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HP Latex 560
64" latex signage printer
- ModelLatex 560
- Prints64" wide
- Score58/100
Authorized HP dealerGenuine hardware & ink
1-year warranty includedExtension plans available
Free shippingContinental U.S.
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Analyst take
- The HP Latex 560 Printer supports roll widths from 10 to 64 inches, making it relevant to wide banners and project graphics.
- HP lists a normal-quality print speed of 91 m²/hr, but finished-job timing still includes loading, unloading, trimming and handoff.
- It is an Ethernet-only production device; Wi-Fi, USB, scanning and copying are not listed.
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- Wide-format reach Prints up to 64" wide on rolls and sheets.
- Fine detail 1200 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution for crisp line work.
- Connectivity Ethernet for shared team printing.
- Verified specs 10 specs checked against the manufacturer datasheet.
- Analyst score Scores 58/100 in our class-relative rating.
Overview
Built for the work
HP Latex 560 Printer, Latex printing, 1200 x 1200 DPI, Black, Cyan, Light Cyan, Light magenta, Magenta, Yellow, 91 m²/hr, Banner, 0.5 mm
- 64″Max print width
- 980 ft²/hRated speed
- 7Ink channels
- 1,200 dpiMax resolution
- 12 moIncluded warranty
Spec Analysis
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Features
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Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The HP Latex 560 Printer supports roll widths from 10 to 64 inches, making it relevant to wide banners and project graphics.
- HP lists a normal-quality print speed of 91 m²/hr, but finished-job timing still includes loading, unloading, trimming and handoff.
- It is an Ethernet-only production device; Wi-Fi, USB, scanning and copying are not listed.
- The maximum roll diameter is 9.8 inches, so confirm that your standard media rolls match the machine’s handling limits.
- HP 831 inks, HP 831 printheads and the HP Latex User Maintenance Kit are the listed consumable families.
- There is no supplied in-family comparison model, so buyers should compare the actual media and workflow requirements of catalog-listed 64-inch alternatives.
The HP Latex 560 Printer is a 64-inch Latex printer for teams producing banners, project signage and color graphics where plan-room output needs to be visible, durable-looking and ready to move through a practical production workflow. It is not a scanner, copier or Wi-Fi device. It is a networked production printer with one Ethernet LAN connection, a built-in display and support for rolls from 10 to 64 inches wide.
For AEC users, the fit is straightforward: construction-site banners, wayfinding, safety messaging, GIS visuals and presentation graphics that need color beyond ordinary monochrome plans. HP lists normal-quality speed at 91 m²/hr, but rated speed gets media through the printer; finished work still depends on loading, take-up, trimming and the next operator task. The 9.8-inch maximum roll diameter is one of those details worth checking against the rolls your shop actually buys.
64" (162.5 cm)Maximum roll widthSupports roll widths from 10"–64" (254 – 1625 mm).
1200 x 1200 DPIMaximum resolutionFor detailed color graphics and legible visual information.
91 m²/hrNormal-quality print speedHP-listed normal-quality speed; actual finished throughput depends on media handling and operator workflow.
101" (2560 mm)Machine footprintDepth is 31" (792 mm) and height is 56" (1420 mm).
Where it earns its floor space
This is most convincing when a project team needs repeatable color graphics at banner width rather than a multifunction plan-production device. Civil, survey and construction teams can use that width for large-format mapping, directional graphics and jobsite communication. Architecture and engineering groups can keep presentation visuals and coordination graphics closer to the project team instead of routing every job to an outside provider.
Media handling sets the pace. The printer accepts rolls up to 64 inches wide and 9.8 inches in diameter, with a stated media-thickness limit of 0.02 inches. That makes roll selection, edge condition and changeover discipline part of the production decision. The Epson F9470 64-in is a catalog-listed 64-inch alternative for buyers comparing similarly wide inkjet equipment, while the side-by-side comparison is the better place to check workflow differences before standardizing a fleet.
Estimate print time from the verified rated speed, then add your own allowance for loading, trimming, take-up and any finishing step.
One set: – · Weekly plotting time: –
Computed from the manufacturer's rated 980 ft²/h. Real-world mixed sets run slower — treat this as a best case for comparing machines, not a promise.
Network, consumables and daily production reality
The HP Latex 560 Printer connects by Ethernet LAN at 10, 100 or 1000 Mbit/s; Wi-Fi and USB are not listed. That favors a fixed print-room location with a managed network path, rather than an ad hoc field-office setup. IT should confirm the Ethernet drop, physical access, print submission method and operating environment before delivery. The stated operating range is 15–30 °C with 20–80% relative humidity.
Consumables are built around HP 831 inks and HP 831 printheads, with the HP Latex User Maintenance Kit listed for maintenance. Seven printheads and seven cartridges are specified. The listed printing colors are Black, Cyan, Light Cyan, Light magenta, Magenta and Yellow. For an AEC print room, that means assigning ownership for ink monitoring and routine maintenance rather than treating the device like an unattended office plotter.
What it does not replace
Do not buy this machine expecting it to replace a CAD multifunction system. It has no scanning or copying capability, so redline capture, archive conversion and walk-up plan copying remain separate workflows. It also should not be selected on its rated speed alone: a banner job is only finished after media is unloaded, trimmed and handed to the next step.
There is no in-family step-up or step-down model in the supplied catalog set, so a direct family ladder cannot be established here. Cross-brand buyers can also review the Epson SC-R5000 64-in and the Epson SC-R5000L 64-in. Ask three things: what feeds it, what happens to the print after it exits, and who owns service when a deadline is live.
