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HP DesignJet T850 36-in Printer
- Print technology
- Ink
- Memory
- 1 GB
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Key features
- Touchscreen
- Automatic document feeder
- Sheet input tray
- Automatic horizontal cutter
- Stand
- Wi-Fi
Technical specifications
Product
| UPC number | (AB1) 198701770633; (ABG) 196548313037; (AC4) 197498560564; (ACJ) 196548313044; (AKV) 197498560571; (B19) 196548313051; (B1K) 196548313068; (BCD) 196548313075; (EMU) 196548313082 |
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| Product type | Office Printers for CAD and GIS |
| Subcategory | Large format |
| UNSPSC code | 43212104 |
Memory
| Memory | 1 GB |
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Storage
| Storage temperature range | -13 to 131°F |
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| Internal Storage | None |
Display
| Product display name | HP DesignJet T850 Large Format 36-in Plotter Printer with Automatic A1/D and A3/B Printing in One Device, Compact Size |
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Software
| Software included | HP Click App, HP Click Driver for Windows 11, HP app for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS |
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| Print technology | HP Thermal Inkjet |
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| Acoustic power emissions (active, printing) | 5.8 B(A) (operating), |
| Print quality color (best) | Up to 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi |
| Print speed | 25 sec/page for D size, 90 D size 24" x 36" prints per hour[1] |
| Printing path | Wi-Fi Direct, remote printing, HP Click App, HP Click Driver for Windows 11, Apple AirPrint and HP app for Android and iOS devices, Windows and macOS printer drivers, printing support for Chrome OS |
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| Copyright notice | © Copyright 2026 HP Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. |
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Paper handling
| Media size maximum (mm) | 914 |
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| Media size maximum (in) | 36 |
| Media sizes standard (metric rolls) | 369 to 914 mm |
| Media sizes standard (sheets, rolls) | 14.5 to 36 in |
| Media sizes, custom | Input tray: 210 x 279 to 305 x 457 mm; Manual feed: 210 x 279 to 914 x 1676 mm |
| Media sizes supported | Input tray: A4, A3; Manual feed: A4, A3, A2, A1, A0 |
Physical
| Color ink technology | Pigment |
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| Print Cartridge/Bottle, Color(s) | Cyan, magenta, yellow, matte black |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 55.4 x 27.6 x 38.1 in |
| Color or black | Color |
| Roll maximum weight | 13.6 lb |
| Finished output handling | Sheet feed, roll feed, input tray (50 sheet capacity), media bin, automatic horizontal cutter |
| Media weight, recommended | 60 to 280 g/m² (roll/manual feed); 60 to 220 g/m² (input tray) |
| Weight | 103.6 lb |
Package
| Package dimensions (W x D x H) | 62 x 22.5 x 25.5 in |
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| Package weight | 156.5 lb |
Sustainability
| Energy star certified | Yes |
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| Environmental certification | ENERGY STAR, EPEAT, UL ECOLOGO® certified inks, CE marking (including WEEE, RoHS, REACH, ErP). In compliance with applicable WW RoHS materials restriction requirements. |
| Sustainability Impact | ENERGY STAR®; EPEAT®; UL Ecologo |
| Energy Usage CO2e (kg) | 130 |
| End of Life CO2e (kg) | 21 |
| Post consumer recycled plastic in hardware by weight of plastic | 42% |
| Production CO2e (kg) | 360 |
| Total CO2e (kg) | 543 |
| Transportation CO2e (kg) | 32 |
Warranty and service
| Manufacturer Warranty | One-year limited hardware warranty. Warranty and support options vary by product, country and local legal requirements. |
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| Supported Primary Applications | Banners; Line drawings; Maps; Posters; Presentations; Renderings; Signage |
| Playbook BTF e-tail Supporting (medium) | Protect your printer and data from cyberthreats without any effort thanks to HP Wolf Pro Security. |
Other
| What's in the box | HP DesignJet T850 Printer, printhead, introductory ink cartridges, printer stand, spindle, guide, warranty flyer, power cord |
