Katun Arivia C3145
45ppm A4 · A3 Colour Photocopier
The Katun Arivia C3145 prints and copies at up to 45ppm on A4 and 22ppm on A3, with a standard 250-sheet single-pass feeder for larger batches of two-sided records. Four paper drawers keep everyday paper, letterheads and larger sheets ready for shared office work. Buy, lease or rent from Camelott®, with UK-wide service and repair support.
The Katun Arivia C3145 is a 45ppm A3 colour multifunction photocopier, printer and scanner for shared teams handling recurring reports, larger scan batches and varied paper stocks. It combines up to 22ppm A3 output, a standard 250-sheet single-pass feeder and rated duplex scanning up to 270ipm, with four main paper drawers and compatible finishing. Available to buy, lease or rent from Camelott®, with UK-wide service and repair. The Camelott photograph shows optional high-capacity feeding and external finishing. *Media limits depend on paper size, path, stock and finishing.
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Katun Arivia C3145: A Stronger Balance for Busy Print and Scan Work
The C3145 earns its place when people wait for longer print jobs and regularly load substantial two-sided files. Its 45ppm A4 engine and included 250-sheet single-pass feeder address those two tasks separately. The scanner is rated up to 135ipm simplex and 270ipm duplex, while four main drawers keep recurring stocks ready.
A theoretical 200-page A4 run takes about 4 minutes 27 seconds of engine time, compared with 5 minutes 43 seconds at 35ppm. That is roughly 1 minute 16 seconds less before processing, the first page, paper and finishing are considered. Repeated packs make that difference more valuable than an occasional short report.
The larger feeder can also reduce the need to split a normal batch into smaller loads. It does not guarantee fewer jams or make network transfer and OCR instantaneous. Compare the whole workflow and complete supplied price: stapling, booklet making, punching or simply keeping the right paper loaded may save staff as much effort as faster output.
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Explore the Arivia C3145 Part by Part
Select an area to see the specification, what it means in practice, and when it will—or will not—make a meaningful difference.
1. Document feeder & scanning
A Larger Included Feeder for Substantial Two-Sided Files
The standard 250-sheet single-pass feeder captures both sides without reversing each original.
Why this is useful
A normal larger contract pack or accounts file can be loaded in fewer batches than with a smaller feeder. Single-pass capture removes the reversing step for double-sided originals, useful where scanning is a frequent shared task.
What to weigh up
270ipm counts sides, not double-sided sheets. OCR, higher resolution, the network and destination affect file time. Comparable equipment can have larger feeders or slightly higher headline rates, so test the same originals at matching settings rather than assuming this is the fastest available scanner.
2. Controls & workflow
Make Shared Department Tasks Clear to Repeat
The 10-inch colour touchscreen supports the normal print, copy and scan choices around a shared team.
Why this is useful
Agree presets for reports, two-sided copying and approved scan destinations. A shared setup can help staff select the correct paper and colour settings without repeating every choice each time.
What to weigh up
A large panel is common in this class. Judge the workflow by whether your team can complete its actual tasks. Confirm authentication, OCR, software and any cloud connection. Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct require the relevant option.
3. Print engine
45ppm for the Jobs That Repeatedly Hold Up the Queue
Colour and mono share the A4 headline rate, with a separate 22ppm A3 rating.
Why this is useful
A theoretical 200-page A4 run takes about 4 minutes 27 seconds, around 1 minute 16 seconds less than at 35ppm. Regular report sets and teaching packs make that useful. Quicker first-copy figures also help walk-up copying under the stated test conditions.
What to weigh up
For short jobs, processing and the first page account for more of the wait. At 55ppm, the same theoretical 200-page run takes about 3 minutes 38 seconds. If long runs dominate the day, compare that gain against the complete equipment cost. First-copy time is not PC-to-first-print time.
4. Bypass & specialist media
Keep Approved Covers and Larger Layouts In-House
The main trays, 90-sheet bypass and automatic duplex support specified print media from 52 to 300gsm.
