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HP DesignJet T1200
44" color graphics & photo printer
- ModelT1200
- Prints44" wide
- Score36/100
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Manufacturer warrantyExtension plans available
Free shippingContinental U.S.
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Analyst take
- The HP DesignJet T1200 44-in supports roll-fed output up to 44 inches wide for full-size AEC drawings.
- Its stated +/-0.1% line accuracy and 0.00236-inch minimum line width are relevant to detailed CAD and engineering documents.
- HP rates best-quality output at 3.1 m²/hr, which should not be treated as complete plan-set turnaround time.
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- Wide-format reach Prints up to 44" wide on rolls and sheets.
- Fine detail 2400 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution for crisp line work.
- Ink platform Black, Cyan, Gray, Magenta, Pigment black, Yellow.
- Connectivity Ethernet for shared team printing.
- Analyst score Scores 36/100 in our class-relative rating.
Overview
Built for the work
HP Designjet T1200, 2400 x 1200 DPI, PCL 3, Black, Cyan, Gray, Magenta, Pigment black, Yellow, 3.1 m²/hr, 69/130/300 ml, Bond paper, Coated paper, Glossy paper, Matte paper, Plain paper, Roll
- 44″Max print width
- 33 ft²/hRated speed
- 4Ink channels
- 2,400 dpiMax resolution
Spec Analysis
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Where it performs best
Print Quality
84
Size / Fit
83
Print Cost
42
Class best is 79. How we grade →
Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The HP DesignJet T1200 44-in supports roll-fed output up to 44 inches wide for full-size AEC drawings.
- Its stated +/-0.1% line accuracy and 0.00236-inch minimum line width are relevant to detailed CAD and engineering documents.
- HP rates best-quality output at 3.1 m²/hr, which should not be treated as complete plan-set turnaround time.
- The supplied specification supports Ethernet, USB Type-A, PCL 3 and a 160 GB internal hard drive.
- No measured ICC gamut data is supplied, so presentation-color decisions should be validated with proofs on the intended media.
A coordination drawing succeeds when its finest notes, hatch patterns and revision clouds remain calm and legible at full size. The HP DesignJet T1200 44-in is a color, roll-fed wide-format printer for that familiar AEC work: plan sheets, engineering layouts, GIS mapping and presentation-oriented output up to 44 inches wide. Its stated line accuracy of +/-0.1% and minimum line width of 0.00236 inches speak directly to disciplined CAD output, where a narrow cyan edge or a small utility callout cannot be allowed to dissolve into the paper.
It combines a 2400 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution with black, pigment black, gray, cyan, magenta and yellow listed in its color specification. That supports drawings that need both strong monochrome linework and useful color separation. There is no measured ICC gamut data in the supplied record, however, so color-fidelity conclusions—particularly for client presentation imagery—should be based on proofing your own files and media.
44"Maximum media width
2400 x 1200 DPIMaximum resolution
+/-0.1%Line accuracy
3.1 m²/hrHP-rated best-quality speedBest-quality rating; actual job turnaround also depends on file processing, media and operator workflow.
Where it fits in an AEC print room
The HP DesignJet T1200 44-in makes practical sense for teams that need 44-inch plan output without treating every job as a production run. Roll media support, a maximum roll length of 3582.7 inches, and an internal 160 GB hard drive provide a useful foundation for queued drawing sets and repeatable departmental output. Gigabit Ethernet and USB Type-A connectivity suit a shared office printer as well as direct local submission.
Its media range is broad enough to cover ordinary drawing work and selected display applications: bond, plain, coated, matte, glossy and photo papers are listed, along with vinyl media and a maximum supported thickness of 0.011 inches. Resolved compatible media includes HP CG890A plotter paper, HP Matte Film 610 mm x 38.1 m (24 in x 125 ft) and HP Universal Semi-Gloss Photo Paper. For a proposal board or a color-coded phasing plan, the paper choice will matter as much as the resolution setting.
Workflow, operating context and color expectations
The specification lists PCL 3, an 800 MHz Intel Pentium M processor, 32768 MB of internal memory, Ethernet networking and support for Windows and older Mac OS X environments. That is relevant for organizations maintaining established CAD/PDF submission paths, but IT teams should validate driver support, authentication requirements and compatibility with their present operating-system estate before standardizing on it. The supplied data identifies ENERGY STAR certification and typical power consumption of 120 W.
HP rates best-quality output at 3.1 m²/hr. That figure deserves context: it is a best-quality rating, not a promise for a collated permit set with mixed PDFs, roll changes and staff interruptions. The machine’s listed acoustic pressure emissions are 46 dB, while its 69.7 x 28.4 x 41.3-inch footprint and 189.6 lb weight should be checked against the planned print-room location and access route.
