Katun Arivia M3135
35ppm A4 · A3 Mono Photocopier
The Katun Arivia M3135 prints black-and-white A4 documents at up to 35ppm, handles A3 reports and scans in colour through its included single-pass feeder. Buy, lease or rent from Camelott®, with UK-wide service and repair support.
The Katun Arivia M3135 is a 35ppm A3 mono multifunction photocopier, printer and colour scanner for finance packs, contracts, school administration and shared office documents. It delivers up to 19ppm A3, with an included 130-sheet single-pass feeder, expandable input and compatible stapling, booklet making and hole punching. Available to buy, lease or rent from Camelott®, with UK-wide service and repair. The Camelott-hosted photograph illustrates the M2125/M2130/M3135 range using an M2130 with optional extra drawers; the supplied M3135 configuration is confirmed in your proposal.
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Katun Arivia M3135: More Pace for Repeated Mono Document Sets
The M3135 makes most sense when a shared team prints enough medium-length reports for a modest speed increase to be useful. A theoretical 200-page A4 engine run takes about 5 minutes 43 seconds at 35ppm, compared with 6 minutes 40 seconds at 30ppm. That is roughly 57 seconds less each time, before processing, the first page, paper and finishing are considered.
Its 19ppm A3 rate is useful for larger spreadsheets, schedules and suitable booklet layouts. Printed and copied output is mono, while the included single-pass scanner captures colour originals. The 130-sheet feeder and rated 80ipm scanning are shared with lower print-speed models in this mono family; buying the faster engine does not increase scan speed or improve the published 4.5-second first-copy figure.
For finance, operations or school administration, the right drawers and finishing can matter as much as 35ppm. Keep recurring sizes loaded, automate report staples or binder holes, and specify booklet making separately. Compare a faster engine for regular long runs, or a smaller A4 device where output is light and no compatible finishing is needed.
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Explore the Arivia M3135 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
Keep Colour Capture Included with Mono Output
The standard 130-sheet single-pass DADF captures both sides without reversing each original.
Why this is useful
Finance records, signed forms and highlighted working papers can be captured in colour even when printed reports remain black and white. An included feeder makes the complete package worth comparing with equivalent equipment that prices its feeder separately.
What to weigh up
The 80ipm rating applies to simplex and duplex; do not double it to 160ipm. This scanner is shared with lower print-speed models in this mono family. For archive-heavy work, compare complete file time at the intended resolution, OCR setting and destination. Original condition and correct loading still matter.
2. Controls & workflow
Set Up Shared Tasks Around the People Using Them
The seven-inch colour touchscreen supports everyday copying, scanning and saved settings.
Why this is useful
Shared presets for reports and approved scan destinations can make repeat work easier for staff who use the device occasionally. A colour screen helps display controls, while the print engine remains monochrome.
What to weigh up
Some equivalent systems have larger panels. Try the actual job steps with staff and confirm authentication, drivers, email, folders and any additional software. Wireless LAN and Wi-Fi Direct require the relevant option; mobile support does not mean a wireless card is included.
3. Mono print engine
35ppm Where Repeated Sets Make the Difference
The engine delivers up to 35ppm A4 long-edge feed and 19ppm A3 in black and white.
Why this is useful
A theoretical 200-page A4 run takes about 5 minutes 43 seconds, roughly 57 seconds less than at 30ppm. The saving becomes more useful when reports, statement batches or multiple sets repeat through the day.
What to weigh up
The first-copy figure is shared with the slower mono family models. Short jobs may gain little, while recurring long runs can justify 45–55ppm equipment. Actual throughput depends on processing, paper, quality adjustments, duplexing and finishing. It cannot print or copy in colour.
4. Bypass & specialist media
Give Forms and Letterheads Their Own Route
The 100-sheet bypass handles supported occasional stock while ordinary paper stays loaded.
Why this is useful
Accounts forms or letterheads can be loaded for a particular task without emptying the everyday drawer. Approved heavier stock can provide a report cover through the correct supported path.
What to weigh up
A 256gsm headline does not apply to automatic duplex or the bypass. If heavy two-sided covers are frequent, compare equipment with a higher duplex limit. Check size, stock, settings and finishing using a representative finished sample.
5. Paper supply
Choose Input Around the Documents That Repeat
Standard input is 620 sheets: a 520-sheet main drawer plus a 100-sheet bypass.
Why this is useful
Extra drawers are useful when A4, A3 and a recurring form need to remain available together. A tandem supply can reduce refilling on repeated common-stock jobs; choose its arrangement for the paper staff actually use.
What to weigh up
Higher capacity does not make the engine faster. One main drawer is standard, while some equivalent systems include two. Maximum input needs the appropriate tandem module and B1 feeder, whose own supported sizes must be checked. The range photograph includes optional drawers.
