Best Printers For Schools
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Having effective printers in schools is essential to streamlining administrative tasks and enhancing the learning experience. They facilitate the creation of educational materials, assignments, and administrative documents.
Reliable printers reduce downtime, ensure timely access to printed resources, and help educators and staff to efficiently manage classroom and administrative responsibilities.
When choosing a printer for a school, there are several factors to consider to ensure it meets the institution’s needs. To help guide you, here are some key factors to take into consideration and some examples of printers which are suitable for schools.
Key factors to consider
Printing Volume And Speed
Determine the school’s printing requirements. High-volume printers with fast printing speeds are essential for larger schools, while smaller institutions may opt for simpler, lower-volume models.
Multifunctionality
Consider all-in-one printers that offer scanning, copying, and fax capabilities. These can save space, reduce costs, and streamline tasks, compared to having individual machines.
Print Quality
Look for printers that produce sharp and high-quality prints. This is particularly important for educational materials, assignments, and presentations.
Mono Or Colour
Consider whether you require a printer that prints in colour or not. However, if you are looking for a printer for printing text-only documents such as letters or forms, then a mono printer should be sufficient.
Laser printers are more robust and have higher output speeds.
Laser printers offer fast, high-quality printing ideal for high-volume tasks,.
Connectivity
Ensure the printer supports various connectivity options, including Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and USB, to accommodate different devices used by students and staff.
Cost Efficiency
Evaluate the total cost of ownership, including consumables such as ink or toner cartridges, and maintenance. Some printers may have a higher upfront cost but can be more cost-effective in the long run.
Security Features
Schools handle sensitive student data. Look for printers with security features such as user authentication and data encryption to protect confidential information.
Printers for schools
Here are some examples of printers which are ideal for use in schools. All of the following printers are capable of automatic double-sided printing, have wired and wireless connectivity, and are multifunctional with print, scan, copy and fax capabilities. Schools print a lot ,so a cost effective solution is required which points at using laser printers for all applications. Also laser printers are usually heavier duty machines and will stand continuous use better.
Xerox Versa link C405 a heavy duty printer/scanner/copier designed for regular hi usage.
Print/Scan/Copy/Fax
- Up to 35ppm Mono Print
- Up to 600 x 600 x 8 dpi Print
- Up to 35ppm Colour Print
- Continue printing in mono even if the printer is out of colour toners
- Benchmark Security Features with ConnectKey® Technology
- USB, Network & NFC
- As Fast as 12 Seconds First page
- PCL5/6, Postscript 3, PDF, XPS, TIFF, JPEG, HP-GL
- 550 Sheet Input Tray
- 150 Sheet Bypass Tray
- 05GHz Dual-Core Processor
- 2GB RAM
- Windows & Mac Compatible
- Up to 600 x 600 dpi Copy
- 6Kbps Fax
- 5 Inch Capacitive Colour Touch Screen
- 5 Inch Colour Touch Screen
- Uses extra hi capacity toner cartridges for cost effective printing
Xerox Versalink c400 Colour printer
Up to 35ppm Mono Print
- Up to 600 x 600 x 8 dpi Print
- Up to 35ppm Colour Print
- Continue printing in mono even if the printer is out of colour toners
- Benchmark Security Features with ConnectKey® Technology
- Automatic Double Sided Printing
- USB & Network
- As Fast as 13 Seconds First page
- PCL5/6 & Postscript 3
- 550 Sheet Input Tray
- 150 Sheet Bypass Tray
- 05 GHz Dual-Core Processor
- 2GB RAM
- Windows, Mac & Linux Compatible
- 5 Inch Capacitive Colour Touch Screen
- 5 Inch Capacitive Colour Touch Screen
Brother HL-L5100dn Mono Printer A4
A Baisic mono A4 Printer that just does what it says, it prints reliably and cost effetivly.
Up to 40ppm Mono Print
- Up to 1,200 x 1,200 dpi Print
- Automatic Double Sided Printing
- USB & Network
- As Fast as 7.2 Seconds First page
- PCL6, BR-Script3 (PostScript®3TM Language Emulation)
- 250 Sheet Input Tray
- Cortex-A9 800MHz Processor
- 256MB RAM
- Windows, Mac & Linux Compatible
- 50 Sheet Multipurpose Tray
- 1-Line Backlit LCD Display
- Takes a high capacity 8,000 page yield toner cartridge for cost effective printing.
Brother HL-L5100DNT A4 Mono laser printer with optional paper feed tray.
Up to 40ppm Mono Print
- Up to 1,200 x 1,200 dpi Print
- Automatic Double Sided Printing
- USB & Network
- As Fast as 7.2 Seconds First page
- PCL6, BR-Script3 (PostScript®3TM Language Emulation)
- 250 Sheet Input Tray
- 520 Sheet Input Tray
- Cortex-A9 800MHz Processor
- 256MB RAM
- Windows, Mac & Linux Compatible
- 1-Line Backlit LCD Display
- 50 Sheet Multipurpose Tray
- Takes a high capacity 8,000 page yield toner cartridge for cost effective printing.
Selecting the right printer for a school requires a thoughtful assessment of printing needs, budget constraints, and long-term considerations. A well-chosen printer can enhance educational processes and contribute to a more efficient and productive learning environment.
If you are unsure which product is best for you, speak to an expert. With over 20 years of industry experience, our team at AB Cartridges will be able to find you the perfect product. Pick up the phone and call us on 01522 683460, or email us at admin@abcartridges.co.uk. We offer free, unbiased advice to help you get the best products for your printing needs.
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