HP DesignJet XL 3800

$20,571.00

  • The HP DJXL 3800 6 d’s per minute, first page out in 20 seconds!
  • Pigment ink – water resistant, highlighter approved, and construction field tested
  • 6 print heads – better print quality
  • 650’ rolls, 2 rolls, 100 page capacity top stacker
  • Large production ink, 500ml ink tanks. Swap on the fly
  • Fast paper loading
  • Bidirectional cutter
  • Compact footprint for space savings (check video for overview)
  • 15″ touchscreen interface
Description

HP DesignJet XL 3800 – Next-Gen Productivity for AEC Workflows

 

The HP DesignJet XL 3800 Printer is a fast, reliable large format printer built for architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) professionals. Designed for high-volume printing of technical documents, CAD drawings, and blueprints, it offers vibrant color, crisp line accuracy, and instant printing from sleep mode. With advanced HP thermal inkjet technology and support for A0 and A1 prints, the  HP DesignJet XL 3800 boosts productivity while reducing operating costs. It’s ideal for teams needing secure, high-speed wide format printing with consistent quality.
We Service What We Sell, NAPCO is more than a supplier — we’re your HP DesignJet service partner. We provide installation, on-site support, and maintenance for your XL 3800, ensuring long-term performance.
Learn about the HP DesignJet XL 3800 with Our Tutorials, Get the most out of your investment with our step-by-step tutorials for setup, usage, and troubleshooting. Whether you’re new to large-format printing or upgrading, we make it easy to get started.

 


 

  • Available in 36 inches
  • Up to 6 A1/D color pages/minute, first page out in 20 seconds
  • Maximum roll size: 36 inches, 650 ft, max diameter: 7 inches
  • 500-ml ink supplies
  • Memory: 128 GB (file processing)
  • Connectivity: LAN
  • Solutions: HP Command Center, HP app, HP Click, HP Smart Stream

Delivering top quality CAD drawings and renders at fast speeds, the HP DesignJet XL 3800 multifunction printer keeps your jobs moving forward and your teams productive.

 

  • Speed and color in one device Keep projects moving with the fastest color printer at 6 A1/D color pages per minute in its class, a fast first page out, and excellent color and monochrome print quality.

  • Simple and optimized Work more efficiently with easy one-click copy and scan workflows, features that reduce your environmental impact, and a more compact printer that provides additional workspace.

  • Printer, data, and network protection Defend your network and data with the world's most secure large-format printer, including HP Wolf Enterprise. Monitor the status of your printer through the centralized Command Center.

General


Technology
HP Thermal Inkjet

Applications
Line drawings; Maps; Orthophotos; Presentations; Renderings

Ink types
Pigment-based (C, M, Y, K)

Ink cartridges
4 (cyan, magenta, yellow, black)

Printheads
6 (K-M, C-Y, M-K) (2 each)

Print resolution
Up to 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi

Minimum line width
0.0008 in (0.02 mm) (HP-GL/2 addressable)

Guaranteed minimum line width
0.07 mm (ISO/IEC 13660:2001(E))

Line accuracy
±0.1%

Print speed


First page out
20 sec; Wake-up time less than 10 sec (no warm-up time)

Media


Media
rolls 2

Roll width
11 to 36-in (279 to 914-mm) width, 656-ft (200-m) length, 3-in core (default) or 2-in core (optional)

Roll diameter
7 in (180 mm)

Media thickness
Up to 19.7 mil Up to 0.5 mm

Media types
Bond and coated paper (bond, coated, heavyweight coated, super heavyweight plus matte, colored), technical paper (natural tracing, translucent bond, vellum), film (matte, polyester), photographic paper (satin, gloss, semi-gloss, matte, high-gloss), backlit, self-adhesive (twoview cling, indoor paper, polypropylene, vinyl), banner and sign materials (polypropylene, scrim banner)

Scanner


Description
Sheetfed, CIS (Contact Image Sensor)

