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HP DesignJet T2600
36" wide-format MFPs
- ModelT2600
- Prints36" wide
- Score69/100
Authorized HP dealerGenuine hardware & ink
1-year warranty includedExtendable to 5 years
Free shippingContinental U.S.
Plotter specialistsAEC experts, not just sellers
Analyst take
- 36-inch six-ink thermal inkjet MFP printing E-size sheets up to 36" x 48" at 2400 x 1200 DPI.
- Genuine PostScript 3 and PDF 1.7 interpreter handles dense coordination PDFs and GIS maps directly.
- Built-in color scan and copy with a CIS scanner up to 600 x 600 DPI plus scan-to-email, image and USB.
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- Wide-format reach Prints up to 36" wide on rolls and sheets.
- Fine detail 2400 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution for crisp line work.
- Ink platform Cyan, Photo black, Matte black, Magenta, Yellow.
- Scan & copy Integrated scanner for digitizing and sharing sets.
- Connectivity Ethernet for shared team printing.
- Verified specs 10 specs checked against the manufacturer datasheet.
Overview
A 36-inch scan-print-copy hub for mid-volume AEC workgroups
The HP DesignJet T2600 36-in MFP is a single-roll, 36-inch thermal inkjet plotter with an integrated color scanner and a 15.6-inch touchscreen. It uses a six-cartridge ink set with both matte and photo black, prints at up to 2400 x 1200 dpi, and speaks PostScript 3, PDF 1.7 and HP-GL/2 natively. In plain terms: it plots bid sets, permit sets and as-builts, scans legacy drawings to PDF or email, and copies old sheets without a separate device standing next to it. HP rates normal-quality A1 output at 180 prints per hour; treat that as a lab figure, not sustained throughput once file processing and roll handling are counted.
- Small-to-mid AEC firms wanting print, scan and copy in one footprint
- Mixed monochrome and color coordination drawings on bond and coated media
- Teams needing native PDF/PostScript RIP and clean small-text legibility
- IT groups that want Gigabit Ethernet, HP Web Jetadmin and Security Manager
Where it isn’t the right tool: high-volume print rooms that never stop should look at the HP T3500 36-in production MFP. If unattended long runs across two media types matter, the dual-roll HP DesignJet T2600dr 36-in avoids mid-set roll swaps. Firms needing wider sheets step toward the HP T2530 47-in. Buyers should note running costs sit above HP’s larger production units.
- 36″Max print width
- 1,211 ft²/hRated speed
- 6Ink channels
- 2,400 dpiMax resolution
- 12 moIncluded warranty
Spec Analysis
overall
overall
At a glance
- Print width
- 36 in (914 mm) roll; up to 36 x 48 in sheets
- Print technology
- Thermal inkjet, 6 cartridges, up to 2400 x 1200 dpi
- Rated speed
- HP rates 180 A1 prints/hour, normal quality
- Scan/copy
- CIS color scanner, up to 600 x 600 dpi optical; copy resize 25–400%
- Display
- 15.6-in touchscreen; direct print, scan-to-email/USB/image
- Connectivity
- Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi Direct, HP ePrint; no Wi-Fi
- Storage & languages
- 500 GB HDD; PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF, JPEG, CALS G4
- Footprint
- 54.7 x 29.9 x 48.8 in; 233.7 lbs; ENERGY STAR
Ideal for: small-to-mid AEC firms consolidating print, scan and copy into one 36-inch device with native PDF/PostScript. Not the tool for: high-volume print rooms (see HP T3500 36-in), unattended dual-roll runs (HP DesignJet T2600dr 36-in) or wider sheets (HP T2530 47-in).
Features
What sets it apart
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Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- 36-inch six-ink thermal inkjet MFP printing E-size sheets up to 36" x 48" at 2400 x 1200 DPI.
- Genuine PostScript 3 and PDF 1.7 interpreter handles dense coordination PDFs and GIS maps directly.
- Built-in color scan and copy with a CIS scanner up to 600 x 600 DPI plus scan-to-email, image and USB.
- Single-roll design means operator time for media swaps on mixed-size jobs; the T2600dr adds a second roll.
