Canon imagePROGRAF TM‑255 and TM‑350 Screen Printing Film Positives

The Canon imagePROGRAF TM-255, an A1 printer, and the Canon imagePROGRAF TM-350, an A0 printer, are large-format pigment-ink devices designed for high-precision output — making them well suited for producing film positives used in screen-printing workflows.

Both models utilise Canon’s PF-06 print head with a 5-colour pigment ink system, including a dense matte black channel essential for producing opaque artwork on clear film. Opacity is critical when creating clean, high-quality screen-burning stencils.

The TM-350 delivers a maximum resolution of 2400 × 1200 dpi, supporting detailed line work, crisp edges, and consistent halftones — all vital for accurate screen exposure.

The TM-255 shares the same core print-head architecture and pigment-ink system, along with features such as automatic media detection and hot-swap ink replacement to maintain efficiency during higher-volume film production.

In screen-printing environments, the ability to produce dense, waterproof black areas on polyester film directly impacts stencil sharpness, exposure consistency, and multi-colour registration accuracy.

Inkjet printers paired with the correct media and high-density pigment inks remain the preferred solution for producing reliable, professional-grade film positives.

With their high resolution, pigment-based ink systems, and support for A1 and A0 media sizes, the TM-255 and TM-350 integrate seamlessly into screen-printing studios, signage producers, and other specialist print environments where consistent positive-film output is required.

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