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HP DesignJet T1120ps
24" technical / CAD plotter
- ModelT1120ps
- Prints24" wide
- Score55/100
Authorized HP dealerGenuine hardware & ink
Manufacturer warrantyExtension plans available
Free shippingContinental U.S.
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Analyst take
- The 24-inch maximum width makes this printer a practical fit for A through D technical output and A1 work.
- HP rates draft A1 color line drawings on plain paper at 56 A1 prints per hour, but file handling and media changes still affect deadline throughput.
- The one-roll input is the main operational limitation for offices that frequently switch between bond, coated stock, and specialty media.
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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 Cyan, Magenta, Matte black, Photo black, Yellow.
- Connectivity Ethernet for shared team printing.
- Analyst score Scores 55/100 in our class-relative rating.
Overview
Built for the work
HP Designjet T1120ps 24-in Printer, 2400 x 1200 DPI, HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF, Cyan, Magenta, Matte black, Photo black, Yellow, HP 72 Ink Cartridge: cyan, gray, magenta, matte black, photo black, yellow (130 ml); cyan, gray,…, 3 (matte black and yellow, magenta and cyan, photo black and gray), 1 sheets
- 24″Max print width
- 485 ft²/hRated speed
- 5Ink channels
- 2,400 dpiMax resolution
Spec Analysis
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Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The 24-inch maximum width makes this printer a practical fit for A through D technical output and A1 work.
- HP rates draft A1 color line drawings on plain paper at 56 A1 prints per hour, but file handling and media changes still affect deadline throughput.
- The one-roll input is the main operational limitation for offices that frequently switch between bond, coated stock, and specialty media.
- HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, Gigabit Ethernet, embedded web management, and an 80 GB hard drive support shared technical-print workflows.
- Choose a wider in-family model when projects routinely require sheets beyond 24 inches, not merely because wider sounds safer.
Someone in the office needs a D-size coordination drawing before the meeting starts, not after the coffee has gone cold. The HP DesignJet T1120ps 24-in Printer is built for that everyday AEC lane: CAD linework, permit sheets, marked-up PDFs, GIS maps, and the occasional color presentation print on a 24-inch device.
It handles roll media and single sheets, cuts roll output automatically, and sends prints to an output basket. HP rates draft A1 color line drawings on plain paper at 56 A1 prints per hour; that is useful context for recurring drawing output, though real throughput still depends on file processing, media changes, and the person standing there asking for “just one more set.”
24" (610 mm)Maximum media widthSized for A through D output and A1 work.
+/- 0.1%Line accuracyRelevant when printed dimensions need to follow the file closely.
56 A1 prints per hourDraft A1 color line drawing speedHP-rated speed on plain paper.
2400 x 1200 DPIMaximum resolutionAvailable for detailed linework and color output.
Where this printer earns its floor space
The 24-inch width is the practical limit here. It supports standard A, B, C, and D sizes, plus custom media from 216 x 279 mm to 24 x 66 inches. That suits a small architecture studio, an engineering discipline group, a survey team, or a field office that mainly needs D-size sheets rather than full-width construction sets.
Fine technical output is the point. The specified minimum line width is 0.002 inch, with HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, and TIFF support. Its five-color ink system includes matte black, photo black, gray, cyan, magenta, and yellow inks. That arrangement makes sense for black CAD linework alongside color-coded utilities, phasing plans, and presentation graphics on bond or coated paper.
Network support includes Gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0, an embedded web server, HP Web Jetadmin, and HP Printer Utility. The standard 80 GB hard drive is useful in a shared environment where several people send work at once. Bottom line: this is an office plotter for mixed technical and color work, not a walk-up production department.
Estimate rated plot time for a run of line drawings, then leave room in the schedule for processing, loading media, and collecting the set.
One set: – · Weekly plotting time: –
Computed from the manufacturer's rated 485 ft²/h. Real-world mixed sets run slower — treat this as a best case for comparing machines, not a promise.