- Ships with HP Web Jetadmin, JetAdvantage Security Manager and Gigabit Ethernet for IT-managed fleets.
- HP Dynamic Security is enabled, which affects third-party ink use — confirm your consumables policy before buying.
A wide-format plotter is one node in a plan-set workflow that also includes your file server, your PDF tool, the person who collates the set and the deadline that made all of it urgent. The HP DesignJet T2600 36-in PostScript Multifunction Printer is HP’s compact print-scan-copy node for mid-volume architectural and engineering workgroups — a 36-inch, six-ink thermal inkjet device with a genuine PostScript/PDF interpreter and a 15.6-inch touchscreen bolted to the front.
The short version: it prints your D-size and E-size sheets, scans and copies in color up to 36 inches, and does it without a dedicated operator hovering. Whether that’s the right node for your firm depends less on the machine and more on your volume, your roll habits and how much your IT team wants to sleep at night.
180 pphPrint speed (A1, normal)HP-rated line drawings, not productive throughput
2400 x 1200 DPIMax resolutionfine-line and small-text work
36" x 48"Max print sizeE-size sheets from a 36-in roll
500 GBInternal storageHDD for reprint and job retention
Where the ink and the interpreter earn their keep
Two things separate this from a plain plotter. First, the PostScript 3 and PDF 1.7 interpreter handles files that trip up HP-GL/2-only devices — think dense coordination PDFs, GIS maps and presentation boards where a rasterized fallback would soften your linework. Second, the six-ink set (cyan, magenta, yellow, plus photo black, matte black and gray) gives you crisp monochrome on bond and respectable color on coated stock for renderings and color-coded plans. It runs HP 730 inks and the HP 727 printhead, with the higher-yield HP 730F 300-ml cartridges available when your volume justifies fewer changes.
The all-in-one design matters most in a small print room where scan-to-file and reprint traffic is constant. Scan-to-email, image and USB are built in; the CIS scanner captures at up to 600 x 600 DPI. HP rates the integrated stacker at holding output flat — a real convenience if you routinely fold or ship 20-plus-page sets and are tired of un-curling sheets from a catch bin.
IT, security and the boring costs nobody quotes
This is where the T2600 quietly separates itself from cheaper plotters, and nobody else covers it. It ships with HP JetAdvantage Security Manager support, HP Web Jetadmin for fleet management, Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi Direct. For a firm running project-based chargeback, the optional HP SmartTracker for DesignJet handles job accounting; HP SmartStream USB Preflight Manager tidies submission. Note HP Dynamic Security is enabled — a factor if your firm has strong feelings about third-party ink.
Now the costs that don’t appear on a spec sheet. Money is minutes: every roll change, every manual collation of a mixed-size set, every driver support ticket is operator time you’re paying for. The single-roll design means someone swaps media when a job mixes bond and coated stock. If that swap happens several times a day, the dual-roll sibling pays for the operator’s patience.
Estimate a plan set's run time from HP's rated A1 speed — then add your own time for roll changes, PDF processing and collation. The delta is your real throughput.
One set: – · Weekly plotting time: –
Computed from the manufacturer's rated 1,211 ft²/h. Real-world mixed sets run slower — treat this as a best case for comparing machines, not a promise.
Where it sits in the family
Stay in the family to size this correctly. The T2600dr adds a second roll and automatic switching — the upgrade to make if you mix media or run unattended long jobs. If PostScript handling is your priority above all, the HP DesignJet T2600PS 36-in is the same platform framed around it. Step down to the HP T2500 36-in if your scan-and-copy needs are lighter and you can live without the PostScript interpreter. For a genuinely high-volume department pushing continuous plan sets, the HP T3500 36-in is built for that duty. Cross-shopping? Weigh it against the Canon GP-300 36-in and see the full field on the 36-inch class leaderboard.
The read
The T2600 36-in is a well-judged middle: enough interpreter, security and management to satisfy IT, enough print-scan-copy capability to serve a small print room, without the footprint or duty cycle of a departmental workhorse. The single roll is its main constraint. Choose the T2600 36-in if you run mid-volume mixed drawings, want built-in scan-copy and value HP’s fleet and security tooling. Choose the T2600dr 36-in if you change media all day or run unattended. Choose the T3500 36-in if plan sets never stop. Buy the machine for the workflow you have, not the one the brochure imagines.
