| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Technology | CIS Contex CleanScan, SIGMA, CFR |
| Maximum Resolution (interpolated) | 9600 dpi (interpolated) |
| Optical Resolution | 1200 dpi |
| 200 dpi RGB Color | 8.9 ips (upgradeable to 17.8 ips) |
| Maximum Scan Width | 24 inch (610 mm) |
| Maximum Media Width | 26.6 inch (676 mm) |
| Maximum Media Thickness | 0.08 inch (2 mm) |
| Accuracy | 0.1% +/- 1 pixel |
| Color Space | sRGB, Adobe RGB, Device RGB |
| USB Connection | USB 3.0 with xDTR3 |
| Ethernet connection | Gigabit with xDTR2.5 |
| File formats | TIF, JPG, PDF, PDF/A, DWF, CALS, BMP, JPEG-2000(JP2), JPEG2000 Extended(JPX), TIF-G3, TIF-G4, others |
| Operating System | Windows 11 64-bit, Windows 10 64-bit, Windows Server 2022 Standard Edition |
| Energy Star Compliant | Yes, version 3.0 |
| Total number of pixels | 32400 pixels |
| Country of origin | Designed and engineered in Denmark, Europe. Manufactured in China. |
| 200 dpi grayscale/monochrome | 17.8 |
| Optional software | Nextimage Scan & Archive, Nextimage Repro, Nextimage Remote tablet app (free download for iOS and Android) |
| Contex key CIS technologies | CleanScan, SIGMA, CFR |
| Power supply | 100 V / 230 V / 240 V, 60/50 Hz |
| Weight | 33.7 Ibs. (15.3 kg) |
| Scanner stand (optional) | Low and high stand available |
| Included software | Nextimage free trial (incl. TWAIN driver, excl. licence) |
| Document justification | Flexible center load, due to autosize |
| Upgradeable to 17.8 inch/sec color | Upgradeable |
| File compatibility | AutoCAD®, MicrostationTM, ArcGISTM and all other CAD, GIS and other image editing/storage applications |
| Data capture color depth | 48-bit color/16-bit monochrome |
| Certifications/ Energy Star Compliant | CE, cUL/UL, CCC, EAC, UKR, BIS, FCC Class A, ICES, EMC, VCCI, KC, EuP, WEEE, RoHS, REACH and ENERGY STAR® certified |
| ScanStation Pro compatibility | – |
| Dimensions | 32.4×19.3×6.3 in (823×489×161 mm) |
| Power consumption (ready/sleep/scan) | 18W max. / <1w / 37w (built-in power supply) |
| Printer support | HP, Canon, Epson and Océ printers. See contex.com/nextimage-supported-printers for full list |
Contex IQ Quattro X 2450
High quality technical document scanner
- CIS technology
- 8.9 ips in 200 dpi RGB Color (upgradeable to 17.8 ips)
- 1200 dpi
- $
Contex IQ Quattro X 2450
Overview
The Contex IQ Quattro X 2450 is a 24-inch wide CIS scanner suited for professionals and small-format wide-format workflows. It combines precision imaging, efficient throughput, and smart connectivity to handle architectural drawings, technical plans, maps, and medium-sized originals with ease.
Key Features & Benefits
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Advanced CIS Imaging Technology
Equipped with Contex CleanScan CIS modules and enhanced with Color Fringe Removal, it delivers crisp, clean scans with minimal artifacts—particularly helpful for line drawings, maps, and technical documents. -
Balanced Speed & Quality
Offers scanning speeds that balance throughput and image fidelity (e.g. up to about 14 in/s in color mode at 200 dpi), providing reliable performance in everyday scanning tasks. -
High Resolution Capture
Optical resolution reaches 1,200 dpi, with higher interpolation levels available for detail-intensive work. -
Wide Media Compatibility
Supports originals up to 24 inches (media width somewhat larger), enabling versatility for documents in D, A1, and intermediate sizes. -
Smart Connectivity & Workflow Integration
Uses Gigabit Ethernet and USB interfaces for fast data transfer and network sharing.
Supports push/pull scanning so multiple users can access the scanner over the network.
Integrates with Nextimage platform for advanced image processing, archival workflows, and remote management. -
Compact & Efficient Design
Optimized for thinner originals (up to ~2 mm), making it ideal for standard plans, maps, and blueprints.
Energy-efficient design ensures minimal standby power usage. -
Reliable & Low-Maintenance
Minimal moving parts, no lamp replacement, and durable construction reduce maintenance needs and operating costs.
Ideal Use Cases & Target Users
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Small to mid-sized architecture, engineering, or design practices scanning technical drawings
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GIS or mapping units working with regional map documents
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Reprographic shops handling medium-format wide scanning
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Offices needing wide-format scanning in compact spaces
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Archives, libraries, or institutions digitizing moderate-size originals





