HP DesignJet XL 3800
$20,571.00
The HP DesignJet XL 3800 wide format printer delivers high-speed production at up to 6 D-size prints per minute with a 20-second first page out, featuring water-resistant pigment inks, dual 650-foot roll capacity, large 500ml hot-swap ink tanks, advanced 6-printhead image quality, bidirectional cutting, fast media loading, a compact space-saving design, and an intuitive 15-inch touchscreen for efficient construction and technical document workflows.
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- 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 MFP for High-Volume AEC Printing
The HP DesignJet XL 3800 is a high-performance 36-inch multifunction large-format printer designed for architecture, engineering, construction, CAD, GIS, and other technical-production environments that require fast print output, integrated scanning, precise line quality, and secure document workflows.
Built for teams producing large volumes of technical drawings, blueprints, maps, construction documents, and project plans, the HP DesignJet XL 3800 MFP combines color and monochrome printing with integrated scanning in a compact system designed to support demanding AEC workflows.
Organizations evaluating professional HP technical printers can also explore NAPCO’s complete selection of HP Large Format Printers, including HP DesignJet and HP PageWide XL systems for different print-volume and workflow requirements.
We Service What We Sell. NAPCO provides installation, on-site support, maintenance, and technical assistance for professional large-format equipment. Learn more about our large-format printer service and repair capabilities.
HP DesignJet XL 3800 Video Overview
Video overview of the HP DesignJet XL 3800 multifunction large-format printer for technical document production and AEC workflows.
HP DesignJet XL 3800 Specifications & Features
Use the tabs below to review key specifications, print and scan capabilities, media handling, workflow features, and other technical details for the HP DesignJet XL 3800.
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Key Specifications
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Product Overview
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Specifications
- 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.
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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.
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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.
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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)
Key Benefits of the HP DesignJet XL 3800
The HP DesignJet XL 3800 is positioned between conventional technical plotters and higher-volume production systems. It is designed for organizations that need substantially more productivity than a standard office DesignJet while retaining the print quality, integrated scanning, security, and workflow capabilities required for professional technical documents.
Fast Technical Document Production
The XL 3800 is built for environments where teams regularly produce large sets of CAD drawings, engineering documents, construction plans, maps, and other technical files. Fast first-page output and high-throughput printing can help reduce delays when project teams need drawings quickly.
Integrated Print, Scan & Copy Workflow
Unlike a single-function plotter, the HP DesignJet XL 3800 MFP combines printing and large-format scanning in one system. This allows AEC teams to digitize marked-up drawings, archive technical documents, reproduce plans, and move between paper and digital workflows without relying on separate large-format devices.
Color and Monochrome Technical Output
The XL 3800 supports both monochrome and color technical printing, allowing firms to produce traditional plan sets as well as color-coded drawings, maps, presentations, renderings, and other project documents from the same system.
Professional Security Features
For firms working with confidential drawings and project information, the XL 3800 incorporates security capabilities designed for professional network environments. HP also provides additional information about HP endpoint and printer security technologies.
Who Is the HP DesignJet XL 3800 Designed For?
The HP DesignJet XL 3800 is designed for organizations that have outgrown lower-volume technical printers but do not necessarily require the production capacity of a larger PageWide XL system.
Architecture & Engineering Firms
Architecture and engineering teams can use the XL 3800 for CAD drawings, architectural plans, engineering documents, bid sets, markups, presentation graphics, maps, and other project documentation that requires accurate technical output.
Construction Companies
Construction teams that regularly produce plan sets, field drawings, project revisions, coordination documents, and construction records can benefit from the XL 3800’s combination of print speed, scanning, and centralized technical-document production.
GIS & Mapping Departments
GIS professionals can use the XL 3800 to produce detailed maps, infrastructure drawings, utility documentation, geographic information, and other large-format files that combine precise line work with color data.
Reprographic & Technical Print Environments
Organizations producing large volumes of technical documents internally can use the XL 3800 as a centralized print-and-scan system, reducing dependence on multiple smaller devices while improving document workflow and output consistency.
HP DesignJet XL 3800 vs. HP DesignJet XL 3600
The HP DesignJet XL 3600 and XL 3800 both address professional technical-document workflows, but they are designed for different productivity requirements. The appropriate choice depends on print volume, scanning needs, workflow expectations, equipment age, and the level of production performance required by the organization.