Spec analysis
How the specs grade
Overall performance
- This printer
- HP DesignJet T2600dr MFP
Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Roll media width | 11 in to 36 in (279–914 mm) |
|---|---|
| Maximum print size | up to 914 x 1219 mm |
| Print speed (HP-rated) | 180 A1/hr, 19.3 sec/A1manufacturer-verified |
| Maximum resolution | up to 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi |
| Droplet size | 6 pl / 9 plmanufacturer-verified |
| Ink system | 6 cartridges, 1 universal printheadmanufacturer-verified |
| Internal storage | 500 GB |
| Page description languages | PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF, JPEG, CALS G4 |
| Connectivity | Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Weight / footprint | 233.7 lb (106 kg); 54.7 x 29.9 x 48.8 in |
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 width36"
ColorColor
ConnectivityEthernet (Gigabit LAN)
Use caseCAD / Technical
Printing
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Printing colors | Cyan, Photo black, Matte black, Magenta, Yellow |
| Print technology | Thermal inkjet |
| Resolution color | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Number of print cartridges | 6 |
| Page description languages | PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, TIFF, JPEG, HP-RTL, CALS G4 |
| Print speed (normal quality, A1) | 180 pph |
Performance
| HP segment | Business |
|---|---|
| Control type | Touch |
| Certification | Compliant with Class A requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (KCC) |
| Product color | White |
| Storage media | HDD |
| Built-in display | Yes |
| Display diagonal | 15.6" |
| Country of origin | China |
| Internal storage capacity | 500 GB |
| Sound power level (standby) | 32 dB |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 42 dB |
Paper handling
| Cut sheets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Media thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Custom media sizes | 210 x 279 to 914 x 1219 mm |
| Maximum print size | 914 x 1219 mm |
| Media width (rolls) | 914 mm |
| Maximum roll diameter | 5.51" (14 cm) |
| Paper tray media types | Coated paper, Semi-glossy paper, Glossy paper, Bond paper, Photo paper, Matte paper, Heavy paper, Satin paper |
| Print margin cut-sheet | 3 x 22 x 3 x 3 |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0…A9) | A0, A1, A2, A3, A4 |
Ports & interfaces
| Wi-Fi | No |
|---|---|
| USB port | No |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| Direct printing | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Mobile printing technologies | HP ePrint |
Technical details
| Box contents | HP DesignJet T2600 Multifuntion Printer, printer stand and media bin, 15.6" touchscreen, spindle, printheads, introductory ink cartridges, user guide, power cords |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Depth | 29.9" (760 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 54.7" (1390 mm) |
| Height | 48.8" (1240 mm) |
| Weight | 233.7 lbs (106 kg) |
Power
| Power supply | 120 W |
|---|---|
| AC input voltage | 100 – 240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption (off) | 0.3 W |
| Power consumption (sleep) | 10 W |
Operational conditions
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -25 – 55 °C |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 – 35 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 – 80% |
Other features
| Touchscreen | Yes |
|---|---|
| UNSPSC-code | 43212107 |
| All-In-One-multitasking | Yes |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | Compliant with Class A requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI), Korea (KCC) |
Copying
| Copying | Color copying |
|---|---|
| Copier resize | 25 – 400% |
| Maximum copy resolution | 200 x 200 DPI |
Scanning
| Scan to | E-mail, Image, USB |
|---|---|
| Scanning | Color scanning |
| Scan technology | CIS |
| Maximum media thickness | 0.0315" (0.8 mm) |
| Maximum scan resolution | 600 x 600 DPI |
| Optical scanning resolution | 600 x 600 DPI |
Packaging data
| Manual | Yes |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 30.2" (767 mm) |
| Package width | 58.1" (1477 mm) |
