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HP Stitch S300
64" dye-sublimation printer
- ModelS300
- Prints64" wide
- Score64/100
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Analyst take
- The HP Stitch S300 64-in Printer is a 64-inch dye-sublimation device, not a conventional CAD plotter or multifunction plan printer.
- It supports roll media and a maximum print size of 64" x 48", with a maximum resolution of 1200 x 1200 DPI.
- Gigabit Ethernet and bundled HP Ergosoft RIP Color Edition make networked, RIP-managed production central to its workflow.
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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.
- Ink platform Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow.
- Connectivity Ethernet for shared team printing.
- Verified specs 8 specs checked against the manufacturer datasheet.
- Analyst score Scores 64/100 in our class-relative rating.
Overview
Built for the work
HP Stitch S300 64-in Printer, Dye-sublimation, 1200 x 1200 DPI, Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, 1200 x 1200 DPI, 1625 x 1220 mm, 0.5 mm
- 64″Max print width
- 4Ink channels
- 1,200 dpiMax resolution
Spec Analysis
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Expert analysis
What you should know
Key takeaways
- The HP Stitch S300 64-in Printer is a 64-inch dye-sublimation device, not a conventional CAD plotter or multifunction plan printer.
- It supports roll media and a maximum print size of 64" x 48", with a maximum resolution of 1200 x 1200 DPI.
- Gigabit Ethernet and bundled HP Ergosoft RIP Color Edition make networked, RIP-managed production central to its workflow.
- The device has no scanning, copying, or USB port, so it cannot replace a wide-format MFP serving redline and plan-set workflows.
- No measured ICC gamut data is supplied, so color superiority claims should be tested on the intended media and application.
- Its listed 71 dB printing sound pressure and controlled operating range warrant deliberate print-room placement.
AEC teams do not usually need dye-sublimation for permit sets or construction drawings. They need it when a project calls for color that lives beyond the plan room: branded site graphics, exhibit panels, wayfinding textiles, or presentation work where a flat cyan edge and a carefully held corporate color matter. The HP Stitch S300 64-in Printer is a 64-inch dye-sublimation device built for that specialized lane, rather than a conventional CAD plotter.
Its 1200 x 1200 DPI maximum resolution, four-color CMYK configuration, and roll-media support make it a practical consideration for firms bringing selected soft-signage or display-oriented work closer to the design team. It is not a scanner, copier, or walk-up plan-production MFP, and that distinction should shape the buying decision from the start.
64" x 48"Maximum print size
1200 x 1200 DPIMaximum resolution
Dye-sublimationPrint technology
71 dBPrinting sound pressure
Where it fits in an AEC environment
This machine fits best as a specialist color-production resource inside a larger AEC document environment. An architecture practice could use it for project branding or display applications; a contractor may see value where site identity and visual communication are produced alongside project materials. The important operational point is that dye-sublimation is a different workflow from ordinary bond-paper plan output.
For IT and print-room staff, the useful basics are Gigabit Ethernet, with 10, 100, and 1000 Mbit/s Ethernet LAN data rates, plus bundled HP Ergosoft RIP Color Edition. That combination places RIP-managed color preparation at the center of the workflow. There is no USB port listed, so network planning matters rather than treating this as an ad hoc local-output device.
Its operating range is 15 – 30 °C and 20 – 80% relative humidity. Those numbers deserve attention in a print room: stable conditions are part of making color work predictable, not merely an installation checklist.
Color workflow and operating considerations
The HP Stitch S300 64-in Printer uses four printheads and four HP 624 ink cartridges in black, cyan, magenta, and yellow. Service planning should also account for the HP 614 printheads, HP Series 300/500 Ink Collector Foam Kit, and HP Stitch S300/S500 User Maintenance Kit. These are not incidental details: continuity depends on keeping the appropriate operator-replaceable supplies available.
For media handling, the catalog identifies roll-paper support, a media thickness limit of 0.02″ (0.5 mm), and both HP Series 300 64-in Printer 2-in Spindle and HP Series 300 64-in Printer 3-in Spindle options. The HP Series 300/500 Edge Holder Kit is relevant where media-edge control is part of the job setup. Confirm the exact media and finishing workflow before committing production work.
Color claims should be treated carefully. No measured ICC gamut data is supplied here, so there is no defensible basis for declaring a gamut advantage over another device. For a direct catalog comparison, consider the Epson F9470 64-in, Epson SC-F9400 64-in, or the HP Stitch S300 and Epson SC-R5000 comparison.
What it is not designed to replace
This is not the right tool for a department whose core requirement is scanning marked-up drawings, copying plan sets, or producing everyday CAD and PDF documents on ordinary bond. It has no copying or scanning capability. At 71 dB while printing, it also deserves a considered location rather than an assumption that it will disappear into a quiet studio.
There is no in-family step-up or step-down model available in the supplied catalog for a direct same-series comparison. Buyers should therefore assess the S300 on its own workflow fit, then compare it with the listed 64-inch alternatives and review the wide-format class ranking as a starting point—not as a substitute for media testing and service-contract review.