6. Output & finishing
Take Repeated Assembly Work Out of the Job
Number 6 marks the output area in the range photograph. External finishing is optional.
Why this is useful
Corner staples keep report sets together; punching prepares binder records; the booklet unit folds and centre-staples guides. These address different manual tasks, so specify what staff repeatedly assemble after printing.
What to weigh up
*Fifteen sheets normally mean up to 60 booklet pages at four pages per sheet. Size, paper and covers affect limits. A corner stapler does not make a booklet. Confirm the hole pattern, feeding module, installation kit, current UK availability and installed footprint.
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 35ppm and 45ppm 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 M3135 main tray supports 60–256gsm, the bypass 60–216gsm and automatic duplex 60–169gsm. A headline maximum does not apply to every path. Check the actual size, stock and finishing 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 M3135 uses the name DADF for its standard 130-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 it adds a handling step; compare the actual scan-speed ratings with a dual-scan feeder. It can be quite sufficient for occasional smaller batches. The M3135’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 M3135, the included 130-sheet DADF scans both sides in one pass; its rated scan speed is separate from the 35ppm 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 dots per inch for printing or samples per inch for scanning. The M3135 lists high-resolution printing up to 1200 × 1200 dpi and scanning up to 600 × 600 dpi. Those describe different tasks. These figures are common in this class; assess text, fine lines and scanned detail using your own documents.
- CPC — Cost Per Copy
- Cost Per Copy is a service charge per counted page. This is a mono-output machine, so compare the proposed black-and-white rate, A3 and duplex counting, minimum billing, consumables, parts, labour and exclusions. Ask how scanning is treated; colour scanning does not turn a printed page into colour output.
- FCOT — First Copy Out Time
- First Copy Out Time measures the first copy under specified conditions. The M3135 is listed at approximately 4.5 seconds for A4 long-edge-feed copying. It matters for short walk-up jobs, but it is separate from waking the machine, processing a PC print file and the continuous print speed.
- 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 M3135 Figures Mean for Your Office
Useful when: Several users produce repeated reports and document sets.
Keep it in perspective: 200 pages take about 5 minutes 43 seconds of theoretical engine time. The actual wait includes other stages.
Useful when: Larger spreadsheets or suitable booklet layouts form part of the job mix.
Keep it in perspective: A3 runs at its own rate. Check demand for larger output separately from the A4 headline.
Useful when: Routine original batches should fit without a feeder upgrade.
Keep it in perspective: Capacity depends on original condition, weight and loading; it is not a guarantee against misfeeds.
Useful when: Two-sided files need automatic colour or mono capture.
Keep it in perspective: The same rating is shared with slower mono models. Counts sides at A4 LEF, 200dpi to folder; OCR and transfer add time.
Useful when: A ream stays in the main drawer and occasional stock uses the bypass.
Keep it in perspective: Additional drawers are optional. Include them where regular A4/A3 changes interrupt work.
Useful when: Approved report stock needs automatic two-sided printing.
Keep it in perspective: The main-tray single-sided maximum is higher. Check covers and finishing as a complete job.
Choose around the work
Where the M3135 Could Work Well in Your Business
Make the speed increase answer repeated work
A theoretical 200-page A4 run is about 57 seconds shorter at 35ppm than at 30ppm. Repeated statements, reports and multiple sets can make that useful. A handful of short jobs is less likely to justify the same premium.
Assess the busiest part of the day
Delivery notes, schedules and administration packs can create a shared queue around deadlines. Use job lengths and timing alongside monthly volume to decide whether 35ppm is sufficient or a faster engine would help.
Preserve colour where it still matters
The scanner can retain highlighted notes, coloured forms and diagrams digitally while printed work stays mono. If staff need those colours on paper too, include a colour device in the comparison.
Compare the complete starting configuration
The 130-sheet feeder is included and scans both sides without reversing the original. Some equivalent A3 mono systems price the feeder separately. Compare capacity, mechanism and supplied cost rather than the bare unit alone.
Choose the scanner independently of the print engine
The rated 80ipm is unchanged from lower print-speed models in this mono family. If document capture is the main bottleneck, compare complete file delivery at matching resolution, including OCR and network transfer.
Keep frequently used sizes available
A3 can make larger spreadsheets and schedules readable, while additional drawers reduce repeated stock changes. A smaller A4 device may cost less for light A4-only work, provided its workload and future finishing suit the team.
Consider the work after the last page prints
A compatible stapler can keep each report together automatically. Binder records need the correct punch, while folded guides need the booklet unit. Specify each repeated task separately rather than assuming one finisher does everything.
Provide a finished booklet sample
State the finished size, pages, stock and covers. The B4 booklet option supports up to 15 saddle-stapled sheets under stated conditions, normally 60 booklet pages. Corner stapling serves a different purpose.
