Sharp BP-70C31 A3 Colour MFP

Future-proofed by design with stringent security features and superior functionality for hybrid working

Key Features

31ppm colour MFP with seamless integration and connection to cloud-based business process applications.
Built-in Microsoft® Teams connector strengthens collaboration by enabling direct and secure access for printing to or scanning from Microsoft® Teams channels.
Optional Bitdefender anti-malware protection software for secure data, device, and network.
Secure and easy printing/scanning to public cloud storage services with single sign-on.
Scanning speeds up to 280ipm with optional double feed detection to prevent productivity interruptions.
Superior environmental performance with lower standby power consumption and low TEC value.
Feature-rich hardware and solutions platform supporting the hybrid working environment.
Industry-leading system and data protection features, including BIOS-based security and a standard Trusted Platform Module, ensure confidential data is kept secure.
Interact with the MFP directly from a mobile device via WiFi, AirPrint, Bluetooth, NFC, and QR Code.
10.1-inch colour LCD operation panel offers a smartphone-style user interface for ease of use.
Extensive finishing options, including a folding unit, provide enhanced print output flexibility.
Keep firmware and applications up-to-date and compliant via the Sharp Application Portal.

Configurations

The Sharp BP-70C31 can be configured with various optional modules to suit different workflow needs. Configurations may differ per sales region; please contact a local Sharp representative for specific information.

Base Unit Options:

BP-DE12: Stand with 550-sheet paper drawer (SRA3 - A5R, 60-300 g/m²).
BP-DE13: Stand with 2 x 550-sheet paper drawers (SRA3 - A5R, 60-300 g/m² per drawer).
BP-DE14: Stand with 3 x 550-sheet paper drawers (SRA3 - A5R, 60-300 g/m² per drawer).
BP-DE15: Stand with 550 + 2100-sheet paper drawers (Upper tray: SRA3 - A5R, 550 sheets, 60-300 g/m²; Lower tray (Left): A4, 1,200 sheets, 60-105 g/m²; Lower tray (Right): A4 - B5, 900 sheets, 60-105 g/m²).
BP-LC10: Large Capacity Tray (3,000 sheets*, A4 - B5, 60-220 g/m²).
BP-UT10: Utility Table.
BP-DD10: Double Feed Detection Kit (eliminates double feeding of paper during scanning).

Finishing Options:

BP-TR12: Exit Tray Unit.
MX-LT10: Long Paper Feeding Tray (recommended for banner printing).
MX-TR20 N: Job Separator Tray (requires BP-TU10 Exit Tray Cabinet).
BP-FN11: Inner Finisher (A3 - B5 offset/staple, SRA3 - A5R non-offset; Offset tray: max. 500 sheets; Stapling: max. 50 sheets multi-position; Manual Stapling: up to 45 sheets; Stapleless: up to 10 sheets).
BP-RB10: Paper Pass Unit (required for BP-FN13, BP-FN14, BP-FN15, BP-FN16).
BP-FD10: Folding Unit (200 sheets*; supports Z-fold, half fold, C-fold, accordion fold for A3, B4, A4R sizes; 60-256 g/m²).
BP-FN13: 1k Finisher (A3W - A5R offset/staple, SRA3 - A5R non-offset; Offset tray: max. 1,000 sheets; Stapling: max. 50 sheets).
BP-FN14: 1k Saddle Stitch Finisher (A3W - A5R offset/staple, SRA3 - A5R non-offset; Offset tray: max. 1,000 sheets; Stapling: max. 50 sheets; Saddle stitch tray: supports 7 sets of 11-15 sheets, 10 sets of 6-10 sheets, 20 sets of 1-5 sheets; max 15 sheets per set).
BP-FN15: 3k Finisher (A3 - B5 offset/staple, SRA3 - A5R non-offset; Offset tray: max. 3,000 sheets; Stapling: max. 65 sheets; Manual Stapling: up to 45 sheets; Stapleless: up to 10 sheets).
BP-FN16: 3k Saddle Stitch Finisher (A3 - B5 offset/staple, SRA3 - A5R non-offset; Offset tray: max. 3,000 sheets; Stapling: max. 65 sheets; Manual Stapling: up to 45 sheets; Stapleless: up to 10 sheets; Saddle stitch tray: supports 10 sets of 11-20 sheets, 15 sets of 6-10 sheets, 25 sets of 1-5 sheets; max 20 sheets per set).
MX-PN14C/D: Punch Modules (2/4, 4 wide) for BP-FN11.
MX-PN15C/D: Punch Modules (2/4, 4 wide) for BP-FN13/BP-FN14.
MX-PN16C/D: Punch Modules (2/4, 4 wide) for BP-FN15/BP-FN16.
*Number of sheets based on 80 g/m².