Companies already operating an HP DesignJet XL 3600 MFP may want to evaluate the XL 3800 when increasing print volumes, replacing aging equipment, updating workflow capabilities, or consolidating print-and-scan operations.
NAPCO can help evaluate both systems based on actual monthly volume, application requirements, service considerations, and existing large-format equipment.
HP DesignJet XL 3800 vs. HP PageWide XL
The XL 3800 is designed for fast, professional technical printing and scanning, while HP PageWide XL systems are generally intended for organizations requiring even higher production volumes and broader production-printing capabilities.
For firms deciding between these technologies, our HP DesignJet vs. HP PageWide XL guide explains the differences in workflow, applications, productivity, and the types of organizations each platform is designed to support.
Why Upgrade to the HP DesignJet XL 3800?
Organizations using older HP DesignJet models, legacy LED systems, or multiple separate print-and-scan devices may consider the XL 3800 when existing equipment no longer meets current production, workflow, security, or service requirements.
- Higher technical-document productivity for organizations producing large CAD and AEC print volumes.
- Integrated print and scanning to consolidate large-format document workflows.
- Color and monochrome output from one professional technical-printing platform.
- Modern network and security capabilities for connected office environments.
- Compact multifunction workflow compared with operating separate large-format print and scanning equipment.
The right upgrade decision should consider print volume, equipment condition, workflow requirements, service costs, scanning needs, and how the printer fits into the organization’s broader digital-document environment.
Buy, Lease or Rent an HP DesignJet XL 3800
NAPCO offers flexible acquisition options for organizations evaluating the HP DesignJet XL 3800, including equipment purchase, leasing, and rental options where available. The best approach depends on budget, expected equipment life, print volume, project requirements, and whether the organization prefers ownership or a more flexible equipment strategy.
For organizations in New Jersey and the surrounding Tri-State area, explore our wide-format and CAD printer solutions in New Jersey for local equipment guidance, installation, service, leasing, and support.
HP DesignJet XL 3800 Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the HP DesignJet XL 3800?
The HP DesignJet XL 3800 is a 36-inch multifunction large-format printer designed for high-volume CAD, technical-document, architecture, engineering, construction, GIS, and professional print workflows. It combines large-format printing with integrated scanning capabilities.
Is the HP DesignJet XL 3800 an MFP?
Yes. The HP DesignJet XL 3800 MFP combines professional large-format printing and scanning in one system, making it suitable for teams that regularly move between printed technical documents and digital files.
What size does the HP DesignJet XL 3800 print?
The XL 3800 is a 36-inch large-format system designed for technical drawings, CAD documents, maps, blueprints, construction plans, and other professional wide-format applications.
Who should consider the HP DesignJet XL 3800?
The XL 3800 is particularly well suited for architecture, engineering, construction, GIS, technical-production, and reprographic environments where conventional office plotters may no longer provide sufficient productivity or integrated scanning capabilities.
What is the difference between the XL 3800 and HP PageWide XL?
The XL 3800 focuses on high-performance technical printing and scanning in a compact multifunction system, while HP PageWide XL products generally address higher production volumes and broader production-printing requirements. The better choice depends on monthly print volume, applications, workflow, and required productivity.
Can I lease or rent an HP DesignJet XL 3800?
NAPCO offers purchase, lease, and rental options for select professional large-format equipment. Availability and terms depend on the equipment configuration and customer requirements. Contact NAPCO for current pricing and acquisition options.
Explore HP Large Format Printing Solutions
The HP DesignJet XL 3800 is one option within HP’s broader professional technical-printing portfolio. Organizations comparing different levels of productivity can explore NAPCO’s HP Large Format Printers for current DesignJet and PageWide XL solutions.
NAPCO can help evaluate printer requirements based on monthly volume, CAD and technical-document workflows, scanning requirements, existing equipment, service needs, budget, and future production goals.
Contact NAPCO for current HP DesignJet XL 3800 pricing, purchase, lease or rental options, installation, and professional large-format printer support.
HP DesignJet XL 3800
Discover the HP DesignJet XL 3800 MFP, a high-speed wide format CAD printer built for architects, engineers, and construction teams. Print, scan, and copy with ease.
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