Contex HD Ultra X
The large format scanner that sets the standard with outstanding image quality and colour accuracy
The Contex HD Ultra X is the professional choice for technical experts, graphic designers, archivists and reprographics departments.
Digitise maps, drawings, powers, artwork, and fine art with precision, accuracy, and exceptional detail with models up to 60″ wide.
New for 2026!
Exceed FADGI 3-star compliance with HD Ultra X and Nextimage 7, now featuring advanced ICC Colour Management powered by industry-leading X-Rite® colour profiling.
The Contex HD Ultra X is the professional choice for technical experts, graphic designers, archivists and reprographics departments.
Digitise maps, drawings, powers, artwork, and fine art with precision, accuracy, and exceptional detail with models up to 60″ wide.
New for 2025!
Exceed FADGI 3-star compliance with HD Ultra X and Nextimage 7, now featuring advanced ICC Colour Management powered by industry-leading X-Rite® colour profiling.
Contex HD Ultra X Large Format Scanner
Key Features of the Contex HD Ultra X
- Advanced CCD image technology for accurate colour and detail
- Premium lenses for high-resolution image quality
- Up to 1200 dpi optical resolution
- Fast 8.9″ ips colour and 17.9″ ips mono scanning speeds
- Colour scan speed can be upgraded further to 17.9″ ips
- Adjustable speed control for accurate, controlled scanning
- Scan media up to 15 mm thick with adjustable thickness control
- Ideal for artwork, maps, photos, plans and technical documents
- Choice of 36″, 42″ or 60″ scan sizes to suit all requirements
- Meets and exceeds FADGI 3-star when paired with Nextimage 7
The Contex HD Ultra X is a professional large format scanner designed for artwork, maps, plans, technical drawings and other wide format documents.
Combining advanced CCD image technology, high optical resolution, fast scan speeds and flexible media handling, it delivers accurate colour, sharp detail and reliable performance for demanding scanning environments.
Contex HD Ultra X wide format scanning up to 60 inches
Available in 32″, 42″ and extra-wide 60″ models, the HD Ultra X gives you the flexibility to scan a wide range of large format originals with ease.
CCD image technology for accurate colour and detail
Contex HD Ultra X uses advanced CCD image technology to deliver sharp, high-quality scans with excellent colour accuracy and faithful detail reproduction.
Flexible media handling for thick originals
With OPAC thickness adjustment control, the HD Ultra X can scan media from 2 mm up to 15 mm thick. This makes it suitable for artwork, posters, maps, drawings and plans.
Fast scanning speeds for demanding workflows
Designed for productive environments, the HD Ultra X offers fast monochrome and colour scanning speeds to help improve efficiency without compromising image quality.
Enhanced features with new Nextimage 7
Pair the Contex HD Ultra X with Nextimage 7 software for advanced colour management and additional workflow tools, including ICC colour profiling powered by X-Rite.
Why Choose the Contex HD Ultra X?
Scan up to 60" wide
Scan wider with the HD Ultra X available in a super wide 60″ format alongside 36″ and 42″ models. With True Size Detection, it finds the paper width automatically.
Fast scanning speeds
Scan up to 17.8″ per second mono or 8.9″ per second colour. Need to scan even faster? Upgrade to 17.8″ per second colour scanning for maximum productivity.
CCD Image Technology
HD Ultra X utilises premium lenses to deliver CCD image sensors with exceptional colour accuracy and precision for high-quality scanning results every time.
OTAC
Contex’s adaptable Optimal Thickness Adjustment Control (OTAC) allows you to scan in different media with ease, from 2mm up to 15mm.
3-position speed control
Scanning fragile or delicate originals? The scanner features an adjustable scanning speed, which you can access directly from the control panel and adjust whilst items are being scanned – great for fragile originals.
Fast USB 3.0 & Ethernet
Enjoy up to 3x faster image transfer to ensure your workflow always remains fast and productive. Use network connectivity to create a central resource for all to use.
Contex HD Ultra X optional accessories
Pair the HD Ultra X with a dedicated floor stand with a document catch basket. Why not also add document carrier wallets to help protect fragile originals?
Contex HD Ultra X Model Range
Contex HD Ultra X 36"
Contex HD Ultra X 42"
Contex HD Ultra X 60"
Contex HD Ultra X FAQs
What is the maximum scan width?
The scanner is available in 32″, 42″ and extra-wide 60″ models. This makes it suitable for a wide range of large format documents, technical drawings, maps and artwork.
Which professionals is the Contex HD Ultra X best suited for?
The Contex HD Ultra X is well-suited to architects, engineers, surveyors, GIS professionals and reprographics teams. It is also a strong choice for photographers, artists and archive specialists.
Does the Contex HD Ultra X use CCD image technology?
Yes, it uses advanced CCD image technology to deliver sharp, high-quality scans with excellent colour accuracy, strong detail reproduction and reliable image clarity. Compared with CIS technology, CCD is typically better for capturing depth, texture and subtle tonal variation, making it a strong choice for scanning artwork, photographs, maps and other detailed originals.
Can it scan thick media?
Yes, the HD Ultra X features OPAC thickness adjustment control, allowing it to scan media from 2 mm up to 15 mm thick. This makes it suitable for artwork, posters, maps, drawings and plans.
Is it suitable for artwork, maps and plans?
Yes, this large format scanner is ideal for scanning artwork, maps, posters, photographs, plans and other wide format originals where image quality and accurate colour matter.
How fast is the scanner?
It is designed for productive workflows, offering fast monochrome and colour scanning speeds to help improve efficiency in busy scanning environments. As standard, it delivers 8.9 ips colour and 17.8 ips monochrome scanning at 200 dpi, with the option to upgrade to 17.8 ips colour scanning for even faster performance.
Which software works with the Contex HD Ultra X?
It can be paired with Nextimage 7 software, which is tailored for use with Contex large format scanners. With enhanced workflow features, advanced colour management and ICC colour profiling, it is an ideal choice for getting the best performance, efficiency and image quality from the scanner.
Discover NEW Nextimage 7 – Large Format Scanning Made Easy
Nextimage 7, designed for optimal results, reveals hidden details and restores even the faintest originals.
Scan in vibrant colours with sRGB, Adobe RGB, or Device RGB, and enhance maps with advanced filters and colour reduction options.
Digitise and restore monochrome originals with smart adaptive filters and advanced background removal.
Try Nextimage 7 for free to explore its full range of features and how it can help transform your workflow and productivity.
Discover contact-free scanning with the new HD Apeiron/42
Meet the new Contex HD Apeiron/42, the new contact-free overhead scanning solution redefining the scanning sector.
Featuring advanced CCD image technology and an optical resolution of up to 1200 dpi, the HD Apeiron/42 delivers exceptional image quality. Scan items up to 42 x 60” in size and 5.1” in height in one single pass.
With its natural light LEDs, it faithfully captures originals, preserving intricate details, true colours, and delicate surfaces. Adjust easily with its 3D effect tool to create the perfect digital reproduction.
The Contex HD Apeiron/42 is now setting the standard for large-format scanners and is the perfect resource for artwork scanning and preservation.
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