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HP DesignJet T610
44" technical / CAD plotter
- ModelT610
- Prints44" wide
- Score54/100
Authorized HP dealerGenuine hardware & ink
Manufacturer warrantyExtension plans available
Free shippingContinental U.S.
Plotter specialistsAEC experts, not just sellers
Analyst take
- The T610 prints up to 44 inches wide, making it suited to E-size plan sets, maps and wide presentation output.
- HP rates draft A1 line drawings at 35 sec/page, but mixed files and roll changes add real production time.
- One roll input is the main operational constraint for offices that switch frequently between bond, coated media and different widths.
Not sure if the T610 is right for you?
Compare key specs and an AI analyst read-out against similar models.
- Wide-format reach Prints up to 44" wide on rolls and sheets.
- Ink platform Cyan, Magenta, Yellow.
- Analyst score Scores 54/100 in our class-relative rating.
Overview
Built for the work
HP Designjet T610 44-in Printer, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, 3 (matte black and yellow, magenta and cyan, photo black and gray), 1 sheets, Bond and coated paper (bond, coated, heavyweight coated, super heavyweight coated), photographic…, > 0.8, 3598.4" (91.4 m)
- 44″Max print width
- 471 ft²/hRated speed
- 3Ink channels
Spec Analysis
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Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The T610 prints up to 44 inches wide, making it suited to E-size plan sets, maps and wide presentation output.
- HP rates draft A1 line drawings at 35 sec/page, but mixed files and roll changes add real production time.
- One roll input is the main operational constraint for offices that switch frequently between bond, coated media and different widths.
- The listed configuration includes USB but not built-in Ethernet LAN, so shared-network deployment requires verification.
- The printer is an output device rather than a listed scan-and-copy platform.
- The HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in is the relevant in-family alternative when dual-roll handling matters more than 44-inch width.
At 4:45 p.m., somebody needs a readable E-size civil set, not a lecture on ink chemistry. The HP Designjet T610 44-in Printer is built for that everyday AEC job: CAD linework, GIS maps, permit sheets, markups and occasional presentation output up to 44 inches wide. It takes one roll, accepts rear-fed sheets, cuts automatically and drops output into a basket.
Its appeal is straightforward. HP rates draft A1 line drawings at 35 sec/page, and the specified +/- 0.1% line accuracy matters when fine dimensions, hatch patterns and small callouts have to survive the trip from PDF to bond paper. The trade-off is equally plain: one roll means one loaded media type at a time. That is manageable in a small office. It gets old fast when bid sets, coated presentation sheets and different roll widths are all competing for the same machine.
44" (1118 mm)Maximum print widthCovers E-size output and wide GIS or site-plan work.
70 D prints per hourRated D-size outputA rated figure, not a promise that a mixed bid package will run unattended.
35 sec/pageDraft A1 line drawingHP’s stated time for plain-paper color line drawings.
+/- 0.1%Line accuracyRelevant to drawing readability and dimensional confidence.
Where the T610 earns its floor space
This is a sensible fit for a design studio, engineering branch office or contractor field office that prints plans steadily but does not run a central reprographics department. Bond, coated papers, tracing media, films and self-adhesive materials are among its supported media types. That gives a team room to move from ordinary plan sets to color-coded coordination drawings or a presentation board without buying a separate device for every job.
The three-black ink arrangement—matte black, photo black and gray—also gives the machine a practical role when drawings include shaded backgrounds, aerial imagery or restrained presentation graphics. HP lists 2400 x 1200 DPI black output at best quality. In real AEC terms, that is useful when a junior engineer has put tiny notes in the least forgiving corner of a sheet. We have all met that file.
For smaller-format work, the HP DesignJet T620 24-in is the more compact in-family direction. For offices where roll changes are the recurring deadline failure, the HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in brings dual-roll handling, although it gives up 44-inch width.
Bottom line: The T610 fits steady plan and map output where one loaded roll is acceptable.
Workflow and IT: check the old plumbing first
The control panel is a 240 x 160 pixel grayscale display with direct-access and navigation buttons. There is a built-in web server, plus HP Web Jetadmin and HP Easy Print Care/Printer Utility for management. USB is standard. Ethernet LAN is not listed as built in, so an IT team planning shared access should confirm the installed configuration and whether a compatible Jetdirect print server is present before promising the plotter to a whole project team.
