HP DesignJet T1600dr PS Plus Edition 36″ CAD Printer | 3EK13D
Dual-Roll Adobe PostScript CAD Printing with Built-In Security
Keep Projects Moving with Fast, Secure and Reliable CAD Printing
The HP DesignJet T1600dr PS Plus Edition is a professional 36-inch A0 plotter built for organisations that rely on accurate, high-volume CAD printing every day. Ideal for architects, engineers, construction companies, manufacturers, utility providers and public sector organisations, it delivers the speed, flexibility and security needed to keep projects moving.
This dual-roll Adobe PostScript model combines print speeds of up to 180 A1 drawings per hour, automatic media switching, an integrated 100-sheet top stacker, HP Wolf Security and intelligent workflow software in one compact, office-friendly design. Adobe PostScript® 3™ provides accurate PDF processing, making it the ideal choice for collaborative technical environments where drawings are regularly exchanged between multiple project teams.
At a Glance
- Model: HP DesignJet T1600dr PS Plus Edition
- Product Code: 3EK13D
- Configuration: Dual-roll with Adobe PostScript®
- Maximum Print Width: 36-inch (A0)
- Print Speed: Up to 180 A1 prints per hour
- Print Resolution: Up to 2400 × 1200 optimised dpi
- Ink System: Six-colour HP Bright Office Inks with dedicated grey
- Output: Integrated top stacker for up to 100 drawings
- Memory: 128 GB file-processing memory
- Storage: 500 GB self-encrypting SSD
- Software: HP Click Driver, HP Click Software
- Security: HP Wolf Security
- Print Languages: Adobe PostScript® 3™, Adobe PDF 1.7, HP-GL/2, HP-RTL, TIFF, JPEG and CALS G4
- Ink Sizes: 130ml or 300ml cartridges
Why Choose the HP DesignJet T1600dr PS Plus Edition?
Building on the success of the original HP DesignJet T1600, the Plus Edition introduces intelligent workflow software, enterprise-grade security and cloud collaboration.
It retains everything users value, including fast print speeds, exceptional line accuracy and the integrated 100-sheet top stacker. The dual-roll “dr” configuration automatically switches between media sizes or paper types, allowing uninterrupted production of A0, A1 and A2 drawings without manual intervention.
Combined with Adobe PostScript® 3™, HP Click Driver, HP Click software and HP Build Workspace Version Control, the T1600dr PS Plus Edition is designed to help busy technical teams print more efficiently, collaborate more effectively and reduce costly workflow interruptions.
Key Features
- Professional 36-inch A0 CAD printer
- Dual-roll media configuration
- Adobe PostScript® 3™
- Prints up to 180 A1 drawings per hour
- Up to 2400 × 1200 optimised dpi
- Six-colour HP Bright Office Ink system
- Dedicated grey ink for crisp monochrome output
- Integrated top stacker for up to 100 prints
- Front-loading media and ink replacement
- HP Wolf Security built in
- HP Click Driver for Windows 11
- HP Click batch printing software
- HP Build Workspace Version Control
- Compact, quiet office-friendly design
- Choice of 130ml or 300ml ink cartridges
Built for Technical Drawing Workflows
The T1600dr PS Plus Edition is designed for organisations producing technical drawings throughout the working day.
Architectural plans, engineering drawings, manufacturing layouts, utility schematics, GIS mapping and presentation boards are produced quickly and consistently.
The integrated top stacker keeps drawings organised and ready for collection, while the dual-roll system automatically switches between media widths or paper types, reducing interruptions and improving productivity during larger print runs.
Sharp CAD Drawings and Professional Presentation Graphics
HP Bright Office Inks produce crisp linework, smooth colour transitions and excellent detail across technical drawings and presentation graphics.
Dedicated grey ink enhances monochrome output, while print resolutions of up to 2400 × 1200 optimised dpi ensure accurate, professional-quality results for planning, design reviews and client presentations.
Adobe PostScript® 3™ for Professional CAD Workflows
For many technical teams, PDF has become the standard way of sharing drawings between architects, engineers, contractors and clients.
Adobe PostScript® 3™ enables the printer to process complex PDF files directly, preserving fonts, line weights, vector graphics and transparency exactly as intended.
Unlike standard printer languages, PostScript processes PDF files within the printer itself, delivering faster, more accurate and more consistent output across different CAD and design applications.
Benefits include:
- Native PDF processing
- Faster rendering of complex drawings
- Accurate reproduction of fonts and line weights
- Better handling of transparency and vector graphics
- Improved compatibility across CAD software
- Reliable output for collaborative project teams
- Comprehensive Print Language Support
The printer supports a broad range of industry-standard print languages including:
- Adobe PostScript® 3™
- Adobe PDF 1.7
- HP-GL/2
- HP-RTL
- TIFF
- JPEG
- CALS G4
Whether printing from AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, SolidWorks or other professional design applications, the printer delivers dependable and consistent results.
Easier Batch Printing with HP Click
HP Click allows users to print multiple PDF, JPEG and TIFF files using simple drag-and-drop workflows.
Benefits include:
- Batch printing
- Automatic nesting
- Intelligent media optimisation
- Reduced paper waste
- Faster print submission
- Print Directly from Windows with HP Click Driver
HP Click Driver integrates directly into Windows 11, allowing users to print from familiar applications with intelligent print settings and automatic previews.
Benefits include:
- Native Windows integration
- Guided print workflow
- Intelligent print settings
- Automatic preview
- Fewer print errors
- Reduced reprints
- Consistent output
Enterprise-Grade Security for Technical Workflows
HP Wolf Security helps protect confidential project information throughout the print workflow.
Security features include:
- HP Secure Boot
- Firmware validation
- Secure allowlisting
- User authentication
- TLS 1.3 encryption
- IPsec protection
Keep Every Team Working from the Latest Drawing
HP Build Workspace Version Control links printed drawings to cloud-based project files using QR codes, helping office and site teams confirm they are working from the latest approved revision and reducing costly rework.
Media Handling
The T1600dr PS Plus Edition supports:
Bond paper | Coated paper | CAD media | Sewing Pattern Paper | Presentation paper
Poster media
The dual-roll configuration allows two different paper widths or media types to remain permanently loaded, automatically selecting the appropriate roll for each print job. This reduces operator intervention, improves efficiency and is particularly valuable for mixed A0, A1 and A2 production environments.
Connectivity
Standard connectivity includes Gigabit Ethernet for dependable network printing.
Optional Wi-Fi is available via the HP Jetdirect accessory where wireless networking is preferred.
Ink Options
Choose from:
130ml HP 730 cartridges
300ml HP 730 high-capacity cartridges
Higher-capacity inks reduce interruptions and are ideal for higher-volume production environments.
Typical Applications
Ideal for:
- Architectural drawings
- Engineering documentation
- Construction plans
- Manufacturing layouts
- Utility mapping
- Infrastructure projects
- GIS
- CAD & BIM documentation
- Planning applications
- Government departments
The Bottom Line
The HP DesignJet T1600dr PS Plus Edition is the most capable model in the T1600 Plus Edition range.
By combining dual-roll productivity, Adobe PostScript® 3™, intelligent workflow software, enterprise-grade security and fast 180 A1-per-hour performance, it is built for organisations that demand maximum efficiency from their CAD printing.
For architects, engineers, manufacturers, utilities and public sector teams working across multiple projects and media types, it delivers the productivity, flexibility and reliability needed to keep work flowing from concept to completion.
