High-Speed, Large-Format Printing Without Compromise
The Canon 6170 XTS is not a general-purpose flatbed printer. It is an industrial production system designed for print businesses that run hundreds of sheets per day and cannot afford inconsistency, downtime, or quality drift across extended runs. If your operation has outgrown mid-range flatbed equipment and needs a machine that matches your throughput demands, the 6170 XTS is built for exactly that.
This is the largest and most capable system in the Canon Arizona range that we supply at Let’s Print Now. It sits in a different category to the Arizona 480 GT and Océ Arizona 460 GT. Those are excellent production printers for their respective workloads. The 6170 XTS is for operations where volume, speed, and uptime are the primary concerns.
The Canon 6170 XTS is engineered to process large volumes of rigid media at production speeds without compromising print quality. Its larger flatbed allows operators to print multiple standard boards simultaneously or handle oversized media formats that smaller flatbed systems cannot accommodate. This means fewer load cycles, faster job completion, and higher daily output.
For sign and display businesses running continuous shifts, exhibition graphics producers working to tight deadlines, or commercial printers scaling into industrial volumes, the throughput capacity of the 6170 XTS makes a measurable difference to production efficiency and job turnaround.
The 6170 XTS operates with seven independent ink channels, providing a wider colour gamut and smoother tonal reproduction than standard CMYK systems. The additional channels support light cyan and light magenta inks for finer gradients, reduced visible grain, and better skin tone reproduction. White ink capability is also available for printing on coloured, transparent, or dark substrates.
This ink configuration means the 6170 XTS handles everything from bold retail signage to photographic-quality exhibition graphics without needing separate machines for different quality levels.
Consistency is where industrial flatbed printers earn their value. The Canon 6170 XTS maintains accurate colour reproduction and sharp detail across long production runs. Automated maintenance systems keep printheads clean without manual intervention, reducing operator time and ensuring stable output from the first sheet of the day to the last.
The true flatbed architecture with advanced vacuum zoning holds substrates firmly in place across the entire bed. This is critical when printing on thick, heavy, or slightly uneven materials where even minor movement would compromise registration and image quality.
This is a machine built for continuous operation in demanding production environments. The engineering prioritises durability, with robust construction designed to maintain performance over years of heavy use. That translates directly to lower maintenance costs, reduced downtime, and a stronger return on your investment over the life of the equipment.
Canon Arizona systems are widely recognised for their longevity, and the 6170 XTS sits at the top of that range. It is the kind of equipment that pays for itself through consistent daily output rather than sitting idle for repairs.
If you are currently running a Canon Arizona 480 GT or 460 GT and finding yourself turning down work, extending lead times, or running overtime to meet demand, the 6170 XTS is the logical next step.
We supply the Canon 6170 XTS with full consultation, installation support, and ongoing advice. As Canon Arizona specialists, we can help you assess whether this system matches your production requirements and advise on setup, workflow integration, and substrate compatibility.
Call 01695 280740 or complete the enquiry form to discuss the Canon 6170 XTS with our team. We respond to every enquiry within 24 hours.
The Canon 6170 XTS is an industrial UV flatbed printer used for high-volume production of signage, display graphics, exhibition panels, retail POS, interior décor, and industrial printed components. It is designed for businesses that need large-format, high-throughput printing on rigid substrates.
The 6170 XTS is significantly larger and faster than the 480 GT, with a bigger flatbed area capable of handling oversized media or printing multiple standard boards simultaneously. It has seven ink channels compared to the 480 GT’s eight, but is built specifically for industrial throughput and continuous operation. The 480 GT is better suited to businesses needing versatility and premium print quality at moderate volumes, while the 6170 XTS is built for maximum output capacity.
Yes. The Canon 6170 XTS supports white ink as part of its seven-channel ink system. White ink enables printing on coloured, transparent, and dark substrates, as well as creating layered graphic effects and backlit applications.
The 6170 XTS is specifically engineered for continuous, high-volume production. Its industrial-grade construction, automated printhead maintenance, and robust build quality make it suitable for extended operating hours and multi-shift environments where consistent output and minimal downtime are essential.
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