Canon announces imagePROGRAF TC-21, TC-21M 24-inc large-format printers

Canon U.S.A., Inc., introduce two 24-inch large-format desktop printers: the imagePROGRAF TC-21 and TC-21M. These versatile and compact printers are designed to meet the demands of a wide range of applications, including technical drawings, posters, and small postcard-sized prints.

The imagePROGRAF TC-21 and TC-21M build upon Canon’s imagePROGRAF TC-20 and TC-20M, launched in 2023, and incorporate several key enhancements. A new feature is the new tilt-type operation panel, which can be adjusted to suit the user’s viewpoint and installation location. The TC-21 Series is designed to handle a wide variety of tasks, including printing and copying (TC-21M only) of architectural drawings, restaurant posters, flyers, and more.

Both the TC-21 and TC-21M share a space-saving design that allows all printing-related operations – from paper loading to ink filling – to be performed from the front of the unit. Both models support large-format printing from roll paper up to 24-inches and feature a standard Auto Sheet Feeder, capable of holding up to 100 sheets, including a variety of paper types and sizes such as A3, A4, postcards, envelopes, and labels.

A key feature of both the TC-21 and TC-21M is the Minimal Margin Printing function, which enables users to print with no top or bottom margins and very small side margins. Another feature of the TC-21M is its scanning capabilities, and also includes new features like Split & Enlarge Copy, which allows users to easily create larger prints from smaller originals by printing on multiple sheets of roll paper and later positioning these together, or to divide an image into multiple segments for easier printing and handling.

Both models come with a full set of 70ml ink bottles (cyan, magenta, yellow, and black), providing a total of 280ml of ink. This high-capacity ink system is designed to help ensure that businesses can print more without frequent ink refills.

The TC-21 is the first model in the imagePROGRAF series to include recycled steel in its construction. Additionally, Canon has eliminated polystyrene foam from its packaging, opting instead for recyclable cardboard. Both printers are currently certified as EPEAT Gold and ENERGY STAR® products.

“We are thrilled to offer the imagePROGRAF TC-21 and TC-21M, two innovative printers that combine versatility, ease of use, and environmentally friendly design,” said Kiyoshi Oka, executive vice president and general manager, Marketing Strategy Unit, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “Whether printing CAD designs, posters, or marketing materials, these printers are designed to support a wide range of industries with their advanced features, efficiency, and sustainability.”