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HP DesignJet Studio Steel
24" technical / CAD plotter
- ModelStudio Steel
- Prints24" wide
- Score44/100
Authorized HP dealerGenuine hardware & ink
1-year warranty includedExtension plans available
Free shippingContinental U.S.
Plotter specialistsAEC experts, not just sellers
Analyst take
- The Studio Steel is a print-only 24-inch thermal-inkjet device, so it cannot replace a wide-format scanner or copier.
- It supports Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and USB connections, with HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, JPEG, CALS G4, and URF page-description languages.
- The automatic sheet feeder handles sheets up to 13" x 19", while manual feed reaches 24" x 75".
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- Wide-format reach Prints up to 24" wide on rolls and sheets.
- Fine detail 2400 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution for crisp line work.
- Ink platform Dye-based (C, M, Y); pigment-based (K).
- Connectivity Wi-Fi + Ethernet for shared team printing.
- Verified specs 8 specs checked against the manufacturer datasheet.
- Analyst score Scores 44/100 in our class-relative rating.
Overview
Built for the work
HP Designjet Studio Steel 24-in Printer, Thermal inkjet, 2400 x 1200 DPI, HP-GL/2, JPEG, HP-RTL, CALS G4, URF, Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, 2400 x 1200 DPI, 610 x 1897 mm
- 24″Max print width
- 4Ink channels
- 2,400 dpiMax resolution
- 12 moIncluded warranty
Spec Analysis
overall
overall
Where it performs best
Connections
100
Size / Fit
96
Print Quality
66
Class best is 60. How we grade →
Features
What sets it apart
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Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The Studio Steel is a print-only 24-inch thermal-inkjet device, so it cannot replace a wide-format scanner or copier.
- It supports Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and USB connections, with HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, JPEG, CALS G4, and URF page-description languages.
- The automatic sheet feeder handles sheets up to 13" x 19", while manual feed reaches 24" x 75".
- HP 712 inks and the HP 713 printhead are the compatible consumable families.
- The catalog-listed HP DesignJet T918 36-in is a discontinued wider scanner/MFP alternative, not a direct like-for-like replacement.
- A 24-inch color CAD workflow is the natural fit; frequent scan-copy work is not.
It is 4:45 p.m., the permit set needs one more color plan, and nobody wants to wrestle a floor-standing reprographics machine for a single 24-inch sheet. The HP DesignJet Studio Steel 24-in Printer is built for that smaller-office moment: CAD sheets, PDF markups, GIS maps, presentation layouts, and the occasional full-color coordination drawing.
This is a 24-inch thermal-inkjet printer with wired Ethernet, Wi-Fi, USB, and HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, JPEG, CALS G4, and URF support. It belongs near a design team that needs wide-format output without adding scanning, copying, or a large print-room footprint. Bottom line: it is a plotter for getting drawings out, not a document-production department.
24" x 75"Maximum print sizeUseful for standard 24-inch drawing output and longer manual-fed sheets.
2400 x 1200 DPIMaximum resolutionGives CAD linework and color graphics a high-resolution output setting.
35 WTypical power consumptionA sensible consideration for office placement and energy planning.
74.1 lbsPrinter weightLighter than many departmental wide-format systems, but still plan the location before delivery day.
Where it fits in an AEC office
The Studio Steel fits architects producing 11-by-17-inch review sheets alongside 24-inch plans, engineers printing check sets, surveyors issuing maps, and construction teams needing current color PDFs on ordinary paper. Its automatic sheet feeder handles sheets from 210 x 279 to 13″ x 19″, while manual feed supports media up to 24″ x 75″. The maximum roll width is 24 inches.
The four-color system uses black, cyan, magenta, and yellow inks. For everyday line drawings, color-coded MEP overlays, and presentation-oriented plan sheets, that is a practical setup. The stated 2400 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution is relevant when fine linework and small annotation need careful output, although resolution alone does not settle how a particular PDF, driver setting, paper, and drawing standard will look on the tray.
It supports coated, plain, semi-glossy, glossy, bond, photo, matte, heavy, and satin papers up to 0.012 inches thick. That gives a small team room to move between working drawings and a more polished client sheet without buying a second device. Bottom line: the media range suits varied office output, provided 24-inch width is enough.
The limits matter before the deadline does
There is no scanner and no copier. That is the first failure mode to identify. If the workflow includes marked-up paper plans, legacy drawing capture, or walk-up copying, this printer will not replace a wide-format MFP. It also has no built-in display, so job submission and setup depend on the connected computer, network, and supplied software.
