HP 5HB14C#B1K DesignJet Studio 36" Wireless Plotter Printer

Name: HP 5HB14C#B1K DesignJet Studio 36" Wireless Plotter Printer
Brand: HP
SKU: 5HB14C#B1K

Output 82 architectural D-size prints per hour with Wi-Fi simplicity — the HP DesignJet Studio 36" delivers large-format speed without the complexity.

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Overview

The HP DesignJet Studio 36" is a wide-format thermal inkjet plotter engineered for AEC professionals — architects, engineers, and construction teams — who need reliable large-format output in an office-friendly form factor. It prints A1/D-size pages in as little as 25 seconds and can sustain throughput of 82 pages per hour, which places it squarely in the productivity tier for firms producing regular drawing sets, presentation boards, and construction documents. The 36-inch roll capacity covers all standard architectural and engineering sheet sizes, and the automatic horizontal cutter delivers trimmed output without manual finishing. Connectivity spans Gigabit Ethernet for networked offices, Wi-Fi for flexible placement, and USB 2.0 for direct connections.

Where the DesignJet Studio distinguishes itself is in workflow simplification. HP Click allows users to drag multiple files — PDFs, DWF, JPEG, TIFF, and HP-GL/2 — into a single print queue and submit them in one action, significantly reducing the time spent preparing multi-sheet jobs. The HP Smart app extends job submission and printer management to mobile devices and remote locations. With 1 GB of onboard memory and support for HP-GL/2, it handles standard CAD output without issue, though users working with very large raster images or complex renders should expect some processing latency. The included printer stand and compact steel enclosure give it a modern aesthetic that fits design-conscious office environments, and HP's net carbon neutral designation addresses sustainability requirements increasingly common in AEC procurement decisions.

Key Features

Ideal for: AEC ecosystem professionals (architects, engineers, construction, subcontractors) focused on creativity, design and sensitive to aesthetics.

Media Sizes: Up to 36-inch wide media rolls (printer includes roll cover), and up to 36 by 74.7-inch sheets.

Media Handling: Sheet feed, roll feed, automatic sheet/roll switch, media bin, automatic horizontal cutter.

First net carbon neutral HP DesignJet plotter. Save time with the world's easiest job submission tool - HP Click. Print multiple files in as little as one click. Manage your large format printing and printer virtually anywhere and anytime with the HP Smart app. 1 GB memory. HP/GL-2 support. includes printer stand.

Connectivity: Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T), Hi-Speed USB 2.0, Wi-Fi 802.11.

Print Speeds: Up to 25 seconds per page on A1/D size, 82 A1/D size prints size per hour.

Software Included: HP Click, HP Smart app, HP Print Preview for Windows, HP Easy Start, HP DesignJet Utility for Windows, HP Support Assistant.

This is design that meets performance in the world’s easiest large-format plotters. Extreme simplicity helps you save time and print with confidence. Send multiple files in one click. Save time from job prep to final print.

HP DesignJet Ink Cartridges: HP 712 2-pack 80-ml Black (3WW89A), HP 712 29-ml Cyan (3ED67A), HP 712 29-ml Magenta (3ED68A), HP 712 29-ml Yellow (3ED69A), HP 712 3-pack 29-ml Cyan (3ED77A), HP 712 3-pack 29-ml Magenta (3ED78A), HP 712 3-pack 29-ml Yellow (3ED79A), HP 712 38-ml Black (3ED70A), HP 712 80-ml Black (3ED71A), HP 712B 38-ml Black (3ED28A), HP 712B 80-ml Black (3ED29A). HP 713 DesignJet Printhead (3ED58A).

Product Support: One-year limited hardware warranty.

Specifications

Brand

Model

5HB14C#B1K

Product Line

DesignJet Studio

Print Technology

Thermal Inkjet

Output

Color

Max Media Width

36 inches

Max Sheet Size

36 x 74.7 inches

Print Speed (A1/D)

25 seconds per page / 82 pages per hour

Memory

1 GB

Media Handling

Sheet feed, roll feed, automatic sheet/roll switch, media bin, automatic horizontal cutter

Connectivity

Gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T), Hi-Speed USB 2.0, Wi-Fi 802.11

Language Support

HP-GL/2

Software

HP Click, HP Smart app, HP Print Preview, HP Easy Start, HP DesignJet Utility, HP Support Assistant

Ink System

HP 712 cartridges (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow); HP 713 printhead

Includes

Printer stand, roll cover

Weight

137 lbs

Warranty

One-year limited hardware warranty

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Print speed of 25 seconds per A1/D-size page enables high-volume architectural output without workflow bottlenecks.
Triple connectivity via Gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0, and Wi-Fi 802.11 provides flexible integration into wired office networks or wireless environments.
HP Click software allows batch submission of multiple files in a single action, reducing job preparation time for multi-sheet drawing sets.
Automatic sheet/roll switching and a built-in horizontal cutter streamline media handling, eliminating manual trimming steps.
Compact modern design with included printer stand fits into professional office environments where traditional industrial plotters would be visually intrusive.

👎 Cons

Only 1 GB of non-upgradeable memory can create processing delays when printing highly complex or raster-heavy files.
The 2.4 ppm color and monochrome speed for standard documents is slow for general office printing tasks beyond large-format work.
Hi-Speed USB 2.0 is the fastest direct connection — no USB 3.0 or Thunderbolt option limits data transfer speeds for large files.
HP Click batch-submission software is Windows-only, leaving Mac-based offices reliant on the more limited HP Smart app workflow.
A one-year limited warranty is short for a printer at this price point, and extended coverage adds to total cost of ownership.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum print width and sheet size this plotter supports?

It handles media rolls up to 36 inches wide and individual sheets up to 36 by 74.7 inches. This covers standard architectural and engineering formats including ANSI D, ARCH D, and A0 sizes.

Can I print from a Mac, or is it Windows-only?

The HP Smart app provides cross-platform printing from Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android. HP Click, the batch-submission tool, is Windows-based, but macOS users can print through the HP Smart app and standard print drivers.

Does this printer support automatic switching between roll and sheet media?

Yes, it features automatic sheet/roll switching. You can leave a roll loaded and feed individual sheets as needed — the printer detects the media source and adjusts without manual intervention.

How much memory does the printer have, and is it upgradeable?

It ships with 1 GB of onboard memory, which is sufficient for most architectural drawings and standard-resolution prints. The memory is not user-upgradeable, so extremely complex high-resolution renders may queue slower than on models with more RAM.

What ink system does it use, and what are the ongoing consumable costs like?

It uses HP 712 ink cartridges in black, cyan, magenta, and yellow. Black cartridges are available in 38 ml and 80 ml sizes, while color cartridges come in 29 ml individual or 3-packs. The HP 713 printhead is a single replaceable unit. Consumable costs are moderate for the large-format category.