The Microplex SOLID 60A3 is a high-performance industrial cut sheet laser printer designed for organisations that require fast and reliable document printing as part of operational workflows.
With a print speed of up to 60 A4 pages per minute and a first page output time of just 3 seconds, the printer is designed to be installed into just-in-time document systems in logistics, manufacturing and E-commerce solutions.
The SOLID 60A3 supports a wide range of media types and sizes, processing paper weights from 60 g/m² up to 300 g/m² and formats from A6 through to A3. This flexibility allows the printer to produce everything from operational paperwork and logistics documentation to workflow forms and production documents.
Designed for integration into business systems and production environments, the SOLID 60A3 can operate alongside enterprise platforms and automated workflows, allowing organisations to generate documents quickly and reliably as part of day-to-day operations.
Microplex SOLID 60A3 Industrial A3 Laser Printer
Why Choose the Microplex SOLID 60A3?
The Microplex SOLID 60A3 is designed for organisations that require more than a standard office laser printer. Built for industrial and enterprise environments, the printer delivers high-speed document production while supporting flexible paper handling and system integration.
Its fast first-page output and high print speed make it particularly suitable for just-in-time printing, where documents must be generated immediately as part of operational workflows.
Key advantages include:
• High-speed document production – Up to 60 A4 pages per minute with a first page output time of around 3 seconds
• Flexible media support – Handles paper sizes from A6 to A3 and paper weights from 60–300 g/m²
• Automatic duplex printing – Standard two-sided printing for efficient document production
• Expandable paper handling – Additional feeders allow increased capacity for high-volume printing
• Production workflow integration – Optional GPIO/SPS control allows the printer to operate within automated production or logistics systems
Because of these capabilities, the SOLID 60A3 is widely used in logistics centres, manufacturing environments and enterprise departments where fast and reliable document printing is essential.
Highlights and Technical Features
• High-speed laser printing – Prints up to 60 A4 pages per minute, enabling rapid document production in enterprise and operational environments.
• Fast first page output – First page delivered in approximately 3 seconds, ideal for just-in-time printing applications.
• Wide media support – Processes paper sizes from A6 to A3, allowing a wide range of operational documents to be printed.
• Flexible media weights – Supports paper weights from 60 g/m² up to 300 g/m², enabling printing on standard office paper as well as heavier media.
• Automatic duplex printing – Built-in duplex unit allows documents to be printed on both sides of the paper.
• Standard paper capacity – Supplied with two 550-sheet paper trays and a multi-purpose feeder for flexible document handling.
• Expandable paper feeding – Optional sheet feeders allow increased paper capacity for high-volume document production.
• Production line integration – Optional GPIO/SPS control interface enables the printer to be integrated into automated production and logistics workflows.
• Face-up output option – Optional face-up tray allows reliable handling of thicker media and specialised documents.
• Enterprise software compatibility – Supports integration with enterprise platforms and workflow systems used in logistics, manufacturing and business environments.
Typical Applications
The Microplex SOLID 60A3 is designed for environments where documents must be printed quickly and reliably as part of operational workflows. With its fast first page output and optional GPIO/SPS integration, the printer can be used in automated systems where precise timing is essential.
Typical applications include:
• Conveyor and production line systems where documents must be printed at exactly the right moment in the workflow
• Automated warehouse operations generating picking lists, packing documents and dispatch paperwork
• Logistics and distribution centres printing shipping documents and operational reports
• Manufacturing environments producing production paperwork and workflow documentation
• eCommerce fulfilment centres generating order documentation and packing lists
• Automotive production environments where documents must be synchronised with production processes
• Enterprise workflow printing from ERP and business management systems
Because the SOLID 60A3 can be integrated into automated processes, it is particularly well suited to environments where document printing must be synchronised with operational systems such as conveyors, picking stations and production lines.
Frequently Asked Questions – Microplex SOLID 60A3
What is the Microplex SOLID 60A3 used for?
The Microplex SOLID 60A3 is an industrial cut sheet laser printer designed for high-speed document printing within enterprise, logistics and manufacturing environments. It is commonly used where documents must be produced automatically as part of operational workflows.
