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Epson WorkForce DS-50000 White Flatbed A3 Document Scanner with 600 x 600 DPI
Epson WorkForce DS-50000 is an A3 flatbed document scanner with 600 x 600 DPI and a high-speed scan rate of up to 40 pages per minute. Its white design makes it easy to blend into any office or home setting
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Epson WorkForce DS‑50000 – The Ultimate A3 Flatbed Document Scanner
The Epson WorkForce DS‑50000 is a high‑performance, white flatbed scanner designed for professional document digitization. With an optical resolution of 600 × 600 dpi, it delivers crisp, detailed images suitable for archival, legal, and publishing workflows. Its robust build, versatile connectivity options, and comprehensive software bundle make it the go‑to solution for offices, libraries, and creative studios that require reliable A3 scanning.
Key Technical Specifications
| Feature | Description |
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| Optical Resolution | 600 × 600 dpi |
| Maximum Scan Size | A3 (297 mm × 420 mm) |
| Scan Speed (ADF, B/W) | 15 ppm (pages per minute) |
| Scan Speed (ADF, Colour) | 15 ppm |
| Colour Depth (Input) | 48‑bit |
| Output Colour Depth | 24‑bit |
| Sensor Type | CCD |
| Light Source | ReadyScan LED |
| Supported Media Types | Plain paper, thick paper, thin paper, transparencies |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 (1 port), optional Ethernet |
| Power Supply | AC 100‑240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 28.5 W (operating), 4.1 W (standby) |
| Dimensions (mm) | Width 640 × Height 156 × Depth 468 |
| Weight | 14.8 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 5 – 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 10 – 80 % |
| Storage Conditions | -25 – 60 °C, 10 – 85 % RH |
| Certifications | Energy Star compliant, ENERGY STAR sustainability certificate |
| Supported Operating Systems | Windows (XP to 10), macOS (10.12+) |
| Bundled Software | ABBYY FineReader® Sprint (Mac & Windows), Epson Document Capture Pro, Epson Scan, Event Manager (macOS) |
| File Formats | JPG, PDF, TIFF |
| Scan Drivers | TWAIN, WIA, ISIS (web download) |
| Noise Level | 54.9 dB |
| Legal & Letter Size Support | Yes for both US and ISO standards |
Design & Build Quality
The DS‑50000 features a solid desktop form factor with a sleek white chassis that blends seamlessly into any office environment. Its generous scanning bed (640 mm × 468 mm) accommodates A3 documents and larger media, while the CCD sensor ensures consistent image quality across the entire surface.
The scanner’s ReadyScan LED illumination provides uniform lighting, reducing shadows and glare on glossy or reflective materials. The device also supports duplex scanning, enabling efficient double‑sided document capture without manual intervention.
Performance & Productivity
With a scan speed of 15 ppm for both black‑and‑white and colour documents, the DS‑50000 delivers fast throughput suitable for high‑volume environments. The ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) can handle up to A4 sheets, making it ideal for bulk scanning tasks while maintaining the precision of flatbed capture.
The scanner’s 48‑bit input depth captures a wide colour gamut and fine tonal gradations, which is especially valuable in graphic design, publishing, and archival workflows. Output files can be exported directly to JPG, PDF, or TIFF formats, with optional OCR via ABBYY FineReader® for searchable PDFs.
Connectivity & Integration
The DS‑50000 offers a single USB 2.0 port for direct connection to a computer, ensuring low latency and reliable data transfer. For networked environments, an optional Ethernet LAN interface allows the scanner to be shared across multiple workstations, simplifying document management in collaborative settings.
Driver support includes TWAIN, WIA, and ISIS, enabling integration with a wide range of imaging applications such as Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office, and custom enterprise solutions. The bundled Epson Scan software provides an intuitive interface for manual control, while the Epson Document Capture Pro offers batch processing, OCR, and cloud connectivity.
Software Ecosystem
The DS‑50000 comes with a comprehensive suite of software tools:
- ABBYY FineReader® Sprint 8.0/9.0 – Advanced OCR for MacOS and Windows, converting scanned images into editable documents.
- Epson Document Capture Pro – Powerful batch scanning, image enhancement, and PDF creation with metadata tagging.
