When the OCE PlotWave launched in 2009, these large format printers offered reliable, easy production of high-quality prints. Many AEC firms chose the OCE brand because of their built-to-last design philosophy.
Unsurprisingly, in November 2009, Canon and Océ announced a conditional agreement wherein Canon would buy all the shares of Océ in a fully Canon-funded, public cash offer.
Based on more than a decade of market-leading success, the 6th generation of the popular OCE PlotWave printers has come to the market.
In this article, we’ll explain what makes the Canon OCE PlotWave printers so popular and review the top printers Steven Enterprises’ printing experts recommend to our customers in 2025.
Industries Who Commonly Purchase the PlotWave Large Format Printers
The plotWAVE T-series printers are developed for producers of technical drawings and designs who want an integrated, easy-to-operate solution.
These large-format printers have been developed for users in architecture, engineering, construction (AEC), and manufacturing companies.
In addition to those main industries, the technology is also efficient for government offices, education, and professional print shops handling larger sets of technical documents.
Unique Features of the Canon OCE PlotWave Printer
Compared to the other technical large-format printers on the market, the Canon OCE PlotWave is definitely one of the more versatile ones. Walk-up users will appreciate the possibility of combining all their printing, scanning, and copying tasks on a single device with a wide variety of media available.
That said, a few key features distinguish this new generation of the OCE PlotWave from the competition.
1. Patented Radiant Fusing Technology
Radiant Fusing technology is an eco-friendly fusing method that provides instant printer availability with no warm-up time. It consumes less energy and emits less noise and ozone than conventional fusing methods.
This printer is Energy Star® 3.0 certified and uses toner bottles with an average of 50% recycled materials. So, if your business has sustainable initiatives and wants to be environmentally friendly, this large-format printer can support that.
2. Updated IT Security Software & Features
In addition to the environmental benefits, business owners who purchase the Canon OCE PlotWave appreciate the convenient, fast, and reliable multitasking with the secure POWERsync controller (running on Microsoft Windows® 10 iOT LTSC21).
The printer has the entire PRISMA and Clear Connect software suite, making it easy to manage complex jobs and avoid misprints. Despite the multiple driver software applications, most printer operations still review the Canon OCE Plotwave to have an intuitive user interface.
3. Practical Add-ons for Large Teams
The 6th generation of the OCE PlotWave now includes an automatic remaining media indicator and an optional user attention light, making the printer easy to use for large teams.
The user attention light sits on the back of the printer and indicates when the printer is ready to be used. A green light indicates it’s ready to be used, whereas a flashing red light means something is wrong. While seemingly insignificant, this light is helpful for large firms where only a small portion of those operating the printer will be trained to maintain it.
Top 3 Canon OCE PlotWave Printers By Print Volume
Now that you know more about the OCE PlotWave printers, let’s examine the top three large-format printers that Steven Enterprises’ printing experts recommend to our customers most.
Canon OCE plotWAVE T-35 
- Target Users: If your business prints less than 5K sq feet per month, the most affordable & best quality OCE plotWave is going to be the T-35.
- Speed: Delivers up to 4 D/min
- Size: Can fit up to 2 rolls
- Main differentiator: Reliable performance and lasting quality
Learn more about the plotWAVE T-35 model.
Canon OCE plotWAVE T-55
- Target Users: If your business prints more than 5K sq feet per month, we recommend the T-55 model.
- Speed: Delivers up to 8 D/min (double the speed of the T-35)
- Size: Can fit up to 4 rolls (double the speed of the T-35)
- Main differentiator: T-series printers are built for reliability and uptime,
- with minimal burden of daily maintenance.
Learn more about the plotWAVE T-55 model.
Canon OCE plotWAVE T-75
- Target Users: If your business prints more than 15K sq feet per month, you’ll need to invest in the most powerful OCE in the T-series: T-75
- Speed: Delivers up to 10 D/min
- Size: Can fit up to 6 rolls
- Main differentiator: Easily manage high-demand technical printing
Learn more about the plotWAVE T-75 model.
Need Help Choosing Between the Top Canon OCE Large Format Printers?
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