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HP DesignJet 130
color graphics & photo printer
- Model130
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Analyst take
- The 24-inch format supports output up to A1, making it practical for smaller drawing and presentation workflows.
- Its stated +/- 0.2% line accuracy and 0.00157-inch minimum line width are relevant to detailed CAD drawings.
- The listed normal-quality A4/US Letter speed of 1.7 ppm calls for modest expectations around sustained set production.
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Overview
Built for the work
HP Designjet 130, 2400 x 1200 DPI, PCL 3, Black, Cyan, Light Cyan, Light magenta, Magenta, Yellow, 100 sheets, A1 (594 x 841 mm), Plain paper, Transparencies
Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The 24-inch format supports output up to A1, making it practical for smaller drawing and presentation workflows.
- Its stated +/- 0.2% line accuracy and 0.00157-inch minimum line width are relevant to detailed CAD drawings.
- The listed normal-quality A4/US Letter speed of 1.7 ppm calls for modest expectations around sustained set production.
- One input tray and a maximum input capacity of 100 sheets limit unattended mixed-job handling.
- The six-color ink system broadens presentation potential, but no measured gamut data is available for this model.
- JetDirect compatibility may help network deployment, but the listed lack of a USB port and parallel-port presence warrant an IT review.
The HP Designjet 130 is for the moment when a drawing set needs to be readable at arm’s length, while a client board or finish schedule still needs color that does not turn muddy on coated stock. Its 24-inch format and A1 maximum print size make it a compact fit for architects, engineers, survey teams, and construction offices working primarily with smaller plan sheets, marked-up PDFs, diagrams, and presentation output.
For AEC linework, the important figures are its stated ±0.2% line accuracy and 0.00157-inch minimum line width. Those specifications deserve practical context: they support fine CAD detail, but this is not a high-throughput plan-room platform. The listed normal-quality A4/US Letter speed is 1.7 ppm, so queued issue sets and frequent mixed-media work will need realistic operator expectations.
33 inPrint widthMaximum print size: A1 (23" x 33" (594 x 841 mm))
+/- 0.2%Line accuracy
0.00157" (0.0400 mm)Minimum line width
2400 x 1200 DPIMaximum resolution
Where it fits in an AEC workflow
This machine is most convincing where output is varied rather than relentless: a small design studio producing occasional A1 drawings, an engineering team issuing color-coded coordination sheets, or a construction office preparing site graphics and review sets. It supports plain paper, transparencies, coated paper, glossy paper, photo paper, and proofing paper, with recommended media from 65 to 210 g/m². That range gives a team room to move from everyday documents to presentation media without treating every job as a specialty exercise.
The six-color configuration—Black, Cyan, Light Cyan, Light magenta, Magenta, and Yellow—matters most when drawings include renderings, maps, image panels, or visual schedules. We do not have measured ICC gamut data for this model, so it would be unwise to turn its 2400 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution into a color-fidelity promise. Resolution can preserve detail; it does not, on its own, tell us how a deep red or a cyan edge will render on a particular paper.
Media, connectivity, and daily constraints
The single input tray holds up to 100 sheets, and the machine has one total input tray. Its listed maximum roll length is 598.4 inches, while the stated maximum media length is 64 inches; confirm the intended media path and configuration with the supplier before planning a roll-based workflow around either figure. An optional HP DesignJet T918 36-in is the catalogued wider, scanner/MFP alternative, although it is marked discontinued.
For IT, the older connectivity profile is worth checking early. The product data lists PCL 3, one parallel port, JetDirect compatibility, and no USB port. Compatible accessories include HP Jetdirect 620n Fast Ethernet and HP Jetdirect 630n IPv6 Gigabit print servers, but network integration, driver support, authentication expectations, and operating-system compatibility should be validated in the actual environment—not assumed from the printer’s age or its accessory list.
Consumables and the step-up question
Resolved supplies include HP 84 inks and HP 85 inks, with matching HP 84 and HP 85 printheads. The supported-media list also includes HP Advanced Glossy A3+ White Gloss, HP Advanced Satin-matt A3+ White Satin-matte, and HP Premium Gloss 610 mm x 15.2 m (24 in x 50 ft). For teams dependent on a particular bond, coated stock, or presentation substrate, test actual CAD PDFs and color-critical pages before standardizing a workflow.
The case for moving beyond this format strengthens when 36-inch sheets, scan/copy capability, or a more centralized print-room role is fundamental rather than occasional. Compare the available specifications directly in our HP Designjet 130 and HP DesignJet T918 36-in comparison. For broader context, review the wide-format class ranking and our evaluation methodology.
Related reading
HP DesignJet T918 36-inThe catalogued 36-inch scanner/MFP alternative, marked discontinued.Compare the two HP modelsReview the available catalog specifications side by side.Wide-format class rankingSee this machine’s position within its product class.How we evaluate wide-format printersRead the criteria behind our assessments.