Test the real document instead of the largest number
Main-tray, bypass and duplex weight limits differ. Some alternatives support heavier two-sided stock. The 1200 × 1200 dpi print mode is common in this class; check actual text and fine lines on your intended paper.
Price the working system and its ongoing support
Include drawers, finishing, software and installation. Apply the quoted mono rate to real use and check minimum billing and exclusions. Buy, lease or rent with UK-wide service and repair arrangements confirmed for the location.
Who should choose it?
The M3135 Is a Good Fit When...
It makes sense if you...
- Produce repeated mono reports, statements or document sets
- Can show where 35ppm would reduce a shared print queue
- Need A3 alongside everyday A4 paperwork
- Want colour scanning with an included single-pass feeder
- Would benefit from extra drawers for recurring paper sizes
- Need compatible report staples, binder punching or booklets
- Want purchase, lease or rental with agreed UK-wide service and repair
We would compare another option if you...
- Need documents printed or copied in colour
- Have frequent long runs better served by a faster engine
- Need a faster scanner rather than a faster printer
- Need automatic duplex above 169gsm or bypass above 216gsm
- Only print light short A4 jobs without a finishing requirement
- Assume the pictured extra drawers are included as standard
- Have not allowed space for the selected input and finishing options
Equipment and support around your business
Buy, Lease or Rent the M3135 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 M3135 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 M3135 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 M3135. 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 M3135
Which recurring jobs justify 35ppm?
Compare actual job lengths, repeat frequency and waiting time against the complete equipment price.
Is scanning the main bottleneck?
The 80ipm rating is shared with lower print-speed models in this mono family. Test the complete file workflow at the settings you need.
Does the final paper document need colour?
Scanning captures colour, while printing and copying remain mono. Include any other colour device or outsourced work in your costs.
Which paper paths will the jobs use?
Check main-tray 60–256gsm, bypass 60–216gsm and automatic duplex 60–169gsm against the actual stock and size.
Which stocks must stay loaded?
Only one 520-sheet main drawer is standard. Name the additional drawer, three-tray or tandem configuration in the proposal.
What must the finisher produce?
Provide report, binder or booklet samples. Confirm punch pattern, covers, booklet pages, compatible tray module and installation kit.
What do the equipment and service terms include?
Separate purchase, lease or rental terms from mono billing, minimum charges, A3/duplex counting, scanning treatment and service exclusions.
Will the complete installation work here?
Allow paper loading, collection and service access. Confirm drivers, authentication, email, folders, OCR, optional Wi-Fi, training and postcode-based support.
The details worth checking
Katun Arivia M3135 Specifications
| Feature | Specification | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Device type | A3 monochrome multifunction system | Mono print/copy; colour scanning; fax optional. |
| A4 output | Up to 35ppm mono | A4 long-edge feed; other A4 orientation is rated 26ppm. |
| A3 output | Up to 19ppm mono | Separate from the A4 headline rate. |
| First copy | Approximately 4.5 seconds | A4 LEF under stated conditions; not PC-to-first-print timing. |
| Recovery / warm-up | Up to 14s sleep recovery / up to 31s warm-up | 220V recovery figure; manufacturer conditions at 23°C. |
| Standard feeder | 130-sheet single-pass DADF | Captures both sides without reversing the original. |
| Rated scanning | Up to 80ipm colour / mono, simplex or duplex | A4 LEF, 200dpi, scan to folder; counts sides. |
| Scan resolution | Up to 600 × 600 dpi | Separate from print resolution. |
| Standard input | 620 sheets including bypass | One 520-sheet main drawer plus 100-sheet bypass. |
| Expanded input | 2,180 sheets with three-tray module; 3,190 with tandem | Alternative configurations, including bypass. |
| Maximum input | 5,190 sheets with compatible options | Tandem module plus 2,000-sheet B1 feeder; size restrictions apply. |
| Main tray | 60–256gsm | Supported stock, size and settings required. |
| Bypass | 100 sheets; 60–216gsm | Different weight limit from the main tray. |
| Automatic duplex | 60–169gsm | Do not apply the main-tray maximum to two-sided output. |
| Paper sizes | A5–A3; postcard size via bypass | Check custom sizes and supported feed methods. |
| Print resolution | 600 × 600 dpi standard; 1200 × 1200 dpi high resolution | Driver and quality mode affect output; assess a real sample. |
| Control panel | 7-inch colour touchscreen | Colour controls do not indicate colour printing. |
| Memory / storage | 4GB RAM / 128GB storage | Not all nominal storage is available for customer use. |
| Connectivity | Gigabit Ethernet / USB 3.0 | Wireless LAN and Wi-Fi Direct need relevant options. |
| Mobile support | AirPrint, Mopria Print Service and Mopria Scan | Compatible devices and network setup required. |
| Base dimensions / weight | 590 × 659 × 768mm; approximately 57kg | Weight includes toner. Extra drawers and options increase dimensions and weight. |
| Height with listed lower module | 1,118mm | Applies to specified cabinet, three-tray and tandem arrangements; allow working access. |
| Output trays | Upper centre 250 / lower centre 250 sheets | A4 LEF under specified conditions; finisher capacity separate. |
| Finishing options | A2 stapling; B4 with optional punch and booklet unit | B4 requires a compatible tray module and installation kit. Confirm current UK availability. |
Checked against Katun’s M2125/M2130/M3135 detailed specification and model information. Speeds and capacities depend on stated test conditions, stock and configuration. The 620-sheet input includes the bypass. Confirm current UK options, software and installed configuration with Camelott before ordering.
