HP DesignJet T1600 36-in PostScript Printer Plus Edition

HP DesignJet T1600 PostScript Printer

The HP DesignJet T1600 36-in PostScript Printer Plus Edition is built for technical teams that need reliable, precise wide format printing without slowing down the workday.

Designed for architecture, engineering, construction, CAD, and GIS environments, this 36-inch printer helps workgroups produce sharp drawings, detailed plans, maps, and technical documents with speed, security, and simple file submission.

Why Choose the HP DesignJet T1600 Printer Plus Edition?

The HP DesignJet T1600 Plus Edition gives technical workgroups a fast, dependable way to print professional drawings and project documents. It is a strong fit for teams that need a dedicated printer for CAD files, construction plans, engineering drawings, GIS maps, and technical line work.

With print speeds up to 180 D-size prints per hour, the T1600 helps teams keep up with project deadlines and high-volume plan production. Integrated automatic stacking helps keep output organized, reducing time spent collecting and sorting drawings.

The PostScript model supports Adobe PDF Print Engine, making it a smart choice for teams that print complex PDFs, customer-supplied files, Adobe files, fonts, transparencies, and detailed technical documents.

HP Click software helps simplify everyday printing, while HP Build Workspace version control helps connect printed drawings to the latest project updates. The printer also helps protect confidential documents and device access with HP Wolf Pro Security, secure authentication, encrypted storage, and advanced network protection built for professional workgroups.

Choose the HP DesignJet T1600 when your team needs a fast, secure, dedicated technical printer without integrated scanning.

Applications

The HP DesignJet T1600 36-in PostScript Printer Plus Edition is ideal for producing technical documents such as:

• Architectural drawings
• Engineering plans
• Construction documents
• CAD drawings
• GIS maps
• Site plans
• Facilities drawings
• Bid sets
• Revision sets
• Technical line drawings
• Project presentations
• Renderings
• Plan sets for review and approval

Technical Specifications

Print Performance

• Print speed: Up to 180 D-size prints per hour, 19.3 seconds per D-size print
• Print resolution: Up to 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi
• Print technology: HP Thermal Inkjet
• Line accuracy: ±0.1%
• Minimum line width: 0.0008 in, PDF addressable at 1200 dpi
• Printhead: 1 universal printhead

Ink System

• Ink system: 6 colors
• Ink colors: Cyan, magenta, yellow, gray, photo black, and matte black
• Ink types: Dye-based cyan, magenta, yellow, photo black, and gray; pigment-based matte black
• Ink cartridge sizes: 130 ml and 300 ml
• Ink drop: 6 pl for cyan, magenta, yellow, gray, and photo black; 9 pl for matte black

Media Handling

• Maximum media width: 36 in
• Roll size: 11 to 36 in
• Sheet size: 8.3 x 11 in to 36 x 48 in
• Maximum roll weight: 26.3 lb
• Maximum roll diameter: 5.5 in
• Maximum media thickness: 0.031 in
• Standard media sizes: Letter, Tabloid, C-size, D-size, and E-size
• Media handling: Sheet feed, automatic front-loading roll feed, integrated output stacker, media bin, and automatic horizontal cutter
• Supported media types: Bond paper, coated paper, technical paper, tracing paper, translucent bond, vellum, film, photographic paper, backlit media, self-adhesive media, polypropylene, and vinyl

Security

The HP DesignJet T1600 Plus Edition helps protect confidential documents and device access with HP Wolf Pro Security, secure authentication, encrypted storage, and advanced network protection built for professional workgroups.

Dimensions and Weight

• Product dimensions: 55 x 30 x 43 in
• Shipping dimensions: 58.1 x 30.2 x 31.5 in
• Product weight: 181 lb for single-roll model
• Shipping weight: 249 lb for single-roll model

Updated Plus Edition SKU: This model replaces the previous HP DesignJet T1600 36-in PostScript Printer SKU 3EK11A#B1K with the new HP DesignJet T1600 36-in PostScript Printer Plus Edition SKU 3EK11D.

What’s in the Box

• HP DesignJet T1600 Printer
• Printer stand and media bin
• Spindle
• Printheads
• Introductory ink cartridges
• User guide
• Power cords

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FAQ

What is the HP DesignJet T1600 Plus Edition best used for?

The HP DesignJet T1600 Plus Edition is best for AEC, CAD, GIS, construction, engineering, and technical workgroups that need fast, precise 36-inch wide format printing for drawings, plans, maps, and project documents.

Does the HP DesignJet T1600 Plus Edition include scanning?

No. The HP DesignJet T1600 is a dedicated technical printer. Choose the HP DesignJet T2600 MFP Plus Edition if your team needs print, scan, and copy functionality.

What is the difference between the HP DesignJet T1600 and T1600dr?

The T1600 is a single-roll printer. The T1600dr adds dual-roll media handling, which is helpful for teams that switch between media types or want longer print runs with fewer interruptions.

Does this model include PostScript?

Yes. This page is for the HP DesignJet T1600 36-in PostScript Printer Plus Edition. PostScript support helps with accurate handling of complex PDF files, Adobe files, fonts, transparencies, and detailed technical documents.

What size media does the HP DesignJet T1600 support?

The HP DesignJet T1600 supports media up to 36 inches wide, making it a strong fit for CAD drawings, construction plans, GIS maps, and technical documents.

Is the HP DesignJet T1600 good for construction plans?

Yes. The HP DesignJet T1600 is built for technical output, including construction plans, architectural drawings, engineering documents, revision sets, bid sets, and CAD line work.

Ready to Improve Your Technical Printing Workflow?

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