Paper handling is the constraint to respect
The failure mode is simple: one roll means one media choice at a time. This printer has one roll input, a single-sheet rear tray, and no duplex option. It can accept rolls from 11 to 24 inches wide and supports bond, coated, technical papers, films, photographic papers, backlit media, and selected self-adhesive media. Media weight is specified at 60 to 328 g/m², with thickness up to 0.031 inch.
That flexibility helps when a civil team needs plain-bond plan sheets in the morning and a coated color exhibit later. The trade-off is operator intervention whenever the work changes media. There is no second roll to keep bond loaded while a presentation stock waits in reserve. For organizations that routinely alternate between sheet sizes or media types during bid deadlines, that detail matters more than a resolution number.
The output basket is appropriate for ordinary plotting. It is not a collator or a finishing system. A multi-sheet permit package still needs sorting and assembly by a person. Bottom line: it works best when jobs are grouped by media and the print queue is managed with a little discipline.
How it sits in the HP family
This model is the 24-inch choice for teams whose drawings top out at D size. If your work regularly includes wider sheets, the HP DesignJet T1120ps 44-in changes the conversation by adding 44-inch capacity. The HP DesignJet T1120 44-in is another wider option in the same family. Neither is a casual substitution; wider output takes more room and makes sense only when project documents actually demand it.
For a more current workflow direction, the HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in is worth examining when two-roll operation and 36-inch output are central requirements. This T1120ps remains more appropriate where the work is predominantly single-roll, 24-inch technical printing and a compact footprint matters. At 49.7 x 26 x 15.4 inches and 103.6 lb, it is easier to place than a wider device, though it still deserves a proper home rather than a hallway corner.
Compare the fit directly with the 24-inch versus 44-inch comparison tool. Bottom line: buy width and media capacity for the jobs you print every week, not for the one drawing that appears twice a year.
Compare related options
HP DesignJet T1120ps 44-inA wider same-family option for larger drawing formats.HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-inA 36-inch dual-roll option for teams with more frequent media switching.Canon GP-200 24-inA 24-inch cross-brand model to review alongside this device.24-inch technical printer rankingsSee how this printer is positioned within its class.
The read
The HP DesignJet T1120ps 24-in Printer fits AEC teams that need dependable D-size and smaller color or monochrome technical output from roll or sheet media. Its line accuracy, HP-GL/2 and HP-RTL support, network management tools, and broad media support are the useful parts of the story. Its one-roll design is the limit. If your deadlines involve constant paper switching, wide-format sets, or finished multi-sheet packages, move up to a wider or dual-roll workflow rather than asking this machine to become something it is not.
Spec analysis
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Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Maximum print width | 24 in |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Printing colors | Cyan, Magenta, Matte black, Photo black, Yellow |
| Page description languages | HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF |
| Maximum print size | A1 (594 x 841 mm) |
| Media thickness | > 0.8 |
| Maximum roll diameter | 5.31" (13.5 cm) |
| Ethernet | Yes |
| Power consumption | 200 W |
Specifications
Full technical detail
Max resolution2400 x 1200 DPI
Max print width24"
ColorColor
ConnectivityEthernet (Gigabit LAN), USB
Use caseCAD / Technical
Printing
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Print head | 3 (matte black and yellow, magenta and cyan, photo black and gray) |
| Printing colors | Cyan, Magenta, Matte black, Photo black, Yellow |