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| Power consumption | 35 W (printing), |
| Power | Input voltage (auto ranging): 100-240 V (±10%), 50/60 Hz (±3 Hz), 1.2 A max |
| Registration required | No |
| Cartridge volume | 130 ml; 300 ml |
| Ink drop | 6 pl (C, M, Y); 12.6 pl (mK) |
| Ink types | Pigment-based (C, M, Y, mK) |
| Number of cartridges | 4 |
| Print Cartridges/Bottle, Number | 4 (C, M, Y, mK) cartridges |
| Print cartridge/bottle volume | 300 ml cartridge, 130 ml cartridge |
| Print head nozzles | 1376 per color; 5504 in total |
| Print heads | 1 (C, M, Y, mK) |
| Primary applications | Office documents and presentations; Engineering and construction documents; Advertising posters, roll-ups, and banners; Design and illustrations; Maps |
| Sub brand | DesignJet |
| 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) |
| Safety | USA and Canada (CSA certified); EU (RED Directive, EN 62368-1 compliant); Singapore (PSB); China (CCC); Mexico (NYCE); Argentina (IRAM); India (BIS) |
| Orderable supplies | HP Original Ink: HP 738 cartridges (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow), and HP 739 printhead |
| Connectivity | Apple AirPrint™; Ethernet networking; Wireless (Wi-Fi®); Wireless direct printing |
| Connectivity, standard | Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T), Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n |
| Network ready | Standard |
| Security features | HP Wolf Pro Security, HP Secure Boot, Allowlisting, Security event logging, Disable network ports and protocols, SNMPv3, 802.1x compatibility, TLS/SSL, HP Web JetAdmin, HP Security Manager, SIEM Integration, FIPS 140-2 (in transit) |
| Acoustic pressure emissions | 42 dB(A) (operating), |
| Non-Operating Humidity Range | 0 to 95% RH |
| Operating altitude | Up to 9843 ft |
| Operating humidity range | 20 to 80% RH |
| Operating temperature range | 41 to 104°F |
| Functions | Print only |
| Country of origin | China |
| Why to buy | Print CAD drawings, posters, and signage leveraging the world’s easiest print experience[1]—featuring HP Flex Tech Inks, auto handling from A4/A to A0/E, and HP Click[3] for effortless workflows. HP Wolf Pro Security safeguards data, while the compact T850 cuts waste[5][6] and helps save energy.[4] |
| Headline | Advance your environmental goals with a printer that reduces energy use by 65%[4] and is made with at least 35% recycled plastics.[5] Easily recycle your HP cartridges through HP’s Planet Partners program.[6] |
| Key selling point | Print it all—from renders and CAD drawings to educational posters and durable retail signage, you’ll see high-quality results across print sizes with pigment-based HP Flex Tech Inks. |
| Image legal disclaimer | Product image may differ from actual product |
| Product logos | AirPrint; CE marking; ENERGY STAR; EPEAT green; UL ECOLOGO; IPv6 Ready; Mac; Wi-Fi Certified; Windows 11 Compatible; HP Wolf Security logo |
| Monthly printed pages | Often |
| Taxonomy | Large Format Printers/ Plotters |
| Segment | Business |
| Non-printable area (cut-sheet) | 0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 x 0.2 in |
| Maximum optical density (black) | 15 L* min/1.7 D[3] |
| Line accuracy | ±0.1%[2] |
| Model size | 914 mm |
| Printer drivers included | Raster driver for macOS and Windows, HP Click Driver for Windows 11, HP-GL/2 driver for Windows |
| Print languages | TIFF, JPEG, URF, HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, CALS G4 |
| Theoretical minimum line width | 0.0008 in (via raster driver) |
| Maximum roll diameter | 3.9 in |
| Media thickness | Up to 11.8 mil |
| Printer Applications | Architecture; Engineering; Construction; Technical documents; Retail signage; Maps; Education; Presentation graphics |
| Recommended media | HP Universal Bond Paper (FSC® certified)[4] (recyclable)[5]; HP Coated Paper (FSC® certified)[4] (recyclable)[5]; HP Heavyweight Coated Paper (FSC® certified)[4] (recyclable)[5]; HP Recycled[6] Removable Adhesive Fabric; HP Opaque Scrim Banner; HP Production Matte Canvas; HP Backlit Polyester Film; HP Universal Instant?dry Gloss Photo Paper(FSC® certified)[4]; HP Universal Instant?dry Satin Photo Paper (FSC® certified)[4]; HP Everyday Matte Polypropylene |
| Roll maximum input | 1 |
| Roll size | Up to 36 in |
