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HP DesignJet T520 Printer Series

Mid-tier 24-in wide-format inkjet plotter for small CAD/architecture teams. A1 plots in 35 seconds, 70 A1/hour, 2400 x 1200 dpi, 4-cartridge HP 711 ink set, 4.3-inch color touchscreen, Wi-Fi standard, with stand.

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Print speed
1.7 ppm color
Paper capacity
100 sheets
Duplex
Manual Duplex
Connectivity
USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the HP DesignJet T520 Printer Series is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You're a small-to-mid architecture, engineering, or design firm (3-10 seats) that needs in-house A1/D plot output with photo-quality detail.
  • You print 10-50 A1 plots per day — 35 seconds per A1, around 70 A1 prints per hour, at 2400 x 1200 dpi.
  • You want a floor-standing 24-inch wide-format printer with a real 4.3-inch color touchscreen — not the 2.65-inch display on the T100/T120.
  • You print mixed CAD line drawings and color renderings — HP Thermal Inkjet with the HP 711 4-cartridge set handles both, plus HP Click software for project-set workflows.
  • You need wireless and mobile printing — Wi-Fi, HP ePrint, AirPrint, Mopria standard.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print up to ~75 A1 plots a day — the engine handles it but the HP 711 ink cartridges (29-ml CMY, 38-ml or 80-ml black) drive per-plot cost up vs. the T530's 80-ml options.
  • You can live with 1 GB memory — fine for typical CAD plots; very large GIS files or complex Adobe rasters may bottleneck.
  • You only print from one roll — single roll only; dual-roll auto-switching is a T1600DR / T1700 feature.
  • You can live without PostScript — this is non-PostScript. The T1600 PS / T1700 PS are the PostScript step-ups.
  • You want occasional letter/A3 prints from the input tray — the front input tray handles cut sheets, but it's not as clean as a dedicated office printer.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need to scan large originals — this is print-only. The MFP equivalent is the T2530 / T2600.
  • You need 36-inch (E-size) or 44-inch output — this is 24-inch only. The T520 is also available in 36-inch (CQ893C), or step up to the T530, T730, or T1600.
  • You print high volumes of presentation color or GIS maps for outdoor use — dye-based CMY isn't lightfast. Z-series pigment printers fit better.
  • You need PostScript — this model is non-PostScript. Look at the T1600 PS or T1700 PS for PostScript workflows.
  • You print more than 75 A1/day on tight deadlines — the T730 (25 sec/A1) and T1600 are real production engines; the T520 is the sweet spot for small offices, not departments.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The HP DesignJet T520 24-in is HP's mid-tier wide-format CAD plotter — a single-function inkjet printer for small-to-mid architecture, engineering, and design teams (3-10 seats) that need in-house A1/D plot output with photo-quality detail. It prints A1/D pages in 35 seconds (mechanical) from the roll, around 70 A1 prints per hour, at up to 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi using HP Thermal Inkjet and the HP 711 4-cartridge set (dye-based CMY, pigment K). Roll handles up to 24-inch widths; the A4/A3 input tray takes 210 x 279 to 330 x 482 mm cut sheets. Memory is 1 GB — enough headroom for typical CAD plots. Connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet, Hi-Speed USB 2.0, and Wi-Fi standard; mobile printing via HP ePrint, AirPrint, and Mopria. Dimensions are 987 x 530 x 932 mm (38.9 x 20.9 x 36.7 in with stand) at 34 kg, with a real 4.3-inch color touchscreen for media-roll management and reprint queue. The thing buyers regret: not paying the small extra for the T530, which is the next-gen successor — same chassis, faster A1 (30 sec), more polished UI, slightly better paper handling, similar price. If you're shopping new, get the T530; if you're buying refurbished or want the T520 specifically for HP Click compatibility and known driver behavior, this is fine.
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Print
Print technology Single-function
Print speed (mono) Up to 1.7 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 1.7 pages per minute
Duplex printing Manual Duplex
First page out < 35 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Single-function
Duplex copy / scan Manual Duplex
Scanner type
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 100 sheets
Paper size A4/Letter · Legal · A3/Tabloid · A2 · A1 · A0 · 24-inch · 36-inch
Recommended monthly volume 0 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax
Display 4.3 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Plotter
Usage class Production
Manufacturer HP
Model HLL9310CDW
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year HP manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the HP DesignJet T520 Printer Series

The printer itself

HP DesignJet T520 Printer Series in original HP packaging. Plotter form factor, roughly 38.9 x 20.9 x 36.7 inches (24-in model), 50.9 x 20.9 x 36.7 inches (36-in model)

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

HP quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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Based on 2 verified customer reviews

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 2 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging HP machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "We use this for large format technical drawings at our engineering firm and it handles the 24-inch rolls without any issues. The color accuracy is solid for client presentations, and the wireless connectivity keeps things simple in our office setup."
  • ★ "Used this for printing blueprints and construction documents. The speed is decent, print quality is professional grade, and it hasn't given us any major headaches since we installed it three years ago."

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FAQ

HP DesignJet T520 Printer Series, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (386) 261-8323 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

The HP DesignJet T520 Printer Series does not use toner; it is an inkjet plotter that uses high-yield ink cartridges. It ships with starter ink cartridges, including the HP 711 series (dye-based CMY and pigment K). Replacement options include the HP 711XL high-yield cartridges, with the black cartridge available in an 80ml capacity and color cartridges in 29ml capacities. When you lease through us with ink included, you never pay for ink separately.
The HP DesignJet T520 is a single-function 24-inch inkjet plotter designed for small-to-mid teams (3-10 seats), printing A1/D pages in 35 seconds (70 A1/hour) with a 4.3-inch touchscreen. The HP DesignJet HD Pro MFP (44 in) is a multifunction device for larger teams (15-75 seats), featuring a 44-inch dual-roll PostScript printer and a 42-inch CCD scanner with 1200 dpi optical resolution, printing A1/D pages in 21 seconds (116 A1/hour). The HD Pro MFP includes advanced scanning capabilities for rigid originals up to 15 mm thick, while the T520 is print-only. For small offices needing basic wide-format printing, the T520 is a cost-effective choice, but the HD Pro MFP is ideal for high-volume, multifunction workflows.
Yes, the HP DesignJet T520 Printer Series is well-suited for small-to-mid architecture, engineering, or design firms (3-10 seats) that need in-house A1/D plot output. It prints up to 70 A1 pages per hour with photo-quality detail (2400 x 1200 dpi) and includes wireless connectivity (Wi-Fi, HP ePrint, AirPrint, Mopria). The 4.3-inch color touchscreen and 1 GB memory provide sufficient functionality for typical CAD plots.
Yes, the HP DesignJet T520 Printer Series supports color printing. It uses the HP 711 4-cartridge set (dye-based CMY and pigment K) to produce high-quality color output at up to 2400 x 1200 optimized dpi. This makes it suitable for both CAD line drawings and color renderings.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (386) 261-8323. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
HP includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the HP DesignJet T520 Printer Series when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Smart Technologies is an authorized HP reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every HP DesignJet T520 Printer Series order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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