HP PL800A Digital Pen with Eraser

Name: HP PL800A Digital Pen with Eraser
Brand: HP
SKU: PL800A

★★★★★3.6 (52 reviews)

HP PL800A Digital Pen delivers pressure-sensitive precision with built-in eraser for compatible HP Compaq Tablet PCs.

$14.50*

*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated:Jun 04, 2026.Price and availability are subject to change.

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Overview

The HP PL800A Digital Pen is designed as a replacement or additional stylus for a specific range of HP Compaq Tablet PCs, including the TC4200, TC4400, 2710p, 2730p, 2740p, and 2760p. It features a pressure-sensitive tip that responds to varying levels of force, enabling natural handwriting, annotations, and freehand drawing directly on the tablet's digitizer screen. A built-in eraser on the opposite end of the pen lets users quickly remove digital ink without needing to switch to an eraser tool in software, streamlining the workflow for note-taking and markup tasks.

As a passive digitizer stylus, the PL800A requires no batteries or charging — it is ready to use immediately. This makes it a convenient spare to keep in a bag or at a secondary workstation. While its compatibility is strictly limited to the listed HP Compaq Tablet PC models, for users who still rely on these devices the PL800A provides the same input quality and functionality as the original pen that shipped with the tablet.

Key Features

For use with HP Tablets TC4200, TC4400, 2710p,

2730p, 2740p, 2760p. Stylus only. Not compatible with other models.

Tablet PC pens are used with the HP Compaq Tablet PC's

They can be used as a replacement or extra pen for convenient access.

Tablet PC pens are pressure sensitive producing thicker lines with extra pressure.

Specifications

Brand

Model

PL800A

Type

Digital Pen with Eraser

Pressure Sensitivity

Yes

Eraser

Built-in

Compatible Devices

HP Compaq Tablet PC TC4200, TC4400, 2710p, 2730p, 2740p, 2760p

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Pressure-sensitive tip allows for natural variation in line thickness when writing or drawing
Built-in eraser provides quick corrections without switching software tools
Works as a direct replacement or spare pen for supported HP Compaq Tablet PCs

👎 Cons

Compatibility is limited to a small number of older HP Compaq Tablet PC models (TC4200 through 2760p)
No additional pen tips or replacement nibs are mentioned as included
Designed for legacy devices that are no longer in current production

Frequently Asked Questions

Which HP devices is the PL800A pen compatible with?

It is compatible with the HP Compaq Tablet PCs TC4200, TC4400, 2710p, 2730p, 2740p, and 2760p only. It does not work with other HP models or devices.

Is the PL800A pen pressure-sensitive?

Yes, the pen is pressure-sensitive, producing thicker lines when more pressure is applied and thinner lines with lighter touch, which is useful for handwriting and drawing.

Does the pen include an eraser function?

Yes, the PL800A has a built-in eraser on the opposite end of the tip, allowing you to erase digital ink directly on the tablet screen.

Does this pen require batteries or charging?

HP Compaq Tablet PC pens of this type are passive digitizer pens that do not require batteries or charging.