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HP DesignJet T830 MFP
24" wide-format MFPs
- ModelT830 MFP
- Prints24" wide
- Score53/100
Analyst take
- The HP DesignJet T830 24-in is discontinued as of 2026 but not yet End of Service Life; HP 728 inks and HP 729 printhead are generally still available.
- It combines 24-inch roll printing, color scanning and mono copying in one footprint, suiting small offices and job-site trailers.
- Rated at 81 A1 pph (HP QuickSpecs) with 0.1% stated line accuracy—adequate for permit sets and check prints on bond.
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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, Matte black, Magenta, Yellow.
- Scan & copy Integrated scanner for digitizing and sharing sets.
- Connectivity Wi-Fi + Ethernet for shared team printing.
- Verified specs 9 specs checked against the manufacturer datasheet.
Overview
A compact 24-inch plot-scan-copy node for small AEC teams — now near the end of its run
The HP DesignJet T830 is a 24-inch color inkjet multifunction unit built for the small architecture studio, survey crew or field office that needs to print, scan and copy drawings from one footprint. It handles rolls up to 24 inches wide, cut sheets, and a color CIS scanner rated to a 24-inch scan width — enough to keep a redline, a permit set and a quick as-built copy moving without a separate scanning station. HP rates it at 81 A1 prints per hour in normal mode, though real throughput depends on file processing, first-page-out and roll changes, not the datasheet.
- Small architecture or design studios producing D-size and A1 check sets in-house.
- Survey and civil field offices needing scan-to-email, scan-to-USB and Wi-Fi submission.
- GC job trailers wanting one machine to print, copy and archive drawings.
- Firms standardized on HP-GL/2 and PDF workflows through HP Click.

Two cautions. First, the T830 is now discontinued; HP still supplies HP 728 inks and the HP 729 printhead, but firmware and support will taper. Second, independent owners note the pigment black doesn’t dry cleanly on glossy stock, so presentation renderings suffer. If you need 36-inch width or better archival color, the in-family HP DesignJet T850 36-in is the current successor.

- 24″Max print width
- 552 ft²/hRated speed
- 4Ink channels
- 2,400 dpiMax resolution
- 12 moIncluded warranty
overall
Where it performs best
Class best is 54. How we grade →
At a glance
- Print width
- 24 in (610 mm) roll and cut sheet
- Print technology
- Inkjet, 2400 x 1200 DPI, 4 inks (CMY + matte black)
- Scan / copy
- Color CIS scan to 24 in wide; mono copy at 600 x 600 DPI
- Rated print speed
- 81 A1 pph normal / 26 s per A1 (HP QuickSpecs)
- Connectivity
- Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, USB Type-A, HP ePrint, AirPrint
- Max print length
- 24 in x 75 in (610 x 1897 mm)
- Line accuracy
- ±0.1%
- Consumables
- HP 728 inks, HP 729 printhead
Ideal for: small AEC studios and field offices needing print, scan and copy in a 24-inch footprint. Not the tool for: 36-inch sets, glossy presentation renderings, or buyers who need long-term firmware and parts assurance from a current model.
Features
What sets it apart
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Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The HP DesignJet T830 24-in is discontinued as of 2026 but not yet End of Service Life; HP 728 inks and HP 729 printhead are generally still available.
- It combines 24-inch roll printing, color scanning and mono copying in one footprint, suiting small offices and job-site trailers.
- Rated at 81 A1 pph (HP QuickSpecs) with 0.1% stated line accuracy—adequate for permit sets and check prints on bond.
- Independent owners report weak black adhesion on glossy photo paper, making it a poor fit for presentation-grade renderings.
- It is single-roll and mono-copy only, so it is not built for high-volume unattended production.
- The HP DesignJet T850 36-in is the current successor; the T870 24-in is the print-only sibling.
