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HP DesignJet T850 MFP
36" wide-format MFPs
- ModelT850 MFP
- Prints36" wide
- Score62/100
Authorized HP dealerGenuine hardware & ink
1-year warranty includedExtendable to 5 years
Free shippingContinental U.S.
Plotter specialistsAEC experts, not just sellers
Analyst take
- A 36-inch single-roll thermal inkjet MFP with integrated color scanning, copying and a cut-sheet tray in one footprint.
- HP rates it at 90 A1 prints per hour in normal quality — an engine figure, before roll changes, drying and collation.
- ±0.1% line accuracy and up to 2400 x 1200 DPI handle CAD line work and small-text legibility on bond.
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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.
- Productivity Rated at 25 sec/page A1/D; up to 90 A1/D prints/hour (HP-rated).
- Ink platform Four Original HP Inks; 130 and 300 ml cartridges.
- Scan & copy Integrated scanner for digitizing and sharing sets.
- Connectivity Wi-Fi + Ethernet for shared team printing.
Overview
A 36-inch all-in-one for offices that print blueprints and spec sheets from the same corner
The HP DesignJet T850 36-in MFP is a current, single-roll thermal inkjet plotter with an integrated CIS scanner and copier, aimed at small-to-medium AEC workgroups that need one device instead of two. It prints up to 36-in wide, scans and copies in color up to 36 in, and pushes scans to cloud, email, a network folder, a PC or USB. Line accuracy is rated at ±0.1%, which is the number that matters when a surveyor or structural engineer expects a plotted dimension to hold. HP rates it at 90 A1 prints per hour in normal quality — treat that as a ceiling, not a throughput promise once processing, first-page-out and roll changes are counted.
- Design studios and MEP teams that mix D-size plots with A3/A4 spec sheets from one queue.
- Field-adjacent GC and survey offices needing scan-to-file and quick redline copies.
- Workgroups replacing an aging HP DesignJet T830 24-in and wanting the full 36-in width.
- IT-conscious offices wanting Ethernet, Wi-Fi and driver-managed submission.
Where it’s not the right tool: high-volume plan rooms that change rolls all day want the dual-roll HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in. Need only 24 in and no scanner? The HP DesignJet T870 24-in is the step-down.
- 36″Max print width
- 606 ft²/hRated speed
- 4Ink channels
- 2,400 dpiMax resolution
- 12 moIncluded warranty
Spec Analysis
overall
overall
Where it performs best
Connections
100
Size / Fit
90
Print Quality
82
Class best is 73. How we grade →
At a glance
- Print width
- Up to 36 in (914 mm), A0/A1 capable
- Print technology
- Thermal inkjet, 4 inks (C, M, Y, Matte black)
- Resolution
- 2400 x 1200 DPI
- Line accuracy
- ±0.1%
- Rated speed
- HP rates 90 A1 prints/hour (normal quality)
- Scan/copy
- Color CIS scanner, up to 36 in wide, 600 x 600 DPI optical
- Media handling
- 1 roll (3.94-in max diameter) plus cut-sheet input tray; up to 0.031-in thickness
- Connectivity
- Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, USB; scan to cloud/email/folder/PC/USB
Ideal for: small-to-medium AEC offices consolidating a blueprint plotter and a spec-sheet printer/scanner into one 36-in device. Not the tool for: continuous plan-room production, which wants the dual-roll HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in.
Features
What sets it apart
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Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- A 36-inch single-roll thermal inkjet MFP with integrated color scanning, copying and a cut-sheet tray in one footprint.
- HP rates it at 90 A1 prints per hour in normal quality — an engine figure, before roll changes, drying and collation.
- ±0.1% line accuracy and up to 2400 x 1200 DPI handle CAD line work and small-text legibility on bond.
- One roll means no automatic switching; mixed-size and mixed-media jobs require manual media swaps.
- HP Dynamic Security restricts non-HP ink chips, which affects offices relying on third-party cartridges.
- Uses HP 712 or higher-capacity HP 738 inks with the HP 739 printhead; scans up to 36" wide and 109.1" long.
Most small AEC offices don’t have a print-room problem. They have a two-machine problem: a wide-format plotter for the D-size bid set and a desktop laser for the letter-size spec pages, cover sheets and RFI attachments that go out with it. The HP DesignJet T850 36-in MFP is HP’s answer to that split — a 36-inch thermal inkjet plotter, an integrated color scanner and a small-format sheet tray in one footprint.