That check matters more than it sounds. The listed operating-system support is rooted in Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, Novell NetWare, Citrix MetaFrame and older Mac OS X versions. A modern workstation environment may need a deliberate driver and connectivity validation rather than a hopeful cable swap. The machine’s 128 MB internal memory is another reason to test actual multi-sheet PDFs and dense GIS files before making it the office bottleneck.
Bottom line: In a legacy or managed environment, verify network hardware and driver workflow before the first deadline lands.
Estimate plot time from the verified rated line-drawing speed, then allow real-world time for PDF processing, roll loading, cutting and collecting a set.
One set: – · Weekly plotting time: –
Computed from the manufacturer's rated 471 ft²/h. Real-world mixed sets run slower — treat this as a best case for comparing machines, not a promise.
The limits are operational, not mysterious
The T610 has one roll input, one rear sheet feed and a basket. It does not list a scanner or copy function, so it is not the right tool for teams that routinely scan marked-up plans, archive legacy drawings or need walk-up copy workflows. Its 69.7 x 26 x 41.2 inch footprint and 189 lb weight also deserve a real location plan, not a spare corner behind the coffee machine.
The machine supports HP Vivera inks and a broad list of HP media, including bond, coated paper, technical paper, photographic paper, film, polypropylene and vinyl. Use ordinary bond for plan sets and reserve specialty media for the jobs that justify changing the roll. That sounds obvious. It is also how a plotter avoids becoming a monument to interrupted work.
Compare the operational difference between this single-roll 44-inch platform and the HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in before deciding that maximum width alone settles the question.
Bottom line: Buy this configuration for output, not for scanning, copying or multi-roll production.
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The read
The HP Designjet T610 44-in Printer is a practical single-roll technical printer for teams that need E-size plans, color CAD and GIS output without a scanning workflow. It becomes less appropriate when multiple media rolls must stay loaded, every job is a mixed-size rush, or shared-network deployment depends on current software support. Check the installed connectivity, test the files your team actually prints, and make the roll-loading routine part of the decision. Bottom line: It is a capable plotter when its one-roll rhythm matches the office’s rhythm.
Spec analysis
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Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Maximum print width | 44 in |
|---|---|
| Printing colors | Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Internal memory | 128 MB |
| Media thickness | > 0.8 |
| Maximum roll diameter | 5.35" (13.6 cm) |
| Ethernet | No |
| Power consumption | 200 W |
Specifications
Full technical detail
Max print width44"
ColorColor
ConnectivityUSB
Use caseCAD / Technical
Printing
| Print head | 3 (matte black and yellow, magenta and cyan, photo black and gray) |
|---|---|
| Printing colors | Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Color management | HP Color Center, HP Vivera inks, Closed-loop color system |
| Print head nozzles | 2112 |
| Print speed (imperial) | 70 D prints per hour |
| Print time color line drawing (draft, A1) | 35 sec/page |
| Print speed (color image, best quality, glossy paper) | 2.8 m2/hr 30 ft2/hr |
| Print speed (color image, draft quality, coated paper) | 41 m2/hr 445 ft2/hr |
| Print speed color line drawing (draft, A1 plain paper) | 52 A1 prints per hour |
| Print speed (color image, normal quality, coated paper) | 110 ft2/hr 10 m2/hr |
| Print speed (color image, normal quality, glossy paper) | 72 ft2/hr 6.7 m2/hr |
| Print time black and white line drawing (draft, metric A1 plain paper) | 35 sec/page |
Performance
| Display | LCD |
|---|---|
| Certification | RoHS, WEEE |
| Internal memory | 128 MB |
| Built-in display | Yes |
| Built-in processor | Intel Centrino mobile |
| Processor frequency | 600 MHz |
| Drive device, buffer size | 9000 MB |
Paper handling
| Media handling | Sheetfed, roll feed, automatic cutter |
|---|---|
| Paper handling | Roll feed, sheet feed |
| Media thickness | > 0.8 |
| Roll top margin | 0.197" (5 mm) |
| Print margin roll | 0.197" (5 mm) |
| Bottom copy margin | 16.75 mm |
