Contex Large Format Scanners
BDM Distribution is the authorised Contex UK and Ireland distributor.
With our in-depth knowledge and experience of the scanner market and sector, you can trust us to help you grow your business and customer base with Contex.
This includes offering complete technical support to support to esellers, partners, e-commerce operators and retailers and their customers.
Welcome to Contex, the world’s number one and leader in large format scanning. Offering precision and innovation, Contex has and continues to redefine scanning technology. Contex takes pride in pioneering high-performance, large-format scanning solutions tailored to diverse industries and professions.
Meticulously engineered to meet the demanding requirements of architectural, engineering, construction, graphic design, mapping, and various sectors, Contex scanners symbolise professional precision and reliability.
The Contex range of large-format scanners showcases state-of-the-art technology, offering unparalleled image quality, speed, and versatility. Whether capturing intricate architectural drawings, vibrant artwork, or precise engineering schematics, Contex Large Format Scanners consistently deliver exceptional results, boasting unmatched clarity and fidelity.
Equipped with advanced features such as high-resolution scanning, robust image processing, and seamless integration capabilities, Contex Large Format Scanners empower professionals to efficiently digitize and preserve large-scale documents, maps, posters, and more. User-friendly interfaces and intuitive software ensure a streamlined workflow, enabling users to unleash creativity and productivity without compromising quality.
With years of expertise and a commitment to innovation, Contex sets new benchmarks in the large-format scanning industry. The company’s dedication to customer satisfaction drives continuous refinement and enhancement of products, offering cutting-edge solutions that exceed expectations.
Meet the latest Contex Large Format Scanners Range
The latest Contex range is at the forefront of large format scanning technology, as you would expect from the world’s number 1 brand for large format scanners. Innovative, feature-rich and most of all easy to use, the latest range offers a choice of models to suit all user requirements.
NEW - HD Apeiron/42
Unveiling the HD Apeiron/42: a revolutionary contact-free art scanner delivering unmatched lifelike results. With flexible LEDs preserving scan quality, it’s perfect for digitising fine art and delicate artefacts.
Unparalleled technology ensures accurate media digitisation with the market’s most realistic image quality, adjustable light control, and detail emphasis.
Equipped with six Fujifilm lens cameras and quad-linear Toshiba colour CCDs, it captures intricate details at 1200 dpi optical resolution. Cutting-edge LEDs with TRI-RTM technology replicate natural daylight, ensuring uniform colours without distance fading.
Effortlessly generating lifelike 3D surface sensations, the HD Apeiron/42 offers museum-correct light, conserving art with no UV/IR radiation.
Product Code
6100A001001 – HD Apeiron/42
Scan Size
42″ wde x 60″ long
Sensor Technology
CCD
Optical Resolution
Up to 1200 dpi
Connectivity
USB 3.0 & Ethernet
NEW! SD One X
Product Codes
5300D014008 – SD One X 24″
5300D015009 – SD One X 36″
5300D016010 – SD One X 44″
Model size
24″, 36″ & 44″
Scanning speeds*
4″ colour & 8″ mono ips
Sensor Technology
Contex CIS
Optical Resolution
Up to 600 dpi
Connectivity
USB 3.0 only
SD One MF
The Contex SD One MF introduces a refreshing approach to MFP solutions, emphasising user simplicity. With personalised profiles storing preferences, such as emailing or saving to preferred folders and personal Cloud, tasks are streamlined into a single, efficient step.
Product Codes
5300D006004 – SD One MF 24″
5300D005003 – SD One MF 36″
5300D007005 – SD One MF 44″
Model size
24″, 36″ or 44″
Scanning speeds*
1.9″ ips Mono & Colour
Sensor Technology
Contex CIS
Optical Resolution
Up to 600 dpi
Connectivity
Wi-Fi & Ethernet
IQ Quattro X
Experience heightened scanning efficiency and precision with the advanced IQ Quattro X. A vital asset for high-production settings, it’s the fifth evolution in Contex CIS scanners. Boasting enhanced speed, 3x faster data transfer, and unrivalled productivity, IQ Quattro X sets a new benchmark for scanning.
Product codes
5200D020000 – IQ Quattro X 24″
5200D019047 – IQ Quattro X 36″
5200D018046 – IQ Quattro X 44″
Model size
24″, 36″ & 44″
Scanning speeds*
8.9″ or 17.8″ ips colour
Sensor Technology
Contex CIS
Optical Resolution
Up to 1200 dpi
Connectivity
USB 3.0 & Ethernet
HD Ultra X
The HD Ultra X series is the epitome of productivity. With its CCD technology, it matches the colour of your originals like no other. You get crystal-clear scans with an unequalled It doesn’t require warm-up time, it’s super-fast, it detects your paper size instantly, and it transfers data onto your screen faster than any other large format scanner on the market.
