


Canon imageFORMULA Desktop Workgroup Scanner
Canon imageFORMULA DR-C225 II — Compact Duplex Document Scanner
A slim desktop scanner for the office where desk space is the constraint. The DR-C225 II scans both sides of a page in one pass at 25 ppm / 50 ipm in colour or mono, and its J-path design feeds paper up and back out the front, so it sits against a wall instead of needing clear space behind it. A 45-sheet feeder, ultrasonic double-feed detection and a straight-through path for cards and thicker stock make it a practical daily scanner for a small office, reception desk or department.
Quick Glance
Key Features
J-path design that fits against a wall
Paper loads face-up and returns out the front, so the DR-C225 II needs no clearance behind it. With the tray closed it is 300 mm wide and 156 mm deep — small enough for a reception counter or a crowded desk.
Single-pass duplex at 25 ppm / 50 ipm
Both sides of a page are captured in one pass at the same rated speed in colour and in mono. Ultrasonic double-feed detection stops a batch when two sheets go through together, so a missed page is caught at the scanner rather than found in the archive later.
Straight path for cards and heavier stock
Switch to the straight-through path for plastic and embossed cards, stock up to 209 g/m² and long documents up to 3000 mm. The J-path handles everyday office paper from 52 to 128 g/m².
Detailed Specifications
Specifications are provided by the manufacturer and may be updated or changed without prior notice. AtomOffice is not responsible for any discrepancies between the information shown here and the manufacturer's official documentation.
Need-to-Know
The DR-C225 II is the most compact scanner in Canon's desktop workgroup line; the models around it trade desk space for speed and feeder capacity.
- USB only — there is no network or Wi-Fi connection on this model. It scans to the computer it is plugged into.
- Canon's Windows driver list for this model names Windows 2000 through Windows 10. If you run Windows 11, ask us to confirm current driver support before you order.
- Cards, thick stock over 128 g/m² and long documents must go through the straight-through path; the J-path is for ordinary office paper only.
- The flatbed units (A4 102, A3 202) are optional accessories sold separately — the scanner itself is sheet-fed only, so bound books need a flatbed unit.
| Model | Scan speed (mono) | Feeder | Daily duty cycle |
|---|---|---|---|
| imageFORMULA R30 | 25 ppm / 50 ipm | 60 sheets | Not published |
| DR-C225 II (this page) | 25 ppm / 50 ipm | 45 sheets | 1,000 – 2,500 scans |
| imageFORMULA DR-C230 | 30 ppm / 60 ipm | 60 sheets | 2,000 – 4,500 scans |
| imageFORMULA DR-C240 | 45 ppm / 90 ipm | 60 sheets | 3,500 – 6,000 scans |
Choose the DR-C225 II when space matters most, the DR-C230 or DR-C240 for heavier daily volume, and the R30 for simple plug-and-scan use without installing software.
Best For / Customer Benefits
Customer Benefits
- Captures both sides of every page in one pass, so a double-sided contract is scanned once, not re-fed.
- Ultrasonic double-feed detection stops the batch when two sheets stick together, before a page goes missing from the file.
- Handles plastic and embossed cards on the straight path, so ID cards and documents go through the same scanner.
- Sits against a wall thanks to the front-return J-path, freeing the desk space behind it.
Best For
Official & Recommended Options
Need a roller kit, a carrier sheet or a flatbed unit? Contact us — we can confirm what fits your scanner before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Canon rates it at 25 pages per minute, or 50 images per minute when scanning both sides, and the rating is the same in colour and in black and white. Double-sided pages are captured in a single pass.
Yes, that is its main design point. With the tray closed it measures 300 x 156 x 220 mm, and because the J-path returns paper out of the front, it can sit against a wall with no clearance behind it.
Yes, through the straight-through path: cards of 53.9 x 85.5 mm and less than 0.76 mm thick, including embossed cards. The same path takes stock up to 209 g/m² and long documents up to 3000 mm.
No. It connects over high-speed USB 2.0 (USB 3.0 compatible) to one computer. For scanning to a network without a PC, look at the DR-S250N or the ScanFront 400.
Canon gives a daily duty cycle of 1,000 to 2,500 scans. For heavier daily volumes, the DR-C230 (2,000 to 4,500) and DR-C240 (3,500 to 6,000) are the next steps up.
Need a compact duplex scanner for your office?
Tell us your daily page volume and what you scan, and we will confirm whether the DR-C225 II is the right fit or whether a faster model suits you better.