- Epson Scan – Lightweight scanner driver for quick capture tasks.
- Epson Event Manager (macOS) – Automates scan workflows based on predefined rules.
- Epson Document Capture Pro Server – Free download for server‑side scanning in networked environments.
Environmental & Energy Efficiency
The DS‑50000 is Energy Star compliant, consuming only 28.5 W during operation and dropping to 4.1 W in standby mode. This low power profile reduces operational costs while maintaining high performance, making it an eco‑friendly choice for modern offices.
Reliability & Longevity
Built with industrial‑grade components, the scanner is rated for continuous use within its specified temperature and humidity ranges. Its robust design ensures consistent performance over years of operation, while the optional Ethernet connectivity allows it to be integrated into long‑term document management systems.
Conclusion
The Epson WorkForce DS‑50000 stands out as a versatile, high‑resolution A3 flatbed scanner that combines speed, accuracy, and software flexibility. Whether you’re digitizing legal documents, archiving historical records, or producing high‑quality graphics, this scanner delivers the precision and reliability required by professionals worldwide.
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| Tags | Scanner A3 document scanner Document Scanner A3 scanner Colour scanner A3 colour scanner Flatbed scanner Epson scanner WorkForce Scanner 600dpi Scanner White scanner A3 flatbed scanner 600x600dpi scanner DS-50000 scanner Flatbed 600dpi scanner White A3 scanner Colour A3 scanner Flatbed Colour scanner 600dpi A3 scanner 600x600dpi flatbed scanner Flatbed 600x600dpi scanner Colour flatbed scanner A3 white scanner 600x600dpi white scanner 600x600dpi colour scanner A3 600x600dpi scanner Flatbed A3 scanner White flatbed scanner 600x600dpi A3 scanner |
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| Brand |  Epson is a Japanese electronics company that produces printers, scanners, projectors, and other imaging products. The company has a wide range of products for both personal and business use, and its printers are known for their quality and reliability. |
| MPN | Epson B11B204131BY |
| Model | Epson B11B204131BY |
| ID | 4440883 |
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AC input frequency The frequency of the alternating current supplied to a power supply or charger, expressed in hertz (Hz). It indicates the acceptable operating range for the electrical mains that powers the device, ensuring proper functionality and safety.
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50/60 Hz |
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ADF scan speed b/w A4 The maximum number of black‑and‑white pages a scanner can process per minute when using its automatic document feeder (ADF) with A4 paper. This value indicates the speed at which documents are scanned and is useful for comparing throughput across models.
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15 ppm |
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Built-in display Indicates whether the product includes a built‑in screen or display unit that can be used directly for viewing content, such as an integrated monitor on a laptop or a built-in display on appliances. A value of "Yes" means the device has such a display; a value of "No" means it does not.
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No |
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Certifications A list of formal recognitions, compliance marks, or standards that a product meets. Each entry may be a single certification (e.g., "RoHS") or a group of related certifications separated by commas (e.g., "CE, FCC, RoHS"). The attribute captures all applicable regulatory, environmental, safety, and quality approvals for the item.
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Energy Star Compliant |
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Colour The colour or combination of colours that a product is available in, expressed as common names such as "Black", "Silver" or comma‑separated lists like "Black, White". It indicates the visual appearance of the item for consumers.
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White |
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Country of origin The country where the product was manufactured or its primary geographic source. This attribute indicates the nation responsible for the production or assembly of the item.
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China |
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Depth The linear measurement of an object from front to back or top to bottom, expressed in a physical unit such as millimeters, centimeters, inches, etc. It indicates how deep the item is and can be used for fitting, compatibility, or spatial planning.
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468 mm |
| Display | LCD |
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Drivers A list of software driver types that the product supports or includes, such as TWAIN, WIA, ISIS, or other platform‑specific driver interfaces. Each entry indicates a distinct driver protocol that can be used to communicate with the device or software.
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TWAIN, WIA, ISIS (Web download) |
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Drivers included Indicates whether the product comes with drivers included in the package or available for download. A value of "Yes" means that drivers are supplied, while a value of "No" indicates they are not provided and must be obtained separately.
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Yes |
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Duplex Scanning Indicates whether a device can scan both sides of a sheet in a single pass. A value of "Yes" means the scanner automatically captures the front and back of each page, while "No" indicates that only one side can be scanned at a time.