It is the current successor to the well-worn T830 line, and it is built for the same buyer: the studio or field trailer that wants to print, scan and copy drawings without walking a set across the office to a second device. Whether that consolidation pays off depends entirely on your volume and your file workflow.
36" (914 mm)Print widthsingle roll, plus cut-sheet feed
90 pphA1 print speedHP-rated, normal quality
±0.1%Line accuracymatters for scaled prints
600 x 600 DPIScan resolutionCIS, color scanning
What it actually is
The T850 prints up to 36 inches wide from a single roll (max 3.94″ diameter) at up to 2400 x 1200 DPI using the four-color HP 712 or higher-capacity HP 738 ink set with the HP 739 printhead. HP rates it at 90 A1 prints per hour in normal quality — a marketing figure that describes the engine at speed, not your morning bid-set with roll changes, drying and collation folded in.
Two features define its workflow value. First, an integrated CIS scanner and color copier (25–400% resize) that scans up to 36″ wide and 109.1″ long — enough for as-builts and field markups. Second, a cut-sheet input tray that takes small-format stock without touching the roll, so a plan set and its letter-size spec pages come off one device. The trade-off: with a single roll, mixed-size or mixed-media jobs mean manual media swaps. There is no automatic roll switching here.
Line quality, files and the network
For monochrome CAD on bond, the T850 does the core job: crisp fine lines, legible small text and ±0.1% line accuracy, which is the specification that matters when someone scales a dimension off a printed sheet. Color coordination drawings and GIS maps are within reach on the four-color set, though independent testing cited by Keypoint Intelligence suggests certain Canon competitors edge it on image quality at higher-quality settings. For a color-heavy studio, weigh that before committing.
File handling is broad — PDF, HP-GL/2, TIFF, JPEG, HP-RTL and CALS G4 print natively, and the bundled HP Click app spares you driver wrangling for one-off plots. IT should note two things. It offers Ethernet, Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct, scan-to network folder, email, USB and cloud. It also uses HP Dynamic Security, which restricts non-HP chips in cartridges — a factor if your procurement leans on third-party ink. Scan-to-file that lands in the right project folder is worth more than raw scan speed; the scanner is free, the person standing at it is not.
Estimate a real bid-set run from the HP-rated A1 speed — then add your own time for roll changes, drying and collation.
One set: – · Weekly plotting time: –
Computed from the manufacturer's rated 606 ft²/h. Real-world mixed sets run slower — treat this as a best case for comparing machines, not a promise.
Where it fits in the family
If your work never exceeds 24 inches, the HP DesignJet T830 24-in MFP delivers the same scan-and-print concept in a smaller, cheaper body. If you routinely run high volume, need dual rolls for unattended mixed-size production, or want secure job workflows, step up to the HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in — though it drops the integrated scanner. Buyers comparing brands should look hard at the Canon GP-300 36-in on the same criteria. See the full 36-inch class ranking before you sign.
Worth comparing
HP DesignJet T830 24-inSame MFP concept, narrower and smaller — for 24-inch-max shops.HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-inDual-roll production 36-inch; no scanner, more throughput.Canon GP-300 36-inSame-class rival; check color image quality at high settings.36-inch class rankingSee where the T850 sits against its peers.
The read
The T850 is a consolidation tool, not a production plotter. It earns its place in a small-to-medium AEC office by collapsing plot, scan, copy and small-format work into one node so a bid set and its spec pages leave from the same machine. The single roll and the four-color engine are its ceiling: high-volume mixed-size runs and color-critical presentation work will feel the limits. Choose the T850 if you’re a studio or field office that wants one device for drawings and markups and can live with occasional manual media swaps. Choose the T1600dr if throughput and dual-roll automation matter more than an onboard scanner — and check the Canon GP-300 if color image quality is your deciding factor.
