HP DesignJet T1600dr PostScript 36-inch grootformaatprinter

Architecture firms and engineering teams rely on the HP DesignJet T1600dr to produce precise technical drawings, maps, and renderings up to 36 inches wide. With dual front-loading rolls and a 500 GB self-encrypting hard disk, it handles high-volume printing while keeping sensitive project data secure. The 15.6-inch touchscreen simplifies job management, and the integrated cutter delivers ready-to-use prints without manual trimming.

Key specifications

• Print width: 36 inches (914 mm)
• Print technology: HP Thermal Inkjet
• Ink system: 6-ink (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Photo Black, Matte Black, Gray)
• Maximum resolution: 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi
• Print speed: 26 seconds per A1/D print (180 A1/D prints per hour)
• Media handling: Dual automatic front-loading roll feeds, sheet feed, automatic cutter
• Hard disk: 500 GB self-encrypting
• Memory: 128 GB (virtual)
• Connectivity: Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T)
• Printer languages: Adobe PostScript 3, Adobe PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF, JPEG, CALS G4, URF
• Display: 15.6-inch touchscreen
• Security: HP Secure Boot, Whitelisting, Secure File Erase, IPsec, 802.1x
• Power consumption (printing): 100 W
• Minimum line width: 0.02 mm (HP-GL/2 addressable)
• Maximum roll diameter: 170 mm
• Maximum media thickness: 0.8 mm

Why choose it

Dual rolls let you switch between paper types without reloading, cutting downtime on mixed-media jobs. The PostScript/PDF engine ensures accurate rendering of complex vector files, while the self-encrypting hard disk protects confidential plans. HP Secure Boot and whitelisting guard against firmware tampering, making it suitable for government and defense contractors.

Ideal use cases

• Architectural and engineering drawings (CAD, BIM)
• GIS maps and large-format posters
• High-volume technical document production
• Secure printing of confidential project files

Good to know

The printer supports media up to 0.8 mm thick and rolls up to 170 mm in diameter, accommodating a wide range of substrates. It includes a 15.6-inch touchscreen for intuitive operation and comes with a one-year warranty. For network integration, Gigabit Ethernet provides fast data transfer, and the printer supports HP Click software for easy job submission from PCs or Macs.