Typical uses include:
• logistics paperwork
• warehouse picking lists
• dispatch documentation
• ERP-generated reports
• production documentation
• eCommerce order paperwork
How fast can the SOLID 60A3 print?
The SOLID 60A3 can print up to 60 A4 pages per minute with a first page output time of approximately 3 seconds. This makes the printer suitable for just-in-time document production in fast-moving operational environments.
What paper sizes does the SOLID 60A3 support?
The printer supports multiple paper sizes including:
• A3
• A4
• A5
• A6
This flexibility allows the printer to produce both large operational documents and smaller workflow paperwork.
What paper weights can the SOLID 60A3 handle?
The printer supports media weights from 60 g/m² up to 300 g/m², allowing it to print on both standard office paper and heavier materials used for operational documentation.
For duplex printing the supported weight is up to 256 g/m².
How fast can the SOLID 52A4 MICR print?
Yes. The printer supports widely used enterprise printer languages, allowing it to integrate with systems such as:
The printer can produce up to 52 A4 pages per minute, allowing organisations to print large batches of cheques and financial documents efficiently.
Does the SOLID 60A3 support duplex printing?
Yes. The printer includes automatic duplex printing as standard, allowing documents to be printed on both sides of the page.
What is the first page output time?
The printer is supplied with:
• two 550-sheet paper trays
• multi-purpose feeder
This allows different document types to be loaded simultaneously.
What is the standard paper capacity?
The printer supports several enterprise printer languages including:
• PCL5
• IPDS
• Microplex enterprise controller languages
These allow the printer to integrate with both modern ERP systems and legacy enterprise infrastructure.
Can the paper capacity be expanded?
Yes. The printer supports additional sheet feeders including:
• 2 × 550-sheet A3 paper feeder
• 1000 + 1000 sheet A4/LTR feeder
These options increase the printer's total paper capacity for high-volume printing environments.
What paper trays are available?
The printer supports multiple paper trays to allow different document types to be loaded simultaneously.
• 550 Sheet Tray
• 550 Sheet Lockable Tray
• 2100 Sheet Lockable Tray (Caster Base necessary)
This allows organisations to switch between different forms or cheque stock without reloading paper.
Can the SOLID 60A3 be integrated into production lines?
Yes. The printer can be integrated into automated systems using the optional GPIO/SPS control interface.
This allows external systems such as:
• conveyor systems
• warehouse automation systems
• production equipment
to trigger printing events with precise timing.
What is the face-up output option used for?
The optional face-up tray allows reliable output of thicker media up to 169 g/m² and is useful when printing heavier documents or specialised forms.
Can the SOLID 60A3 print barcodes?
Can the SOLID 60A3 print barcodes?
What enterprise software integrations are supported?
The SOLID 60A3 supports a wide range of enterprise printing technologies including:
• IPDS
• PRESCRIBE
• PGL / IGP
• Labelpoint
• MAGNUM CODE-V / KODESCRIPT
• XES
These allow the printer to integrate with enterprise systems and specialised workflow environments.
Can the printer emulate thermal label printers?
Yes. The printer supports thermal printer emulations including:
• ZPL II
• Datamax
• EPL
This allows applications originally designed for thermal printers to output documents using the SOLID 60A3.
Does the printer support PDF printing?
Yes. The printer supports PDF Direct Printing, allowing PDF files to be printed directly without requiring additional software processing.
What connectivity options are available?
Optional interface options include:
• WIFI
• IEEE 1284 Centronics
• RS-232 / RS-422 serial interfaces
Only one of the legacy interface options can be installed at a time.
What monitoring and automation options are available?
The printer supports several integration options including:
• Status Out monitoring
• GPIO interface
• signal lamp notifications
• signal system integration
These allow operational systems to monitor printer status and respond to events automatically.
What industries typically use the SOLID 60A3?
The printer is commonly used in industries such as:
• automotive manufacturing
• logistics and distribution
• eCommerce fulfilment
• warehouse operations
• retail distribution centres
• newspaper and print production environments
Who supplies Microplex printers in the UK?
Precision Peripherals Ltd supplies and supports Microplex printers throughout the UK and Ireland, providing installation, integration and ongoing engineering support.
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