Speed
Scan: Up to 3 in/sec (7.62 cm/sec) color, 200 dpi, up to 10 in/sec (25.4 cm/sec) grayscale, 200 dpi; Copy: Up to 6 in/sec (15.24 cm/sec) color, 200 dpi, up to 10 in/sec (25.4 cm/sec) grayscale, 200 dpi

Optical resolution
Up to 600 dpi

Scan width
36 x 315 in (914 x 8000 mm) JPEG; 24 x 590.5 in (610 x 15,000 mm) TIFF; 36 x 315 in (914 x 8000 mm) PDF

Original thickness
0.03 in (0.8 mm)

Scan format
JPEG, TIFF, PDF (for PostScript Printer)

Scan destination
USB, shared network folder, printer HDD, email

Embedded controller


Memory
128 GB (file processing)

Hard drive
Standard, 500 GB (AES-256 encrypted)

Print languages
Standard: PostScript Printer: Adobe PostScript 3, Adobe PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF, JPEG, CALS G4; Non-PostScript Printer: HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF, JPEG, CALS G4 Optional: Non-PostScript Printer: Adobe PostScript 3, Adobe PDF 1.7

Connectivity


Interfaces
Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T), supporting the following standards: TCP/IP, BootP/DHCP (IPv4 only), DHCPv6, TFTP (IPv4 only), SNMP (v1, v2c, v3), Apple Bonjour Compatible, WS Discovery, Embedded Web Server (HTTP, HTTPS), IPsec, SMTP (email), Raw IP printing (9100), LPD, IPP, WS print, NTLM v2, SMBv3, SSL/TLS, 802.1X authentication (LEAP, PEAP, EAP-TLS), DFS

Printing paths
Direct printing from USB flash drive, print from network shared folder, email printing, HP driver for Windows, HP Print Service for Android, Apple AirPrint driver for macOS and iOS, HP Print for Chrome OS, HP Click, HP Smart App for iOS and Android, HP SmartStream (optional)

Dimensions (w x d x h)
Printer 59 x 26 x 52 in (1500 x 660 x 1310 mm)
Shipping 64 x 30 x 50 in (1620 x 770 x 1260 mm)

Weight
Dual-roll: 375 lb (170 kg)
Dual-roll: 481 lb (218 kg)

 

Fast, Secure & Sustainable Large-Format Printing for Technical Professionals

The HP DesignJet XL 3800 MFP is HP’s fastest color large-format printer, built for architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) teams who demand high performance, robust security, and eco-friendly operation. It prints and scans up to 6 D-size pages per minute, handles both color and monochrome, and offers HP Wolf Security, making it ideal for jobsite and office use.

 


HP DesignJet XL 3800 Video

 


 

Customer Testimonials

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“This is the fastest HP printer we’ve ever owned. It handles CAD files like nothing and is surprisingly compact for what it delivers.”
Luis R., Architect, Newark NJ

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“We needed a color/mono combo that could handle serious volume. The XL 3800 paid for itself in 6 months.”
Megan T., Engineering Consultant, NYC

 

HP DesignJet XL 3800
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Discover the HP DesignJet XL 3800 – the fastest monochrome and color printer for technical documents. Perfect for construction and AEC professionals. Request a quote today.

Product Brand: HP

Editor's Rating:
4.7

 


 

Why Upgrade to the XL 3800?

 

If you’re using older HP DesignJet models or LED printers, the HP DesignJet XL 3800 is a game-changing upgrade for AEC, engineering, and construction workflows. Here’s why professionals are switching:

 

  • Fastest first-page-out time in its class, ideal for high-volume jobs and tight deadlines

  • Lower cost per print in both monochrome and color, helping reduce overall project costs

  • Built-in security features to safeguard sensitive CAD files and architectural documents

  • Eco-conscious design, with reduced power usage and recyclable cartridges for sustainable operations

Whether you’re printing technical drawings, construction plans, or GIS maps, the XL 3800 wide format printer delivers reliable performance with a lower total cost of ownership.
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Ready to Print Smarter?

 

 Order the HP DesignJet XL 3800 now or contact NAPCO for expert advice, pricing, and installation support.