Ricoh Aficio 551P Parts & Supplies

The Ricoh Aficio 551P is a high-speed, dedicated monochrome network printer engineered for large departmental workgroups that demand robust productivity and reliable paper handling. Delivering 55 pages per minute, it is the dedicated printer variant of the Aficio 551 multifunction system, optimized for rapid document throughput without the need for integrated scanning or copying hardware. The 551P is built on a heavy-duty industrial chassis and features a standard paper capacity of 4,300 sheets, enabling long, unattended print runs of complex reports, manuals, and transactional documents. With its support for professional modular finishing and high-resolution 600 dpi output, the Aficio 551P provides a reliable and cost-effective printing powerhouse for high-traffic office environments focused on maximum engine uptime and professional text quality.

Core Performance Specifications

• Device Type: High-Volume Monochrome Laser Printer (Print Only)
• Print Speed: Up to 55 ppm (A4/Letter)
• Print Resolution: 600 x 600 dpi (with 256 grayscale levels)
• First Page Out Time: Approximately 3.5 seconds
• Monthly Duty Cycle: Up to 200,000 pages
• Warm-up Time: Approximately 360 seconds (6 minutes)
• Memory: Standard 64 MB (Expandable for complex production jobs)

Paper Handling and Media

• Standard Paper Capacity: 4,300 sheets
  • Tandem Trays: 2 x 1,550 sheets
  • Universal Trays: 2 x 550 sheets
  • Bypass Tray: 100 sheets
• Maximum Paper Capacity: Up to 8,300 sheets with optional Large Capacity Tray (LCT)
• Media Sizes: Up to 11" x 17" (Ledger/A3) through all trays
• Paper Weight: 14 lb. Bond to 110 lb. Index (approx. 52 to 200 g/m²)
• Duplexing: Standard automatic stackless duplexing at full engine speed

Print and Image Processing Features

• Standard PDLs: PCL 5e/6, Ricoh RPCS; Optional Adobe PostScript 3
• Network Printing: Integrated high-performance print controller with Ethernet and Parallel ports
• Finishing Support: Modular support for 50-sheet stapling, hole punching, and large-capacity stackers
• Image Precision: Advanced digital imaging technology for sharp monochrome text and smooth halftones

Connectivity and Security

• Network Interface: Ethernet 10/100 Base-T, IEEE 1284 Parallel
• Supported Protocols: TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, AppleTalk (EtherTalk)
• User Management: Robust administrative tools for departmental accounting and secure job release
• Management Tools: Web Image Monitor and SmartNetMonitor support

Physical Dimensions

• Width: 691 mm (27.2 in.)
• Depth: 790 mm (31.1 in.)
• Height: 1,166 mm (45.9 in.)
• Weight: Approximately 206 kg (454 lb) (Main unit only)
• Reliability: Engineered with high-capacity consumables to minimize service interventions