, known as the SureColor S9170 in the US, is the first in the next generation of Epson’s SureColor S-Series eco-solvent printers.
Replacing the flagship SureColor S80600 and SureColor S80660L models, the new 64-inch SureColor S9160 aims to deliver exceptional image quality, an expanded colour gamut, productivity and a compact, user-friendly design.
The SureColor S9160 is equipped with Epson’s latest user-replaceable 2.64-inch PrecisionCore MicroTFP printhead, and features an integrated temperature sensor, nozzle verification technology and nozzle replacement.
These advancements ensure reliable image quality and consistent colour output while significantly boosting productivity.
The SureColor S9160 utilises an advanced 11-colour ink set, including red, orange and an all-new green, as well as opaque white ink, which can be used on clear or dark substrates to add versatility and enhance colour.
This expanded ink set delivers a broad colour gamut and enables vibrant and accurate prints on a variety of media types, including vinyl, canvas, film, wallpaper and other roll media up to 1626 mm.
“The SureColor S-Series printers have built the standard for quality in the signage market over the years, renowned for their reliability, exceptional colour gamut, colour consistency and accuracy,” Epson Australia professional print solutions product manager Shuhei Sato said.
“The new SureColor S9160 builds on these strengths, integrating the latest imaging technologies to elevate performance to the next level. The SureColor S9160 is a complete solution for businesses looking to achieve the highest quality standards in signage printing.”
Sprinter was at Printing United, where Epson’s David Lopez gave us a preview of the machine. Watch the video below:
The S9160 printer is designed with the user in mind with compact dimensions, a flat-top and low-profile design with a clear top window, ensuring easy operation. The printer also features an advanced auto tension control system for high-precision media feeding and an included media lifter making media setup simple and easy.
The intuitive 4.3-inch tiltable touchscreen offers more convenient operation with animated instructions to enhance the overall user experience.
The SureColor S9160 also stands at the forefront of eco-friendly innovation. Approximately 30 per cent of the plastic used in its hardware is made from recycled materials, which reflects Epson’s ongoing commitment to reusing resources and reducing waste.
The UltraChrome GS3 eco-solvent inks used are low-VOC, which reduces environmental footprint. The printer also offers the opportunity to install either 800 ml or 1,500 ml of any colour to best suit any print signage business’ workflow needs while reducing plastic waste.
To further optimise productivity and profitability for users, the S9160 integrates with Epson’s management tools including Epson Edge Print Pro RIP software and Epson Cloud Solution PORT. These tools offer comprehensive reporting, tracking and costing tools enabling businesses to streamline their operations.
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