Why this is useful
Suitable heavier covers, double-sided presentation work and larger layouts can share the same device. Keep a recurring approved stock in a main drawer and use the bypass for occasional work.
What to weigh up
The maximum is conditional on size, actual stock and settings. Finishing has its own weight and sheet-count limits. Long-paper printing uses separate media and output rules. Test the material rather than assuming every coated or textured 300gsm stock is suitable.
5. Paper supply
Four Main Drawers Keep Busy Mixed-Stock Work Moving
The four-tray configuration provides 2,080 sheets in the main drawers plus a 90-sheet bypass: 2,170 sheets total.
Why this is useful
A4, A3, letterhead and another approved stock can stay ready together. That reduces paper changes when several people use different document types, while a high-capacity feeder can address repeated replenishment on longer runs.
What to weigh up
The four-tray total reaches 5,110 sheets with the B2 feeder. A larger family maximum belongs to a different tray arrangement. Confirm the exact input package, supported stocks and installed access space before paying for expansion.
6. Output & finishing
Remove the Manual Work After the Pages Are Printed
Number 6 marks the optional external finisher shown on the output side.
Why this is useful
If staff repeatedly staple report sets, punch binder packs or assemble training guides, the matching finisher can complete those tasks as part of the job. Choose around a finished sample, including covers and page count.
What to weigh up
*Limits depend on paper size, weight and covers. Fifteen sheets typically give 60 booklet pages; twenty give 80. C4 finishing requires the transport unit, and its punch version must be specified initially because punching cannot be added later. Confirm installation requirements and UK option availability.
Photocopier terminology, explained by Bean
Confused by Photocopier Jargon?
Bean explains the terms without the technical waffle. Here is what the specifications mean for your working day.
- PPM — Pages Per Minute
- Printer PPM measures pages produced per minute once the print engine is running, under specified test conditions. The difference between 45ppm and 65ppm matters much more on a 100-page job than a five-page job, where processing and the first page account for more of the wait.
- IPM — Images Per Minute
- Scanner IPM normally measures scanned sides, not sheets. One double-sided sheet counts as two images. A high figure helps with large scan batches, but resolution, OCR, file processing and upload speed can still slow the complete job.
- GSM — Grams Per Square Metre
- GSM describes paper weight per square metre; ordinary office paper is often 80gsm. The C3145 main trays, bypass and automatic duplex are specified for 52–300gsm under their supported conditions. Check paper size, actual stock and finishing separately: the finisher or booklet maker may have a lower limit.
- MFP — Multifunction Printer
- One device combines printing, copying and scanning; fax may be optional. Sharing an MFP saves space, but a busy scan or copy session can create a queue, so consider how many people need it at once.
- ADF — Automatic Document Feeder
- An ADF feeds a stack of originals into the scanner, saving you from placing every page on the glass. Capacity matters for long batches. ADF alone does not tell you whether both sides are scanned automatically; check the feeder type.
- DSDF — Dual Scan Document Feeder
- A DSDF scans both sides of an original in one pass, without turning the sheet over. It is especially useful for large double-sided document packs. The C3145 uses the name DADF for its standard 250-sheet single-pass feeder. Compare the mechanism and capacity, not the initials alone.
- RADF — Reversing Automatic Document Feeder
- A RADF scans one side and reverses the sheet to scan the other. It still handles double-sided originals automatically, but the reversing step makes it slower than a dual-scan feeder. It can be quite sufficient for occasional smaller batches. The C3145’s included feeder uses single-pass capture instead.
- DADF — Duplexing Automatic Document Feeder
- DADF describes an automatic feeder that handles double-sided originals. Check whether the actual configuration scans both sides in one pass or reverses each sheet: the mechanism, scan speed and capacity matter more than the initials. On the C3145, the included 250-sheet DADF scans both sides in one pass; its rated scan speed is separate from the 45ppm print speed.
