Epson M3140

Epson M3140 A4 Monochrome All-in-One Ink Tank Printer with Fax

The Epson M3140 is a compact A4 monochrome ink tank multifunction printer designed for small offices and individual workstations with moderate print volumes. It covers print, scan, copy, and fax in a single USB-connected unit, powered by Epson’s heat-free PrecisionCore technology. However, unlike the wireless M3170, the M3140 connects via USB only — making it the right fit for desk-based single-user setups rather than shared networked environments.

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Technical Specifications

Printing

• Print Technology: PrecisionCore TFP heat-free printhead, pigment ink
• Nozzle Configuration: 400 nozzles (black)
• Minimum Droplet Size: 2.8 pl
• Print Resolution: 1,200 × 2,400 DPI
• ISO Print Speed (Mono): 20 ppm
• Maximum Print Speed: 39 ppm (draft, plain paper)
• Duplex Print Speed: 9 A4 ppm (ISO/IEC 24734)
• First Page Out: 6 seconds (from ready mode)
• Ink Colour: Black only
• Max Monthly Duty Cycle: 5,000 pages
• Recommended Monthly Volume: 200–800 pages

Scanning

• Scanner Type: Contact Image Sensor (CIS)
• Optical Resolution: 1,200 × 2,400 DPI (flatbed and ADF)
• Scan Speed: 12 ipm (mono, 200 DPI) / 27 ipm (colour, 200 DPI)
• Output Formats: BMP, JPEG, TIFF, PDF, PNG, PICT

Copying

• Copy Speed: Up to 17 ipm (black, simplex ADF, ISO/IEC 24735)
• Copy Resolution: 600 × 1,200 DPI
• Reduction/Enlargement: 25–400%
• Maximum Copies (Standalone): 99
• Maximum Copy Size: A4
• ADF Duplex Copy: Yes (A4, plain paper)

Fax

• Fax Type: Walk-up black-and-white and colour
• Transmission Speed: Up to 33.6 kbps (~3 sec/page)
• Error Correction: ITU Group 3 with ECM
• Speed Dials: Up to 100 names and numbers
• Page Memory: Up to 180 pages (ITU-T No. 1 chart) / 2 MB
• Fax Functions: PC Fax, Auto Redial, Address Book, Broadcast Fax

Paper Handling

• Number of Trays: 2 (250-sheet cassette + 1-sheet MP tray)
• Standard Paper Tray Capacity: 250 sheets
• Output Tray Capacity: 100 sheets
• ADF Capacity: 35 sheets (64–95 g/m²)
• Maximum Paper Input: 251 sheets
• Supported Media Formats: A4, Legal
• Compatible Paper Weight: 64–90 g/m²
• Duplex Printing: Automatic (A4, plain paper)
• Rear Paper Path: Yes (specialty media)

Ink & Yield

• Ink Technology: Pigment black
• Ink Bottle Series: EcoTank ET-MX1XX (C13T03M140)
• Included Bottles: 2× black (combined starter yield: up to 11,000 pages)
• Replacement Bottle Yield: Up to 6,000 pages (ISO/IEC 24711/24712 methodology)
• Maintenance Box: C13T04D100

Connectivity

• Interface: Hi-Speed USB 2.0
• Wireless: None — USB connection only
• Note: Teams requiring Wi-Fi or Ethernet connectivity should consider the Epson M3170 instead

Display & Interface

• Control Panel: 6.1 cm colour touchscreen LCD

Operating System Compatibility

• Windows: XP SP3 / Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 (32/64-bit); Windows Server 2003 R2–2016
• macOS: Mac OS X 10.6.8 or later (through macOS 10.12.x)

Physical

• Dimensions: 375 × 347 × 346 mm (W × D × H)
• Weight: 7.2 kg

Power

• Supply Voltage: AC 220–240 V

Noise

• Sound Power: 6.9 B(A) / Sound Pressure: 56 dB(A)

Warranty

• Standard: 12 months carry-in or 100,000 pages (whichever comes first)

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Use Cases

The Epson M3140 suits individual desk users and very small offices where a single workstation needs a reliable, low-cost monochrome multifunction device connected directly via USB. Accounting and administrative staff who process high volumes of text-based documents — invoices, letters, and reports — benefit from the high ink yield and automatic duplex without the added cost of network connectivity hardware. The fax capability makes it compatible with workflows in sectors such as legal and healthcare that still rely on fax transmission. However, offices where the printer needs to be shared across multiple computers or mobile devices should consider the Epson M3170 or EcoTank M3170, both of which add Wi-Fi and Ethernet. Additionally, users who require A3 output should look at the Epson M15140 instead. For single-user desktop use, the M3140 offers a straightforward, cost-efficient monochrome printing solution with a compact footprint.