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HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in PS Printer

36-inch dual-roll PostScript plotter for AEC firms — 19.3 sec/A1, 6 HP Bright Office Inks, 4.3" touchscreen, 500 GB self-encrypting HDD, and HP Wolf Pro Security on a floor-standing chassis.

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Print speed
0 ppm mono
Paper capacity
0 sheets
Duplex
Single-sided (Simplex)
Connectivity
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HP 3EK13A
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in PS Printer is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You're an architect, engineer, GIS, or construction firm of 10-50 people that needs in-house 36-inch CAD output every day.
  • You want dual rolls (one A1 plain bond + one heavyweight or coated) so you stop swapping media mid-project — that's what the 'dr' in T1600dr means.
  • You print 200-1,000 A1 plots a month and want the fastest line-drawing speed in this class — 19.3 seconds per A1, 180 A1/hr peak.
  • You need PostScript and the Adobe PDF Print Engine for high-fidelity PDF output (this is the PS model — 3EK13A/B/F).
  • You want HP Wolf Pro Security, Secure Boot, and a self-encrypting 500 GB HDD for legal, gov, or healthcare drawings.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 50-200 A1 plots a month — the printer is overbuilt for that, you'll just stretch the per-page cost over a longer lease.
  • You want Wi-Fi but the budget is tight — wireless is via the Jetdirect 3100w accessory (about $200), not standard.
  • You're replacing a Canon TX-3000 or Epson SC-T5400 — operators adapt to the 4.3-inch HP touchscreen quickly, but workflow muscle memory takes 2-3 weeks.
  • You print mostly plain bond and want bright office color — HP Bright Office Inks deliver, but for photo-quality renders the Z-series is the better fit.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print fewer than 30 A1 plots a month — you're paying for a 6-ink, dual-roll, PostScript enterprise plotter and using maybe 5% of it. Look at the T650 36-in or T250 instead.
  • You need Wi-Fi out of the box — wireless is an optional accessory on this model.
  • You need an integrated scanner/copier — this is print-only. Step up to the T2600dr MFP if you scan large-format originals.
  • You don't have space — base footprint is 55 x 30 inches and the unit weighs 187 lb floor-standing on its own stand.
  • You print photo and fine-art reproduction — the 6-ink CMYKGrPhoto-Black setup is built for line drawings and renders, not gallery prints. Look at the Z6 or Z9+.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The HP DesignJet T1600dr is the 36-inch dual-roll PostScript plotter HP built for architecture, engineering, and construction shops that print A1/D-size CAD drawings every day and don't want to babysit roll changes. Print speed peaks at 180 A1/hr (19.3 sec per A1 in Fast mode on bond), and the 6-color HP Bright Office Ink set (C, M, Y, Gray, Photo Black, Matte Black) handles bright color renders, line drawings, GIS maps, and orthophotos out of the same machine. Standard config is dual front-loading rolls with smart roll switching, an integrated 100-page output stacker, media bin, and automatic horizontal cutter — so you load one roll with plain bond and another with heavyweight coated and the printer picks the right one per job. The 500 GB self-encrypting hard disk, HP Wolf Pro Security, Secure Boot, and Allowlisting are why we sell this into legal, healthcare, and government accounts that won't touch a printer without TPM and Common Criteria. Connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet plus USB; Wi-Fi/NFC is the optional Jetdirect 3100w accessory. The thing buyers regret: assuming Wi-Fi was standard. It's not on this SKU. Footprint is 55 x 30 inches floor-standing and the dual-roll unit weighs 187 lb — measure twice before you commit a corner.
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Print
Print technology Single-function
Print speed (mono) Up to 0 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 0 pages per minute
Duplex printing Single-sided (Simplex)
First page out < 19.3 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Single-function
Duplex copy / scan Single-sided (Simplex)
Scanner type
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size Wide-format
Recommended monthly volume 0 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
Connectivity
Physical & power
Form factor Wide-format
Usage class Production
Manufacturer HP
Model 3EK13A
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year HP manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in PS Printer

The printer itself

HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in PS Printer in original HP packaging. Wide-format form factor, roughly 55 x 30 x 43 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

HP quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 3 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging HP machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "We use this for architectural drawings and large format graphics work. The 36-inch width is perfect for our needs, and the PostScript capability handles our PDF files without any conversion issues. Print quality is sharp and consistent."
  • ★ "Good printer overall for our small design studio. The automatic media feeder saves time, though the learning curve on the software was steeper than expected. Once we got it dialed in, it's been reliable."
  • ★ "Replaced our older HP model with the T1600dr and the speed improvement is noticeable. Ink costs are reasonable for the volume we're running, and maintenance has been straightforward so far."

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FAQ

HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in PS Printer, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (706) 561-0075 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

The HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in PS Printer ships with starter ink cartridges. These starter cartridges have a yield of approximately 300 ml per color. Replacement ink cartridges include the HP 730 series (300 ml) in Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Matte Black, Photo Black, and Gray. When you lease through us with ink included, you never pay for ink separately.
The HP DesignJet T1600dr is a large-format inkjet plotter designed for CAD and technical drawings, with a 36-inch print width and 6-color ink system, while the HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78625dn is a floor-standing A3 color laser MFP with a 25 ppm print speed and 110,000-page monthly duty cycle. The DesignJet is ideal for architecture and engineering firms needing wide-format prints, whereas the E78625dn is better suited for office environments requiring high-volume color printing, scanning, and copying. For small offices needing versatile color output, the E78625dn offers a more compact and multifunctional solution.
The HP DesignJet T1600dr is designed for high-volume, large-format printing, making it ideal for architecture, engineering, and construction firms. However, its size (55 x 30 inches) and specialized functionality may be excessive for a typical small business. If your business requires standard office printing, consider a more compact and versatile option like the HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E78625dn or explore other commercial options.
Yes, the HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in PS Printer supports color printing. It uses a 6-color HP Bright Office Ink set (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Gray, Photo Black, Matte Black) to produce high-quality color renders, line drawings, and maps.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (706) 561-0075. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
HP includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in PS Printer when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Automated Business Machines is an authorized HP reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in PS Printer order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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