The Canon PIXMA G1730 MegaTank Single Function Printer is an ideal inkjet printing solution designed for both home and home office environments. This versatile printer specializes in high-quality color output, offering efficient performance for all your document and photo printing needs with its integrated MegaTank system.

Key Features at a Glance

  • Inkjet technology delivering vibrant color prints.
  • Impressive print resolution of 4800 x 1200 dpi for sharp details.
  • MegaTank system with high-yield GI71S ink bottles included.
  • Fast print speeds of up to 11 images per minute for mono and 6 for color.
  • Supports a wide range of paper sizes, including custom dimensions.
  • Convenient USB 2.0 connectivity and broad OS compatibility.

Efficient and High-Quality Color Output

Experience efficient printing with the Canon PIXMA G1730, capable of producing up to 11 monochrome images per minute and 6 color images per minute. Its robust inkjet technology ensures every print is delivered with a maximum resolution of 4800 x 1200 dpi, offering both Standard and Economy print modes for optimized performance.

Versatile Media Handling

This printer supports an extensive array of page sizes, from standard A4 and Letter to various photo and custom dimensions (width: 55-216 mm, length: 89-1,200 mm). With a maximum input capacity of 100 A4 sheets and support for paper thickness from 64 to 275 GSM, it handles diverse printing tasks with ease.

Seamless Connectivity and Compatibility

Connect effortlessly via USB 2.0 to your Windows (11 / 10 / 8.1 / 7 SP1), macOS (10.14.6 – 12 or later), or Chrome OS devices. The Canon PIXMA G1730 also offers special features like borderless printing, enhancing your creative projects.

High-Volume Printing with MegaTank System

Equipped with the MegaTank system, this printer utilizes small, high-yield GI71S ink bottles for cost-effective and extended printing. Included with your purchase are a full set of Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black ink bottles, providing impressive page yields of up to 3100 prints for black and 4400 prints for color (ISO/IEC 24711 for A4).

Technical Specifications

The Canon PIXMA G1730 operates with efficient power consumption: 0.1W when off, 0.6W in standby (scanning lamp off), and 14W during printing via USB. For further detailed specifications, please refer to the information below:

