Fujifilm ApeosPort-VII C5573 R / C3373 R Decision Guide
A practical decision guide for organisations balancing cost, sustainability, and reliability
“Remanufactured” still raises eyebrows in enterprise procurement. The real question isn’t whether these machines are reused—it’s whether they perform, last, and reduce risk compared to buying new.
The ApeosPort-VII C5573 R and C3373 R are factory-remanufactured A3 colour MFPs, rebuilt under Fujifilm Business Innovation’s long-running resource-circulation program. They are positioned as equivalent to newly built machines, not refurbished resale units.
This guide helps you decide if they’re a responsible upgrade—or the wrong signal for your organisation.
Who These Remanufactured Models Are For (and Who Should Skip Them)
A strong fit if you:
- Want enterprise-grade A3 colour at a lower environmental and lifecycle cost
- Have ESG, sustainability, or carbon-reduction targets
- Run shared office or departmental printing (20–100 users)
- Need modern security, scanning, and cloud workflows
- Are comfortable defending a remanufactured decision internally
Probably not a good fit if you:
- Need the latest generation hardware only for policy reasons
- Operate a print-room or production environment
- Require very high monthly volumes or extreme finishing
- Face internal resistance to anything labeled “remanufactured”
If stakeholder perception matters as much as technical fit, this decision needs alignment beyond IT.
C5573 R vs C3373 R: Choosing the Right Model
Both models share the same platform; the difference is speed and workload tolerance.
| Model | A4 Speed (Colour / B&W) | Typical Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| C3373 R | 35 / 35 ppm | General office & departmental use |
| C5573 R | 55 / 55 ppm | Busier shared devices, heavier queues |
Decision shortcut
- Choose C3373 R for predictable, moderate workloads
- Choose C5573 R if queues build up or multiple teams share the device
The Real Differentiator: Remanufacturing Done at Scale
1. This Is Not “Refurbished” in the Market Sense
Fujifilm’s remanufacturing process is part of a closed-loop resource circulation system running since 1995.
Key facts:
- Up to 84% parts reuse ratio by design
- Automated assessment using usage-history data (≈200 data points per device)
- Worn components replaced based on remaining life analysis
- Exterior plastics restored via blast cleaning technology
- Delivered as new products, not used machines
This is fundamentally different from dealer-refurbished equipment.
2. Measurable Environmental Impact (Not Just Marketing)
Compared with newly built equivalents:
- Up to 53% reduction in CO � emissions across the product lifecycle
- Lower energy use enabled by IH fuser, LED print head, and Super EA-Eco toner
For organisations reporting Scope 3 emissions, this is defensible, auditable impact, not a vague green claim.
Day-to-Day Performance That Still Feels “Enterprise”
1. Print & Media Capability
- 1,200 × 2,400 dpi print resolution
- Media support 52–300 gsm
- Long paper up to 1,200 mm (banners, POP)
- SRA3, A3, and mixed-media jobs supported
These aren’t compromises for sustainability—they’re full-spec office capabilities.
2. Scanning & Digital Workflows
- Duplex ADF with up to 154 ipm two-sided scanning
- OCR to searchable PDF, Word, Excel (optional kits)
- Automatic handling of irregular document sizes
- Scan Delivery and Paperless Fax options
For organisations reducing paper reliance, scanning is where these devices quietly deliver ROI.
3. Security That Meets Enterprise Expectations
Security features include:
- Encrypted storage with TPM
- Secure overwrite and data erasure
- User authentication and access controls
- IPsec, SSL/TLS, SMBv3 communication
- Fax transmission safeguards (FASEC1-compliant)
