Brother ADS-3100 Desktop Document Scanner
Description

The Brother ADS-3100 Desktop Document Scanner is a high-performance desktop sheetfed scanner designed for fast document digitisation in office environments. Delivering 2-sided duplex scan speeds up to 40 pages per minute (80 images per minute), it simplifies high-volume document workflows and batch processing. Engineered for business workflows, it offers versatile media handling and seamless desktop integration.
- Fast 2-sided scanning speeds of up to 40 ppm / 80 ipm.
- 60-sheet Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) handles standard A4, receipts, and custom paper sizes.
- High-precision optical resolution up to 600 x 600 dpi for sharp document clarity.
- Connect and scan via SuperSpeed USB 3.0 and a built-in USB host port.
- Integrated Optical Character Recognition (OCR) enables creation of searchable PDF and editable files.
- Compatible with the Brother iPrint&Scan app for flexible mobile and desktop document management.
For manufacturer information, see the Brother ADS-3100 on Brother Australia.
Brother ADS-3100 document scanner orders are fulfilled from distribution centres in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth for delivery across Australia.
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Basic Specifications
| Brand | Brother |
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| Model | ADS-3100 |
| Product Type | Desktop Document Scanner |
| Memory Capacity | 512 MB |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 299.5 mm x 190.5 mm x 215.9 mm |
| Weight | 2.6 kg |
Scanning
| Scan Speed (Simplex) | Up to 40 ppm |
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| Scan Speed (Duplex) | Up to 80 ipm |
| Duplex Scanning | Yes |
| Optical Resolution | Up to 600 x 600 dpi |
| Interpolated Resolution | Up to 1,200 x 1,200 dpi |
| Color Depth (Input / Output) | 48-bit colour processing / 24-bit colour processing |
| Grayscale | 256 levels |
Document Handling
| ADF Capacity | Up to 60 sheets (80 g/m² A4/Letter size) |
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| Document Size - Multiple Sheets | Width: 50.8 mm to 215.9 mm | Length: 50.8 mm to 355.6 mm |
| Document Size - Single Sheet | Width: 50.8 mm to 215.9 mm |
| Scanning Width | Up to 215.9 mm |
Connectivity
| Interface | SuperSpeed USB 3.0, USB Host |
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Software & Apps
| Included Software (Windows) | Brother iPrint&Scan, ScanEssentials Lite, PaperPort 14 SE, Kofax Power PDF, Presto! BizCard 6, Remote Setup |
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| Included Software (Mac) | Brother iPrint&Scan, Presto! BizCard 7, Remote Setup |
| Mobile Apps | Brother iPrint&Scan (iOS/Android) |
| Driver Compliance | TWAIN, WIA, ISIS (Windows) | TWAIN, ICA (macOS) |
Power & Environment
| Power Source | AC: 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz |
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| Power Consumption (Scanning) | Approx. 23 W |
| Power Consumption (Ready / Sleep / Off) | Ready: ~5.4 W | Power Saving/Deep Sleep: ~1.4 W | Power Off: ~0.1 W |
| Operating Temperature / Humidity | 5°C to 35°C | 20% to 80% humidity |
Warranty
| Warranty | 1 Year Return to Base Warranty |
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