Canon imagePROGRAF TM-515 24-inch A1 Large Format Printer | 7456C003AA
A high-capacity A1 printer for complex CAD, GIS, maps, charts, posters, POS graphics, and other data-heavy print files.
The Canon imagePROGRAF TM-515 is designed for users who regularly work with larger and more complex files. Its 256GB SSD, native PDF support, and direct USB printing make it particularly well suited to graphic-rich documents, detailed GIS and mapping output, charts, renders, and other files that can place greater demands on a large-format printer.
Alongside its advanced file handling, the TM-515 provides the flexibility expected from a professional A1 printer. It supports interchangeable 130ml and 300ml pigment ink cartridges, includes 3-inch core adapters and can handle compatible media rolls up to 175 metres.
The 24-inch print width makes the TM-515 suitable for A1 and A2 output across technical, commercial and graphic applications. This includes CAD drawings, architectural renders, GIS maps, venue posters, retail POS, signage and presentation graphics.
Replacing the Canon imagePROGRAF TM-255, the TM-515 also introduces Canon’s new high-density matte black ink, producing sharper thin lines, crisp text and cleaner technical detail. Improved plain-paper colour reproduction adds stronger, more vivid output for graphics and presentations.
Plot it Opinion
The Canon imagePROGRAF TM-515 is the model to consider when file complexity matters as much as print volume.
Its 256GB SSD provides substantial onboard storage for demanding print workflows, while native PDF support means compatible PDF files can be handled directly. The USB port also allows compatible files to be printed without first sending them from a networked computer.
This makes the TM-515 particularly interesting for **GIS, mapping, data-rich charts, architectural renders and graphic-heavy documents**, as well as more conventional CAD and technical printing.
The printer also has the flexibility to move beyond technical work. Its improved plain-paper colour output, borderless printing and broad media compatibility make it suitable for posters, POS, signage and presentation graphics.
The interchangeable 130ml and 300ml ink capacities provide control over running costs, while the included 3-inch core adapters allow access to a wider choice of compatible media from day one.
For organisations producing complex A1 files regularly, the TM-515 offers a useful step up from the TM-510 without moving into a larger production printer.
If integrated scanning and copying are required, the Canon imagePROGRAF TM-510M provides the corresponding multifunction solution.
Why Choose the Canon TM-515?
Complex files, from CAD to GIS
The TM-515 is designed to handle demanding large-format files, including detailed CAD drawings, GIS maps, charts, architectural renders, and graphic-rich documents.
Its 256GB SSD provides substantial onboard storage, helping the printer manage larger and more complex print files efficiently.
Supported file formats include HP-GL/2, HP RTL, PDF 1.7, JPEG and CALS G4. Native PDF support is particularly useful for graphic-rich and data-heavy workflows.
Clear, accurate technical drawings
Canon’s new high-density matte black ink produces sharper thin lines, crisp text and cleaner technical detail.
This makes the TM-515 well-suited to:
- Complex CAD drawings
- Architectural drawings and renders
- Construction documents
- GIS and mapping work
- Data-rich charts and graphics
Enhanced image processing also helps maintain clear detail in complex drawings and fine-line information.
Stronger colour on plain paper
Improved plain-paper colour mapping produces darker, more vivid colour output across a range of applications.
This makes the TM-515 suitable for more than technical documents. It can also produce:
- Venue and event posters
- Retail POS and signage
- Presentation graphics
- Educational displays
- Business posters and notices
- Marketing and promotional material
The improved colour output can help create more impactful graphics without always requiring coated or specialist media.
Interchangeable 130ml and 300ml ink capacities
The TM-515 uses a five-colour pigment ink system comprising:
- Matte black (pfi-123mbk / pfi-323mbk)
- Black      (pfi-120bk  / pfi-320bk)
- Cyan      (pfi-120c / pfi-320c)
- Magenta   (pfi-121m  / pfi-321m)
- Yellow     (pfi-120y  / pfi-320y)
Users can choose between 130ml standard-capacity and 300ml high-capacity cartridges. These options are interchangeable, giving businesses greater control over ink purchasing, running costs, and replacement frequency.
The larger ink tanks also mean fewer replacements during regular printing, helping to keep workflows moving.
Flexible media handling
The TM-515 supports a broad range of paper and film media, allowing you to select the most suitable material for each application and budget.
3-inch core adapters are included as standard, providing greater flexibility when selecting compatible roll media. Suitable media can include longer rolls of up to 175 metres, depending on the paper type, weight and roll diameter.
Longer rolls can reduce media changes during regular printing. The wider choice of paper and film also makes it easier to match each application with the right balance of print quality and cost.
Enhanced productivity for regular printing
The TM-515 is designed for regular A1 printing in corporate offices, AEC organisations, education, retail and other professional environments.
Canon quotes an A1 CAD print time of approximately 20 seconds, while faster processing and quick-return sleep mode help reduce waiting between jobs.
Other productivity features include:
- First-print confidence using Free Layout Plus
- Borderless printing on supported media
- Automatic media detection
- Quick return from sleep mode
- Reduced need for manual margin trimming
Free Layout Plus can also help minimise layout errors and reduce the risk of misprints before production.
Straightforward everyday operation
The 4.3-inch tiltable touchscreen provides access to key printer settings and status information, including:
- Media type
- Remaining media
- Ink levels
- Printer status
- Operating instructions
Automatic media detection helps simplify setup, while the flat-top roll-paper cover makes loading and changing media more convenient.
The touchscreen and straightforward controls also make the TM-515 easier for different team members to operate.
Direct printing and flexible connectivity
The TM-515 supports conventional network printing, driver-free printing and direct printing from USB.
Supported options include:
- Apple AirPrint
- Mopria
- IPP Everywhere
- Network printing
- Direct printing from USB
- PDF, HP-GL/2, HP RTL, JPEG and CALS G4 file support
Native PDF support is particularly useful for graphic-rich and data-heavy workflows, allowing compatible PDF files to be handled directly by the printer.
Quiet operation and sustainability
The TM-515 is designed for low-noise operation, making it suitable for offices, classrooms and other environments where excessive printer noise could be disruptive.
Canon has also incorporated a range of sustainability measures, including:
- Increased use of recycled materials
- EPS-free packaging
- Reduced-plastic packaging
- EPEAT certification (USA)
Need Help Choosing?
The Canon imagePROGRAF TM-515 is designed for organisations that need more from an A1 printer than straightforward CAD production.
Its 256GB SSD, native PDF support and direct USB printing make it particularly suited to complex CAD, GIS, mapping, charts, architectural renders and graphic-rich documents. Larger 130ml and 300ml ink options and flexible media handling also make it practical for regular production.
For less demanding CAD and general A1 printing, the Canon imagePROGRAF TM-510 provides a simpler alternative. If integrated scanning and copying are required, consider the Canon imagePROGRAF TM-510M.
Contact the Plot it team if you need help comparing the Canon TM-515 with other A1 printers and selecting the right model for your workload.