Printing Options:

MX-PF10: Barcode Font Kit (enables barcode printing).

Scanning Options:

AR-SU1: Stamp Unit (marks scanned documents for checking).

Faxing Options:

BP-FX11: Fax Expansion Kit.
MX-FWX1: iFax Expansion Kit.

Storage Options:

BP-SD10: High Capacity SSD (512GB SSD).

Sharp OSA® Options:

MX-AMX1: Application Integration Module.

Security Options:

BP-FR12U: Data Security Kit (Commercial version).
BP-VD10: Virus Detection Kit.

Dimensions

The physical dimensions of the Sharp BP-70C31 are approximately 609 mm (width) x 662 mm (depth) x 860 mm (height). Note that dimensions may vary with optional equipment, and the depth can extend to 1,648 mm when the finisher tray and exit tray are extended.

Specifications

Category	Specification	Details
General	Engine Speed (Colour ppm)	A4: 31, A3: 15
	Engine Speed (B/W ppm)	A4: 31, A3: 15
	Paper Size	Min: A6R, Max: SRA3
	Paper Weight	55-300 g/m²
	Standard Paper Capacity	650 sheets
	Maximum Paper Capacity	6,300 sheets
	Warm Up Time	18 seconds
	Memory	5 GB (min/max)
	SSD	Standard/Optional, 256/512 GB
	Duplex Printing	Standard
	Power Requirements	200-240V, 50/60Hz
	Power Consumption	1.84 kW
	Dimensions (mm)	609 x 662 x 860
	Weight	86 kg
Document Feeder	Original Capacity	300 sheets
Copier	Original Paper Size (Max.)	A3
	First Copy Out Time (Colour)	7.6 seconds
	First Copy Out Time (B/W)	5.6 seconds
	Continuous Copy	Up to 9,999 copies
	Scan Resolution (B/W, Colour)	600 x 600 dpi
	Print Resolution	1200 x 1200, 600 x 600, 9600 x 600 dpi
	Gradation (Colour)	256 levels
	Zoom Range	25-400%
Scanner	Network Scanner	Standard/Optional
	Scan Method	Push scan and Pull scan
	Scan Resolution (Push/Pull)	Push: 100-600 dpi; Pull: 75-9600 dpi
	File Formats	TIFF, PDF, PDF/A, Encrypted PDF, Compact PDF, JPEG, XPS, Searchable PDF, Microsoft Office formats (pptx, xlsx, docx), TXT, RTF
Document Filing	Standard/Optional	Standard
	Capacity (Main/Custom Folders)	20,000 pages
	Capacity (Quick File Folder)	10,000 pages
	Stored Jobs	Copy, print, scan, fax transmission
Fax	Standard/Optional	Optional
	Modem Speed	33600-2400 bps
	Transmission Resolution	Standard: 203.2 x 97.8 dpi; Ultra Fine: 406.4 x 391 dpi
	Document Size (Min/Max)	A5 / A3
	Grey Scale Levels	256
	Dial Registration	2000 (rapid/speed dial)
	Broadcast Transmission	Up to 500 destinations
Wireless LAN	Standard/Optional	Standard
	Compliant Regulation	IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
	Access Mode	Infrastructure mode, Software AP mode
	Security	WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA3 protocols
Printer	Resolution	1200 x 1200, 600 x 600, 9600 x 600 dpi
	Network Printer	Standard
	Interface	Ethernet, USB 2.0, USB 3.0, 10/100/1000Base-T; Optional secondary LAN
	Supported OS	Windows (8.1, 10, 11), Windows Server (2012-2019), macOS (10.10-12)
	Network Protocols	TCP/IP (IPv4, IPv6)
	Printing Protocols	LPR, Raw TCP, POP3, HTTP, FTP, IPP, SMB, WSD
	PDL	PCL 6, Adobe® PostScript® 3™
	Available Fonts	80 (PCL), 139 (PostScript 3)
Finishing	Output Capacity Max.	500-3000 sheets
	Staple Capacity Max.	65 sheets
	Saddle Stitch	Optional
	Off-set shifting	Standard
	Hole punch	Optional
Toner Yield	Black (5% coverage)	40,000 pages
	Cyan (5% coverage)	24,000 pages
	Magenta (5% coverage)	24,000 pages
	Yellow (5% coverage)	24,000 pages

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