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Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000

Sheet-fed digital color production press — 120 ppm on SRA3+, stocks to 450 gsm, long sheets to 35.4 inches, optional IQ-501 inline color management, and Fiery/Creo/IC controller support.

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Print speed
120 ppm color
Paper capacity
14,140 sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
Ethernet · USB
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Konica Minolta C12000
Authorized Konica Minolta reseller Free shipping to 50 states 1-year manufacturer warranty Install guidance by phone 30-day return policy
Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000 is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You run a commercial print shop, in-plant, or franchise that produces 500,000-1,500,000 color clicks per month.
  • You need true SRA3+ (13x19.2) color at 120 ppm with substrates up to 450 gsm and long sheets to 35.4 inches.
  • You want inline color management — the IQ-501 closes the loop with auto density, registration, and color profile updates.
  • You already run a Fiery, Creo, or Konica IC controller and want a digital press that drops into that workflow.
  • You print short-run books, direct mail, photo, and packaging on a single press and need media flexibility.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You produce 200,000-500,000 clicks/month — the press is overbuilt at that volume, you'll just amortize the lease over a longer term.
  • You're replacing a bizhub PRESS C1100 or AccurioPress C6100 — operators learn the new panel quickly but the workflow refactor takes weeks.
  • You want banner printing — long sheets to 35.4 inches work, just expect a separate banner tray and slower throughput on those runs.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need offset-class quality on coated stock — digital still trails sheet-fed offset on critical packaging color. Use this for short runs, not a 50,000-piece coated brochure run.
  • You print under 100,000 clicks/month — you're paying for a production press and using office-MFP volume. Get an AccurioPrint C4065/C4080 instead.
  • You need inkjet variable data on porous substrates — look at the AccurioJet KM-1e or a continuous-feed inkjet platform.
  • You don't have a Konica Minolta production dealer or in-house operator — this is not a self-serve device. Plan on training, service contracts, and consumables through KM Production Print.
  • You don't have floor space or 3-phase power — engine alone is roughly 98 x 35 x 55 inches, configurations with feeders and finishers easily exceed 30 feet of footprint.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000 is a sheet-fed digital color production press built for commercial print shops, in-plants, and franchise printers running 500,000 to 1,500,000 color clicks per month. It prints at 120 ppm color and mono on stocks from 62 to 450 gsm, supports SRA3+ (13x19.2 inches), and handles long sheets up to 35.4 inches for banners. The optional IQ-501 Intelligent Quality Optimizer is the headline feature: it closes the color loop inline, automating density adjustment, front-to-back registration, and profile updates so operators stop chasing color drift mid-run. The press accepts EFI Fiery, Creo, or Konica IC controllers, with up to 7,500 sheets of online paper supply expandable via additional feeders. The 15-inch operator panel walks job programming and color setup. The thing buyers actually like: the IQ-501 is genuinely a labor-saving tool for shops without a dedicated color manager. The thing buyers regret: assuming this replaces offset for long-run packaging — it does not. Konica Minolta sells the C12000 through Production Print dealers; supplies, service, and Fiery support all run through that channel. Plan on operator training, a dedicated service contract, and 3-phase power.
Print
Print technology Single-function
Print speed (mono) Up to 120 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 120 pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Single-function
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 14 sheets
Paper size A5 · A4/Letter · Legal · A3/Tabloid
Recommended monthly volume 0 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 2,200,000 prints
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Physical & power
Form factor Production
Usage class Production
Manufacturer Konica Minolta
Model C12000
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Konica Minolta manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000

The printer itself

Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000 in original Konica Minolta packaging. Production form factor, roughly 45.3 x 36.7 x 63.8 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Konica Minolta quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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4.7
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Based on 3 verified customer reviews

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 3 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Konica Minolta machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • "Got decent results for our marketing materials, though the learning curve on the finishing options was steeper than I expected. Once we got the settings dialed in though, the output quality is consistent."
  • "Running this for our in-house corporate printing and it handles our mix of color and black-and-white jobs without issue. Speed is what we needed and it delivers on that."
  • "The AccurioPress does what it's supposed to do for production work, but toner costs add up quick. Build quality seems solid though and we haven't had major issues in the first year."

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Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

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FAQ

Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (616) 800-7682 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner yields approximately 173,800 pages for black and up to 208,400 pages for color (cyan, magenta, yellow) at 5% coverage. Replacement toners are high-yield TN-627 cartridges, with black yielding ~173,800 pages and color cartridges yielding ~180,600 to 208,400 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000 is a color production press printing at 120 ppm, while the AccurioPrint 2100 is a monochrome press at 136 ppm. The C12000 supports color and handles heavier stocks (up to 450 gsm) and long sheets (up to 35.4 inches), whereas the 2100 is mono-only and maxes at 350 gsm. Both feature the IQ-501 for inline quality control, but the C12000 is ideal for color-heavy shops, while the 2100 excels in high-volume mono environments like transactional printing. For small offices, consider a smaller multifunction device like the AccurioPrint C4065.
The Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000 is designed for commercial print shops producing 500,000 to 1,500,000 color clicks monthly, making it overkill for most small businesses. Its high speed (120 ppm), large footprint, and 3-phase power requirements are better suited for production environments. Small businesses with lower volume needs should consider a more compact multifunction printer.
Yes, the Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000 is a full-color production press, printing at 120 ppm in both color and monochrome. It supports a wide range of substrates (62–450 gsm) and large formats up to SRA3+ (13x19.2 inches), making it ideal for commercial print shops needing high-quality color output.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (616) 800-7682. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Konica Minolta includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Kraft Business Systems is an authorized Konica Minolta reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every Konica Minolta AccurioPress C12000 order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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