Product codes
6700G004004 – HD Ultra X 36″/42″
6700G003003 – HD Ultra X 60″
Model size
36″, 42″ & 60″
Scanning speeds*
8.9″ or 17.8″ ips colour
Sensor Technology
Toshiba CCD with Fujfilm lenses
Optical Resolution
Up to 1200 dpi
Connectivity
USB 3.0 & Ethernet
IQ Flex
Unleash creativity with the IQ FLEX A2 flatbed scanner. Ideal for delicate originals, books, textiles, and artwork conversion. A valuable tool for artists, colleges, designers, and more, across industries like textiles, furniture, construction, and engineering, enabling seamless digital transformation of A2-sized content. Plus, it can scan up to A1 and stitch the image together.
Product Code
5100E002001 – IQ Flex
Model size
A2 with the ability to scan to A1 with image stitching
Scanning speeds*
Full scan in 6 seconds
Sensor Technology
Contex CIS
Optical Resolution
Up to 1200 dpi
Connectivity
Wi-Fi & Ethernet
MFP Repro
MFP Repro is a solution designed for users looking to pair their scanner with a large-format printer. Creating a large format MFP solution, choose from either the IQ Quattro X 36” or 44” models with a choice of low or high floor stand, monitor bracket with 22” touchscreen monitor included and Nextimage Repro scanning software.
Just pair with your choice of large format printer (Nextimage Repro supports 400+models) and you have a complete solution for scan, copy and print!
Product Codes
5200D019B03 – IQ Quattro X 36″ with Low-Floor Stand
5200D018B06 – IQ Quattro X 44″ with Low-Floor Stand
5200D019B04 – IQ Quattro X 36″ with High-Floor Stand
5200D018B02 – IQ Quattro X 44″ with High-Floor Stand
Model size
IQ Quattro X 36″ or 44″
Scanning speeds*
17.8″ ips Mono
4.4″ ips colour
Sensor Technology
Contex CIS
Optical Resolution
Up to 1200 dpi
Connectivity
USB 3.0 & Ethernet
ScanStation Pro
ScanStation Pro is a truly professional and fast solution, and now you can pair it with the new generation IQ Quattro X or HD Ultra X scanner. It includes a height-adjustable stand, monitor and PC bracket, 21.5” HD monitor and Nextimage Repro software. Complete the package with your choice of PC and support for leading large format printers, including Canon, HP, and Epson.
Product Code
Use the product code for the scanner, and in addition, the below
For IQ Quattro 44″/HD Ultra X 42″ option
2200H017B31 – ScanStation Pro kit with low floor stand
2200H007B06 – ScanStation Pro kit with high floor stand
For HD Ultra X 60″ options
2200H016B30 – ScanStation Pro kit with low floor stand
Model size
HD Ultra X 42″ or 60″
Scanning speeds*
8.9″ or 17.8″ ips colour
Sensor Technology
Toshiba CCD (HD Ultra X)
Optical Resolution
Up to 1200 dpi
Connectivity
USB 3.0 & Ethernet
Innovative Scanning software
Large format scanning requires scanning software dedicated to the unique challenges scanning large documents creates. It needs to be able to handle with ease long document lengths, allow precise image adjustment and be adaptable to meet the digital needs of today.
Nextimage is Contex’s award-winning scanning software that is the perfect companion to any of Contex’s large format scanners. Capture long documents with ease and access a wealth of features to enhance and restore them. Utilise the new remote app to allow control of Nextimage and your scanner from the comfort of your tablet device.
NEW! Nextimage 7
Revolutionary software for large format scanning, Nextimage is now even better for 2025 with the arrival of Nextimage 7!
Now featuring X-Rite ICC colour management* and the ability to scan to meet and exceed FADGI 3-star image quality**, Nextimage takes your scanning abilities to the next level whilst remaining simple and easy to use.
Edit and enhance originals with built-in and customisable profiles to streamline workflows and boost productivity.
Choose from Nextimage 7 Scan+Archive or, for enhanced copy and large format printer support, Nextimage 7 Repro.
* Example scanning speeds are for guidance and based on manufacturer test conditions. Real-world speeds may differ according to resolution, image complexity, software settings, media type and system performance. Please refer to the equipment’s datasheet for more information. Images shown may show additional options and accessories not included as standard.
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