HP includes the HP Click App, HP Click Driver for Windows 11, HP Smart app, HP Print Preview for Windows, HP Easy Start, HP DesignJet Utility for Windows, and HP Support Assistant. Ethernet LAN runs at 1000 Mbit/s, and Wi-Fi plus a USB 2.0 port provide practical connection choices for a small office. HP dynamic security is supported; IT teams should account for that when setting consumables policy.
The supplied stand, roll cover, spindle, automatic sheet feeder, printhead, and introductory cartridges are in the box. Ongoing supplies are HP 712 inks and the HP 713 printhead. Bottom line: it is straightforward to place and connect, but it does not cover scan-and-copy work by itself.
Family context and practical alternatives
Within the catalog options provided, the HP DesignJet T918 36-in is the larger 36-inch scanner/MFP alternative, and it is listed as discontinued. Its scanner and MFP role make it materially different from this print-only 24-inch device. The trade-off is obvious: the Studio Steel is for teams that need compact output, while scan-copy workflows and wider sheets call for another class of machine.
For a same-width cross-brand comparison, the Canon GP-2000 24-in is listed with a 24-inch width, thermal inkjet technology, and 2400 x 1200 DPI resolution. That makes it a reasonable comparison point on paper, but the decision should turn on media workflow, software fit, service coverage, and the work your team actually sends at 4:45 p.m.—not a lonely resolution figure. Use the side-by-side comparison to keep the conversation factual.
Bottom line: compare the whole workflow, especially scanning needs, local service, and who is loading paper when the deadline is already rude.
Useful next checks
HP DesignJet T918 36-inA catalog-listed discontinued 36-inch scanner/MFP option for teams assessing wider output and scan-copy needs.Canon GP-2000 24-inA 24-inch thermal-inkjet comparison option from the catalog.Compare 24-inch optionsReview the Studio Steel alongside the Canon GP-2000 24-in.Technical-printer class rankingSee where this machine sits within its product class.
The read
The HP DesignJet Studio Steel 24-in Printer makes sense for a small AEC team that needs 24-inch color plans, maps, and presentation sheets from a connected office printer. Its Ethernet, Wi-Fi, USB, automatic sheet feeder, roll capability, and broad media support cover the basics well. It becomes less appropriate the minute scanning, copying, wider-than-24-inch sheets, or centralized production becomes routine. Bottom line: a good fit for office-side plotting; the wrong tool for a reprographics counter.
Spec analysis
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Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Maximum print width | 24" (61 cm) |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | Up to 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi |
| Print speed (HP rated) | 26 sec/page on D, 81 D prints per hourmanufacturer-verified |
| Ink platform | Dye-based (C, M, Y); pigment-based (K)manufacturer-verified |
| Print head | 1 (cyan, magenta, yellow, black) |
| Connectivity | Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T), Hi-Speed USB 2.0, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n + Wi-Fi Direct |
| Page description languages | HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, CALS G4, JPEG, URF |
| Maximum roll diameter | 3.94" (10 cm) |
| Sound pressure (printing) | 42 dB(A)manufacturer-verified |
| Weight | 74.1 lb |
manufacturer-verified = checked against the manufacturer’s official datasheet, not aggregator data. Everything else is standards-body / catalog data we consider reliable.