The read
The HP Designjet 130 suits modest-volume AEC teams that value a compact 24-inch color device for A1 drawings, technical graphics, and occasional presentation media. Its fine-line and stated accuracy figures are relevant to CAD work; its single-tray design, listed office-document speed, and legacy-style connectivity make it less appropriate as the sole engine for busy bid-set production or scan-heavy document control. Buy the fit, not the headline resolution: this is an office-side wide-format printer, not a substitute for a production reprographics workflow.
Spec analysis
How the specs grade
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The specs that decide it
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
|---|---|
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Light Cyan, Light magenta, Magenta, Yellow |
| Number of print cartridges | 6 |
| Page description languages | PCL 3 |
| Internal memory | 64 MB |
| Maximum print size | A1 (594 x 841 mm) |
Specifications
Full technical detail
Max resolution2400 x 1200 DPI
ColorColor
Use caseCAD / Technical
Printing
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Light Cyan, Light magenta, Magenta, Yellow |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Print head nozzles | 304 |
| Number of print cartridges | 6 |
| Page description languages | PCL 3 |
Performance
| Internal memory | 64 MB |
|---|---|
| Processor frequency | 16 MHz |
Paper handling
| Maximum print size | A1 (594 x 841 mm) |
|---|---|
| Maximum paper trays | 1 |
| Maximum roll length | 598.4" (15.2 m) |
| Paper tray media types | Plain paper, Transparencies |
| Recommended media weight | 65 – 210 g/m² |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0…A9) | A1, A2, A3, A4 |
| ISO B-series sizes (B0…B9) | B2, B3, B4 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB port | No |
|---|---|
| Parallel ports quantity | 1 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 48.5 lbs (22 kg) |
|---|---|
| Size (imperial) | 24" |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 41.3 x 16.3 x 8.66" (1050 x 415 x 220 mm) |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) | 47.2 x 43.3 x 82.6" (1200 x 1100 x 2098 mm) |
| Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) | 41.3 x 35.4 x 8.66" (1050 x 900 x 220 mm) |
| Product dimensions when open (LxWxD) | 41.3" |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial) | 47.2 x 43.3 x 82.6" |
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 41 – 104 °F |
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Other features
| Photo paper | Yes |
|---|---|
| Coated paper | Yes |
| Glossy paper | Yes |
| Line accuracy | +/- 0.2% |
| Proofing paper | Yes |
| Minimum line width | 0.00157" (0.0400 mm) |
| Acoustic pressure emissions | 50 dB |
| JetDirect Compatible Products | Y |
| Maximum media length (imperial) | 64" |
| Print quality (color, best quality) | 2400 DPI |
| Print quality (black, draft quality) | 600 DPI |
| Print resolution (color, normal quality) | 600 x 1200 DPI |
| Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 1.7 ppm |
Logistics data
| Pallet weight | 485 lbs (220 kg) |
|---|---|
| Quantity per pallet | 8 pc(s) |
Packaging data
| Package weight | 74.5 lbs (33.8 kg) |
|---|---|
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 46.9 x 21.5 x 19.4" (1192 x 545 x 493 mm) |
| Package dimensions (W x D x H) | 46.9 x 21.5 x 19.5" |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
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Input & output capacity
| Maximum input capacity | 100 sheets |
|---|---|
| Total number of input trays | 1 |
Everything that fits the HP DesignJet 130
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
16 ink cartridges · 8 printheads · 62 paper & media items · 6 accessories
HP DesignJet 130 ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the HP DesignJet 130 — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 16
HP 110/120/130 Auto Roll Feed
HP Premium Plus Gloss 610 mm x 15.2 m (24 in x 50 ft) White
HP 85 28-ml Cyan Ink Cartridge
HP 85 69-ml Light Cyan Ink Cartridge
HP 84 ink cartridge 3 pc(s) Original Photo black
HP 85 ink cartridge 3 pc(s) Original Cyan
HP 85 ink cartridge 3 pc(s) Original Light Cyan
HP 85 ink cartridge 3 pc(s) Original Light magenta
HP 85 ink cartridge 3 pc(s) Original Yellow
HP 85 ink cartridge 3 pc(s) Original Magenta
HP Everyday Designed Mastercarton White Gloss
HP 1xx/5xx 24-in Stand and Bin Q1246B Black Printer Multimedia cart
HP Premium Gloss 610 mm x 15.2 m (24 in x 50 ft)
HP 85 69-ml Yellow Ink Cartridge print head Thermal inkjet
HP 85 28-ml Magenta Ink Cartridge
