Canon Colorado XL: UVgel Large-Format Hybrid Printer – Rigid & Roll Material

At Metro Repro, we’re always excited to bring our customers the latest innovations in large-format printing technology. Canon’s newly launched Colorado XL Series represents a major leap forward for print providers who demand uncompromising quality, productivity, and versatility. Powered by Canon’s award-winning UVgel technology, this 3.4-meter (11-foot) printer delivers stunning results on both flexible and rigid media — all from one powerful, modular platform.

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Expanding the Canon UVgel Family

Building on the success of the Colorado M-series, the new Canon Colorado XL Series brings Canon’s signature UVgel innovation to even larger applications. Available in two configurations — the Colorado XL7 Hybrid and the Colorado XL7 Roll-to-Roll — this series gives print providers the flexibility to produce everything from banners and wall coverings to rigid signage, retail displays, and decorative panels.

Canon has engineered the XL Series to be modular and upgradable. This means users can start with the configuration that fits their business needs and scale up later by adding features such as dual-roll support or expanded print capabilities.

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Canon Colorado XL at Printing United in Orlando, Florida.

What Makes UVgel Technology a Game-Changer

At the heart of the Canon Colorado XL lies Canon’s UVgel — a breakthrough ink technology that combines the color vibrancy and flexibility of solvent printing with the environmental advantages and instant curing of UV.

Key Advantages of UVgel Technology:

• Instant Dry and Ready-to-Finish Prints: No waiting or off-gassing — prints are fully cured and ready for finishing the moment they leave the printer.
• Unmatched Color Consistency: UVgel ensures uniform color across multi-panel jobs, ideal for large installations like wall graphics or vehicle wraps.
• Low-Temperature Curing: Prevents media deformation and allows printing on a wider range of substrates, including thin films and heat-sensitive materials.
• Odorless and Safe: GREENGUARD Gold certified for indoor use, making it ideal for environments like retail, healthcare, and hospitality.

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Engineered for Performance and Precision

Every detail of the Canon Colorado XL series has been designed for productivity and reliability:

• UVgel 850 Printheads feature 4,544 nozzles per head with Canon’s PAINT (Piezo Acoustic Integrated Nozzle Technology), which automatically detects and compensates for nozzle performance in real time.
• TRIdrive Media Transport System uses multiple vacuum zones and advanced roller control to ensure smooth, accurate media handling.
• DynamicMotion Control technology actively monitors and corrects media movement for pinpoint drop placement, even at top speed.
• FullBeam LED Curing ensures uniform curing across the full 3.4-meter width, resulting in flawless prints from edge to edge.

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Print Speeds That Match Your Ambition

The Canon Colorado XL is built for high-volume environments where speed matters:

• Quality Mode: Up to 70 m²/hr
• Production Mode: Up to 106 m²/hr
• Express Mode: Up to 211 m²/hr

Combined with automation features like smart guided workflows, easy media loading, and remote management, the Colorado XL helps maximize uptime and minimize operator intervention.

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Creativity Without Limits

Canon also introduced several optional finishing technologies that unlock new creative possibilities:

• FLXfinish+: Enables matte and gloss effects in a single print without additional varnish or post-processing.
• FLXture: Adds tactile, textured finishes like woodgrain, leather, or embossing effects, all printed inline.

These capabilities allow print shops to diversify into high-margin applications such as interior decor, luxury packaging, or branded displays.

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A Smarter, Greener Way to Print

Canon designed the Colorado XL Series with sustainability in mind. It supports PVC-free and paper-based media, produces low VOC emissions, and uses recyclable ink packaging. With minimal waste and low energy consumption, the XL delivers outstanding environmental performance alongside top-tier output quality.

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Why It Matters for Print Providers

The Canon Colorado XL Series gives print businesses the ability to do more with less — less equipment, less labor, and less downtime. By combining rigid and roll printing in one platform, shops can streamline workflows and expand their service offerings without compromising on quality or speed.

Whether you’re a signage producer, commercial printer, or decor specialist, the Canon Colorado XL is engineered to help you scale up your creativity, productivity, and profitability.

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Experience the Canon Colorado XL with Metro Repro

As an authorized Canon dealer and service provider, Metro Repro is proud to offer the full line of Canon Colorado printers — including the new XL Series. Our team provides expert installation, training, and ongoing service to help your business get the most out of your large-format printer.

Ready to see what the Canon Colorado XL can do for your print operation? Contact Metro Repro today to schedule a demo, request a quote, or learn more about Canon’s groundbreaking UVgel technology.