Epson WorkForce DS-970 A4 High-Speed Departmental Document Scanner
The Epson WorkForce DS-970 is a compact, standalone network scanner offering fast 85 ppm scanning, 100-sheet ADF, direct cloud/email scanning, and advanced features like double-feed detection and slow mode for delicate documents.
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Epson WorkForce DS-970 Overview
Key Features of the Epson WorkForce DS-970
Epson WorkForce DS-970 high-speed scanning
Scan at up to 85ppm/170ipm, with a 100-sheet ADF and single-pass duplex scanning for fast, efficient batch processing.
Built for high-volume workloads
A 14,000-page daily duty cycle makes the Epson WorkForce DS-970 ideal for busy departments with demanding document capture requirements.
Flexible document handling
Handle media from 27gsm to 413gsm, including business cards, plastic cards and long documents up to 6,096mm.
Intelligent paper protection
Ultrasonic double-feed detection, paper protection sensors and an Active Separation Roller System help reduce misfeeds and protect valuable originals.
Easy control with the Epson WorkForce DS-970
A colour LCD and customisable job buttons provide quick access to regular scanning tasks, helping streamline everyday document workflows.
The Epson WorkForce DS-970 is best for
fast-paced offices and document-heavy teams that need to process large scan volumes quickly, accurately and reliably, while keeping demanding day-to-day workflows running smoothly.
FAQs
Can the Epson WorkForce DS-970 create searchable PDFs?
Yes. Documents can be saved as searchable PDF or PDF/A files, making scanned information easier to search, retrieve and archive within document management systems and PDF viewing software.
Can I scan directly to email or cloud storage?
Yes. The Epson WorkForce DS-970 supports workflows including scan-to-email, FTP, Microsoft SharePoint, web folders, and cloud storage when used with the appropriate Epson scanning software.
Can I add a flatbed scanner to the Epson WorkForce DS-970?
Yes. Epson offers an optional flatbed scanner conversion kit, providing a useful solution when you need to capture bound, fragile or other documents unsuitable for the automatic document feeder.
Will it work with document management systems?
The Epson WorkForce DS-970 supports TWAIN, WIA, and ISIS drivers, enabling it to integrate with a wide range of business applications and established document management workflows.
What software is included with the scanner?
The Epson WorkForce DS-970 comes with Document Capture Pro, Epson Device Admin and Epson Scan 2. These tools help users capture, process, organise and route scanned documents, while also providing options for scanner configuration and device management.
Technical Specification
| Scanner type | ADF (automatic document feeder) |
| Max/min document size | A4, A5, A6, B4, B5, B6, Letter, Legal, Postcard, Business cards, Plastic cards |
| Optical resolution | Up to 600 dpi optical |
| Sensor type | Dual CIS |
| Colour depth | Input: 30 Bits Colour / 10 Bits Monochrome, Output: 24 Bits Colour / 8 Bits Monochrome |
| Scan speed | Simplex: 85 ppm (200/300 dpi) Duplex: 170 ipm (200/300 dpi) |
| Duplex scanning | Yes – Single pass |
| ADF capacity | 100-sheets |
| Daily scan duty cycle | 14,000 sheets |
| Paper weight | 27 to 413 gsm |
| Multi-feed detection | Yes – Ultrasonic |
| Connectivity | USB 3.2 |
| Panel |
3.7cm colour display |
| Power supply | AC Adapter |
| Included software | Document Capture Pro, Epson Device Admin, Epson Scan 2 |
Software features |
RGB colour dropout, Advanced Colour Dropout / Enhance, Skip blank page, A3 stitching, Punch holes removal, Advanced editing, Pre-defined scanning settings, de-skew, multi-document recognition, Dual Image Output (Windows only), Auto-rotation, Text enhancement, Edge fill, Barcode Recognition, Job Separation, Scan to Cloud Storage |
| Send to | Scan to Email, Scan to FTP, Scan to Microsoft SharePoint®, Scan to Print, Scan to Web folders. |
| File outputs supported | BMP, JPEG, TIFF, multi-TIFF, PDF, searchable PDF, secure PDF, PDF/A, PNG |
| Driver support | TWAIN, ISIS (Web download), SANE (Linux), WIA (Windows), ICA (Mac) |
| Supported operating systems | Windows and Mac |
| Dimensions | 296 x 169 x 167 mm (Width x Depth x Height) |
| Weight | 3.6 kg |
| Warranty | 1 Year RTB Warranty |
| What’s in the box? | Scanner, driver and utilities, power cable, setup guide USB cable, warranty document |
For full technical details, please refer to the product datasheet.
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Any automatic processing features and benefits mentioned are intended to aid user experience, but results may vary depending on your usage and the media being scanned. Any errors or inaccuracies with automatic processing features and benefits do not indicate an error with the functionality of the scanner.
Equipment performance, features and capabilities are based on using the equipment’s proprietary included software. The use of the equipment with any third-party software is not guaranteed or implied and guidance should be sought from the third-party software manufacturer or vendor to ensure compatibility with your intended usage. BDM ArcScan does not provide such advice, guidance, or support pre or post-sale.
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