Estimate output time from the verified rated best-quality speed, then allow local time for job preparation, roll handling and collection.
One set: – · Weekly plotting time: –
Computed from the manufacturer's rated 33 ft²/h. Real-world mixed sets run slower — treat this as a best case for comparing machines, not a promise.
Family alternatives: compare the workflow, not just the width
The catalog places the HP DesignJet T1120 44-in and HP DesignJet T1300 44-in alongside this machine at the same 44-inch width. The supplied comparison information does not establish a verified step-up or step-down hierarchy between them, so buyers should compare their specific media handling, connectivity and workflow requirements rather than assume one is automatically the successor choice.
Firms that can work within a narrower format should also assess the HP DesignJet T950 36-in. Conversely, the HP DesignJet T1200 44-in is less appropriate when the decision depends on features not stated in this configuration, such as integrated scanning, or when sustained production throughput and unattended finishing are the central requirements. Those needs call for a documented workflow demonstration, not an inference from resolution or maximum width alone.
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The read
The HP DesignJet T1200 44-in is a credible fit for AEC teams needing full-width color and monochrome documents, fine stated line control, roll-fed media and wired network sharing. It becomes most compelling when plan readability and occasional presentation output matter more than high-volume finishing automation. Confirm present-day driver support, the local service arrangement and the exact media workflow before committing; those operational details will shape the experience more than a resolution figure on its own.
Spec analysis
How the specs grade
Overall performance
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Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Maximum print width | 44 in |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Gray, Magenta, Pigment black, Yellow |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
| Page description languages | PCL 3 |
| Internal memory | 32768 MB |
| Media thickness | 0.29 mm |
| Maximum roll diameter | 5.31" (13.5 cm) |
| Ethernet | Yes |
| Power consumption | 120 W |
Specifications
Full technical detail
Max resolution2400 x 1200 DPI
Max print width44"
ColorColor
ConnectivityEthernet (Gigabit LAN), USB
Use caseCAD / Technical
Printing
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Print head | 3 |
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Gray, Magenta, Pigment black, Yellow |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
| Page description languages | PCL 3 |
| Print speed (best quality) | 3.1 m²/hr |
| Print cartridge volume (metric) | 69/130/300 ml |
Performance
| Certification | WEEE, RoHS, REACH, EuP, FEMP |
|---|---|
| Storage media | HDD |
| Internal memory | 32768 MB |
| Built-in processor | Intel® Pentium® M |
| Processor frequency | 800 MHz |
| Internal storage capacity | 160 GB |
Paper handling
| Roll paper | Yes |
|---|---|
| Media thickness | 0.29 mm |
| Roll top margin | 0.197" (5 mm) |
| Maximum media width | 1118 mm |
| Maximum roll length | 3582.7" (91 m) |
| Maximum roll diameter | 5.31" (13.5 cm) |
| Paper tray media types | Bond paper, Coated paper, Glossy paper, Matte paper, Plain paper, Roll |
| Recommended media weight | 60 – 328 g/m² |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0…A9) | A0, A1, A2, A3, A4 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB port | Yes |
|---|---|
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| USB connector | USB Type-A |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10/100/1000Base-T(X) |
| Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 189.6 lbs (86 kg) |
|---|---|
| Size (imperial) | 44" |
| Weight (imperial) | 189 lbs |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 69.7 x 28.4 x 41.3" (1770 x 722 x 1050 mm) |
Power
| Power requirements | 100 – 240V, 50/60Hz |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (off) | 0.1 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 120 W |
| Power consumption (PowerSave) | 7 W |
Operational conditions
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -25 – 55 °C |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 41 – 104 °F |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 0 – 95% |
| Recommended humidity operating range | 20 – 80% |
| Recommended operating temperature range (T-T) | 15 – 35 °C |
Other features
| Safety | CSA, LVD, GOST, CCC, PSB, IRAM, NYCE |
|---|---|
| Ink drop | 9/6 pl |
| Photo paper | Yes |
| Vinyl media | Yes |
| Coated paper | Yes |
| Glossy paper | Yes |
| Line accuracy | +/-0.1% |
| Minimum line width | 0.00236" (0.0600 mm) |
| Acoustic power emissions | 6.2B(A) |
| Acoustic pressure emissions | 46 dB |
| Compliance industry standards | IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | FCC, ICES, EMC, ACMA, CCC, KCC, VCCI |
| Acoustic power emissions (standby) | 44 dB |