| Color management | HP Color Center, HP Vivera inks, Closed-loop color system |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Print head nozzles | 2112 |
| Print speed (imperial) | 72 D prints per hour |
| Color printing technology | HP Colour Layering technology |
| Page description languages | HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF |
| Print cartridge volume (metric) | HP 72 Ink Cartridge: cyan, gray, magenta, matte black, photo black, yellow (130 ml); cyan, gray, magenta, photo black, yellow (69 ml) |
| Print time color line drawing (draft, A1) | 35 sec/page |
| Print speed (color image, best quality, glossy paper) | 2.4 m²/hr 26 ft²/hr |
| Print speed (color image, draft quality, coated paper) | 34 m²/hr 364 ft²/hr |
| Print speed color line drawing (draft, A1 plain paper) | 56 A1 prints per hour |
| Print speed (color image, normal quality, coated paper) | 93 ft²/hr 8.6 m²/hr |
| Print speed (color image, normal quality, glossy paper) | 61 ft²/hr 5.6 m²/hr |
| Print time black and white line drawing (draft, metric A1 plain paper) | 35 sec/page |
Performance
| Display | LCD |
|---|---|
| Certification | WEEE; EU RoHS; China RoHS; REACH; EuP Adobe PostScript, PANTONE* |
| Storage media | HDD |
| Built-in display | Yes |
| Built-in processor | Intel® Pentium® M |
| Storage drive type | Standard, 80 GB |
| Processor frequency | 800 MHz |
| Internal storage capacity | 80 GB |
Paper handling
| Roll paper | Yes |
|---|---|
| Media handling | Sheet feed, roll feed, automatic cutter |
| Paper handling | Sheet feed, roll feed, output basket |
| Media thickness | > 0.8 |
| Roll top margin | 0.197" (5 mm) |
| Print margin roll | 0.197" (5 mm) |
| Custom media sizes | 216 x 279 to 610 x 1676 mm |
| Maximum print size | A1 (594 x 841 mm) |
| Maximum media width | 610 mm |
| Maximum paper trays | 1 |
| Maximum roll length | 3598.4" (91.4 m) |
| Duplex print options | None (not supported) |
| Standard media sizes | A4, A3, A2, A1 |
| Maximum roll diameter | 5.31" (13.5 cm) |
| Media types supported | Bond and coated paper (bond, coated, heavyweight coated, super heavyweight plus matte, coloured), technical paper (natural tracing, translucent bond, vellum), film (clear, matte, polyester), photographic paper (satin, gloss, semi-gloss, matte, high-gloss), backlit, self-adhesive (two-view cling, indoor paper, polypropylene, vinyl) |
| Print margin cut-sheet | 5 x 16.75 x 5 x 5 mm |
| Recommended media weight | 60 – 328 g/m² |
| Media weights by paper path | 60 to 328 g/m² |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0…A9) | A1, A2, A3, A4 |
| Maximum length of sheet media | 1676.4 mm |
| Paper handling standard/input | Roll loading; single-sheet rear tray |
| Paper handling standard/output | Basket |
| Media thickness (by paper path) | Up to 0.8 mm |
| Media sizes supported (imperial) | A; B; C; D |
| Non-printable area roll media (imperial) | 0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 in (borderless on photo papers) |
Ports & interfaces
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| USB connector | USB Type-A |
| RJ-45 ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 103.6 lbs (47 kg) |
|---|---|
| Size (imperial) | 24" |
| Weight (imperial) | 103.6 lb |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 49.7 x 26 x 15.4" (1262 x 661 x 391 mm) |
| Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) | 49.7 x 28.8 x 41.2" (1262 x 732 x 1047 mm) |
| Product dimensions when open (LxWxD) | 49.7" |
Power
| Power requirements | Input voltage (auto ranging) 100 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz), 2 A max |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (active) | 200 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 43 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 200 W |
| Power consumption (PowerSave) | 27 W |
Operational conditions
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -25 – 55 °C |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 59 – 95 °F |