Questions worth asking
Katun Arivia M3135 FAQ
Can I buy, lease or rent the Katun Arivia M3135?
Yes. Camelott® offers purchase, lease and rental options. Tell us your postcode, period, workload and configuration so availability, equipment 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 does 35ppm add over a 30ppm machine?
A theoretical 200-page A4 engine run takes about 5 minutes 43 seconds at 35ppm versus 6 minutes 40 seconds at 30ppm, roughly 57 seconds less. Repeated work makes the gain more useful. Processing, the first page, paper and finishing affect actual timing.
Does the faster engine improve scanning or first-copy time?
Not within this mono family. The included feeder remains rated at 80ipm and the published first-copy time remains approximately 4.5 seconds. Choose the higher engine rate for print demand and assess scanning separately.
Can it scan in colour?
Yes. It scans colour and mono originals, but printing and copying are black and white. A colour touchscreen does not indicate colour printed output.
Is the single-pass feeder included?
Yes. The standard 130-sheet DADF scans both sides without reversing each original. Original condition, weight and loading affect capacity; extra paper drawers and finishing are separate options.
What are the A4 and A3 output speeds?
Up to 35ppm A4 long-edge feed and 19ppm A3 in mono. Other A4 orientation is rated 26ppm. Stock, document, quality adjustments, duplexing and finishing can affect throughput.
Does 80ipm mean 80 double-sided sheets per minute?
No. IPM counts sides. The published simplex and duplex scan rating is up to 80ipm at A4 LEF, 200dpi to folder, in colour or mono. Do not double it to 160ipm. OCR, processing and transfer add to complete file time.
How much paper is standard and how can it expand?
Standard total input is 620 sheets: 520 in the main drawer and 100 in the bypass. A three-tray module gives 2,180 total, tandem gives 3,190 and tandem plus B1 gives 5,190. Confirm the supplied arrangement, supported sizes and installed space.
Can it duplex 256gsm paper?
No. Automatic duplex supports 60–169gsm under stated conditions. Main-tray single-sided printing supports 60–256gsm; the bypass supports 60–216gsm. Test the actual paper and complete finishing route.
What do its print and scan DPI figures mean?
High-resolution printing is specified up to 1200 × 1200 dpi, with standard 600 × 600 dpi modes. Scanning reaches 600 × 600 dpi. These describe separate tasks and are common figures in this class; assess actual output and scan samples.
Can it corner-staple, make booklets and hole-punch?
Compatible options provide these separate functions. A2 provides stapling; B4 supports the appropriate punch and booklet unit. B4 requires a compatible tray module and installation kit. Confirm the hole pattern and finished document.
How many pages can its booklet option make?
The B4 booklet option supports up to 15 saddle-stapled sheets under stated conditions, normally up to 60 pages at four pages per sheet. Size, paper and covers affect limits. Corner stapling does not fold or centre-staple booklets.
When would an A4 or faster A3 machine be better?
Light A4-only work may suit a smaller device and lower equipment cost. Regular long runs may justify a faster A3 engine. Check scanning, paper supply and any present or future booklet and punching attachment requirements separately.
Does it include wireless and searchable scanning?
Wireless LAN and Wi-Fi Direct require the relevant option. Confirm email, folders, OCR/searchable-PDF workflow, software and permissions with a representative file. AirPrint and Mopria support depend on compatible devices and network setup.
Is the photograph the exact supplied configuration?
It is a Camelott-hosted illustration of the M2125/M2130/M3135 mono range, showing an M2130 with optional extra drawers. Your M3135 equipment list, feeder, input modules and finishing are confirmed in the proposal.
What affects the complete price?
Equipment condition, trays, finishing, installation, software, lease term or rental period and service affect the proposal. Check mono rates, A3/duplex counting, minimum billing, scanning treatment and exclusions, including any separate colour workflow.
Interested in the M3135?
Talk to Camelott® About the Katun Arivia M3135
Buy, lease or rent the Katun Arivia M3135 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.