HP Designjet T1600 PostScript Printer

HP DesignJet T1600 36″ PostScript Printer for CAD & AEC Professionals

The HP DesignJet T1600 is a professional 36-inch large-format printer designed for architecture, engineering, construction, CAD, and GIS environments that require accurate technical output, fast print production, and secure document workflows.

With built-in Adobe PostScript support, precise line reproduction, dual-roll media handling, and speeds of up to 180 D-size prints per hour, the HP DesignJet T1600 PostScript Printer was built to handle complex PDF files, technical drawings, maps, renderings, construction documents, and other large-format applications.

For organizations currently evaluating a new T1600, HP has introduced a newer generation of the platform. Explore the HP DesignJet T1600 Plus Edition for the latest T1600 configurations available from NAPCO.

Key Features of the HP DesignJet T1600

The HP DesignJet T1600 combines large-format technical printing performance with workflow, media-handling, and security capabilities designed for busy professional environments.

• 36-inch wide-format printing for CAD drawings, construction documents, maps, plans, and technical graphics.
• Up to 180 D-size prints per hour for fast technical document production.
• Up to 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi print resolution.
• Adobe PostScript 3 and Adobe PDF support on PostScript configurations for complex PDF and graphics workflows.
• Precise line accuracy for detailed CAD and GIS output.
• Dual-roll media handling for efficient switching between different media types or roll sizes.
• Integrated output stacker to help organize completed technical prints.
• Security and encrypted communication features designed for professional network environments.
• HP Click and mobile printing capabilities for streamlined job submission and management.

Who Is the HP DesignJet T1600 Designed For?

The HP DesignJet T1600 plotter was developed primarily for technical professionals who need reliable large-format output throughout the workday. Its combination of speed, line accuracy, PostScript processing, media handling, and security makes it particularly well suited for AEC and technical production environments.

Architecture & Engineering Firms

Architecture and engineering teams can use the T1600 for construction drawings, architectural plans, engineering documents, presentation graphics, and other detailed technical output where accurate lines and consistent print quality are important.

Construction & AEC Workflows

Construction professionals can produce plan sets, bid documents, field drawings, markups, and project documentation directly from CAD and PDF workflows. For companies comparing current HP technical printer options, NAPCO’s HP Large Format Printers category includes the latest DesignJet and PageWide XL models.

GIS & Mapping Applications

GIS professionals can use the T1600 for maps, geographic data, infrastructure plans, utility drawings, and other detailed large-format documents that combine precise line work with color information.

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HP DesignJet T1600 Technical Specifications

Printing

Print speed: Up to 180 D-size prints per hour / approximately 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 (0.02 mm), PDF addressable at 1200 dpi
Ink types: Dye-based C, M, Y, photo black, and gray; pigment-based matte black
Ink cartridges: 6
Printheads: 1 universal printhead

Media Handling

Media handling: Sheet feed, front-loading roll feed, roll switching, integrated output stacker, media bin, and automatic horizontal cutter
Roll width: 11 to 36 inches (279 to 914 mm)
Sheet size: 210 x 279 mm to 914 x 1219 mm
Media weight: 60 to 328 g/m²
Memory: 128 GB file-processing memory
Storage: 500 GB self-encrypting hard disk

Connectivity & Print Languages

Network interface: Gigabit Ethernet
PostScript print languages: Adobe PostScript 3, Adobe PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF, JPEG, and CALS G4
Non-PostScript languages: HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF, JPEG, and CALS G4
Mobile printing: Mobile app printing, HP Smart, and compatible mobile workflows
Drivers: Raster, PostScript and PDF drivers for supported Windows environments; AirPrint support for macOS

HP DesignJet T1600 vs. T1600 Plus Edition

The original HP DesignJet T1600 established itself as a high-performance 36-inch technical printer for CAD, GIS, architecture, engineering, and construction applications. HP has since introduced the T1600 Plus Edition as the newer generation of the T1600 platform.

For organizations that already own a T1600, the original model can remain a productive part of an existing large-format workflow when it continues to meet print-volume, security, media-handling, and application requirements. Companies purchasing new equipment, however, should also evaluate the latest HP DesignJet T1600 Plus Edition configurations before making a decision.

The newer Plus Edition continues the T1600 platform for professional technical printing while providing current-generation options for organizations replacing older DesignJet equipment or expanding their large-format printing capabilities.

Should You Upgrade from an HP DesignJet T1600?

Whether an existing T1600 should be replaced depends on print volume, equipment condition, workflow requirements, security standards, service considerations, and the applications your organization now needs to support.

Organizations may want to evaluate a newer model when the existing printer requires increasing maintenance, no longer supports current workflow requirements, needs additional functionality, or becomes less efficient compared with newer large-format technology.

If you’re comparing current HP DesignJet options, NAPCO’s HP DesignJet T1600 vs. T2600 Plus Edition guide explains the differences between the latest single-function T1600 platform and the multifunction T2600 family.

HP DesignJet T1600 Frequently Asked Questions:

What size does the HP DesignJet T1600 print?

The HP DesignJet T1600 is a 36-inch large-format printer capable of handling rolls up to 36 inches wide, making it suitable for architectural drawings, engineering plans, CAD documents, maps, construction plans, and other technical applications.

How fast is the HP DesignJet T1600?

The T1600 can produce up to approximately 180 D-size prints per hour, or about 19.3 seconds per D-size print, depending on print settings, file complexity, media, and workflow conditions.

Does the HP DesignJet T1600 support PostScript?

PostScript configurations of the HP DesignJet T1600 support Adobe PostScript 3 and Adobe PDF workflows, making them well suited for complex PDF documents, graphics, technical drawings, and professional design applications.

Is the HP DesignJet T1600 good for CAD printing?

Yes. The T1600 was specifically designed for professional technical-printing environments and offers the line accuracy, 36-inch media support, processing capabilities, and print speed required for many CAD, architecture, engineering, GIS, and construction workflows.

What is the difference between the HP DesignJet T1600 and T1600 Plus Edition?

The original T1600 belongs to the earlier generation of HP’s 36-inch professional technical-printer platform. The T1600 Plus Edition is the newer generation currently available for organizations purchasing or upgrading their HP DesignJet equipment. Visit the HP DesignJet T1600 Plus Edition product page for current model information.

Is the HP DesignJet T1600 still a good printer?

For organizations that already own one, a properly maintained T1600 can continue to support demanding CAD and technical-printing workflows. Whether it makes sense to keep or replace the printer depends on its condition, service requirements, print volume, workflow needs, and the benefits available from newer DesignJet technology.

Explore HP Large Format Printer Options

NAPCO provides HP large-format printing solutions for architecture, engineering, construction, GIS, design, and technical-production environments. Explore our complete selection of HP Large Format Printers, including current HP DesignJet and HP PageWide XL systems.

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HP Designjet T1600

HP DesignJet T1600 36" PostScript printer for CAD, GIS and AEC workflows. Explore features, specifications, applications and upgrade options from NAPCO.

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