| Operating altitude (imperial) | 9842 ft |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 0 – 95% |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 – 80% |
| Recommended operating temperature range (T-T) | 15 – 35 °C |
Other features
| Safety | EU (LVD and EN60950-1 compliant), Russia (GOST) |
|---|---|
| Ink drop | 6 pl (C, M, PK, G), 9 pl (Y, MK) |
| Driver LAN | Novell NetWare 5.x/6.x clients |
| Coated paper | Yes |
| Control panel | 240 x 160 pixel greyscale graphical display with Asian fonts support, 4 direct-access buttons and 7 navigation buttons, 2 bicolor lights (Ready, Processing, Attention, Error) |
| Line accuracy | +/- 0.1% |
| Driver updates | Latest driver upgrade information available on http:// |
| Line width minimum | 0.002 in |
| Printer management | HP Web Jetadmin, HP Printer Utility |
| Roll maximum input | 1 |
| Embedded web server | Yes |
| Acoustic power emissions | 6.9 B(A) (active/printing), 4.4 B(A) (standby) |
| Acoustic pressure emissions | 57 dB |
| Minimum system requirements | Microsoft Windows XP Home, XP Professional: Intel Pentium 4 (1 GHz), 512 MB RAM, 2 GB available hard disk space |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | Compliance for Class A ITE products: EU (EMC Directive) |
| JetDirect Compatible Products | Y |
| Compatible ink types, supplies | Dye-based (C, M, Y, G, PK), pigment-based (MK) |
| Maximum media length (imperial) | 66" |
| Maximum print length (imperial) | 300 ft (operating system and application dependent) |
| Acoustic power emissions (standby) | 44 dB |
| Print quality (black, best quality) | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Print quality (color, best quality) | 2400 DPI |
| Print quality (black, draft quality) | 600 DPI |
| Acoustic pressure emissions (standby) | 29 dB(A) |
| Media sizes standard (imperial rolls) | Letter to D-size sheets; 11 to 24-in rolls |
| Print quality (black, normal quality) | 600 DPI |
| Non-printable area (imperial cut-sheet) | 0.2 x 0.67 x 0.2 x 0.2 in |
| Print resolution (color, normal quality) | 600 x 600 DPI |
| Minimum system requirements for Macintosh | Mac OS X v10.4 or higher: PowerPC G3 or Intel Core Processor, 256 MB RAM, 1 GB available hard disk space |
Packaging data
| Package weight | 196.2 lbs (89 kg) |
|---|---|
| Bundled software | HP Instant Printing Utility |
| Package weight (imperial) | 224 lbs |
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 56.7 x 30.2 x 24.5" (1440 x 766 x 623 mm) |
| Package dimensions (W x D x H) | 56.69 x 30.16 x 30.4" |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
|---|
System requirements
| Browser supported | Internet Explorer (5.0 or higher); Netscape (6.0.1 or higher); Safari for Mac OS (10.3 or higher); Mozilla (1.5 or higher) |
|---|---|
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows Vista (32 and 64-bit), Microsoft Windows Server 2008 (32 and 64-bit), XP Home and Professional (32 and 64-bit), Server 2003 (32 and 64-bit), Mac OS X v10.4, Mac v10.5, Novell NetWare 5.x, 6.x, Citrix XenApp, Citrix XenServer |
Input & output capacity
| Total input capacity | 1 sheets |
|---|---|
| Total number of input trays | 1 |
Everything that fits the HP DesignJet T1120ps
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
4 ink cartridges · 96 paper & media items · 4 accessories
HP DesignJet T1120ps ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the HP DesignJet T1120ps 24-in Printer — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 2
Paper & Media 83
Representative image16 Mil WR Opaque Scrim Vinyl (3″ AC)Representative image15 Mil Water-Resistant Econo Scrim VinylRepresentative image11 Mil Water-Resistant Synthetic BannerRepresentative image350g Vivid Matte Poly/Cotton CanvasRepresentative image5 Mil Water-Resistant Self-Adh Vinyl (3" AC)Representative image6 Mil Water-Resistant Self-Adhesive PolypropyleneRepresentative image46LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (747)Representative image6.5mil Matte Coated Paper w/ PSA (746PSA)Representative image24LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (745)Representative image20LB High Brite Inkjet Bond Paper (740)Representative image24LB Inkjet Bond Paper (731)Representative image24LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper Economy (714)