The HP DesignJet T830 24-in was HP’s answer to a specific problem: the small firm or job-site trailer that needs to print a D-size permit set, scan a marked-up redline, and email it back to the office—without three separate machines and a dedicated operator. It is a 24-inch multifunction inkjet, roll-fed, with a color scanner and copier bolted into one footprint you can actually fit in a corner.
One caveat before you read further: as of 2026 the T830 is discontinued. It is not yet End of Service Life, so HP 728 inks and the HP 729 printhead and parts are generally still available—but this is a machine you buy from remaining stock or inherit, not one you spec into a five-year fleet plan.
What it is, in workflow terms
Think of the T830 as a node that collapses three steps into one. It prints from roll or cut sheet up to 24″ x 75″, scans and copies up to 24 inches wide at 600 x 600 DPI, and pushes scans straight to cloud, email or USB. For a small studio that was previously walking drawings to a reprographics shop, that is real time back: a scan-to-email of a redline set is minutes, not a round trip.
Connectivity is broad for the class—Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, HP ePrint and AirPrint. It speaks HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF, JPEG and CALS G4, so it drops into a standard AutoCAD and Bluebeam workflow without drama. The HP Click app handles single-file PDF submission cleanly, which matters when the person hitting print is an architect, not a print operator.
Where it performs, and where it doesn't
For monochrome plotting on bond—the daily reality of most AEC output—the T830 does the job. Fine lines and small text hold up, and the HP-stated 0.1% accuracy is adequate for check prints and permit sets. Color coordination drawings are fine on plain and coated stock.
The honest limitation is presentation-grade color. Independent owners have noted the T830 uses a pigment black with dye colors, and the black does not adhere well on glossy photo paper—the printer mixes color inks to fake black, producing muddy, off-color results. If your work regularly includes glossy renderings or presentation boards, this is the wrong tool. It is also single-roll and mono-copy only.

How it sits in its own family
- Need wider output? The current 36-inch multifunction successor is the HP DesignJet T850 36-in, which HP positions as the replacement and uses pigment inks across all colors for better water resistance.
- Want print-only, no scanner? The HP DesignJet T870 24-in keeps the 24-inch width without the MFP hardware.
- Higher volume, dual-roll? Step up to the HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in for unattended long runs and automatic roll switching.
Cross-shopping other brands? The Canon GP-200 24-in is the obvious same-class rival to line up side by side.
Estimate a plot run using the HP-rated A1 speed. Remember: this reflects print motion only—file spooling, drying and manual roll loading are yours to add.
One set: – · Weekly plotting time: –
Computed from the manufacturer's rated 552 ft²/h. Real-world mixed sets run slower — treat this as a best case for comparing machines, not a promise.
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The read
The T830 was a sensible single-box solution for a small office or job site that prints mostly monochrome bond and needs scan-to-file without a trip to the repro shop. That job it still does. But it is discontinued, single-roll, mono-copy, and weak on glossy color—so buy it only from remaining stock, with clear eyes about parts availability over its remaining life. A plotter that saves a walk to the copier buys you nothing if you’re also fighting for a printhead in year three. Decision rule: Choose the T830 if you’re consolidating three site-trailer devices into one and print mostly mono at 24 inches; choose the T850 36-in if you’re buying new, need presentation color, or ever plot wider than D-size.
