Sharp Copier BP-51C45 A3 Colour Multifunction Printer (MFP)  – General Information:

The Sharp BP-51C45 is a smart, high-performance A3 colour multifunction printer (MFP) built for modern offices that demand speed, security, and sustainability. With multi-layer security, ultra-efficient eco design, and seamless connectivity, this MFP supports hybrid working and serves as a powerful document hub for printing, copying, scanning and optional faxing.

Key highlights include a responsive 10.1″ tiltable touch panel, fast 45 ppm printing in both colour and black & white, a 100-sheet reversing single-pass feeder for high-speed duplex scanning (up to 80 ipm), and a generous paper capacity of up to 6,300 sheets. Advanced security features such as BIOS recovery, whitelisting, TPM (Trusted Platform Module), and optional anti-malware keep your data protected, while environmental credentials (including usage of recycled plastics) help reduce your carbon footprint.

Sharp Copier BP-51C45 A3 Colour Multifunction Printer (MFP)  – Key Features:

• Speed & Productivity

  • 45 ppm (A4, colour and B/W)

  • 23 ppm for SRA3 size

  • Replace toner and paper without interrupting print/copy jobs

• High-Speed Scanning

  • 100-sheet Reversing Single Pass Feeder (RSPF)

  • Scan duplex (two-sided) at up to 80 images per minute

  • Push and pull scan support; file formats: TIFF, PDF, PDF/A, encrypted PDF, JPEG, XPS, Microsoft Office formats, searchable PDF, TXT, RTF

• Security

  • BIOS anomaly detection and auto-recovery on startup

  • Trusted Platform Module (TPM) for hardware security

  • Firmware whitelisting and self-recovery

  • Optional anti-malware protection (Bitdefender)

  • Microsoft Entra ID support for user authentication

• Connectivity & Collaboration

  • Built-in Microsoft Teams connector for direct printing and scanning to/from Teams (requires BP-AM10)

  • Mobile and hybrid access: Wi-Fi, AirPrint, Bluetooth, NFC, QR code (some require BP-EB10)

  • Print Release feature to securely release jobs from any of up to 100 networked devices

• User Experience

  • 10.1″ tiltable colour LCD touchscreen with intuitive smartphone-style icons

  • Communication lamps for job status at a glance

  • “My Favourite Colour Tone”: choose from 11 pre-configured colour palettes for consistent output across devices

• Sustainability & Eco Design

  • Up to 50% recycled plastics in the base unit

  • Cardboard-based packaging to reduce plastic waste

  • Low standby power consumption, balanced power-saving mode, and a remarkably low TEC (Typical Electricity Consumption) value

  • Fast wake-up (ready in less than 3.5 seconds)

• Output Flexibility

  • Supports paper sizes from A6R to SRA3

  • Handles heavy media: up to 300 g/m² paper weight

  • Standard 650-sheet capacity, scalable up to 6,300 sheets with optional trays

  • Multiple finishing options (optional): folding, punching, saddle-stitching, manual or staple-less stapling

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