| Package height | 31.5" (800 mm) |
| Package weight | 302 lbs (137 kg) |
| Bundled software | HP Click, HP mobile, ePrint and iOS/Android support plus the HP Smart app for mobile, HP Web Jetadmin, HP JetAdvantage Security Manager, HP Click Driver for Windows 11 |
Sustainability
| Sustainability compliance | Yes |
|---|---|
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
Carbon footprint
| Total carbon footprint (kg of CO2e) | 930 |
|---|---|
| Carbon emissions, logistics (kg of CO2e) | 51 |
| Carbon emissions, end-of-life (kg of CO2e) | 126 |
| Carbon emissions, manufacturing (kg of CO2e) | 745 |
| Total carbon emissions, w/o use phase (kg of CO2e) | 12 |
Brand-specific features
| HP ePrint | Yes |
|---|---|
| HP Web Jetadmin | Yes |
| HP dynamic security | Yes |
Everything that fits the HP DesignJet T2600
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
12 ink cartridges · 14 paper & media items · 3 accessories · 6 coverage plans
HP DesignJet T2600 ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the HP DesignJet T2600 36-in PostScript Multifunction Printer — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 12
HP 730 300-ml Magenta Ink Cartridge
HP 730 300-ml Photo Black Ink Cartridge
HP 730 300-ml Matte Black Ink Cartridge
HP 730 130-ml Cyan Ink Cartridge
HP 730 300-ml Yellow Ink Cartridge
HP 730 130-ml Photo Black Ink Cartridge
HP 730 130-ml Gray Ink Cartridge
HP 730 300-ml Gray Ink Cartridge
HP 730 130-ml Matte Black Ink Cartridge
HP 730 300-ml Cyan Ink Cartridge
HP 730 130-ml Magenta Ink Cartridge
HP 730 130-ml Yellow Ink CartridgePaper & Media 12
Representative image11 Mil Water-Resistant Synthetic BannerRepresentative image15 Mil Water-Resistant Econo Scrim VinylRepresentative image16 Mil WR Opaque Scrim Vinyl (3″ AC)Representative image200gsm Special Matte Photo PaperRepresentative image230gsm Special Matte Photo PaperRepresentative imageWSL 28LB Simple Inkjet Coated Matte Paper (C2S) (448)Representative image5 Mil Water-Resistant Self-Adh Vinyl (3" AC)Representative image6 Mil Water-Resistant Self-Adhesive PolypropyleneRepresentative image24LB Inkjet Coated Matte Paper Economy (714)Representative image20LB Inkjet Bond Paper (730)Representative image24LB Inkjet Bond Paper (731)Representative image20LB High Brite Inkjet Bond Paper (740)
Coverage & Support Plans 4
HP 1 year Post Warranty NBD Onsite HW Support w/Defective Media Retention for T2600 1 roll
HP 3 year Next Business Day Onsite HW Support w/Defective Media Retention for T2600 1 roll
HP 4 year Next Business Day Onsite HW Support w/Defective Media Retention for T2600 1 roll
Hp 5 Year Next Business Day Onsite Hw Support W/Dmr For T2600 1 Roll – (UB9P8E)Questions
Straight answers
What's the difference between this and the T2600dr?
The T2600 36-in has a single roll; the T2600dr 36-in adds a second roll with automatic switching. Choose the dr if you routinely mix bond and coated stock or run long unattended jobs.
Does it handle PostScript and PDF natively?
Yes. It supports PostScript 3, PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, TIFF, JPEG, HP-RTL and CALS G4, so complex PDFs and GIS files print without a rasterized fallback that could soften linework.
Can it scan and copy full-size drawings?
Yes. It offers color scanning and copying up to 36 inches wide via a CIS scanner at up to 600 x 600 DPI, with scan-to-email, image and USB and copy resize from 25 to 400 percent.
What inks and printhead does it use?
It uses HP 730 inks with the HP 727 printhead, with higher-yield HP 730F 300-ml cartridges available. Note that HP Dynamic Security is enabled on this model.
How does the rated 180 pph translate to real plan sets?
That figure is HP’s A1 line-drawing rate, not productive throughput. Real sets add PDF processing, first-page-out time, roll changes and collation, so plan on meaningfully less in practice.
Is it manageable in an IT-controlled environment?
Yes. It supports HP Web Jetadmin, HP JetAdvantage Security Manager, Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi Direct, with optional HP SmartTracker for job accounting and chargeback.
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