Spec analysis
How the specs grade
Overall performance
- This printer
- HP DesignJet T2600dr MFP
Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Maximum print size | 914 mm (36 in) / A0 / E |
|---|---|
| Print speed | 25 sec/page A1/D; up to 90 A1/D prints/hour (HP-rated)manufacturer-verified |
| Maximum resolution | Up to 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi |
| Ink platform | Four Original HP Inks; 130 and 300 ml cartridgesmanufacturer-verified |
| Printhead | One Universal HP printheadmanufacturer-verified |
| Roll media | Single roll, up to 300 ft, 2-in coremanufacturer-verified |
| Connectivity | Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T), Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Internal memory | 2 GB |
| Scanner | CIS, 600 x 600 dpi, up to 36 x 109.1 in scan area |
| Certifications | EPEAT Gold with Climate+; Energy Star; UL Ecologo |
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), USB, Wi-Fi
Use caseCAD / Technical
Printing
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Printing colors | Cyan, Matte black, Magenta, Yellow |
| Print technology | Thermal inkjet |
| Resolution color | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Maximum resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
| Page description languages | PDF, HP-GL/2, TIFF, JPEG, HP-RTL, CALS G4, URF |
| Print speed (normal quality, A1) | 90 pph |
Performance
| HP segment | Business |
|---|---|
| Certification | Compliant with Class B requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (RED Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI); Korea (KCC) |
| Product color | Black |
| Internal memory | 2048 MB |
| Country of origin | China |
Paper handling
| Cut sheets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Media thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Custom media sizes | Input tray: 210 x 279 to 305 x 457 mm; Manual feed: 210 x 279 to 914 x 1676 mm |
| Maximum print size | A0 (841 x 1189 mm) |
| Maximum media width | 914 mm |
| Maximum roll diameter | 3.94" (10 cm) |
| Paper tray media types | Coated paper, Plain paper, Bond paper, Photo paper, Matte paper, Banner, Heavy paper, Satin paper |
| Roll weight (rear roll) | 13.7 lbs (6.2 kg) |
| Recommended media weight | 60 – 280 g/m² |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0…A9) | A0, A1, A2, A3, A4 |
| Non-printable area roll media (imperial) | 0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 |
Ports & interfaces
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB port | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes |
| Mobile printing technologies | HP ePrint |
Technical details
| Box contents | HP DesignJet T850 MFP, printheads, introductory ink cartridges, printer stand, spindle, guide, poster, warranty flyer, power cord |
|---|---|
| Compliance certificates | CE, REACH, RoHS, WEEE |
Weight & dimensions
| Depth | 27.6" (701 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 55.4" (1407 mm) |
| Height | 38.1" (967 mm) |
| Weight | 132.3 lbs (60 kg) |
Power
| AC input voltage | 100 – 240 V |
|---|---|
| AC input frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption (off) | 0.1 W |
| Power consumption (sleep) | 3.5 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.1 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 35 W |
Operational conditions
| Operating altitude | 0 – 118110.2" (0 – 3000 m) |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -25 – 55 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 – 40 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 0 – 95% |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 – 80% |
Other features
| UNSPSC-code | 43212104 |
|---|---|
| Line accuracy | ±0.1% |
| Maximum scan size | 36 x 109.1" (914 x 2770 mm) |
| Roll maximum input | 1 |
| All-In-One-multitasking | Yes |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | Compliant with Class B requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (RED Directive), Australia (ACMA), New Zealand (RSM), China (CCC), Japan (VCCI); Korea (KCC) |
| Non-printable area (imperial cut-sheet) | 0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 |
Copying
| Copying | Color copying |
|---|---|
| Copier resize | 25 – 400% |
Scanning
| Scan to | Cloud, E-mail, Network folder, PC, USB |
|---|---|
| Scanning | Color scanning |
| Scan technology | CIS |
| Minimum scan size | 127 x 127 |
| Maximum scan width | 36" (91.4 cm) |
| Maximum scan length | 109.1" (2.77 m) |
| Maximum media thickness | 0.0315" (0.8 mm) |
| Optical scanning resolution | 600 x 600 DPI |
Packaging data
| Package depth | 22.4" (570 mm) |
|---|---|
