Description
Hahnemühle Agave 290 gsm is a matte 70% agave fibre, 30% cotton inkjet paper from Hahnemühle, sold here as a box of 25 13″ x 19″ sheets (order number 10641785). Hahnemühle Agave augments the Natural Line with a FineArt inkjet paper that is produced using agave fibres. 70% of this unique, environmentally friendly FineArt inkjet paper is made from sisal fibres. The base material stands out with its bright white natural tone and does not contain optical brighteners.
Agave specifications
| Hahnemühle order number | 10641785 (US size; not listed on Hahnemühle’s international page) |
|---|---|
| Size | 13″ x 19″, 25 Sheets |
| Weight | 290 gsm (EN ISO 536) |
| Caliper (thickness) | 500 µm (about 19.7 mil) |
| Base | 70% agave fibre, 30% cotton |
| Surface | matte |
| Media colour | white |
| Whiteness | 89.0% |
| Opacity (ISO 2471) | 99.0% |
| Optical brighteners (OBA) | None (OBA-free) |
| Acid-free / lignin-free | Acid-free and lignin-free |
| Calcium carbonate buffered | Yes |
| Archival | ISO 9706 conform (museum quality, per Hahnemühle) |
| Ink compatibility | Pigment and dye inkjet |
| Water resistance | very high |
| Drying | instant |
| Made by | Hahnemühle FineArt GmbH, Dassel, Germany |
Other sizes of Agave
- 8.5″ x 11″, 25 Sheets
- 11″ x 17″, 25 Sheets
- 17″ x 22″, 25 Sheets
- 17″ x 39′ Roll
- 24″ x 16.4′ Sample Roll
- 24″ x 39′ Roll
- 36″ x 39′ Roll
- 44″ x 39′ Roll
- 50″ x 39′ Roll
Related Hahnemühle media
- Hahnemühle Torchon 285 gsm, 13″ x 19″, 25 Sheets
- Hahnemühle German Etching® 310 gsm, 13″ x 19″, 25 Sheets
- Hahnemühle William Turner 190 gsm, 13″ x 19″, 25 Sheets
- Hahnemühle Albrecht Dürer 210 gsm, 13″ x 19″, 25 Sheets
Sources: Hahnemühle product page Agave and technical data sheet (hahnemuehle.com).
Choosing paper for a project? DTG (Digital Technology Group) runs the DTG Technology Center in Tampa, FL, where you can see printed samples. Call a print specialist at 800.681.0024 or email info@dtgweb.com.
Agave FAQ
What weight and thickness is Agave?
Agave is 290 gsm and 500 µm thick (about 19.7 mil), with a matte surface on a 70% agave fibre, 30% cotton base.
Is Agave OBA-free and archival?
Yes. Hahnemühle lists its OBA content as none. It is acid-free and lignin-free and ISO 9706 conform (museum quality), per Hahnemühle.
Which inks work with Agave?
Hahnemühle says it is compatible with pigment and dye inkjet systems. Not sure about settings for your printer? Call DTG at 800.681.0024.
What is included in order number 10641785?
One box of Agave 290 gsm, 13″ x 19″, 25 Sheets. Not sure which size fits your printer? Call DTG at 800.681.0024.
Hahnemühle Agave 290 gsm Technical Data Sheet (PDF)
