Formax ColorMax9 Digital Color Printer
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Product Specifications
| Print Quality: | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Speed (Production): | Up to 10,000 #10 envelopes/hour |
| Speed (High Quality): | Up to 5,000 #10 envelopes/hour |
| Duty Cycle: | Up to 500,000/month, 30 million total |
| Material Size: | Min: 3" x 3.75" / Max: 15" x 15" |
| Material Thickness: | Up to 1/2" (12.5mm) |
| Image Area: | Up to 11.7" x 30" |
| Color Matrix: | Up to 16.8 million colors |
| Job Storage: | Up to 64 GB |
| PC Interface: | USB 2.0 & Ethernet |
| Dimensions: | 60" L x 24" W x 26" H |
| Weight: | 195 lbs (Printer & Feeder) |
| Power Supply: | 110-240VAC, 50/60Hz |
Product Description:
Features of Formax ColorMax9 Digital Color Printer
- Full-color variable data and graphics printing at up to 10,000 #10 envelopes per hour
- Powered by HP Thermal Inkjet 4 Print Engine with over 59,000 nozzles
- Vibrant pigment-based inks resist fading, scratches, and water damage
- CMYK output with up to 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution and 16.8 million colors
- Digital thickness control handles media up to 1/2" thick and 15" wide
- Intelligent belt feeding system with built-in registration for precision alignment
- Intuitive 7" color touchscreen for job management and system monitoring
- Up to 64 GB of onboard job storage for quick recall of print files
- USB 2.0 and Ethernet connectivity for seamless integration
- All-metal housing, Made in USA
Performance of Formax ColorMax9 Digital Color Printer
The Formax ColorMax9 Digital Color Printer is the ideal solution for short-run inkjet printing. It delivers vibrant full-color output on envelopes and a wide range of mailing and packaging materials at production-level speeds. Whether you're printing dynamic variable data, eye-catching graphics, or high-volume address runs, the ColorMax9 combines speed, versatility, and exceptional print quality.
Powered by HP Thermal Inkjet technology with a stationary print head featuring over 59,000 nozzles, the ColorMax9 produces stunning 1200 x 1200 dpi output with vibrant pigment-based inks. Its intelligent belt feeding system ensures pinpoint accuracy, especially in landscape mode, while digital thickness control accommodates media up to 1/2" thick and 15" wide. With a duty cycle of up to 500,000 prints per month and 30 million total lifetime capacity, the ColorMax9 sets the standard for reliable, high-output color printing.
Recommendation & Warranty
The ColorMax9 is ideal for mailrooms, print shops, and in-plant operations requiring high-volume, full-color envelope and packaging printing. Available configurations include ColorMax9 (Printer and Feeder), ColorMax9C (with Conveyor), and ColorMax9Pro (with Command Station and Workbench). Contact your dealer for warranty information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the processing speed of the ColorMax9?
A: The ColorMax9 prints up to 10,000 #10 envelopes per hour in production mode and up to 5,000 per hour in high-quality mode.
Q: What print resolution does the ColorMax9 offer?
A: The ColorMax9 delivers up to 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution with up to 16.8 million colors using HP Thermal Inkjet technology.
Q: What is the maximum media thickness the ColorMax9 can handle?
A: The ColorMax9 handles media up to 1/2" (12.5mm) thick and up to 15" wide.
Q: What type of ink does the ColorMax9 use?
A: The ColorMax9 uses vibrant pigment-based inks that resist fading, scratches, and water damage.
Q: What is the duty cycle of the ColorMax9?
A: The ColorMax9 supports up to 500,000 prints per month with a 30 million total lifetime capacity.


