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Sharp BP-70C31

A3 color laser MFP for workgroups of 10-30 — 31 ppm, 300-sheet single-pass DSPF, 650-sheet standard capacity expandable to 6,300, 10.1" touchscreen, and WPA3/TLS 1.3 security on a floor-standing chassis.

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Print speed
31 ppm color
Paper capacity
6300 sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Wi-Fi · USB · Ethernet · Bluetooth
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Sharp BP-70C31
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Sharp BP-70C31 is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You run a workgroup of 10-30 people that needs in-house A3 (11x17) color and prints 3,000-8,000 pages a month.
  • You scan stacks of mixed-size documents daily and need single-pass duplex at 280 ipm to keep up.
  • You want one machine that prints, copies, scans, faxes — with Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and Google Drive baked in.
  • You already run Sharp or want WPA3 wireless plus TLS 1.3 encryption out of the box without a security upcharge.
  • You need a 10.1" tilting touchscreen with retractable keyboard so users can type long email addresses without fighting an on-screen keyboard.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 1,500-3,000 pages a month — the machine is overbuilt for that, you'll just amortize it longer on a 60-month lease.
  • You need finishing (staple, hole-punch, saddle stitch) — the BP-FN11 inner finisher and BP-FN13/14/15/16 console finishers bolt on, but plan for the footprint and the extra invoice line.
  • You're replacing a Konica or Canon A3 MFP — operators adapt to the Sharp touchscreen quickly, but expect 2-3 weeks of muscle-memory complaints.
  • You want voice control via Alexa — Sharp MFP Voice works but feels gimmicky for daily copying; the touchscreen is faster.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print under 1,000 pages a month — you're paying for an A3 color floor-standing MFP and using maybe 3% of it. Get an MX-C357F or MX-C407F desktop instead.
  • You need 45+ ppm — get the BP-70C45, BP-70C55, or BP-70C65 from the same Advanced Series; same chassis, faster engine.
  • You print 11x17 from every tray — Tray 1 is the only standard letter/legal/ledger drawer; A3 in volume needs the optional split tandem or 3,000-sheet LCC.
  • You want a small footprint — this is a 187 lb floor-standing A3 unit at 24 x 26 x 34 inches; the desktop MX-B or MX-C series is what you want.
  • You need finishing on day one — the inner finisher and console finishers are all options, not standard; budget another $1,500-$4,000.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Sharp BP-70C31 is a floor-standing A3 color laser MFP from the Advanced Series, built for workgroups of 10-30 people that need in-house 11x17 color, daily scanning, and a long lease life. It prints and copies 31 ppm in both black and color, scans at up to 280 ipm via the 300-sheet single-pass DSPF, and ships with 650 sheets of standard paper capacity (one 550-sheet drawer plus a 100-sheet bypass), expandable to 6,300 sheets with optional drawers and the 3,000-sheet LCC. The 10.1" tilting touchscreen with retractable keyboard handles complex scan-to-Teams, scan-to-OneDrive, and scan-to-Box workflows out of the box, and the WPA3 wireless plus TLS 1.3 encryption is the reason most of our legal and healthcare clients pick the Advanced Series over the older MX line. Standard PCL 6 and Adobe PostScript 3, Gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0/3.0, and 5 GHz Wi-Fi all in the base. The thing buyers regret: paying for color they don't print. If your color volume is under 10% of total, look at the mono BP-70M31 — same chassis, half the toner cost.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 31 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 31 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 31 ppm simplex, 15 ppm duplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Single-pass duplex flatbed
Scan destinations email, desktop, FTP, network folder (SMB), USB, Teams Folder, OneDrive, Box, Dropbox, internet fax (option), Super G3 fax (option)
Paper
Paper capacity 6300 sheets
Paper size A3/Tabloid · A5 · A4/Letter · Legal
Automatic document feeder 300 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 4000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax
Bluetooth Bluetooth for wireless peripherals and audio devices
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Sharp
Model BP-70C31
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Sharp manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the Sharp BP-70C31

The printer itself

Sharp BP-70C31 in original Sharp packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 609 x 662 x 860 mm

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Sharp quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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4.8
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Based on 5 verified customer reviews

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 5 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Sharp machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "We've had this Sharp in our office for about two years now and it handles our high-volume printing without complaints. The color output is sharp and the finishing options save us from having to outsource binding and stapling jobs."
  • ★ "Replaced our older Xerox with this and haven't looked back. The finishing features are solid and maintenance costs have been lower than expected. Paper handling is reliable even with mixed stock."
  • ★ "Good workhorse for our small law firm. Copy quality is consistent and the stapling function works as advertised. Only reason I'm not giving it five stars is the learning curve on some of the more advanced settings took longer than expected."
  • ★ "Been using this for printing and copying marketing materials. The color handling is precise enough that we don't need to outsource as much work. Also runs pretty quietly compared to our old machine."
  • ★ "Solid multifunction device for our department. Paper trays could be larger and it jams occasionally on thicker stock, but overall it handles our daily volume without much fuss."

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Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

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  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Sharp BP-70C31, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (706) 561-0075 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Sharp BP-70C31 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter black toner (BP-NT70BA) has an estimated yield of 40,000 pages, while the color toners (BP-NT70CA/MA/YA) yield approximately 24,000 pages each at 5% coverage. Replacement high-yield toners are also available, including the BP-NT70 series. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Sharp BP-70C31 prints and copies at 31 ppm in both black and color, while the BP-70C36 offers faster speeds at 36 ppm. The BP-70C36 also has a quicker first-page-out time (4.6 seconds for black, 6.5 seconds for color) compared to the BP-70C31. Both models feature a 300-sheet single-pass DSPF, 10.1" touchscreen, and expandable paper capacity up to 6,300 sheets. The BP-70C36 is better suited for workgroups of 15-40 people with higher monthly print volumes (4,000-10,000 pages), while the BP-70C31 is ideal for smaller workgroups of 10-30 people printing 3,000-8,000 pages monthly. For small offices with lower print volumes, the BP-70C31 offers cost savings upfront.
Yes, the Sharp BP-70C31 is well-suited for small businesses with workgroups of 10-30 people, especially those needing in-house A3 (11x17) color printing and daily scanning. It handles 3,000-8,000 pages per month at 31 ppm in both black and color, with a 300-sheet single-pass DSPF for efficient scanning. The 10.1" touchscreen and built-in security features like WPA3 wireless and TLS 1.3 encryption make it a solid choice for legal and healthcare businesses.
Yes, the Sharp BP-70C31 is a color laser MFP that prints and copies at 31 ppm in both black and color. It supports A3 (11x17) color printing and is ideal for workgroups needing high-quality color output. If you require a monochrome alternative, consider the Sharp BP-70M31, which offers the same chassis and features but at half the toner cost.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (706) 561-0075. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Sharp includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Sharp BP-70C31 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Automated Business Machines is an authorized Sharp reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every Sharp BP-70C31 order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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