Contex HD Apeiron/42
The innovative new contact-free art scanner with exquisite detail, accuracy and texture
The new Contex HD Apeiron/42 is the perfect choice for scanning original artwork and fine art with amazing results.
Discover the power of natural light LEDs to illuminate digitised images with incredible realism and texture like never before and with complete ease.
With FADGI 4-star image compliance, classing leading CRI index and X-Rite colour management, it’s a solution that excels in delivering precision and accuracy.
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The new Contex HD Apeiron/42 is the perfect choice for scanning original artwork and fine art with amazing results.
Discover the power of natural light LEDs to illuminate digitised images with incredible realism and texture like never before and with complete ease.
With FADGI 4-star image compliance, classing leading CRI index and X-Rite colour management, it’s a solution that excels in delivering precision and accuracy.
Contex HD Apeiron/42
Contact free scanning design – items pass under without touching any parts
Scans items up to 42 x 60″ in size and 5.1″ in depth to suit all media types
Advanced table conveyance system features precision timing belt transmission
4 way adjustable lighting with 3D shadow control to reveal image textures like never before
CCD technology with Fujifilm lenses and up to 1200 dpi optical resolution
Perfect for artwork, maps, photos, plans and much more
Advanced LED lighting for precise, natural lighting effects
FADGI 4 & ISO 19264-1 compliant.
Colour rendering index (CRI) level >98.
No IR/UV radiation
ICC Color Management in Nextimage Apeiron software created with X-Rite® colour profiling.
Complete with Nextimage Apeiron – achieve stunning results with unique 3D effect feature and more
Unparalleled Contact-Free Technology for Precision
Contex HD Apeiron/42 stands out with its unrivalled technology, accurately digitising various media forms. Offering the market’s most realistic image quality, comprehensive light control, and a unique ability to highlight intricate details, it’s an ideal choice for fine art, delicate artefacts, and more.
Tailored for Precision and Versatility
Perfectly suited for museums, copy shops, material manufacturers, and diverse industries, the Contex HD Apeiron/42 is designed to elevate the quality of detailed and fragile originals with unprecedented accuracy.
Advanced Features for Diverse Media
With a 10” (254 mm) clearance height and an optimal focus plane of up to 5.1” (130 mm), it effortlessly handles thicker media like framed artwork, wooden pieces, or building material samples. Items can also be up to 42 x 60” in size.
Exceptional Imaging Capabilities
Equipped with six cameras featuring Fujifilm lenses and quad-linear Toshiba colour CCDs, the HD Apeiron/42 captures every element with an impressive optical resolution of up to 1200 dpi, ensuring meticulous rendering of details.
Innovative Lighting for Accuracy
Its advanced LED lamps, utilising TRI-RTM technology and elliptical reflectors, replicate the natural daylight spectrum, guaranteeing accurate and uniform colours without distance-induced fading.
Enhanced Workflow and User Experience
As the fastest contact-free large format scanner available, HD Apeiron/42 enhances workflows without compromising on quality. It also includes a large, arm-mounted 22″ touchscreen monitor for easy operation.
Includes Nextimage Apeiron for advanced image editing
Nextimage Apeiron is designed to be user-friendly, allowing easy access to essential parameters without burying options behind tabs or dropdown menus. Fine-tune images to achieve perfect results that faithfully match the originals.
Contex HD Apeiron/42 Features

Contact-Free Scanning
Safely and easily scan large, bulky or fragile originals thanks to its clever overhead scanning design and precision table conveyance working in haromny for outstanding results.

Advanced Image Technology
the Contex HD Apeiron/42 features Toshiba CCD sensors with Fujifilm lenses for stunning image quality adjustable up to 1200 dpi optical resolution.

Natural Light Technology
Discover the HD Apeiron/42’s advanced LED lighting system. With TRI-R technology, it replicates the natural light spectrum with complete control and adjustment.

3D Texture Control
Create expressive shadows and highlights to add lifelike 3D surface textures with ease. Re-create the appearance of items hanging on walls for the perfect digital reimaging
Setting new standards for compliance

HD Apeiron/42 complies to FADGI with 4 stars – defined as the best imaging practical standard today.

Applies to scanners and digital cameras used for the digitisation of cultural heritage material.

HD Apeiron/42’s CRI surpasses 98, signifying accurate colour reproduction in illuminated objects.

Specialised museum-correct lighting, with no UV/IR radiation, effectively preserves valuable items.

The ICC Color Management in Nextimage Apeiron software is made with X-Rite® color profiling.

Energy Star 3.0 certified. Contex innovation reduces energy use, benefiting the environment.
Meet Nextimage Apeiron
Enjoy the proven and powerful scanning features of Nextimage with a version designed especially for HD Apeiron/42 and included as standard.
Optimised to work with the included 22” arm-mounted touchscreen display, be in complete control with easy-to-use icons and menus that put you in full control. Designed for large format documents, enjoy tools, filters, and automated processes also designed to aid workflow and productivity.
Choose from built-in presets or create your own to enable fuss-free scanning in just 3 easy steps. Simply choose your required preset, load your original and press scan. With help and guidance on positioning and setup, the HD Apeiron/42 is as easy to use as other Contex products.
Contex HD Apeiron/42 Model Range

Contex HD Apeiron/42
Discover the complete Contex range of artwork scanners

IQ Flex A2 Flatbed Scanner
At last, a flatbed scanner designed for large formats. Simple and easy to use, scan items up to A2 PC via the integrated touchscreen panel. Also, scan up to A1 with its seamless stitching tool.

HD Ultra X Sheet Feed Scanners
The versatile HD Ultra X combines Fuji film lens CCD sensors and the ability to scan media between 2mm and 15mm. The result? Complete flexibility and stunning images with colour, depth and texture. Choose 36″, 42″ and even 60″ wide models.

HD Apeiron/42 Contract-Free Scanner
Setting the new standard for image quality, the HD Apeiron/42 is the new contact-free scanning solution perfect for artwork. With advanced software, create and edit with natural daylight LEDs and 3D texture effects with simple to use controls.
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Contex for the UK and Ireland markets is exclusively and solely distributed by BDM Distribution. For reseller and partner enquiries, please visit www.bdmdistribution.co.uk