- Duplex — Automatic Double-sided Printing
- Automatic duplex prints on both sides without manually reloading the paper. It saves paper and reduces bulky packs. It does not mean double-sided scanning, and supported paper weights can be lower than for single-sided printing.
- DPI — Dots Per Inch
- DPI describes resolution: how many dots are printed, or how finely a scan samples detail, per inch. Higher settings can help fine text and images, but scanning at higher resolution creates larger files and can slow the workflow. Match the setting to the task.
- CPC — Cost Per Copy
- CPC is the charge per copy or printed page under a service arrangement. Colour and black-and-white print charges may differ. Scanning and printed pages are different functions. Ask what is included, how A3 and double-sided pages are counted, and whether minimum billing applies. Compare the rates against your actual usage.
- FCOT — First Copy Out Time
- FCOT is the time to produce the first copy under the manufacturer’s test conditions. It is not PC-to-first-printed-page time: a PC print job can also involve the computer, application, driver, network, server or cloud, copier processing and print engine. Sleep state can add a further wait.
- A4 / A3 — Paper Sizes
- A4 is 210 × 297mm, the usual office page. A3 is 297 × 420mm, twice the area of A4, useful for plans, larger spreadsheets and folded A4 booklets with suitable finishing. If you never use A3, a smaller A4 device may suit a lighter workload, but check paper capacity, sustained use and any finishing attachments you may need later.
- Booklet Maker — Folded, Stapled Booklets
- A booklet maker folds sheets down the middle and staples along the fold to produce a finished booklet. With suitable paper and finishing, A3 sheets become an A4 booklet and A4 sheets become an A5 booklet. Useful for handbooks, programmes and training guides. It is a separate finishing requirement from corner stapling: check that the compatible booklet finisher is included and that its sheet and paper-weight limits suit your documents.
- Hole Punch — Pages Ready for Binders
- A compatible hole-punch option makes holes in printed sheets so packs are ready for folders or ring binders, saving staff from punching each batch by hand. Check the hole pattern, supported paper sizes and weights, and the required finisher combination. If you regularly prepare binder packs—or expect to later—choose a machine that accepts the necessary attachment.
- Corner Staple — Keep Each Set Together
- Corner stapling puts a staple near the corner of each printed set, keeping meeting papers, reports and teaching packs together. It can save time when you repeatedly produce multiple sets; for an occasional short document, a separate stapler may be sufficient. Check the compatible finisher’s sheet limit and staple positions. Corner stapling does not fold pages or make a booklet.
Specifications in real life
What the C3145 Figures Mean for Your Office
Useful when: Recurring reports and packs create shared print queues.
Keep it in perspective: 200 A4 pages take about 4 minutes 27 seconds of theoretical engine time. Real jobs add processing, first page and finishing.
Useful when: Larger files should fit into fewer feeder loads.
Keep it in perspective: Original weight, condition and correct loading affect capacity. This is the scan feeder, not a print-paper drawer.
Useful when: Two-sided records need regular batch capture.
Keep it in perspective: This counts sides at A4 LEF, 200dpi to folder. Simplex is rated 135ipm; complete file time also includes OCR and delivery.
Useful when: Several sizes or approved stocks are used throughout the day.
Keep it in perspective: Correct tray settings and staff habits matter as well as drawer count. Optional high-capacity feeding serves a different need.
Useful when: Approved heavier stock and double-sided covers form part of the work.
Keep it in perspective: Size, stock and finishing restrictions remain. A headline maximum is not approval for every material or booklet.
Useful when: Larger schedules, plans and suitable booklet layouts should stay in-house.
Keep it in perspective: A3 throughput is lower than A4. Compare large-paper workloads separately from the 45ppm headline.
Choose around the work
Where the C3145 Could Work Well in Your Business
Make repeated waiting time the reason to upgrade
At 45ppm, a 200-page A4 engine run takes about 4 minutes 27 seconds. Repeated report sets can make the saving over a lower-speed engine worthwhile. Use peak jobs and waiting times, not only a monthly total.