| Maximum media width | 1118 mm |
| Maximum paper trays | 1 |
| Maximum roll length | 3598.4" (91.4 m) |
| Maximum print length | 3582.7" (91 m) |
| Standard media sizes | All standard sizes larger than A4 |
| Maximum roll diameter | 5.35" (13.6 cm) |
| Media types supported | Bond and coated paper (bond, coated, heavyweight coated, super heavyweight coated), photographic paper (satin, gloss, semi-gloss, matte), technical paper (natural tracing, translucent bond, vellum), film (transparent, matte), self-adhesive and Vinyl (polypropylene, vinyl) |
| Print margin cut-sheet | 5 x 16.75 x 5 x 5 |
| Top metric copy margin | 5 mm |
| Left metric copy margin | 5 mm |
| Recommended media weight | 60 – 328 g/m² |
| Right metric copy margin | 5 mm |
| Media weights by paper path | 60 to 328 g/m2 |
| 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) | Tray 1: up to 31.5 mil |
| Media sizes supported (imperial) | A, B, C, D, E |
| 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 | No |
| USB connector | USB Type-A |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 189.6 lbs (86 kg) |
|---|---|
| Size (imperial) | 69.7" |
| Weight (imperial) | printer with stand 189 lb |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 69.7 x 26 x 41.2" (1770 x 661 x 1047 mm) |
| Dimension note (metric) | printer with stand |
| Pallet weight (imperial) | 315 lbs |
| Dimension note (imperial) | printer with stand |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) | 77.4 x 30.7 x 30.7" (1965 x 780 x 780 mm) |
| Maximum dimensions (W x D x H) | 69.7 x 28.8 x 41.2" (1770 x 732 x 1047 mm) |
| Product dimensions when open (LxWxD) | 69.7" |
| Pallet dimensions (W x D x H) (imperial) | 77.3 x 30.7 x 30.7" |
Power
| Power requirements | Input voltage (autoranging): 100 to 240 VAC (+/- 10%), 50/60 Hz (+/- 3 Hz), 2 Amp max |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (typical) | 200 W |
Operational conditions
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -25 – 55 °C |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 41 – 104 °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 | USA and Canada (CSA certified), EU (LVD and EN60950-1 compliant), Russia (GOST), Singapore (PSB), China (CCC), Argentina (IRAM), Mexico (NYCE) |
|---|---|
| Ink drop | 6 pl (C, M, PK, G), 9 pl (Y, MK) |
| Driver LAN | Novell NetWare 3.x/4.x clients |
| UNSPSC-code | 43212107 |
| Air pressure | 0.69 mmH2O |
| Control panel | 240 x 160 pixels greyscale graphical display, 4 direct-access buttons and 7 navigation buttons, 2 bicolor lights (Ready, Processing, Attention, Error) |
| Line accuracy | +/- 0.1% |
| Driver updates | http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com (Windows Printer Drivers); http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/support.html?pageDisplay=drivers (All printer drivers) |
| Line width minimum | 0.002 in |
| Minimum line width | 0.00167" (0.0423 mm) |
| Printer management | HP Web Jetadmin, HP Easy Print Care/Printer Utility |
| Roll maximum input | 1 |
| Technical features | Attain exacting detail—with gray HP Vivera Ink and improved line accuracy to 0.1%, 0.067 mm minimum line width Posters, presentations make a powerful impression—create hard-to-achieve tones with the Three-black ink set. Count on consistent, professional prints with over 20 Original HP media substrates—designed with Vivera Inks. Handle prints right off the printer—fast-drying HP Vivera Inks produce smudge-resistant prints. Print CAD & GIS projects quickly and accurately—up to 35 seconds/A1 page—with HP Scalable Printing Technology. Take advantage of time-saving features enabled by intelligence built into Original HP printing supplies. Present your professional best—HP Vivera Inks produce a wide range of colors, from vivid color to soft tones. |
| Embedded web server | Yes |
| Maximum internal memory | 128 GB |
| Acoustic power emissions | 6.9 B(A) |
| Acoustic pressure emissions | 57 dB |
| Minimum system requirements | Microsoft Windows 2000: Pentium III (733 MHz), 256 MB RAM, 2 GB available hard disk space; Microsoft Windows XP Home, XP Professional: Pentium IV (1 GHz), 512 MB RAM, 2 GB available hard disk space Microsoft Windows 2000: Pentium III (733 MHz), 512 MB RAM, 2 GB available hard disk space; Microsoft Windows XP Home, XP Professional: Pentium IV (1 GHz), 512 MB RAM, 2 GB available hard disk space Mac OS X v10.2, Mac OS X v10.3, Mac OS X v10.4 or higher; PowerPC G4, G5, or Intel Core Processor; 1 GB RAM; 2 GB available hard disk space |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | EU (EMC Directive), USA (FCC Rules), Canada (DoC), Australia (ACA), New Zealand (MoC), China (CCC), and Japan (VCCI) compliance for Class B products, Korea (MIC) and Taiwan (BSMI) certified. |