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The read
The HP Stitch S300 64-in Printer is a credible specialist choice when an AEC organization needs 64-inch dye-sublimation output and can support a RIP-led, networked color workflow. Its value is clearest for visual communication work that sits beside—not in place of—plan printing, scanning, and copying. Validate media behavior, environmental control, local service capability, and the actual handoff from design file to finished application before treating it as a general-purpose reprographics device.
Spec analysis
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Verified specifications
The specs that decide it
| Print technology | Dye-sublimation |
|---|---|
| Maximum roll width | 64 in (1,625 mm)manufacturer-verified |
| Maximum resolution | 1,200 x 1,200 dpi |
| Print heads | 8 HP Thermal Inkjet (4 cyan/black, 4 magenta/yellow) |
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Ink supply capacity | 3 L, 775 mlmanufacturer-verified |
| Media types | Sublimation transfer paper, polyester fabric, filmmanufacturer-verified |
| Network | Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T); no USB |
| Weight | 950.2 lb (431 kg) |
| Warranty | One-year hardware warrantymanufacturer-verified |
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 technologyDye-sublimation
Max resolution1200 x 1200 DPI
Max print width64"
ColorColor
ConnectivityEthernet (Gigabit LAN)
Use caseGraphics / Production
Printing
| Color | Yes |
|---|---|
| Print head | 4 |
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Print technology | Dye-sublimation |
| Resolution color | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Maximum resolution | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
Performance
| HP segment | Home |
|---|---|
| Certification | Compliant with Class A requirements, including: USA (FCC rules), Canada (ICES), EU (EMC Directive), Australia and New Zealand (RCM), Japan (VCCI), Korea (KCC) |
| Country of origin | Malaysia |
| Sound pressure level (printing) | 71 dB |
Paper handling
| Roll paper | Yes |
|---|---|
| Media thickness | 0.5 mm |
| Maximum print size | 1625 x 1220 mm |
Ports & interfaces
| USB port | No |
|---|---|
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet interface type | Gigabit Ethernet |
Weight & dimensions
| Depth | 28" (710 mm) |
|---|---|
| Width | 100.8" (2560 mm) |
| Height | 54.3" (1380 mm) |
| Weight | 427.7 lbs (194 kg) |
Power
| AC input voltage | 200 – 240 V |
|---|---|
| AC input frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Power consumption (sleep) | 2 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 80 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 1000 W |
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 15 – 30 °C |
|---|---|
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 20 – 90% |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 – 80% |
| Non-operating relative humidity (non-condensing) | 20 – 90% |
Copying
| Copying | No |
|---|
Scanning
| Scanning | No |
|---|
Packaging data
| Package depth | 29.9" (760 mm) |
|---|---|
| Package width | 110.2" (2800 mm) |
| Package height | 48.8" (1240 mm) |
| Package weight | 687.8 lbs (312 kg) |
| Bundled software | HP Ergosoft RIP Color Edition |
Sustainability
| Sustainability compliance | Yes |
|---|---|
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
Brand-specific features
| HP dynamic security | Yes |
|---|
Everything that fits the HP Stitch S300
The full supplies hub lists every cartridge, printhead, roll and accessory verified against the manufacturer's own documentation for this machine.
5 ink cartridges · 3 printheads · 4 accessories
HP Stitch S300 ink and paper →Supplies
Compatible ink, printheads & media
Genuine consumables that fit the HP Stitch S300 64-in — only the cartridges, printheads and media compatible with this model.
Ink Cartridges 5
Printheads 3
Questions
Straight answers
Is the HP Stitch S300 64-in Printer suitable for everyday CAD plan printing?
It is better viewed as a specialist dye-sublimation color device than as a general plan-production printer. It has no scanning or copying capability, so it will not replace a wide-format MFP used for redlines, plan sets, or archive copying.
What connectivity does it provide?
The supplied data lists Gigabit Ethernet, with 10, 100, and 1000 Mbit/s Ethernet LAN data rates. No USB port is listed, so it should be planned as a network-connected device.
What consumables should a print room keep available?
The compatible supplies listed are HP 624 inks, HP 614 printheads, the HP Series 300/500 Ink Collector Foam Kit, and the HP Stitch S300/S500 User Maintenance Kit. Media-handling accessories include 2-inch and 3-inch spindle options and the HP Series 300/500 Edge Holder Kit.
Does it scan or copy drawings?
No. The supplied specifications list both copying and scanning as unavailable.
What site conditions should be checked before installation?
The listed operating temperature is 15 – 30 °C, with operating relative humidity of 20 – 80%. The printer is 100.8″ wide, 28″ deep, 54.3″ high, and weighs 427.7 lbs, so access, clearance, and practical roll-loading space should be reviewed.
How should we compare it with alternatives?
There is no supplied in-family step-up or step-down model for comparison. The catalog lists the Epson F9470 64-in, Epson SC-F9400 64-in, Epson SC-R5000 64-in, and Epson SC-R5000L 64-in as cross-brand 64-inch alternatives; compare workflow requirements, media support, service coverage, and application testing rather than resolution alone.
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