Specifications
Full technical detail
Print technologyThermal inkjet
Max resolution2400 x 1200 DPI
Max print width24"
ColorColor
ConnectivityEthernet (Gigabit LAN), USB, Wi-Fi
Use caseCAD / Technical
Printing
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Print head | 1 |
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Print technology | Thermal inkjet |
| Resolution color | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
| Page description languages | HP-GL/2, JPEG, HP-RTL, CALS G4, URF |
Performance
| HP segment | Business |
|---|---|
| Certification | Compliant with Class B requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC/RED Directives), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI); Certified as Class B product: Korea (KCC) |
| Product color | White |
| Internal memory | 1024 MB |
| Built-in display | No |
| Country of origin | China |
Paper handling
| Media thickness | 0.3 mm |
|---|---|
| Custom media sizes | Auto sheet feeder: 210 x 279 to 330 x 482 mm; manual feed: 210 x 279 to 610 x 1897 mm |
| Maximum print size | 610 x 1897 mm |
| Maximum roll width | 24" (61 cm) |
| Maximum roll diameter | 3.94" (10 cm) |
| Paper tray media types | Coated paper, Plain paper, Semi-glossy paper, Glossy paper, Bond paper, Photo paper, Matte paper, Heavy paper, Satin paper |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0…A9) | A1, A2, A3, A4 |
Ports & interfaces
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB port | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 1000 Mbit/s |
Technical details
| Box contents | HP DesignJet Studio Steel 24-in Printer, printer stand, automatic sheet feeder, roll cover, printhead, introductory ink cartridges, spindle, quick reference guide, setup poster, power cord |
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Weight & dimensions
| Depth | 21.9" (555 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 39.9" (1013 mm) |
| Height | 36.7" (932 mm) |
| Weight | 74.1 lbs (33.6 kg) |
Power
| AC input voltage | 100 – 240 V |
|---|---|
| AC input frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption (off) | 0.2 W |
| Power consumption (sleep) | 2.1 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.2 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 35 W |
Operational conditions
| Operating altitude | 0 – 118110.2" (0 – 3000 m) |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -25 – 55 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 – 40 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 0 – 95% |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 – 80% |
Other features
| UNSPSC-code | 23153405 |
|---|---|
| Electromagnetic compatibility | Compliant with Class B requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC/RED Directives), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI); Certified as Class B product: Korea (KCC) |
Copying
| Copying | No |
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Scanning
| Scanning | No |
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Logistics data
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84433210 |
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Packaging data
| Package depth | 23.2" (590 mm) |
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| Package width | 47.2" (1199 mm) |
| Package height | 20.6" (524 mm) |
| Package weight | 94.8 lbs (43 kg) |
| Bundled software | HP Click App, HP Click Driver for Windows 11, HP Smart app, HP Print Preview for Windows, HP Easy Start, HP DesignJet Utility for Windows, HP Support Assistant |
Sustainability
| Sustainability compliance | Yes |
|---|---|
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) |
| Sustainable technologies and materials | Free, convenient HP ink cartridge and printhead recycling with HP Planet Partners; FSC-certified papers and a range of recyclable HP media with a take-back program; ENERGY STAR certified |
Brand-specific features
| HP dynamic security | Yes |
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Everything that fits the HP DesignJet Studio Steel
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
8 ink cartridges · 14 paper & media items
HP DesignJet Studio Steel ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the HP DesignJet Studio Steel 24-in Printer — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 8
Paper & Media 9
Representative image5 Mil Water-Resistant Self-Adh Vinyl (3" AC)Representative imageHP Universal Gloss Photo Paper
HP Universal Coated PaperRepresentative imageHP Universal Bond Paper, 4-packRepresentative imageHP Bright White Inkjet Paper, 4-packRepresentative imageMagic 36LB Heavyweight Coated Inkjet Paper (JS036)Representative imageMagic 98gsm/26# Coated Matte Paper (DMPG98)Representative imageMagic 4mil Inkjet Clear Film w/ Side Stripe (DMCF4HPS)Representative image6.5mil Matte Coated Paper w/ PSA (746PSA)Questions
Straight answers
Can the HP DesignJet Studio Steel 24-in Printer scan marked-up drawings?
No. The product data lists no scanning and no copying. Firms that routinely capture redlines, archive paper plans, or make wide-format copies need a separate scanning workflow or an MFP.
What AEC files and drawing languages can it handle?
The listed page-description languages are HP-GL/2, JPEG, HP-RTL, CALS G4, and URF. The included software includes HP Click App, HP Click Driver for Windows 11, HP Print Preview for Windows, and HP DesignJet Utility for Windows.
What is the largest sheet it can print?
The maximum print size is 24″ x 75″. Manual feed supports sizes from 210 x 279 to 24″ x 75″, and the maximum roll width is 24 inches.
Does it support both networked and local connections?
Yes. It has Ethernet LAN, Wi-Fi, and one USB 2.0 port. The Ethernet LAN data rate is listed as 1000 Mbit/s.
Which ink and printhead families does it use?
It uses HP 712 inks and the HP 713 printhead. The printer has four cartridges and prints with black, cyan, magenta, and yellow.
Is this a sensible replacement for a 36-inch scan-copy plotter?
Usually not if the existing workflow depends on scanning, copying, or 36-inch sheets. The HP DesignJet T918 36-in is catalog-listed as a discontinued 36-inch scanner/MFP, which illustrates the functional gap between a print-only 24-inch unit and a wider MFP.
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