Reduce the number of feeder loads
The standard 250-sheet single-pass feeder is useful when staff regularly capture substantial files. It holds a larger batch than smaller office feeders, but originals still need appropriate preparation and correct loading.
Compare finished files, not just headline IPM
The rated duplex rate is strong for regular two-sided capture. Some comparable equipment advertises 280ipm and a 300-sheet feeder. Test the complete workflow, including OCR and transfer, and compare full supplied cost.
Keep each recurring paper ready
Four main drawers can retain A4, A3, letterhead and another approved stock. Staff can select the right paper without repeatedly replacing what another department needs. Agree tray names and defaults at installation.
Judge presentation quality on real documents
The advertised 1200 × 2400 dpi print mode is worth testing on fine text, charts and graphics. It does not prove universal superiority over a different resolution figure. Use your files, paper and normal driver settings.
Save assembly work as well as engine time
A compatible booklet configuration folds and centre-staples the sheets. Choose the B4 or C4 route around page count, size and covers. A corner staple keeps a pack together but does not create a booklet.
Specify the future requirement now
If punching is used every week, automation may remove a recurring manual task. The C4 punch configuration must be chosen initially. Confirm the hole pattern and accessory route before selecting the finisher.
Check the entire paper and finishing path
The supported 52–300gsm duplex range can help suitable double-sided presentation jobs. Finisher, booklet and stock restrictions remain separate. Request a sample test for coated covers or unusual material.
Choose the engine that matches the actual work
Light A4-only printing may suit a smaller device at lower equipment cost. Repeated long runs may justify a 55ppm or faster engine. Scanner performance and finishing requirements should still be compared separately.
Plan the working machine, including its options
High-capacity feeding and external finishing add to the base dimensions. Allow room to load, collect output and service the device. Compare buy, lease or rental arrangements with clear UK-wide service and repair terms for the location.
Who should choose it?
The C3145 Is a Good Fit When...
It makes sense if you...
- Regularly share medium or longer colour print runs
- Capture substantial two-sided files through the day
- Want the 250-sheet single-pass feeder included
- Need A4, A3 and several recurring stocks ready
- Use supported heavier print media or SRA3 layouts
- Prepare stapled sets, punched packs or booklets with suitable options
- Want purchase, lease or rental with agreed UK-wide support
We would compare another option if you...
- Print only occasional short A4 jobs with little finishing
- Need sustained long-run output beyond what 45ppm provides
- Need original stacks larger than the 250-sheet feeder capacity
- Choose solely on the largest advertised scan-speed figure
- Assume 300gsm applies to every booklet or finisher job
- Have not allowed installed space for the selected options
- Assume the pictured high-capacity feeder and finisher are standard
Equipment and support around your business
Buy, Lease or Rent the C3145 with UK-wide Service & Repair
Choose how you obtain the machine, then agree the support that keeps it useful in your workplace. We explain equipment costs and service terms separately.
Purchase the configuration you need
Buy a Katun Arivia C3145 outright, with the feeder, paper capacity and finishing selected for your work. Ask about available new and professionally prepared used equipment, the supplied condition, warranty and service options.
Spread the equipment cost
A lease can spread the equipment cost over an agreed term. We explain the payments, term and end-of-agreement arrangements, with service charges shown separately. Finance is subject to the provider’s approval and agreed terms.
Discuss a rental for your circumstances
Rent the C3145 where the available equipment and rental arrangement suit your requirements. Tell us the intended period, location, expected use and finishing needs so we can confirm availability, delivery, collection and the applicable terms.
Support beyond supplying the machine
Camelott® offers photocopier servicing and repair across the UK, including support for the Katun Arivia C3145. Tell us your postcode and whether you need ongoing maintenance or help with a fault. We will confirm the service available, charges, inclusions and attendance arrangements for your location.
Choosing your configuration
What to Check Before Choosing a Katun Arivia C3145
What creates the busiest queue?
Compare typical and peak print jobs separately from scan batches. Faster printing cannot remove OCR or network-transfer delays.
Will the normal original batch fit?
