Description
HP DesignJet T1600 36" Postscript (PS) Large Format Printer (3EK11A)
Professional 36-inch PostScript CAD & Technical Printer – Fast, Precise, Secure and Built for Complex PDF Workflows
The HP DesignJet T1600 PostScript 36-inch Printer is a high-performance professional large-format printer designed for architects, engineers, construction companies, designers, GIS professionals and technical workgroups that require fast, accurate and dependable A0 printing.
With a maximum print width of 914 mm (36"), powerful file processing and integrated Adobe PostScript 3 and Adobe PDF Print Engine, the T1600 PostScript is particularly well suited to organisations working with complex PDF, CAD, GIS and graphic files.
Delivering print speeds of up to 180 A1 prints per hour, resolution up to 2400 × 1200 optimised dpi, six HP inks and an integrated output stacker, the DesignJet T1600 PostScript combines productivity, precision and workflow efficiency in one professional 36-inch printing system.
Key Features
Professional 36-inch / A0 Large Format Printing
Produce everything from everyday technical documents to full-size A0 drawings on a single professional printer.
The HP DesignJet T1600 PostScript supports media up to 914 mm / 36 inches wide, making it ideal for:
- Architectural plans
- Construction drawings
- Engineering drawings
- CAD documents
- GIS maps
- Survey plans
- Technical diagrams
- Presentations
- Renderings
- Posters and presentation graphics
- Orthophotos
- Colour technical documents
Its combination of speed, precision and media flexibility makes the T1600 PostScript an excellent central printer for busy technical workgroups.
Built-in Adobe PostScript 3
One of the key advantages of the T1600 PostScript model is its integrated Adobe PostScript capability.
The printer supports Adobe PostScript 3 together with the Adobe PDF Print Engine, providing enhanced processing of complex PDF and graphic files.
This is particularly valuable for businesses receiving files from multiple applications, designers, architects, engineers and external customers.
PostScript capability helps provide reliable interpretation of:
- PDF files
- Vector graphics
- Fonts
- Transparency
- Complex page layouts
- CAD output
- Graphic design files
- Mixed raster and vector documents
For professional environments where accurate PDF reproduction and reliable file processing are important, the PostScript version provides a significant workflow advantage over the standard T1600.
Adobe PDF Print Engine
The integrated Adobe PDF Print Engine enables PDF files to be processed using Adobe's native PDF imaging technology.
This provides a streamlined workflow for complex PDF documents and helps maintain the intended appearance of fonts, transparency, graphics and other page elements.
For architectural, engineering and reprographic businesses that receive large quantities of customer-supplied PDFs, this can simplify workflow and reduce the need to process files through additional software before printing.
Fast Printing – Up to 180 A1 Prints Per Hour
Keep demanding projects moving with high-speed large-format output.
The HP DesignJet T1600 PostScript can produce an A1-size drawing in as little as 19.3 seconds, with maximum productivity of up to 180 A1 prints per hour.
This makes the printer particularly suitable for producing large drawing sets where turnaround time is critical.
Whether printing one detailed plan or an entire project set, the T1600 PostScript is engineered to handle demanding technical workflows efficiently.
Up to 2400 × 1200 Optimised dpi
Technical documents demand sharp lines and highly legible small text.
With print resolution of up to 2400 × 1200 optimised dpi, the DesignJet T1600 PostScript produces crisp technical drawings, detailed graphics and professional presentation output.
It provides line accuracy of ±0.1%, helping reproduce fine technical details reliably.
This makes it an excellent solution for drawings containing:
- Fine CAD lines
- Small annotations
- Detailed dimensions
- Hatching
- Colour-coded information
- Maps
- Engineering symbols
- Complex technical graphics
Six-Colour HP Ink System
The HP DesignJet T1600 PostScript uses a professional six-colour HP ink system:
- Cyan
- Magenta
- Yellow
- Gray
- Photo Black
- Matte Black
Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Gray and Photo Black use dye-based inks, while Matte Black uses pigment-based ink.
The combination provides strong black lines for technical drawings while also supporting smooth grayscale reproduction and professional colour graphics.
The additional Gray ink is particularly useful for monochrome and grayscale technical output, while separate Photo Black and Matte Black inks help optimise output across different media types.
130 ml & 300 ml Ink Cartridge Options
The HP DesignJet T1600 PostScript supports 130 ml and 300 ml ink cartridges, allowing businesses to choose cartridge capacity according to print volume.
For high-volume CAD and technical printing environments, the larger 300 ml cartridges help reduce cartridge changes and improve productivity during long print runs.
Integrated Output Stacker
Managing large drawing sets can be challenging when prints simply fall into a conventional collection basket.
The HP DesignJet T1600 PostScript features an integrated output stacker designed to collect and organise completed prints.