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Yes |
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Electrical Power Consumption The amount of electrical power that a device consumes during operation, expressed in watts (W). It represents the typical energy draw of the product while it is active and can be used to estimate operating costs or compare efficiency across similar devices.
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28.50 W |
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Electrical Power Consumption Standby The electrical power drawn by a device while it is in standby mode, expressed in watts (W). It represents the minimal energy usage when the product is powered on but not actively performing tasks, and can be used to estimate idle consumption or compare efficiency across similar products.
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4.10 W |
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Electrical Voltage The range of alternating current voltage that the product accepts from its power source, expressed in volts (V). It indicates the minimum and maximum mains supply voltages compatible with the device across different regions.
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100 to 240 V AC |
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Film scanning Indicates whether the device can scan photographic film or other similar media. The value is "Yes" if film scanning is supported, otherwise "No".
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No |
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Form factor Specifies the physical configuration or design of a product, such as ATX, Micro‑ATX, Mini‑ITX, tower, case with cover, etc. It describes how the device is built and what mounting or expansion options it supports.
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Desktop |
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Gray scale levels The total count of distinct gray shades that a display, printer, or imaging device can produce or reproduce. It indicates the resolution of the gray scale and is typically expressed as an integer such as 256, 1024, or 16.
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256 |
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Harmonized System HS code The Harmonized System (HS) code is a standardized numerical identifier used internationally to classify traded goods. It consists of up to six digits, where each pair of digits represents progressively more specific product categories. The HS code facilitates customs duties, trade statistics, and regulatory compliance by providing a common language for describing products across borders.
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84716070 |
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Height The vertical dimension of a product measured from its lowest to highest point. It is expressed in a physical unit such as millimetres, centimetres or inches and applies to any item where height is relevant, including books, electronics, furniture and other objects.
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156 mm |
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Input colour depth The number of distinct colours that a device can capture or process from an input source, expressed as an integer value such as "48 bit" or "24 bit". This metric indicates the richness and fidelity of colour reproduction for scanned images or captured media.
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48 bit |
| ISO A-series sizes | A3,A4,A5,A6 |
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ISO B-series The largest standard ISO B-series paper format that a device can handle, expressed as an ISO code (e.g., "B0", "B1", …, "B5"). This attribute indicates the maximum sheet size supported by printers, scanners, copiers, and similar equipment.
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B5 |
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Legal Indicates whether the product complies with applicable legal or regulatory requirements, such as safety standards, environmental certifications, or warranty terms. A value of "Yes" confirms compliance; "No" indicates non‑compliance.
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Yes |
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Letter Indicates whether the product supports or is compatible with the Letter paper size (8.5" x 11"), commonly used in North America.
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Yes |
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Light source The main illumination source used by the product, such as LED, laser, CCFL, or other light-emitting technologies. It indicates whether the device uses a single light source or multiple sources and helps users understand the lighting characteristics of the item.
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ReadyScan LED |
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Mac operating systems supported A list of macOS operating system versions that the product supports or is compatible with, such as "macOS 10.15 Catalina", "macOS 11 Big Sur" or newer releases. Each entry represents a distinct OS version that can run on or be supported by the device.
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Yes |
| Maximum ISO A-series paper size | A3 |
| Operating humidity | 10 to 80 % |
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Operating temperature The range of temperatures in which a product can safely operate without risk of damage or performance degradation. Values are expressed in degrees Celsius (°C) and may represent a single temperature, a minimum–maximum interval, or an average operating point.
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5 - 35 °C |
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Optical scanning resolution The pixel dimensions of a scanner’s optical sensor, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1200×2400). It indicates how many pixels can be captured per scan and determines the sharpness and detail of scanned images.
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600x600 |
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Optional connectivity A comma‑separated list of the network or data interface technologies that a product supports, such as Ethernet, Wireless LAN (Wi‑Fi), Serial (RS‑232/RS‑422), Parallel, Bluetooth, USB 2.0, NFC, Fiber, etc. The value may contain one or more interface names separated by commas.