Print Head / Ink
Number of Nozzles Total 1,792 nozzles
Ink Bottles (Type / Colours) GI-71 (Pigment Ink / Black), (Dye-Based Ink / Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
Maintenance Cartridge MC-G04
Maximum Printing Resolution 4,800 (horizontal)*1 x 1,200 (vertical) dpi
Print Speed*2 (Approx.) Based on ISO/IEC 24734 Click here for Document Print and Copy Speed Measurement Conditions
Document (ESAT / Simplex) 11 / 6 images per minute  (mono/colour)
Document (FPOT Ready / Simplex) 9 / 14s (mono/colour)
Photo 10.16x 15.24cm (4 x 6in) (PP-201 / Borderless) 45s
Printable Width Up to 203.2mm (8in) Borderless: Up to 216mm (8.5in)
Print Margin
Borderless Printing Top/Bottom/Left/Right margin: 0 mm
Bordered Printing Envelopes (COM10, DL): Top margin: 8 mm, Bottom margin: 12.7 mm Left/Right margin: 3.4 mmEnvelopes (C5, Monarch) Top margin: 8 mm, Bottom margin: 12.7 mm Left/Right margin: 5.6 mm B-Oficio, M-Oficio: Top margin: 3 mm, Bottom margin: 5 mm Left/Right margin: 6.4 mm LTR, LGL, Foolscap, F4, Oficio2 Top margin: 3 mm, Bottom margin: 5 mm Left margin: 6.4 mm, Right margin: 6.3 mm Legal (India) Top margin: 3 mm, Bottom margin: 5 mm Left/Right margin: 5.9 mm Square 127 x 127mm (5 x 5in): Top/Bottom/Left/Right margin: 6 mm Square 89 x 89 mm (3.5 x 3.5in): Top/Bottom/Left/Right margin: 5 mm Custom Size: Width 55 - 216 mm, Length: 89 - 1 200 mm Top margin: 3 mm, Bottom margin: 5 mm Left margin: 3.4 mm, Right margin: 3.4 - 9.4 mm Others: Top margin: 3 mm, Bottom margin: 5 mm Left/Right margin: 3.4 mm
Supported Media
Rear Tray Plain Paper (64 - 105 g/m² (gsm)) High Resolution Paper (HR-101N) Photo Paper Plus Glossy II (PP-201, PP-208) Photo Paper Plus Semi-Gloss (SG-201) Glossy Photo Paper (GP-508) Photo Paper Pro Luster (LU-101) Matte Photo Paper (MP-101) Double Sided Matte Photo Paper (MP-101D) Envelope Photo Stickers (PS-208/PS-808)
Paper Size
Rear Tray A4, A5, A6, B5, LTR, LGL, Executive, Oficio 2, B-Oficio , M-Oficio, Legal (India), Foolscap, F4, 10.16x 15.24cm (4 x 6in), 12.7x 17.78cm (5 x 7in), 17.78x 25.4cm (7 x 10in), 20.32x 25.4cm (8 x 10in), Envelopes (DL, COM10, C5, Monarch), Square (89 x 89 mm, 127 x 127 mm), Card Size (91 x 55 mm)[Custom Size] Width: 55 - 216 mm Length: 89 - 1,200 mm
Paper Size (Borderless)*3 A4, B5, LTR, 10.16x 15.24cm (4 x 6in), 12.7x 17.78cm (5 x 7in), 17.78x 25.4cm (7 x 10in), 20.32x 25.4cm (8 x 10in), Square (89 x 89 mm, 127 x 127 mm), Card Size (91 x 55 mm)
Paper Handling (Maximum Number)
Rear Tray [Plain Paper (A4/LTR)] Plain Paper (64 g/m² (gsm)): 100 High Resolution Paper (HR-101N): 80[Photo Paper, 10.16x 15.24cm (4 x 6in)] Photo Paper Plus Glossy II (PP-201): 20 Photo Paper Plus Semi-Gloss (SG-201): 20 Glossy Photo Paper (GP-508): 20 Matte Photo Paper (MP-101): 20 Photo Paper Plus Glossy II (PP-208): 10
Paper Weight
Rear Tray Plain Paper: 64 - 105 g/m² (gsm) Canon Paper: Max. 265 g/m² (gsm) (Photo Paper Plus Glossy II, PP-201)
Ink End Sensor Dot count type
Print Head Alignment Manual
Interface USB 2.0
Operating Environment*5
Temperature 5 - 35°C
Humidity 10 - 90% RH (no dew condensation)
Recommended Environment*6
Temperature 15 - 30°C
Humidity 10 - 80% RH (no dew condensation)
Storage Environment*5
Temperature 0 - 40°C
Humidity 5 - 95% RH (no dew condensation)
Quiet Mode Available
Acoustic Noise (PC Print) (Approx.)
Plain Paper (A4, Mono)*7 49 dB(A)
Power AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption (Approx.)
OFF 0.1 W
Standby (scanning lamp is off) USB connection to PC 0.6 W
Copying*4 (USB connection to PC) 15 W
Duty Cycle Up to 3 000 pages/month
Dimensions (WxDxH) (Approx.)
Factory Configuration 416 x 330 x 146 mm
Output / Trays Extended 416 x 557 x 267 mm
Weight (Approx.) 4.6 kg
Plain Paper (A4 pages) (ISO/IEC 24712 test file)*9 Standard: GI-71 PGBK: 6,000 GI-71 C, M, Y: 7,700*10GI-71S PGBK: 3,100 GI-71S C, M, Y: 4,400*10 Economy*11: GI-71 PGBK: 7,600 GI-71 C, M, Y: 8,100*10 GI-71S PGBK: 3,900 GI-71S C, M, Y: 4,600
Photo Paper (PP-201, 10.16x 15.24cm (4 x 6in)) (ISO/IEC 29103 test file)*9 Standard: GI-71 PGBK: NA*12 GI-71 C, M, Y: 2,200GI-71S PGBK: NA*12 GI-71S C, M, Y: 1,200

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the primary functions of the Canon PIXMA G1730 MegaTank Single Function Printer?

A: This printer is designed for print-only functionality, producing both monochrome and color output.

Q: Which operating systems are compatible with the Canon PIXMA G1730?

A: It is compatible with Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 7 SP1, macOS 10.14.6 – 12 or later, and Chrome OS.

Q: What type of ink does the Canon PIXMA G1730 printer use, and what is its page yield?

A: The printer uses GI 71 Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black ink bottles. The page yield is approximately 3100 prints for black and 4400 prints for color (ISO/IEC 24711 for A4).

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