The standard feeder holds up to 250 sheets under stated conditions. Test representative originals at the intended resolution and destination.
Which paper stocks must stay loaded?
List A4, A3, letterhead, covers and recurring specialist stock. Set the four main trays around that use.
Which finishing task repeats?
Corner stapling, hole punching, booklets and folding need the correct configuration. Provide a finished sample and page count.
Could punching be required later?
A C4 finisher must be supplied in the required punch version because punching cannot be added later. Confirm upgrade routes for the proposed equipment.
What is the actual input and option package?
The four-tray configuration totals 2,170 sheets including bypass. Confirm feeder expansion, finisher and transport requirements rather than relying on a family maximum.
What will the agreement cost in use?
Compare condition, equipment, term and end arrangements separately from colour/mono service rates, minimum billing, consumables, labour and exclusions.
Will the installation fit and connect?
Allow room for open trays, servicing and options. Agree network, folders, email, authentication, software, training and support terms for the postcode.
The details worth checking
Katun Arivia C3145 Specifications
| Feature | Specification | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Device type | A3 colour multifunction system | Print, copy and scan; fax optional. |
| A4 output | Up to 45ppm colour / mono | A4 long-edge feed; other orientation is slower. |
| A3 output | Up to 22ppm colour / mono | Separate from the A4 headline rate. |
| First copy | Approx. 5.7s colour / 4.4s mono | Manufacturer priority-mode tests; not PC-to-first-print timing. |
| Recovery / warm-up | Up to 11s sleep recovery / up to 30s warm-up | Manufacturer conditions at 23°C; separate measures. |
| Standard feeder | 250-sheet single-pass DADF | Both sides captured without reversing the original. |
| Simplex scanning | Up to 135ipm colour / mono | A4 LEF, 200dpi, scan to folder. |
| Duplex scanning | Up to 270ipm colour / mono | Counts scanned sides, not double-sided sheets. |
| Scan resolution | Up to 600 × 600 dpi | Higher settings affect file size and complete job time. |
| Main paper input | 4 × 520 sheets = 2,080 sheets | Four-tray configuration. |
| Standard total input | 2,170 sheets including bypass | 2,080 main trays + 90-sheet bypass. |
| Expanded four-tray input | Up to 5,110 sheets with B2 feeder | B2 adds 2,940 sheets; confirm the actual supplied arrangement. |
| Main trays / bypass | 52–300gsm | Supported paper sizes, stock and settings apply. |
| Automatic duplex | 52–300gsm | Supported size and stock apply; finishing has separate limits. |
| Print sizes | A5–SRA3; supported custom sizes | Bypass supports additional sizes; check exact job requirements. |
| Long-paper printing | Up to 320 × 1,200mm via supported bypass route | Separate 106–220gsm long-paper conditions and output rules apply. |
| Advertised print resolution | 1200 × 2400 dpi | Driver and quality modes vary; 1200 × 1200 and 600 × 600 modes also listed. |
| Control panel | 10-inch colour touchscreen | Configure normal jobs and scan destinations. |
| Memory / storage | 4GB RAM / 128GB storage | Available storage is lower than nominal capacity. |
| Connectivity | Gigabit Ethernet / USB 3.0 | Wireless LAN and Wi-Fi Direct require relevant options. |
| Mobile support | AirPrint, Mopria Print Service and Mopria Scan | Compatible devices and network setup required. |
| Base dimensions / weight | 658 × 790 × 1,169mm; approximately 146kg | Weight excludes toner; optional modules and working access add installed space. |
| Centre output trays | Upper 250 / lower 250 sheets | A4 LEF under stated conditions; finishing capacities separate. |
| Finishing options | Compatible A2, B4 and C4 configurations | Check staple, punch, booklet and folder requirements; the C4 needs its transport unit. |
Specifications checked against the manufacturer’s detailed model and accessory sheet. Input figures include the bypass where stated. Four-tray capacity is distinguished from other tray arrangements in the range. Confirm the current UK configuration, media and compatible options with Camelott before ordering.
