BROTHER ADS-3100 A4 DESKTOP DOCUMENT SCANNER
The Brother ADS-3100 is a high-performance, user-friendly document scanner designed to meet the demands of modern business environments. Its fast duplex scanning and 600 dpi optical resolution ensure clear, accurate digital copies, while the 60-sheet Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) streamlines batch scanning of multi-page documents.
With support for a variety of paper sizes and types, including receipts, business cards, legal documents, and photographs, the ADS-3100 is perfect for document archiving, client onboarding, invoice processing, and records digitization. It is compatible with Windows, macOS, and popular document management systems, offering plug-and-play USB connectivity for quick setup and use.
The scanner’s compact design makes it suitable for desk-side or shared workspaces, while its intuitive controls and advanced image processing features (such as blank page removal, auto crop, and background removal) boost workflow efficiency and reduce manual work.
Ideal for small offices, departments, and enterprise-level document workflows, the Brother ADS-3100 delivers reliable, versatile, and high-speed scanning, helping teams stay organized, paperless, and productive
Model: Brother ADS-3100
Scanner Type: Desktop Sheetfed Scanner
Warranty: 1 Year Return-to-Base Warranty
Power Supply: AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption
Scanning: 23W
Ready Mode: 5.4W
Power Saving/Deep Sleep: 1.4W
Power Off: 0.1W
Operating Temperature: 5°C to 35°C
Operating Humidity: 20% to 80% (non-condensing)
Storage Humidity: 10% to 90%
Scan Performance
Document Size
Multiple Papers
Width: 50.8 mm to 215.9 mm
Length: 50.8 mm to 355.6 mm
Single Paper
Width: 50.8 mm to 215.9 mm
Scanning Mode
Duplex Scanning: Yes (Two-sided scanning in a single pass)
Colour & Black-and-White: Yes (Supports both colour and black & white scanning)
Optical Resolution: Up to 600 dpi x 600 dpi for crisp and clear scans
Interpolated Resolution: Up to 1,200 dpi x 1,200 dpi for enhanced details and image clarity
Colour Depth:
Input: 48-bit colour processing for rich colour data capture
Output: 24-bit colour processing for optimal output fidelity
Grayscale Levels: 256 levels for smooth gradations in black-and-white scans
Paper Handling & ADF (Automatic Document Feeder):
ADF Capacity: Up to 60 sheets (based on 20 lb (80 g/m²) A4/Letter size paper)
Paper Weight: Supports paper weights ranging from 20 lb (80 g/m²) to heavier media (maximum weight: up to 255 g/m² for single sheet, depending on paper type)
Paper Sizes: Supports multiple document sizes including:
Standard: A4, A5, A6, B5, Business cards, Letter, Legal
Custom Sizes: Supports custom paper sizes for flexibility in different environments
Operational & Power Specifications:
Memory Capacity: 512 MB for handling high-volume, multi-page scanning tasks efficiently
Interface:
USB 3.0: High-speed interface for fast data transfer
Compliance:
TWAIN (Windows), WIA (Windows), ICA (MacOS), ISIS™ (Windows) for wide compatibility with various scanning software
Scanning Speed (at 300 dpi):
Colour Scan:
Up to 45 ppm (pages per minute) / 90 ipm (images per minute) (Duplex scanning)
Black & White Scan:
Up to 45 ppm / 90 ipm (Duplex scanning)
Daily Duty Cycle: Recommended up to 3,000 pages per day for heavy-duty scanning applications
Software & Driver Support:
Software Compatibility:
TWAIN Driver: Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2016, Windows 7 (SP1), Windows 8.1, Windows 10
WIA Driver: Windows 7 (SP1), Windows 8.1, Windows 10
ICA Driver: macOS v10.14.x, macOS v10.15.x, macOS v11.0.x, macOS v11.1.x
ISIS™ Driver: Windows 7 (SP1), Windows 8.1, Windows 10
Bundled Software:
Brother iPrint&Scan: For easy scanning and document management on both Windows and macOS
Scan to OCR, Searchable PDF, or File: Enables flexible file outputs for efficient document processing
Environmental and Compliance Certifications:
Energy Compliance:
Energy Star Certified: Ensures energy efficiency during operation and standby mode
RoHS Compliant: Free of hazardous substances per European Union directive
Physical Specifications:
Dimensions:
Width: 299 mm
Depth: 191 mm
Height: 166 mm
Weight: Approx. 3.6 kg