Ricoh fi-8170 High-Speed Desktop Document Scanner 70ppm/140ipm
Transform your document workflow with the Ricoh fi-8170, a high-performance desktop scanner designed for demanding business environments. Featuring proprietary Clear Image Capture (CIC) technology, this compact scanner delivers 70 pages per minute simplex and 140 images per minute duplex at 200/300 dpi, with a 100-sheet automatic document feeder and a daily duty cycle of up to 10,000 sheets. Perfect for offices, accounting departments, legal firms, healthcare facilities, and any organisation needing reliable, fast document digitisation with exceptional image quality.
Why You'll Love the Ricoh fi-8170
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Blazing Fast Performance: Scan up to 70 ppm simplex or 140 ipm duplex at 200/300 dpi with 600 dpi optical resolution for crystal-clear images
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Clear Image Capture Technology: Industry-leading CIC combines Contact Imaging Sensor (CIS) hardware with proprietary image processing for precise, crisp images and superior OCR accuracy
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Exceptional Document Handling: 100-sheet ADF capacity with intelligent multi-feed detection and Automatic Separation Control minimises jams and paper damage
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Versatile Scanning: Manual Feed Mode handles passports, ID cards, plastic cards up to 1.4mm thick, booklets up to 7mm, and documents from 48 × 50mm to 215.9 × 355.6mm
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Powerful Software Suite Included: PaperStream IP driver, PaperStream Capture, PaperStream ClickScan, and Scanner Central Admin with OCR and PDF creation
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Dual Connectivity: USB 3.2 and Gigabit Ethernet for flexible integration into any workflow
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Three-Year Advance Exchange Warranty: Industry-leading warranty with next-business-day replacement for maximum uptime
Clear Image Capture for Unmatched Quality
The fi-8170 sets a new benchmark for image quality by pairing dual CIS sensors with RGB LED illumination and a proprietary GI image processing engine. This technology suppresses colour shifts, removes unwanted watermarks and artifacts, and produces high-definition images perfect for AI-driven data extraction, compliance archiving, and searchable document management. The Overscan Control function uses three sensors to detect document edges accurately, automatically adjusting the scan area to capture complete images even when documents are skewed.
Built for Reliability and Heavy-Duty Use
Engineered with strong urethane rollers, heavy-duty motors, and a sturdy frame, the fi-8170 is built to handle seasonal peaks and heavy backlogs without compromise. The Intelligent Sonic Paper Protection (iSOP) feature uses sound and image detection to prevent paper jams and damage, while the Automatic Separation Control feature minimises multi-feeds. With an estimated daily scan volume of 10,000 sheets, this scanner is designed for continuous professional use in high-demand environments.
Advanced Document Management Made Simple
The fi-8170 comes bundled with PaperStream IP, a TWAIN/ISIS compliant driver that automatically cleans up and optimises scanned images without configuration. PaperStream Capture offers powerful indexing, sorting, and barcode support (both 1D and 2D), while PaperStream ClickScan provides a simple 3-step workflow for everyday scanning. The Setting Assistant feature suggests optimal settings to reduce manual operations like deleting blank pages or correcting page orientations, dramatically improving productivity.
Versatile Connectivity and Smart Features
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USB 3.2 Gen 1 for high-speed PC connection
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Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T) for network integration
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Colour LCD panel for intuitive operation, mode selection, and job notifications
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MRZ extraction for efficient passport and ID card data entry
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PC-free scanning with optional PaperStream NX Manager software
Energy Efficient and Environmentally Responsible
The fi-8170 is ENERGY STAR certified, RoHS compliant, and EPEAT Silver rated, meeting Federal Government compliance standards and organisational sustainability requirements. Power consumption is just 28W or less in operating mode (17W in Eco mode), 2.0W or less in sleep mode, and 0.2W or less in auto standby mode.
What's in the Box
- Ricoh fi-8170 document scanner
- AC adapter and power cable
- USB 3.2 cable
- Setup DVD-ROM
- PaperStream IP driver (TWAIN/TWAIN64/ISIS)
- PaperStream Capture software
- PaperStream ClickScan software
- Scanner Central Admin software
- Error Recovery Guide
- Safety Precautions documentation
- Three-year Advance Exchange Warranty
Full Specifications
Scanning Performance
| Scanner Type |
ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) / Manual Feed, Duplex |
| Scanning Speed (Simplex) |
70 ppm at 200/300 dpi (A4 portrait, colour/grayscale/monochrome) |
| Scanning Speed (Duplex) |
140 ipm at 200/300 dpi (A4 portrait, colour/grayscale/monochrome) |
| Daily Duty Cycle |
Up to 10,000 sheets |
| ADF Capacity |
100 sheets (A4 80 g/m² or Letter 20 lb) |
Image Quality
| Image Sensor Type |
Dual CIS (front × 1, back × 1) |
| Light Source |
RGB LED × 2 (front × 1, back × 1) |
| Optical Resolution |
600 dpi |
| Output Resolution |
50 to 600 dpi (adjustable by 1 dpi increments), 1200 dpi (driver) |
| Output Format |
Colour: 24-bit, Grayscale: 8-bit, Monochrome: 1-bit |
| Image Processing |
Clear Image Capture (CIC) technology |
Document Handling
| Maximum Document Size |
215.9 × 355.6 mm (8.5 × 14 in.) |
| Minimum Document Size |
48 × 50 mm (1.9 × 2 in.) |
| Long Page Scanning |
Up to 6,096 mm (240 in.) |
| Paper Weight |
20 to 465 g/m² (5.3 to 124 lb) |
| Plastic Card Thickness |
1.4 mm or less |
| Booklet Thickness |
Less than 7 mm |
| Background Colours |
White / Black (selectable) |
Connectivity
| Interface |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB Type-B), Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-T/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T) |
| Drivers |
TWAIN, TWAIN64, ISIS, WIA, ICA (macOS), SANE (Linux) |
Power & Environment
| Power Requirements |
AC 100V - 240V 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption (Operating) |
28 W or less / 17 W (Eco mode) |
| Power Consumption (Sleep) |
2.0 W or less (LAN) / 1.4 W or less (USB) |
| Power Consumption (Auto Standby) |
0.2 W or less |
| Operating Temperature |
5 to 35 °C (41 to 95 °F) |
| Relative Humidity |
15 to 80% (non-condensing) |
| Environmental Compliance |
ENERGY STAR, RoHS, EPEAT Silver, TAA |
Physical Specifications
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
300 × 170 × 163 mm (11.8 × 6.7 × 6.4 in.) - excludes ADF paper chute and stacker |
| Weight |
4 kg (8.8 lb) |
Warranty & Support
| Warranty |
3-year Advance Exchange Warranty (next-business-day replacement) |
| Consumable Life (Pick Roller) |
200,000 sheets or 1 year |
| Consumable Life (Brake Roller) |
200,000 sheets or 1 year |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated. Actual scanning speeds may vary with data transmission and software processing times.
