Contex IQ Flex
Bring your creative and technical projects to life with the IQ FLEX large format flatbed scanner. Built for precision, flexibility, and ease of use, it allows you to digitise artwork, books, textiles, and other delicate originals with remarkable clarity.
Whether you’re working in design, education, engineering, or archival preservation, IQ FLEX gives you the confidence to handle fragile and oversized materials safely. With built-in Wi-Fi and a user-friendly touchscreen controller, scanning has never been more intuitive.
Micrographic Engineering Services is an authorised dealer of Contex scanners in Australia.
Contex IQ Flex
Key Features
FADGI 3-Star Image Quality
Capture true-to-life detail that exceeds the FADGI 3-star imaging standards when operated with Nextimage 7 software.
7” Multi-Touch Controller
Manage your entire scan process directly from the built-in screen, without the need for an external computer.
Oversize Scanning Capability
Digitise originals larger than the glass area—up to A1/D-size—without losing image integrity.
High Optical Resolution
Achieve sharp, colour-accurate results with optical resolution up to 1200 dpi for every scan.
Book Scanning Mode
Easily scan bound materials with page-splitting and spine shadow elimination for clean, professional results.
Wi-Fi Connectivity
Operate and share scans wirelessly—the only large format flatbed scanner in its class with built-in Wi-Fi.
What’s Included
- IQ FLEX large format flatbed scanner
- Integrated 7” multi-touch controller
- Power cable and adapter
- USB and Wi-Fi connectivity options
- Quick-start setup guide
Why Choose the IQ FLEX
- Safe and gentle scanning for fragile or valuable originals.
- Handles a wide range of materials including books, fabrics, blueprints, and artworks.
- Compatible with Nextimage 7 for colour calibration and advanced workflow control.
- Simple setup and operation—ready to use straight out of the box.
- Energy Star 3.0 certified for efficient, low-power performance.
Specifications
- Scanning Area and Format: Supports originals up to Arch C (18 × 24 in) or ISO A2 (457 × 610 mm), with a maximum image area of 19.2 × 25.2 in (487 × 639.6 mm). Oversize mode enables two-stage scanning of Arch D (24 × 36 in) or ISO A1 (610 × 914 mm) materials.
- Optical System: CIS Contex CleanScan+ technology with precision alignment optics and real-time correction for uniform image capture across the full glass surface.
- Resolution and Accuracy: Native optical resolution of 1200 × 1200 dpi, expandable to 9600 dpi with interpolation. Accuracy of 0.1% ± 1 pixel ensures high-fidelity digital reproduction.
- Image Capture Speed: Full-area colour or monochrome scan completed in approximately 6 seconds at 200 dpi, with instant data transfer via the embedded controller.
- Colour Management: Operates in sRGB by default with embedded software. Expanded colour space options including Adobe RGB and Device RGB available through Nextimage 7 software for professional workflows.
- Embedded Controller: Integrated Atom Quad-Core processor with 8 GB RAM and 16 GB flash memory for seamless on-board image processing and file management.
- Touchscreen Interface: Built-in 7” multi-touch display (800 × 480 pixels) for direct control of scanning, cropping, and file export without a computer.
- Connectivity Options: Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0, and Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n) with transfer speeds up to 150 Mbps for flexible network integration.
- File Output and Compatibility: Exports to PDF, PDF/A, TIF, and JPG formats, with support for advanced file types such as BMP, CALS, DWF, and JPEG-2000. Compatible with selected HP, Canon, and Epson large-format printers.
- Operating Systems: Fully supported on Windows 10 and 11 (64-bit) and Windows Server 2025 Standard Edition.
- Power and Efficiency: Consumes 10 W in ready mode, 0.5 W in sleep, and 23 W during scanning. ENERGY STAR® certified for reduced energy draw and low heat emission.
- Build and Dimensions: Constructed with a reinforced frame and durable glass platen. Unpacked dimensions are 661 × 1176 × 194 mm (26 × 46 × 8 in), weight 35 kg (77 lbs).
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