PFU America has launched the RICOH SP-2240N, a compact document scanner aimed at small and mid-sized businesses and the departmental teams inside larger organizations that handle steady, paper-heavy workflows. The scanner became available on June 16, 2026 through PFU America's website for $389.99, and it is built on the company's RICOH fi Series scanning technology. PFU America positions it as a practical option for organizations that want dependable digitization without the cost and complexity of high-end enterprise hardware.
The SP-2240N sits between personal-use scanners and more complex high-end systems. It is designed to digitize everyday business documents such as invoices, contracts, IDs, and internal paperwork, and it is suited to shared settings like healthcare clinics, banks, hospitality, and retail back offices where consistent scanning matters.
On the performance side, the scanner reaches up to 40 pages per minute and 80 images per minute at 200 and 300 dpi, with an 80-sheet automatic document feeder and duplex scanning. Its optical resolution is 600 dpi, and PFU lists an expected daily volume of 6,000 sheets. The feeder handles a wide range of media, from plastic ID cards to folded A3 documents, which makes it a fit for mixed batches.
PC-less scanning and a new on-device chip
One of the headline features is DirectScan, which lets users scan straight to network folders or FTP servers without a connected PC. PFU says scan destinations can be preconfigured so staff can walk up and digitize documents with a single action.
DirectScan runs on PFU's next-generation iiGA system-on-a-chip, which moves core image processing into the device itself. Functions such as automatic rotation and blank page removal happen on the scanner, which helps keep output consistent and reduces the load on connected computers in shared, multi-user environments.
Software and image quality
The SP-2240N ships with PaperStream ClickScan for one-push or right-click scanning, alongside the PaperStream IP driver that supports both TWAIN and ISIS. PFU says the driver cleans up images automatically to improve OCR accuracy, even on wrinkled, soiled, or patterned documents.
Image capture is handled by PFU's Clear Image Capture technology, and real-time image monitoring watches for feeding problems to help protect documents as they pass through the scanner.
Connectivity and supported systems
For connections, the scanner offers USB 3.2 Gen1 over a Type-C port plus Gigabit Ethernet, reflecting its role as a networked desktop unit. It supports Windows, Windows Server, macOS, and Linux (Ubuntu), and it works with PaperStream Capture for batch workflows.
The unit measures 292 by 163 by 150 mm and weighs 3.3 kg, giving it a small footprint for both back-office and customer-facing counters.
A sustainability angle
PFU says recycled plastic makes up more than 25 percent of the main unit's resin weight, and the company uses recycled plastics and pulp molds for packaging and cushioning. PFU also lists the scanner as compliant with ENERGY STAR, RoHS, and EPEAT.
How it compares
At $389.99, the SP-2240N comes in below several comparable networked desktop scanners. Competing models from rivals such as Brother and Epson often carry list prices around $450 or higher, and some popular options connect over WiFi and USB without a wired network port. The SP-2240N counters with a wired Gigabit Ethernet connection and PC-less DirectScan, a combination suited to always-on shared use.
From Fujitsu to Ricoh
The SP-2240N arrives under a brand that has changed hands in recent years. PFU Limited, founded in 1960, has built the scanners sold under the Fujitsu name for more than two decades, and the company joined the Ricoh Group through a stock transfer that completed in September 2022.
In April 2023, PFU rebranded its Fujitsu-labeled fi Series, SP Series, and ScanSnap scanners to carry the Ricoh name, while keeping the underlying hardware and specifications unchanged. The SP-2240N continues that fi Series lineage as part of the entry-level SP line for small and growing businesses.
Price and availability
The RICOH SP-2240N is available now for $389.99 through PFU America's website. "The RICOH SP-2240N represents what many organizations are looking for today, a practical and reliable scanning solution that balances performance, ease of use, and cost," said Satoshi Kubo, President and CEO of PFU America, Inc.