| Package width | 62" (1575 mm) |
| Package height | 25.6" (650 mm) |
| Package weight | 184.1 lbs (83.5 kg) |
| Bundled software | HP Click App, HP Click Driver for Windows 11, HP app for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS |
Sustainability
| Sustainability compliance | Yes |
|---|---|
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
Carbon footprint
| Total carbon footprint (kg of CO2e) | 420 |
|---|---|
| Carbon emissions, logistics (kg of CO2e) | 32 |
| Carbon emissions, end-of-life (kg of CO2e) | 21 |
| Carbon emissions, manufacturing (kg of CO2e) | 360 |
| Total carbon emissions, w/o use phase (kg of CO2e) | 10 |
Brand-specific features
| HP GTIN (EAN/UPC) | 196548313235 |
|---|---|
| HP dynamic security | Yes |
Everything that fits the HP DesignJet T850 MFP
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
8 ink cartridges · 12 paper & media items · 4 accessories · 17 coverage plans
HP DesignJet T850 MFP ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the HP DesignJet T850 36-in MFP — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 8
Paper & Media 12
Representative image350g Vivid Matte Poly/Cotton CanvasRepresentative image5 Mil Water-Resistant Self-Adh Vinyl (3" AC)Representative imageHP Universal Gloss Photo Paper
HP Universal Coated PaperRepresentative imageHP Universal Bond Paper, 4-packRepresentative imageHP Bright White Inkjet Paper, 4-pack
HP Opaque ScrimRepresentative imageKODAK Water-Resistant Scrim BannerRepresentative imageMagic 36LB Heavyweight Coated Inkjet Paper (JS036)Representative imageMagic 98gsm/26# Coated Matte Paper (DMPG98)Representative imageMagic 4mil Inkjet Clear Film w/ Side Stripe (DMCF4HPS)Representative image6.5mil Matte Coated Paper w/ PSA (746PSA)Accessories 4
Coverage & Support Plans 17
Hp 1-Year Post Warranty Next Business Day T850 Hardware Support (U56U2PE)Hp 1-Year Post Warranty Next Business Day T850 Mfp Hardware Support (U56U6PE)
Hp 2-Year In Warranty Next Business Day T850 Hardware Support (U56R8E)Hp 2-Year Post Warranty Next Business Day T850 Hardware Support (U56U3PE)Hp 2-Year Post Warranty Next Business Day T850 Mfp Hardware Support (U56U7PE)
HP 3-Year Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Support for T850 MFP (A and M Series) (U56RSE)Hp 3-Year In Warranty Next Business Day T850 Hardware Support (U56RJE)Hp 3-Year In Warranty Next Business Day T850 Mfp Hardware Support (U56S0E)HP 3 year Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Support for T850 (A Series)
HP 4-Year Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Support for T850 MFP (A and M Series) (U56RTE)Hp 4-Year In Warranty Next Business Day T850 Hardware Support (U56RKE)HP 4 year Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Support for T850 (A Series)Hp 4-Year In Warranty Next Business Day T850 Mfp Hardware Support (U56S1E)
HP 5-Year Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Support for T850 MFP (A and M Series) (U56RVE)Hp 5-Year In Warranty Next Business Day T850 Hardware Support (U56RLE)HP 5 year Next Business Day Onsite Hardware Support for T850 (A Series)Hp 5-Year In Warranty Next Business Day T850 Mfp Hardware Support (U56S2E)Questions
Straight answers
Can the T850 handle small-format prints without touching the roll?
Yes. It has a cut-sheet input tray for small-format stock (from 210 x 279 mm up to 12″ x 18″) separate from the roll, so plan sets and letter-size spec pages can run from one device.
Does it support unattended mixed-size production across two rolls?
No. The T850 has a single roll (max 3.94″ diameter), so mixed-size or mixed-media jobs require manual swaps. For dual-roll automation, look at the HP DesignJet T1600dr 36-in, which trades away the integrated scanner.
What can I scan and where can it send files?
It offers color scanning at up to 600 x 600 DPI, scanning up to 36″ wide and 109.1″ long, with scan-to cloud, email, network folder, PC and USB.
What inks and printhead does it use?
The four-color set — cyan, matte black, magenta and yellow — uses HP 712 or the higher-capacity HP 738 cartridges with the HP 739 printhead. Note HP Dynamic Security restricts non-HP chips.
How does it connect to our network?
It provides Ethernet LAN, Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct, plus a USB port, and prints PDF, HP-GL/2, TIFF, JPEG, HP-RTL and CALS G4 natively. Bundled HP Click simplifies one-off plots.
Is this machine still current, or is it being replaced?
It is current as of mid-2026 and is the successor to the T830 series. No direct replacement has been announced; it sits below higher-capacity models in HP’s technical lineup.
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