HP 85 69-ml Light Magenta Ink CartridgePrintheads 8
Paper & Media 62
Representative image15 Mil Water-Resistant Econo Scrim VinylRepresentative image11 Mil Water-Resistant Synthetic BannerRepresentative image180gsm Solvent Satin PE PaperRepresentative image15 Mil Polycarbonate LaminateRepresentative image15 Mil Textured Co-polymer LaminateRepresentative image3 Mil Fusion Finesse Polypropylene LaminateRepresentative image230gsm Special Matte Photo PaperRepresentative image200gsm Special Matte Photo PaperRepresentative image10 Mil Water-resistant Blockout Display FilmRepresentative image10 Mil White Opaque BackerRepresentative image4mil Inkjet Clear Film w/ Side Stripe (34849)Representative image4mil DM Inkjet Film Economy (130444)
HP Premium Papier A4 printing paper
HP C6951A photo paper
HP Q1420A photo paper Brown, White
HP C6821A printing paper A3 (297×420 mm) Gloss 50 sheets White
HP Semi-gloss Proofing Paper-50 sht/A3+/330 x 483 mm (13 x 19 in)
HP C6035A large format media 45.7 m
HP C6818A printing paper A4 (210×297 mm) Gloss 50 sheets White
HP C6832A photo paper
HP Q1786A photo paper White
HP Q1961A large format media
HP Q1962A large format media
HP Q1967A printing paper A3+ (330×483 mm) Matte 100 sheets White
HP Q1968A large format media 30.5 m Matte
HP Premium Inkjet 50 sht/A4/210 x 297 mm 50 sheets
HP Q2519A photo paper
HP Premium Plus High-gloss A3 White
HP Q5486A photo paper Black, Blue, White
HP Q5487A photo paper Black, Blue, White
HP Q5489A photo paper
HP Q5491A photo paper
HP Q6544A printing paper Matte Black, Blue, White
HP Q1442A large format media 45.7 m
HP Q1445A printing paper Matte
HP Q7897A large format media 45.7 m
HP Matte Proofing 458 mm x 30.5 m (18 in x 100 ft) printing paper
HP Q7971A printing paper Semi-gloss 1 sheets White
HP Q7970A printing paper A3+ (330×483 mm) Semi-gloss 50 sheets White
HP Advanced Paper 80 g/m²-A4/210 x 297 mm/500 sht printing paper
HP Glossy Photo Paper-20 sht/A3/297 x 420 mm
HP Q8049A large format media 30.5 m
HP Advanced Satin-matt A3+ White Satin-matte
HP Advanced Glossy A3+ White Gloss
HP Q8664A printing paper High-gloss 1 sheets White
HP Q8662A printing paper A3+ (330×483 mm) High-gloss 50 sheets White
HP Q8663A large format media 30.5 m High-gloss
HP Premium Plus High-gloss Photo Paper-20 sht/A4/210 x 297 mm
HP Premium Plus High-gloss Photo Paper-20 sht/A4/210 x 297 mm
HP Premium Plus High-gloss Photo Paper-20 sht/A4/210 x 297 mm
HP Premium Plus High-gloss Photo Paper-20 sht/A4/210 x 297 mm
HP Everyday Semi-gloss Photo Paper-100 sht/A4/210 x 297 mm
HP Q1446A plotter paper 45 m 42 cm
HP Everyday Semi-gloss Photo Paper-100 sht/A4/210 x 297 mm
HP Cockle-free Heavyweight Coated Paper-610 mm x 30.5 m (24 in x 100 ft)
HP Cockle-free Coated Paper-610 mm x 45.7 m (24 in x 150 ft)
HP CG889A large format media 45.7 m
HP Premium Gloss 25 sht/A3+/330 x 483 mm (13 x 19 in) White
HP Premium Gloss 20 sht/A2+/458 x 610 mm (18 x 24 in)
HP Premium Satin 610 mm x 15.2 m (24 in x 50 ft) White
HP Premium Satin 25 sht/A3+/330 x 483 mm (13 x 19 in) White
HP Premium Satin 20 sht/A2+/458 x 610 mm (18 x 24 in) White
Questions
Straight answers
Can the HP Designjet 130 print A1 architectural and engineering drawings?
Yes. Its listed maximum print size is A1 (23″ x 33″ (594 x 841 mm)), and its print width is 24 inches.
Is this a suitable printer for detailed CAD linework?
Its stated line accuracy is +/- 0.2%, and the listed minimum line width is 0.00157 inches (0.0400 mm). Those figures are relevant to fine technical drawing output, though actual results should be checked with your files and media.
Is the HP Designjet 130 appropriate for a busy construction-document room?
It may be less appropriate for sustained issue-set production. The data lists one input tray, up to 100 sheets of input capacity, and a normal-quality A4/US Letter speed of 1.7 ppm.
Can it handle presentation media as well as ordinary paper?
Yes. Listed supported media includes coated paper, glossy paper, photo paper, proofing paper, plain paper, and transparencies, with recommended media weights from 65 to 210 g/m².
What should IT check before connecting this printer?
Confirm the required network and driver environment. The product data lists PCL 3, JetDirect compatibility, one parallel port, and no USB port; compatible Jetdirect print-server accessories are listed.
What is the wider scanner/MFP alternative in the available catalog?
The HP DesignJet T918 36-in is listed as a 36-inch scanner/MFP alternative, but the catalog identifies it as discontinued. Confirm support, supplies, and service arrangements before treating it as a replacement path.
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