Questions worth asking
Katun Arivia C3145 FAQ
Can I buy, lease or rent the Katun Arivia C3145?
Yes. Camelott® offers purchase, lease and rental options. Tell us your postcode, intended period, workload and configuration so availability, condition and terms can be confirmed.
Do you offer UK-wide service and repair?
Yes. Camelott® offers photocopier servicing and repair across the UK. Give us your postcode and machine details so coverage, charges, inclusions and attendance arrangements can be confirmed.
What are the main reasons to choose this model?
The C3145 combines 45ppm A4 output, a standard 250-sheet single-pass feeder, rated 270ipm duplex scanning and four main paper drawers. It suits teams whose work includes repeated print packs and substantial document capture.
How fast does it print A4 and A3?
Up to 45ppm A4 long-edge feed and 22ppm A3 in colour and mono. A theoretical 200-page A4 engine run takes about 4 minutes 27 seconds. Processing, first page, paper and finishing affect actual time.
Is the 250-sheet single-pass feeder included?
Yes. Katun lists a standard 250-sheet feeder that captures both sides without reversing each original. Confirm the complete supplied equipment and original-handling requirements in the proposal.
How fast can it scan?
Up to 135ipm simplex and 270ipm duplex in colour and mono under the published A4 LEF, 200dpi, scan-to-folder conditions. IPM counts sides, not double-sided sheets. OCR, resolution and transfer affect complete file time.
Are four paper drawers included?
The four-tray configuration has four 520-sheet main drawers and a 90-sheet bypass, making 2,170 sheets including bypass. The 2,080-sheet figure refers to the main drawers alone. Confirm the supplied arrangement.
What is the maximum paper input?
The four-tray configuration reaches 5,110 sheets with the 2,940-sheet B2 high-capacity feeder. Higher headline range figures refer to different tray arrangements. Ask for the actual total in the quote.
Can it print 300gsm on both sides automatically?
Automatic duplex is specified for 52–300gsm under supported size and stock conditions. That does not establish compatibility with every 300gsm material or finishing route. Test the actual stock and finished job.
Is 1200 × 2400 dpi also the scan resolution?
No. It is an advertised print-resolution setting. Scanning is specified up to 600 × 600 dpi. Driver and print-quality modes vary; use real output samples to compare quality.
Can it corner-staple, make booklets and hole-punch?
Compatible finishing configurations provide these functions. Corner stapling does not fold or centre-staple booklets. Tell us the finished size, pages, covers and hole pattern so the correct accessories are specified.
What is the booklet capacity?
The B4 booklet option is rated up to 15 saddle-stapled sheets and the C4 booklet configuration up to 20 under their stated conditions. Those typically represent up to 60 or 80 pages at four pages per sheet. Paper, covers and size affect limits.
Can hole punching be added in future?
It depends on the finisher. A C4 unit must be supplied in the required punch version because punching cannot be added later. Confirm the proposed equipment’s accessory route before ordering.
Would a slower machine or an A4 device be enough?
Possibly, if printing is light or jobs are short. Compare scan capacity and speed separately, and check any future booklet, punching or heavier-media requirements. Repeated long jobs may instead justify a faster engine.
Can it connect wirelessly and scan to our systems?
Wireless LAN and Wi-Fi Direct require the relevant option. Confirm drivers, authentication, email, folders, OCR and any cloud integration using a representative file. Mobile support depends on compatible devices and network setup.
What affects the complete price?
Equipment condition, input and finishing options, software, installation, finance term or rental period and service affect the proposal. Apply colour and mono rates to actual usage and confirm minimum billing, exclusions and cover.
Interested in the C3145?
Talk to Camelott® About the Katun Arivia C3145
Buy, lease or rent the Katun Arivia C3145 from Camelott®, with UK-wide service and repair support. Tell us your postcode, preferred arrangement and how your team prints and scans. We will recommend a suitable configuration and explain equipment, delivery and service costs clearly.