| JetDirect Compatible Products | Y |
| Compatible ink types, supplies | HP Vivera inks |
| 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 (black, draft quality) | 600 DPI |
| Media sizes standard (imperial rolls) | 8.5 to 44-in wide sheets, 11 to 44-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 v10.2, Mac OS X v10.3, Mac OS X v10.4 or higher; PowerPC G3 or Intel Core Processor; 256 MB RAM; 1 GB available hard disk space |
Logistics data
| Pallet weight | 315.3 lbs (143 kg) |
|---|---|
| Quantity per pallet | 1 pc(s) |
Packaging data
| Package weight | 271.2 lbs (123 kg) |
|---|---|
| Bundled software | HP Web Jetadmin, HP Easy Print Care/Printer Utility |
| Package weight (imperial) | 271 lbs |
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 77.4 x 30.7 x 30.7" (1965 x 780 x 780 mm) |
| Package dimensions (W x D x H) | 77.3 x 30.7 x 30.7" |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
|---|
System requirements
| Browser supported | Microsoft Internet Explorer (5.0 and higher); Netscape (6.0.1 and higher), Safari for Mac OS (10.3 and higher), Mozilla (1.5 and higher) |
|---|---|
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 2000, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista Ready; Novell NetWare 5.x, 6.x; Mac OS X v 10.2 or higher; Citrix MetaFrame |
Input & output capacity
| Total input capacity | 1 sheets |
|---|---|
| Total number of input trays | 1 |
Everything that fits the HP DesignJet T610
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
13 ink cartridges · 3 printheads · 99 paper & media items · 4 accessories
HP DesignJet T610 ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the HP DesignJet T610 44-in — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 13
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 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 90
Representative image16 Mil WR Opaque Scrim Vinyl (3″ AC)Representative image15 Mil Water-Resistant Econo Scrim VinylRepresentative 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 image350g Vivid Matte Poly/Cotton CanvasRepresentative image380g Premium Matte Poly/Cotton CanvasRepresentative image10 Mil Water-resistant Blockout Display FilmRepresentative image10 Mil White Opaque BackerRepresentative image5 Mil Water-Resistant Self-Adh Vinyl (3" AC)
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 m
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 C6777A printing film
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 m
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 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 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)
Questions
Straight answers
What AEC work is the HP Designjet T610 44-in Printer suited to?
It fits CAD drawings, GIS maps, permit sheets, plan sets, color-coded coordination drawings and occasional presentation output up to 44 inches wide. Its specified line accuracy of +/- 0.1% and minimum line width support technical drawing work.
How fast is it for plan output?
HP lists 70 D prints per hour and a 35 sec/page draft A1 plain-paper line-drawing time. Those figures do not include the delay from processing a dense PDF, changing a roll or gathering a mixed set.
Can it keep two paper rolls loaded?
No. The specified maximum roll input is 1. Teams that constantly alternate between plan bond and presentation media should consider the workflow impact; the HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in is the listed in-family dual-roll alternative.
Does the T610 include scanning and copying?
The listed paper handling is roll loading and a single-sheet rear tray, with basket output. No scanner or copy function is listed for this configuration.
Can it be shared over an office network?
Ethernet LAN is not listed as built in, while USB is listed and the printer is JetDirect compatible. Confirm whether a compatible Jetdirect print server is installed and validate driver support with the current workstation environment.
What media can it handle?
Supported media includes bond and coated papers, photographic papers, tracing and translucent technical papers, film, self-adhesive materials, polypropylene and vinyl. Recommended media weight is 60 – 328 g/m².
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