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The read
The HP Latex 560 Printer suits AEC teams that need 64-inch color banner and graphic production on a wired print-room network, and that have a real operator workflow for roll media. Its 1200 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution, broad roll-width range and HP-listed 91 m²/hr normal-quality speed make it a credible production device for visual project communication. The trade-off is clear: it does not scan, copy or connect by Wi-Fi, and its output workflow still needs people, space and process. For a small shop, it makes sense only when wide color work is frequent enough to keep that floor space and operator attention productive.
Where it sits in the field: see the head-to-head against the Epson F9470 64-in or the full class leaderboard.
Spec analysis
How the specs grade
Overall performance
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Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Maximum roll width | 64 in (1625 mm) |
|---|---|
| Maximum resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Print technology | Water-based HP Latex inks |
| Ink cartridge capacity | 775 mlmanufacturer-verified |
| Number of print cartridges / printheads | 7 cartridges, 7 printheadsmanufacturer-verified |
| Media thickness | up to 0.2 in (5 mm) |
| Roll weight capacity | 121.3 lb (55 kg)manufacturer-verified |
| Connectivity | Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T), 1x RJ-45; no USB, no Wi-Fi |
| Power / consumption | 200–240 V AC; up to 4 kW typical |
| Footprint & weight | 100.8 in W x 31.2 in D x 55.9 in H; 485 lb (220 kg) |
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 technologyLatex printing
Max resolution1200 x 1200 DPI
Max print width64"
ConnectivityEthernet (Gigabit LAN)
Use caseGraphics / Production
Printing
| Colour | Yes |
|---|---|
| Print head | 7 |
| Print technology | Latex printing |
| Printing colours | Black, Cyan, Light Cyan, Light magenta, Magenta, Yellow |
| Maximum resolution | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Number of print cartridges | 7 |
| Print speed (normal quality) | 91 m²/hr |
Performance
| HP segment | Home |
|---|---|
| Certification | WEEE, RoHS, REACH, EPEAT Bronze, OSHA, CE |
| Product colour | Black, Grey |
| Built-in display | Yes |
| Sound power level (standby) | 39 dB |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 59 dB |
Paper handling
| Media thickness | 0.5 mm |
|---|---|
| Maximum roll width | 162.5 cm |
| Maximum roll diameter | 25 cm |
| Roll widths supported | 254 – 1625 mm |
| Paper tray media types | Banner |
Ports & interfaces
| Wi-Fi | No |
|---|---|
| USB port | No |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| RJ-45 ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
Weight & dimensions
| Depth | 792 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 2560 mm |
| Height | 1420 mm |
| Weight | 220 kg |
Power
| Power consumption (typical) | 4000 W |
|---|
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 15 – 30 °C |
|---|---|
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 20 – 90% |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 – 80% |
Copying
| Copying | No |
|---|
Scanning
| Scanning | No |
|---|
Packaging data
| Package depth | 1037 mm |
|---|---|
| Package width | 2750 mm |
| Package height | 1689 mm |
| Package weight | 330 kg |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Cartridge(s) included | Yes |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
|---|
Everything that fits the HP Latex 560
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
22 ink cartridges · 4 printheads · 12 paper & media items · 6 accessories · 2 coverage plans
HP Latex 560 ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the HP Latex 560 64-in — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 22
HP 831 Latex Maintenance Cartridge
HP 831C 775-ml Black Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831C 775-ml Cyan Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831C 775-ml Magenta Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831C 775-ml Yellow Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831C 775-ml Light Magenta Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831 775-ml Latex Optimizer Ink Cartridge
HP 831B 775-ml Light Cyan Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831A 775-ml Light Cyan Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831A 775-ml Cyan Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831A 775-ml Light Magenta Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831A 775-ml Magenta Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831A 775-ml Black Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831A 775-ml Yellow Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831A 775-ml Cyan Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831A 775-ml Black Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831A 775-ml Light Cyan Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831A 775-ml Yellow Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831A 775-ml Magenta Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831 775-ml Latex Optimizer Ink Cartridge
HP 831A 775-ml Light Magenta Latex Ink Cartridge
HP 831C 775-ml Light Cyan Latex Ink CartridgePrintheads 4
Paper & Media 12
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Coverage & Support Plans 2
Questions
Straight answers
Is the HP Latex 560 Printer a replacement for a CAD plotter or plan-room MFP?
Not by itself. The supplied specifications list no scanning or copying capability, so walk-up copying, redline capture and archive scanning require separate equipment or workflow.
What AEC work is it most suited to?
It is most relevant to wide color banners, site communication, wayfinding, maps and presentation-oriented project graphics. Its maximum roll width is 64 inches.
How should we interpret the listed 91 m²/hr speed?
HP lists 91 m²/hr at normal quality. Use that as printer-output capacity, then add the time your team needs for roll loading, unloading, trimming and any downstream finishing.
What connectivity should IT plan for?
The printer has one RJ-45 Ethernet LAN port and supports 10, 100 and 1000 Mbit/s Ethernet data rates. Wi-Fi and USB are not listed.
What consumables should the print room stock?
The resolved consumables include HP 831 inks, HP 831 printheads and the HP Latex User Maintenance Kit. Assign responsibility for routine maintenance and inventory before the printer becomes deadline-critical.
What physical and environmental checks should be made before installation?
Allow for a machine measuring 101 inches wide, 31 inches deep and 56 inches high, weighing 485 lbs. The stated operating range is 15–30 °C and 20–80% relative humidity.
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