Scodix Ultra 2500 SHD
B2 Digital Embellishment Press | Smart High Definition | 17 Embellishment Applications | Up to 1,430 SPH | MLE Multi-Layer Technology | Scodix RSP™ 4-CCD Alignment
OVERVIEW
The Scodix Ultra 2500 SHD is a B2-format digital embellishment press built for print service providers who need precision, versatility, and consistent output — without the complexity of traditional embellishment methods. It handles everything from fine 4-point text in high-definition SHD mode to bold sculptural 3D textures using Multi-Layer Embellishment (MLE) technology, all from one platform.
What sets it apart from the base Ultra 2500 is the expanded media format up to 800 × 600 mm and a stacker capacity of up to 2,000 sheets. The 4-CCD Scodix RSP™ camera system handles image-to-image registration automatically at ±100 microns, so operators spend less time adjusting and more time running jobs. It processes coated and uncoated papers, plastics, laminates, leather, corrugated, transparent, and reflective substrates across 16 distinct embellishment applications, including foil, embossing, glitter, Braille, Cast & Cure, security effects, crystal, and variable data.
For commercial printers and packaging converters looking to add value to printed work, the Ultra 2500 SHD brings digital embellishment into a production environment without requiring photopolymer plates, chemical processing, or lengthy make-ready runs.
What sets it apart from the base Ultra 2500 is the expanded media format up to 800 × 600 mm and a stacker capacity of up to 2,000 sheets. The 4-CCD Scodix RSP™ camera system handles image-to-image registration automatically at ±100 microns, so operators spend less time adjusting and more time running jobs. It processes coated and uncoated papers, plastics, laminates, leather, corrugated, transparent, and reflective substrates across 16 distinct embellishment applications, including foil, embossing, glitter, Braille, Cast & Cure, security effects, crystal, and variable data.
For commercial printers and packaging converters looking to add value to printed work, the Ultra 2500 SHD brings digital embellishment into a production environment without requiring photopolymer plates, chemical processing, or lengthy make-ready runs.
- TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- WHY CHOOSE Scodix Ultra 2500 SHD?
| Part Number | SCO-3250-01 |
| Media Format (Max) | 800 × 600 mm / 31.5 × 23.6 in |
| Media Format (Min) | 420 × 297 mm / 16.5 × 11.6 in |
| Image Format | 748 × 504 mm / 29.5 × 19.8 in |
| Technology | UV “Fixed Array” inkjet print-heads, Scodix MLE™ (Multi-Layer Enhancement), Scodix RSP™ (Rotate, Scale, Positioning), Scodix Foil™, PAS™ (Pin, Activate, Secure) |
| Print Resolution | Up to 2,540 × 450 DPI |
| Productivity | Up to 1,430 sheets per hour (SPH) in B2 format |
| Feeder Capacity (135 gsm) | Up to 2,000 sheets |
| Stacker Capacity (135 gsm) | Up to 2,000 sheets |
| Paper Thickness | Up to 0.7 mm / 700 micron |
| Paper Weights | 135–675 gsm / 6–30 points |
| Scodix RSP™ Technology | 4-CCD camera system, RSP™ algorithm, Automatic positioning, ±100-micron image-to-image registration — no operator intervention |
| Media Handling | Scodix Twin-Tray™ (TT) technology |
| Polymer Switch | Automatic Polymer Switch System |
| Foil Roll Width | 50 mm – 550 mm (1.97 in – 21.65 in) |
| Foil Roll Size (Max) | Diameter: 300 mm (11.8 in) Length: 2,000 m (2,187 yd) Core: 77 mm (3 in) |
| Simultaneous Foil Rolls | Up to 4 rolls |
| Substrates | Coated/Uncoated Paper (with/without CMYK), Plastics, Laminated, Leather, Corrugated, Transparent, Reflective |
| Compatibility | Digital and Offset |
| RIP Software | Scodix Studio Station |
| Embellishment Applications | 17 Applications — Sense™, Foil™, Spot, Braille, VDE, Sculpture, Security, Matte, Glitter, Cast&Cure, Crystal, Microembossing, SHD, Reflective, Transparent, Uncoated, Luxe |
| Additional Notes | *See Scodix Recommended Substrate List (RML) for full substrate qualification details. |
Description
High-Definition Precision with SHD Technology
- Scodix SHD (Smart High Definition) reproduces sharp lines and fine details down to 4-point text — no bleeding, no softening, no compromise on intricate artwork
- Up to 2,540 × 450 DPI print resolution for clean, defined edges on polymer embellishments
- Works across coated, uncoated, laminated, and speciality substrates — consistent definition regardless of surface
- Ideal for premium packaging, publishing, and short-run commercial jobs where fine detail is non-negotiable
Multi-Layer Embellishment — Real 3D Texture, No Plates Required
- Scodix MLE™ (Multi-Layer Embellishment) builds up to 7 polymer layers in a single pass, creating genuine tactile texture and visual depth
- Scodix Sculpture application uses MLE to produce unique 3D surface effects that can be designed digitally and printed directly — no embossing dies, no tooling costs
- Eco-friendly polymer system eliminates the toxic chemicals typically associated with traditional embossing and lamination
- Compatible with both digital and offset printed sheets
17 Embellishment Applications — One Press
- Scodix Sense™, Scodix Foil™, Scodix Spot, Scodix Braille, Scodix VDE (Variable Data Embellishment), Scodix Sculpture, Scodix Security, Scodix Matte, Scodix Glitter, Scodix Cast&Cure, Scodix Crystal, Scodix Microembossing, Scodix SHD, Scodix Reflective, Scodix Transparent, Scodix Uncoated, Scodix Luxe
- Variable Data Embellishment (VDE) allows personalised embellishment per sheet — targeted print runs with individualised foil, spot, or texture effects
- Security embellishments for authentication applications in packaging, publishing, and government print
- Foil roll width from 50 mm to 550 mm, with up to 4 simultaneous foil rolls and max roll length of 2,000 m
Automatic Registration — Minimal Operator Input
- Scodix RSP™ (Rotate, Scale, Position) technology: 4-CCD camera system reads printed sheets and automatically aligns the embellishment to the printed image
- ±100-micron image-to-image registration, achieved automatically with no manual intervention from the operator
- PAS™ (Pin, Activate, Secure) technology for secure and repeatable sheet positioning
- Scodix Twin-Tray™ (TT) media handling manages sheet feeding and stacking reliably through the production run
Production Speed — Up to 1,430 Sheets Per Hour
- Runs at up to 1,430 SPH in B2 format — production output suited to commercial and packaging environments
- Feeder capacity: up to 2,000 sheets at 135 gsm — minimises interruptions during long runs
- Stacker capacity: up to 2,000 sheets — keeps finished work organised and ready for the next process
- Automatic Polymer Switch System changes polymer types without manual downtime
Broad Substrate Compatibility
- Coated and uncoated paper, with or without CMYK print
- Plastics, laminated stocks, leather, corrugated board, transparent and reflective materials
- Paper weights from 135 to 675 gsm / 6 to 30 points
- Media format: 420 × 297 mm (min) to 800 × 600 mm (max) — full B2 sheet size
- Refer to Scodix Recommended Substrate List (RML) for qualified stocks
Sustainable Embellishment — Measurably More Responsible
- Certified recyclable embellishments — fibre-based boards with Scodix polymer remain recyclable, unlike foil-laminated alternatives
- 85% more sustainable than conventional embellishment methods — no toxic chemicals, reduced make-ready waste, lower energy consumption
- Digital workflow eliminates plates, films, and chemical processing entirely
- Compatible with sustainability reporting requirements across packaging and commercial print sectors