Spec analysis
How the specs grade
Overall performance
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Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Maximum print size | 24 x 74.7 in (610 x 1897 mm) |
|---|---|
| Max roll width | 24 in (610 mm)manufacturer-verified |
| Print speed (HP-rated) | 26 sec/page on A1, 81 A1 prints per hourmanufacturer-verified |
| Maximum resolution | up to 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi |
| Droplet size | 12.6 plmanufacturer-verified |
| Print cartridges | 4 (Cyan, Matte black, Magenta, Yellow)manufacturer-verified |
| Page description languages | HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF, JPEG, CALS G4, URF (no PostScript) |
| Connectivity | Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T), Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n |
| Scan technology / resolution | CIS, 600 x 600 dpi, up to 24 in wide x 109.1 in long |
| Power consumption (typical) | 35 watts |
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
Printing
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Print head | 1 |
| Printing colors | Cyan, Matte black, Magenta, Yellow |
| Print technology | Inkjet |
| Resolution color | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
| Page description languages | HP-GL/2, TIFF, JPEG, HP-RTL, CALS G4, URF |
Performance
| HP segment | Business |
|---|---|
| Certification | Compliant with Class B requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC/R&TTE Directives), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI); Certified as Class A product: Korea (KCC) |
| Internal memory | 1024 MB |
| Country of origin | China, Thailand |
| Maximum internal memory | 1024 MB |
| Sound power level (standby) | 16 dB |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 48 dB |
Paper handling
| Cut sheets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Media thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Custom media sizes | Input tray: 210 x 279 to 330 x 482 mm; Manual feed: 330 x 482 to 610 x 1897 mm |
| Maximum print size | 610 x 1897 mm |
| Maximum roll diameter | 3.94" (10 cm) |
| Paper tray media types | Coated paper, Plain paper, Semi-glossy paper, Glossy paper, Bond paper, Photo paper, Recycled paper, Matte paper, Heavy paper, Satin paper |
| Print margin cut-sheet | 5 x 5 x 5 x 5 |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0…A9) | A1, A2, A3, A4 |
| Borderless printing media sizes | A3, A4 |
Ports & interfaces
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB port | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| USB connector | USB Type-A |
| Direct printing | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Mobile printing technologies | HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint |
Technical details
| Box contents | HP DesignJet T830 24-in MFP, printhead, ink cartridges, printer stand, spindle, quick reference guide, setup poster, startup software, power cord, refeed preventers |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Depth | 23.8" (605 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 43.2" (1098 mm) |
| Height | 45.5" (1155 mm) |
| Weight | 103 lbs (46.7 kg) |
Power
| AC input voltage | 100 – 240 V |
|---|---|
| AC input frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption (off) | 0.2 W |
| Power consumption (sleep) | 3.5 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.2 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 35 W |
Operational conditions
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -25 – 55 °C |
|---|---|
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 – 40 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 – 80% |
Other features
| UNSPSC-code | 43212110 |
|---|---|
| All-In-One-multitasking | Yes |
| Maximum internal memory | 1 GB |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | Compliant with Class B requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC/R&TTE Directives), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI); Certified as Class A product: Korea (KCC) |
Copying
| Copying | Mono copying |
|---|---|
| Copier resize | 50 – 400% |
| Maximum copy resolution | 600 x 600 DPI |
| Maximum number of copies | 99 copies |
Scanning
| Scan to | Cloud, E-mail, USB |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 0.1% |
| Scanning | Color scanning |
| Scan technology | CIS |
| Maximum scan width | 24" (61 cm) |
| Maximum scan length | 109.1" (2.77 m) |
| Maximum media thickness | 0.0315" (0.8 mm) |
| Maximum scan resolution | 600 x 600 DPI |
| Optical scanning resolution | 600 x 600 DPI |
Packaging data
| Package depth | 22.4" (570 mm) |