| Product Disclaimer | Certain HP printers are intended to work only with cartridges that have a new or reused HP chip or electronic circuitry. These printers use dynamic security measures to block cartridges using a non-HP chip or electronic circuitry. Periodic firmware updates will maintain the effectiveness of these measures and block cartridges that previously worked. Reused HP chips and electronic circuitry enable the use of reused, remanufactured, and refilled cartridges. |
| Dynamic security | Dynamic security enabled printer |
| Overview | Maximize agility with the world’s easiest A4/A to A0/E experience.[1] Simplify multi-size printing with the integrated input tray. Streamline print workflows with HP Click.[3] And meet office and environmental needs with this compact plotter. |
| Company | HPI |
| Code name | Beam Basic SF |
| Product long name | HP DesignJet T850 36-in Printer |
| Short product name | T850 |
| Product classification flag | Standard HP Product |
| Media thickness maximum (metric) | Up to 0.3 mm |
| Media types | Bond and coated paper (bond, coated, heavyweight coated, plain, bright white, blueprint), technical paper (natural tracing), film (clear, matte, backlit), photographic paper (ID satin, ID gloss), self-adhesive (matte/gloss, polypropylene gloss, removable fabric), banner (polypropylene matte, PVC banner), fine art material (canvas) |
| Technical features | A3 input tray;Auto-power on/off scheduler;130/300 ml cartridges;Max. resolution 2400 x 2400 dpi;Sheet organizer accessories;HP Wolf Pro Security;HP Flex Tech Inks |
| Tangible flag | Y |
| Ideal for | AEC firms, the education market, and retailers looking for a 36-inch printer that's secure, easy to use, and prints everything from high-quality CAD drawings and renders to educational posters and durable retail signage. |
| Playbook e-tail Gallery header | Printer includes at least 35% recycled plastics[4] |
| Playbook BTF e-tail Header | Reduce energy and ink waste |
| Material Type for item | FERT |
Notes and footnotes
- A product carbon footprint is defined as the total amount of greenhouse gases emitted directly and indirectly by a product over its lifetime. Greenhouse gas emissions are reported as global warming potential for 100-year time horizon (GWP-100) in units of CO2 equivalence. Calculations are done in accordance with ISO 14040 & ISO 14044. Individual values may not sum to total due to rounding.
- [1] Based on test results using HP Click with the HP DesignJet T850. This solution enables printing in fewer steps compared to main competitor printing solutions. Printing a 5-page mixed job set with A1 and A3 takes 3 steps using HP Click vs. 12 steps with competitor A and 8 steps with competitor B. Testing performed by Sogeti, April 2023. Detailed test report is available upon request.
- [2] Mechanical printing time. Printed in Fast mode with Economode on, using HP Bright White Inkjet Paper (bond) and Original HP Inks.
- [3] HP Click App is compatible with Windows and Mac. HP Click Driver is compatible with Windows 11 only. HP Click software is only compatible with Original HP ink supplies. Applicable to PDF, JPEG, TIFF, DWF, and HP-GL/2 files.
- [1] Mechanical printing time. Printed in Fast mode with Economode on, using HP Bright White Inkjet Paper (bond) and Original HP inks.
- [4] The percentage reductions in energy consumption are based on tests conducted by HP, 2024. Data based on the implementation of auto-scheduled on/off usage in various printer models, measured on a monthly basis. Actual savings may vary depending on the specific usage patterns, printer models, and environmental conditions.
- [5] Declared %RCP content is based on the quantity and weight of parts made with RCP resin over the total plastic parts.
- [2] ±0.1% of the specified vector length or ±0.2 mm (whichever greater) at 23ºC (73ºF), 50-60% relative humidity, on A0/E printing material in Best or Normal mode with HP Heavyweight Coated roll feed and Original HP inks.
- [6] Program availability varies. See https://www.hp.com/go/recycle .
- [3] With HP Universal Instant Dry Photo Gloss media with Original HP inks.
- [4] BMG trademark license code FSC®-C115319, see http://www.fsc.org . HP trademark license code FSC®-C017543, see http://www.fsc.org
- [5] Can be recycled through commonly available recycling programs.