| Acoustic pressure emissions (standby) | 26dB(A) |
Packaging data
| Package weight | 253.5 lbs (115 kg) |
|---|---|
| Package weight (imperial) | 253 lbs |
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 76 x 30.2 x 30.6" (1930 x 766 x 778 mm) |
| Package dimensions (W x D x H) | 75.98 x 30.16 x 30.7" |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
|---|
System requirements
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
|---|---|
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 7 Windows XP Home/Professional (32/64-Bit) Windows Server 2003 (32/64-Bit) Windows Vista (32/64-Bit) Windows Server 2008 (32/64-Bit) Mac OS X v10.4, v10.5 Novell NetWare 5.x, 6.x Citrix XenApp Citrix XenServer |
| Recommended system requirements | Intel Pentium, AMD K6/Athlon/Duron 1GHz, 1GB RAM, 2GB HDD |
Everything that fits the HP DesignJet T1200
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
14 ink cartridges · 3 printheads · 95 paper & media items · 2 accessories
HP DesignJet T1200 ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the HP DesignJet T1200 44-in — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 14
HP Premium Plus Gloss 610 mm x 15.2 m (24 in x 50 ft) White
HP 72 130-ml Gray Ink Cartridge
HP Premium Gloss 610 mm x 15.2 m (24 in x 50 ft)
HP Premium Gloss 914 mm x 22.9 m (36 in x 75 ft)
HP Premium Gloss 1067 mm x 30.5 m (42 in x 100 ft) White
HP Premium Matte White
HP 72 130-ml Yellow Ink Cartridge
HP 72 130-ml Magenta Ink Cartridge
HP 72 130-ml Cyan Ink Cartridge
HP 72 130-ml Matte Black Ink Cartridge
HP 72 130-ml Photo Black Ink Cartridge
HP 72B 130-ml Matte Black Ink Cartridge
HP 72B 130-ml Gray Ink Cartridge
HP 72B 130-ml Photo Black Ink CartridgePrintheads 3
Paper & Media 95
Representative image11 Mil Water-Resistant Synthetic BannerRepresentative image180gsm Solvent Satin PE PaperRepresentative image5 Mil Polycarbonate LaminateRepresentative image230gsm Special Matte Photo PaperRepresentative image200gsm Special Matte Photo PaperRepresentative image10 Mil Water-resistant Blockout Display FilmRepresentative image10 Mil White Opaque BackerRepresentative image5 Mil Water-Resistant Self-Adh Vinyl (3" AC)Representative image6 Mil Water-Resistant Self-Adhesive PolypropyleneRepresentative image20LB High Brite Inkjet Bond Paper (740)Representative image20LB Inkjet Bond Paper (730)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 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 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 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 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 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 CG822A large format media 22.9 m
HP CG884A large format media 45.7 m Matte
HP CG885A large format media 45.7 m Matte
HP Durable Banner w/ DuPont Tyvek 914 mm x 22.9 m (36 in x 75 ft) large format media 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 CH025A printing film
HP CH022A printing film
HP CH023A printing film Polypropylene (PP)
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
HP Premium Satin 914 mm x 22.9 m (36 in x 75 ft) White
HP Premium Satin 1067 mm x 30.5 m (42 in x 100 ft)
HP CG459B photo paper White Matte
HP Q6626B large format media 30.5 m Matte
HP Q6627B large format media 30.5 m Matte
HP Q6628B large format media 30.5 m Matte
HP C0F08A printing film
HP 2-pack Everyday Adhesive Matte Polypropylene-610 mm x 22.9 m (24 in x 75 ft)
HP C0F19A printing film
HP C0F20A printing film
HP C0F28A printing film
HP C0F29A printing filmAccessories 2
Questions
Straight answers
What AEC work is the HP DesignJet T1200 44-in suited to?
It is suited to full-size plan sheets, engineering layouts, GIS maps and color-coded coordination documents up to 44 inches wide. Its stated fine-line and line-accuracy specifications are especially relevant to detailed technical drawings.
How wide and how heavy is the printer?
The maximum media width is 44 inches. The printer measures 69.7 x 28.4 x 41.3 inches and weighs 189.6 lb.
Can it handle more than plain bond paper?
Yes. The supplied specification lists bond, plain, coated, matte, glossy and photo papers, plus vinyl media. Maximum supported media thickness is 0.011 inches.
Does the HP DesignJet T1200 44-in include scanning?
The supplied specification describes a printer’s output, connectivity, media and storage features but does not list a scanner. Confirm the exact supplied configuration if scanning or copying is a requirement.
What connectivity and operating systems are listed?
It has Gigabit Ethernet and one USB 2.0 Type-A port. Listed operating-system support includes Windows 7, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2003 and 2008, Mac OS X v10.4 and v10.5, Novell NetWare and Citrix environments.
How should buyers compare it with other DesignJet models?
Compare the HP DesignJet T1120 44-in and HP DesignJet T1300 44-in against the actual requirements for media, drivers and workflow. The supplied catalog details do not support declaring either model a verified step-up or step-down.
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