|---|---|
| Package width | 51.6" (1310 mm) |
| Package height | 25.4" (645 mm) |
| Package weight | 144.8 lbs (65.7 kg) |
| Bundled software | HP Click App, HP Click Driver for Windows 11, HP Smart app, HP Support Assistant, HP Print Preview for Windows, HP DesignJet Utility for macOS and Windows |
| Cartridge(s) included | Yes |
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; EPEAT registered |
Carbon footprint
| Total carbon footprint (kg of CO2e) | 720 |
|---|---|
| Carbon emissions, logistics (kg of CO2e) | 53 |
| Carbon emissions, end-of-life (kg of CO2e) | 1 |
| Carbon emissions, manufacturing (kg of CO2e) | 586 |
| Total carbon emissions, w/o use phase (kg of CO2e) | 79 |
System requirements
| Mac operating systems supported | Yes |
|---|---|
| Windows operating systems supported | Yes |
Brand-specific features
| HP ePrint | Yes |
|---|---|
| HP GTIN (EAN/UPC) | 194850951657. 194850951671 |
| HP dynamic security | Yes |
| HP GTIN (EAN/UPC) with options | (ABA) 194850951657; (B1K) 194850951671 |
Everything that fits the HP DesignJet T830 MFP
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
12 ink cartridges · 27 paper & media items · 3 accessories · 13 coverage plans
HP DesignJet T830 MFP ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the HP DesignJet T830 24-in Multifunction Printer — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 8
Paper & Media 12
Representative image350g Vivid Matte Poly/Cotton Canvas
Representative image5 Mil Water-Resistant Self-Adh Vinyl (3" AC)
Representative image6.5mil Matte Coated Paper w/ PSA (746PSA)
Representative imageMagic 4mil Inkjet Clear Film w/ Side Stripe (DMCF4HPS)
Representative imageMagic 98gsm/26# Coated Matte Paper (DMPG98)
Representative imageHP Bright White Inkjet Paper, 4-pack
HP Opaque Scrim
Representative imageHP Universal Bond Paper, 4-pack
HP Universal Coated Paper
Representative imageHP Universal Gloss Photo Paper
Representative imageMagic 36LB Heavyweight Coated Inkjet Paper (JS036)
Representative imageKODAK Water-Resistant Scrim BannerAccessories 2
Coverage & Support Plans 13
HP 1 year Post Warranty Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Support for T830-24 MFP
HP 2 year Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Support for T830-24 MFP
HP 2 year Post Warranty Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Support for T830-24 MFP
HP 3 year Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Support for T830-24 MFP
HP 4 year Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Support for T830-24 MFP
Hp 5 Year Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Support For T830-24 Mfp – (U9RS6E)
HP NBD Onsite HW Subscription Support for T830-24 MFP (per month)
HP Preventive Maintenance Hardware Support (U1XV4E)
HP Installation and Network Setup Service for Low End Series
Hp 2Y Nbd T830 Mfp Hw Support (U8TY8E)
Hp 3Y Nbd T830 Mfp Hw Support (U8PH3E)
Hp 4Y Nbd T830 Mfp Hw Support (U8TY9E)
Hp 5Y Nbd T830 Mfp Hw Support (U8PH4E)Questions
Straight answers
Is the HP DesignJet T830 24-in still sold by HP?
No. As of 2026 it is officially discontinued. It has not reached End of Service Life, so inks, printheads and limited parts are typically still available through HP and authorized partners, but expect declining support over time.
What replaces the T830 if I'm buying new?
HP’s primary successor in the 24-inch multifunction category is the HP DesignJet T850 36-in, which uses pigment inks across all colors for better water resistance. If you don’t need a scanner, the HP DesignJet T870 24-in is the print-only 24-inch option.
Can it print good-quality color renderings?
For plain and coated-paper color it is fine, but independent owners report that its pigment black does not adhere well on glossy photo paper and the printer mixes color inks to simulate black, producing muddy results. For presentation-grade glossy work, look to the T850 instead.
How wide and how long can it print and scan?
It prints up to 24″ x 75″ (610 x 1897 mm) and scans up to 24 inches wide with a maximum scan length of 109.1″ (2.77 m) at 600 x 600 DPI.
Does it fit standard CAD and PDF workflows?
Yes. It supports HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF, JPEG and CALS G4, connects via Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct, and includes HP Click, HP Smart and the DesignJet Utility for Windows and macOS, plus HP ePrint and AirPrint for mobile submission.
Which inks and printhead does it use?
It uses HP 728 ink cartridges and the HP 729 printhead, with a single printhead and four colors: cyan, matte black, magenta and yellow.
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