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Ethernet |
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Output colour depth The number of distinct colours that a device’s output can represent, expressed as an integer followed by the unit "bit" (e.g., 24 bit). This metric indicates the richness and fidelity of colour reproduction for images or video sent to the device.
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24 bit |
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Pallet height The vertical dimension of a pallet measured from its lowest to highest point, expressed in a physical unit such as millimetres, centimetres or inches. It indicates the height of the pallet itself and is useful for determining storage capacity, shipping logistics and compatibility with shelving or handling equipment.
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162.5 cm |
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Pallet length The linear dimension of a pallet measured in a standard unit such as meters, centimeters or inches. It represents the overall length from one end to the other and is used to compare the size of pallets across different products and logistics contexts.
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120 cm |
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Pallet width The horizontal measurement of a pallet, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the pallet is from one side to the other and helps customers assess fit for storage, shipping, or display.
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80 cm |
| Power consumption | 25.5 W |
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Power consumption powersave The electrical power drawn by a device while it is in powersave mode, expressed in watts (W). It represents the minimal energy usage when the product is powered on but not actively performing tasks, and can be used to estimate idle consumption or compare efficiency across similar products.
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9.5 W |
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Power supply The electrical power consumption or output of the product, expressed in watts (W). It indicates how much energy the device uses during operation or how much power it can deliver to connected equipment.
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AC |
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Quantity per pack The total count of individual units contained within a single package or bundle. This value helps customers understand how many pieces they receive when purchasing the product, and it is useful for inventory, shipping, and comparison purposes.
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1 pc(s) |
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Scan drivers A list of communication interfaces or software protocols that a scanner can use to transfer scanned images to a computer or network, such as TWAIN, WIA, SANE, ICA, ISIS, and others. Each entry represents an available option for connecting the device to capture software.
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ISIS,TWAIN,WIA |
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Scan file formats A list of file extensions that a scanner can produce or accept when digitizing documents, such as JPG, PDF, TIFF, BMP, PNG, RTF, CSV, HTML, OCR, XPS, TXT and XLS. The values are comma‑separated strings representing each supported format.
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JPG,PDF,TIFF |
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Scanner type The functional configuration of a scanner, indicating how documents are fed into the device. Common types include flatbed scanners with automatic document feeders (ADF), sheet‑fed scanners, single‑pass or dual‑pass ADFs, and specialized modes such as 1D/2D barcode readers. This attribute helps users understand whether the scanner can handle single pages, multiple pages automatically, or specific scanning formats.
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Flatbed scanner |
| Scanning media types supported | Plain paper, Thick paper, Thin paper, Transparencies |
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Scanning noise level The sound intensity produced by a device while it is performing scanning operations, expressed in decibels (dB). This value helps users assess how quiet the scanner will be during normal use and compare noise levels across models.
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54.9 dB |
| Sensor type | CCD |
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Storage relative humidity The range of relative humidity (expressed as a percentage) within which the storage device is designed to operate reliably. Values are given as a minimum–maximum interval such as "10 - 90 %" and indicate the acceptable environmental moisture level for optimal performance.
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10 - 85 % |
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Storage temperature The range of temperatures in which a device can safely operate without risk of damage or performance degradation. Values are expressed in degrees Celsius (°C) and may represent a single temperature, a minimum–maximum interval, or an average operating point.
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-25 - 60 °C |
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Sustainability certificates A list of environmental, safety or quality certifications that a product has obtained from recognized authorities. Typical entries include RoHS, ENERGY STAR, CE, WEEE, TCO Certified, FCC, and other industry‑specific standards.
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ENERGY STAR |
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USB port Indicates the presence and quantity of USB connectors on a product. The value is typically an integer representing how many USB ports are available, regardless of type or version.
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Yes |
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USB version The specific version of the USB standard that a product supports, expressed as a generation number and optional descriptive suffix (e.g., "3.2 Gen 1" or simply "3.0"). This attribute indicates the data‑transfer capabilities and compatibility with USB devices.
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2 |
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Warranty The length of time for which the manufacturer guarantees that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, typically expressed in years or months.
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12 Months On-Site Service |
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Weight The mass of the product expressed in a standard unit such as grams or kilograms. It represents how heavy the item is and can be used for shipping calculations, handling instructions, or consumer information.
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14.8 kg |
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Width The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
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640 mm |
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