This makes it easier to manage multi-page technical jobs and helps keep drawings in order after printing.
For architectural practices, construction companies and engineering departments regularly printing complete plan sets, the integrated stacker can significantly improve everyday workflow.
The printer also includes a media bin and automatic horizontal cutter.
Front-Loading Roll System
Media changes are made convenient through the printer's front-loading roll system.
The T1600 PostScript accommodates roll widths from approximately 279 mm to 914 mm, with a maximum roll diameter of approximately 140 mm.
Sheet-fed media is also supported, giving users flexibility for different print applications.
The standard T1600 PostScript configuration uses a single roll.
Wide Range of Compatible Media
The DesignJet T1600 PostScript can handle much more than standard CAD bond paper.
Compatible media types include:
- Plain paper
- Universal bond paper
- Coated paper
- Heavyweight coated paper
- Super heavyweight matte paper
- Coloured paper
- Natural tracing paper
- Translucent bond
- Vellum
- Clear film
- Matte film
- Polyester film
- Satin photo paper
- Gloss photo paper
- Semi-gloss photo paper
- Matte photo paper
- High-gloss photo paper
- Backlit media
- Polypropylene
- Self-adhesive media
- Vinyl
Recommended media weights range from approximately 60 to 328 gsm, depending on the media and application.
This versatility allows one printer to handle everyday technical plans as well as higher-quality presentation graphics.
Powerful Processing for Complex Files
Large architectural drawings, GIS maps and detailed PDFs can contain enormous amounts of information.
The HP DesignJet T1600 PostScript combines 128 GB of file-processing memory with a 500 GB self-encrypting internal drive, providing the processing resources needed for demanding professional workflows.
Combined with Adobe PostScript and Adobe PDF Print Engine technology, the printer is designed to process complex files efficiently without unnecessarily tying up the user's workstation.
Professional Security Features
Architectural drawings, engineering documents, construction plans and corporate information can contain sensitive or confidential data.
The HP DesignJet T1600 PostScript incorporates enterprise-oriented security features designed to help protect the printer, network and stored information.
Security capabilities include support for technologies such as:
- Self-encrypting internal storage
- Secure network communication
- IPsec
- SSL/TLS
- 802.1X authentication
- SNMPv3
- SMBv3
- Embedded Web Server security
- HP Web Jetadmin
- HP JetAdvantage Security Manager
This makes the printer particularly suitable for larger businesses, government departments and organisations with managed IT environments.
Flexible Printing & Connectivity
The HP DesignJet T1600 PostScript is designed to integrate into modern professional workflows.
Users can submit jobs through a range of methods, including:
- Network printing
- Direct USB printing
- Network shared folders
- HP Click
- HP Smart
- HP ePrint
- Apple AirPrint
- Windows
- macOS
- iOS
- Android
- Chrome OS
Standard network connectivity includes Gigabit Ethernet.
Wi-Fi connectivity can be added using a compatible optional HP Jetdirect accessory.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | HP DesignJet T1600 PostScript 36-inch |
|---|---|
| Printer Type | Professional large-format technical printer |
| Functions | |
| Maximum Print Width | 914 mm / 36 inch |
| Maximum Standard Size | A0 |
| Print Technology | HP Thermal Inkjet |
| Maximum Print Speed | Up to 180 A1 prints/hour |
| A1 Print Speed | As fast as 19.3 seconds |
| Maximum Print Resolution | Up to 2400 × 1200 optimised dpi |
| Line Accuracy | ±0.1% |
| Number of Inks | 6 |
| Ink Colours | Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Gray, Photo Black, Matte Black |
| Ink Technology | Dye-based C/M/Y/G/Photo Black; pigment-based Matte Black |
| Ink Cartridge Capacity | 130 ml / 300 ml |
| Printhead | 1 universal printhead |
| File-Processing Memory | 128 GB |
| Internal Storage | 500 GB self-encrypting drive |
| Adobe PostScript | Adobe PostScript 3 |
| PDF Processing | Adobe PDF Print Engine |
| Additional Print Languages | HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF, JPEG, CALS G4 |
| Roll Configuration | Single roll |
| Maximum Roll Width | 914 mm |
| Minimum Roll Width | Approx. 279 mm |
| Maximum Roll Diameter | Approx. 140 mm |
| Maximum Roll Weight | Approx. 11.9 kg |
| Recommended Media Weight | Approx. 60–328 gsm |
| Maximum Media Thickness | Approx. 0.5 mm |
| Media Handling | Sheet feed, roll feed, integrated output stacker, media bin, automatic horizontal cutter |
| Connectivity | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Optional Wireless | Compatible HP Jetdirect Wi-Fi accessory |
| Printer Dimensions (W × D × H) | Approx. 1390 × 760 × 1080 mm |
| Printer Weight | Approx. 82 kg |
