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CONTEX HD Ultra 4250 / R42 Scanner

The Contex HD Ultra 4250 / R42 Scanner delivers fast 1200 dpi large-format scanning with exceptional color accuracy offering fast 1200 dpi imaging and outstanding accuracy.
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Updated On:
July 21, 2026
Category:
Roll Scanner

Where to Find it

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You can buy the CONTEXT HD Ultra 4250 R42 scanner directly from GlobalVision.  

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An Overview of the CONTEX HD Ultra 4250 / R42 Scanner

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The Contex HD Ultra 4250 is a 42-inch wide, high-performance CIS (Contact Image Sensor) scanner designed for demanding large-format environments. 

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It features high optical resolution and rapid scanning speeds, offering exceptional image quality and reliability for complex scanning tasks, including technical drawings, posters, and thick media.

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Key Features of the CONTEX HD Ultra 4250 / R42 Scanner

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  • 42″ Scan Width & Thick Media Support: Handles documents up to 42 inches wide and 0.6 inches thick, accommodating everything from large-format plans to heavy substrates.
  • High Optical Resolution: Offers 1200 dpi optical resolution for superior image capture and fine detail accuracy.
  • High-Speed Productivity: Delivers rapid scanning speeds of up to 17.8 inches per second, optimized for high-volume workflows.
  • Contex CleanScan CIS: Utilizes advanced CIS technology for sharp, high-quality scans that minimize digital noise and shadows.

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Use Cases

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  • Regulated Packaging & Labeling: Scan full-size press sheets, cartons, leaflets, and label mockups to support compliant artwork review and recordkeeping.
  • Submission-Ready Documentation: Digitize technical drawings, QMS records, and packaging specs required for regulatory filings (e.g., FDA, EMA, Health Canada).
  • Braille & Accessibility Compliance: Capture high-resolution scans of packaging with embossed Braille to verify height, placement, and positioning.
  • Color Accuracy Validation: Support Delta E measurements and Pantone color matching by preserving high-resolution scans used in visual QC and print inspections.
  • Artwork Change Control: Document revised print proofs or annotated materials as part of regulatory change control, version tracking, and deviation justification.
  • Quality Assurance & Print Inspection: Retain large-format samples with verified color, alignment, and substrate integrity for regulatory and GMP compliance.
  • Regulatory Archive Management: Create searchable digital archives of artwork history, SOPs, and approval forms for inspection readiness and retention policies.
  • Cross-Functional Review Collaboration: Scan and digitally route annotated documents between RA, QA, marketing, and labeling teams to streamline approval 

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Technical Specs

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  • Maximum Document Size: A0 - 42 inches (1067 mm)
  • Maximum Scan Width: 43.3 inches (1100 mm)
  • Maximum Resolution: 9600 dpi (interpolated)
  • Optical Resolution: 1200 dpi
  • Maximum Media Thickness: 0.6 inches (15 mm)
  • Scanning Speed (42-inch wide document):
    • 200 dpi RGB color: 8.9 inches/sec (upgradeable to 17.8)
    • 200 dpi grayscale/mono: 17.8 inches/sec
  • Sensor Type: Contex CleanScan CIS
  • Connectivity: USB3 with xDTR3; Gigabit Ethernet with xDTR2.5
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 53.6 x 21 x 11 inches (1360 x 540 x 279 mm)
  • Weight: 49.3 kg (109 lbs)
  • Color Bit Depth: 48-bit color, 16-bit grayscale
  • Power Requirements: 100/230/240 V, 60/50 Hz
  • Compliance: CE, cUL, Customs Union, VCCI, FCC Class A, BSMI, RoHS, and ENERGY STAR