HP Q1733A printing paper Matte 1 sheets White
HP Two-view Cling Film
HP Two-view Cling Film
HP C6568B large format media 45.7 m
HP Q1408A plotter paper
HP Q1430A photo paper Brown, White
HP C3868A plotter paper 45.7 m 91.4 cm
HP C3869A plotter paper
HP White Matte Polyester Film
HP Q1420A photo paper Brown, White
HP Q1760A large format media 45.7 m Matte
HP Matte Film 610 mm x 38.1 m (24 in x 125 ft)
HP C6570C large format media 30.5 mRepresentative imageHP Bright White Inkjet Paper, 36 in x 300 ft (C6810A)
HP Reverse Print Matte Backlit Film
HP C6035A large format media 45.7 m
HP C6036A printing paper Matte White
HP C6567B plotter paper
HP Universal Semi-gloss Photo Paper
HP Clear Film 174 gsm-610 mm x 22.9 m (24 in x 75 ft)
HP Q1421A photo paper Brown, White
HP Q1757A printing paper Matte Yellow
HP Reverse Print Matte Backlit Film
HP Reverse Print Matte Backlit Film
HP Q1416A large format media 30.5 mRepresentative imageHP Heavyweight Coated Paper, 42 in x 100 ft (C6569C)
HP Q1908A printing film
HP Universal Semi-Gloss Photo Paper
HP Adhesive Vinyl 914 mm x 12.2 m (36 in x 40 ft)
HP Q1956A large format media 67.5 m
HP Heavyweight Coated 1524 mm x 68.5 m (60 in x 225 ft) large format media Matte
HP Q1961A large format media
HP Q1962A large format media
HP Q5486A photo paper Black, Blue, White
HP Q5487A photo paper Black, Blue, White
HP Q5489A photo paper
HP Q5491A photo paper
HP Q6579A photo paper Brown, White
HP Q6580A photo paper Matte
HP Q6581A photo paper
HP Q6583A photo paper Brown, White
HP Q6578A photo paper Brown, White
HP Q6588A large format media Matte
HP Q6596A large format media Matte
HP Q1441A large format media 45.7 m
HP Q1442A large format media 45.7 m
HP Q1444A printing paper Matte
HP Q1445A printing paper Matte
HP Q7897A large format media 45.7 m
HP Universal Bond Paper 841 mm x 91.4 m large format media 3598.4" (91.4 m)
HP Q8004A large format media 91.4 m
HP Q8834A printing film
HP Q8835A printing film
HP CG459A photo paper Matte
HP Premium Matte Photo Paper-914 mm x 30.5 m (36 in x 100 ft) large format media
HP Q1446A plotter paper 45 m 42 cm
HP Vivid White Glossy Polyester Film
HP Vivid White Glossy Polyester Film
HP Cockle-free Heavyweight Coated Paper-914 mm x 30.5 m (36 in x 100 ft)
HP Cockle-free Heavyweight Coated Paper-1067 mm x 30.5 m (42 in x 100 ft)
HP CG884A large format media 45.7 m Matte
HP CG885A large format media 45.7 m Matte
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 CG892A large format media
HP CG889A large format media 45.7 m
HP CG890A plotter paper
HP CG891A large format media 45 m
HP Self-adhesive Indoor Paper-610 mm x 22.9 m (24 in x 75 ft)
HP Self-adhesive Indoor Paper-1067 mm x 22.9 m (42 in x 75 ft)
HP Premium Satin 610 mm x 15.2 m (24 in x 50 ft) White
Questions
Straight answers
What AEC work is the HP DesignJet T1120ps 24-in Printer suited to?
It suits CAD drawings, permit sheets, marked-up PDFs, GIS maps, color-coded plans, and occasional presentation output up to 24 inches wide. It supports A through D media sizes and A1 output.
Can it print both technical drawings and color graphics?
Yes. It uses cyan, magenta, yellow, gray, matte black, and photo black inks, and supports bond, coated papers, technical papers, films, photographic media, backlit media, and selected self-adhesive media.
Does it support a shared network print environment?
Yes. It includes Gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0, an embedded web server, HP Web Jetadmin, HP Printer Utility, and an 80 GB hard drive.
Can it keep two paper rolls loaded?
No. The specified maximum roll input is one. It also has a single-sheet rear tray, so switching roll media requires operator attention.
Is this the right choice for larger construction drawing sets?
Not if wider sheets are routine. The printer is limited to 24-inch media; the HP DesignJet T1120ps 44-in is the relevant same-family option when 44-inch output is needed.
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