You asked for faster, wider, larger volumes and high-performance output … HP has delivered.
With the recent new additions of the HP Latex 1500 & 3800 and focus on versatility, volume production and practical usability, HP have admirably filled the performance gaps that previously existed in their roll-to-roll printer range.
This industrial range uses the same versatile and scratch-resistant 3rd-generation latex ink technology as the 300 & 500 series printers. The great advantage of graduating to these new and re-engineered Latex printers is that they offer users the opportunity to grow and scale up their wide-format business without having to re-learn the ins and outs of a completely new print system.
The HP 1500 is an excellent introduction as a stepping stone between the 300/500 series and the seriously big machines. It also offers the option of having multiple 3.2m machines as an alternative to one of the larger 3000 series machines. It is a superb choice for businesses that produce up to 4,000 m² of wide-format print per month.
The larger 3000 series printers, which are focused on higher-volume production, have all been upgraded. Much of the inner technology has been re-engineered to improve performance and reliability.
The latest addition, the 3800, has been created with the digital décor industry in mind and sees the addition of a jumbo roll unwind and rewind stand, allowing for longer unattended running of rolls up to 1200kg with a diameter of up to 120cm (that's a massive roll of media). This addition makes a lot of sense as this shortcoming was a common gripe from businesses specialising in wide-format wallpaper and roller-blind printing for some time. Sorted, and the solution introduced in the 3800 is impressively efficient.
Super-wide print media from Papergraphics:
"For its broad appeal, affordability, performance and wide-format efficiency, the HP1500 is one of our technical manager's favourites as it is as accessible as it is versatile".
If you'd like to hear more about the HP1500 or are interested in investing in the outstanding capabilities of the 3000 series printers - give us a call: 0345 1300 662
Pros
- Priced competitively and able to handle a large range of substrates
- Instant Dry prints that are immediately able to be finished with no need for degassing drying time
- Embedded i1 spectrophotometer for colour consistency
- Uses the environmentally friendly Latex ink technology
- Industrial build quality
- Great range of optional machine enhancements & accessories
Cons
- HP's Latex technology uses a lot of heat in the curing process which can cause issues with certain substrates that don't react well to high heat
- Colour gamut not as wide as other competing products
Ideal Applications
- Backlit
- Banners
- Canvas
- Floor Graphics
- Magnetics
- Pop-Ups
- Posters
- Roll-Ups
- Self Adhesives
- Temporary Textiles
- Traffic Signage
- Vehicle Graphics
- Wall Coverings
- Wall Graphics
- Window Graphics
- Roller Blinds
Models in the range:
1500
3800
What the manufacturer says:
Overview
Achieve high-quality results and fast turnarounds. Stay competitive with this affordable 3.2 m (126-in) HP Latex printer. This is fast, superwide production at the quality you expect—and at low running costs.
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