HP Latex 730 Printer

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What is the HP Latex 730 (870B7A)?

The HP Latex 730 is a 64-inch production printer that uses water-based HP Latex Inks in eight 1 L HP 832 cartridges with eight printheads. It has an HP Embedded Spectrophotometer for creating custom ICC profiles, spindle-less front loading, and HP rates its high-speed banner (4-pass) speed at up to 334 ft²/hr. It prints color only; the HP Latex 730 W adds white ink. DTG in Tampa, FL sells it for sign shops and print providers.

HP Latex 730: overview

HP’s speed ratings for the 730 are 334 ft²/hr in high-speed banner (4-pass), 226 ft²/hr in 6-pass speed mode, 183 ft²/hr in standard (8-pass), 172 ft²/hr in quality (12-pass) and 118 ft²/hr in high quality (16-pass), at up to 1200 x 1200 dpi. HP also lists automated double-sided printing on PVC-free media and a maintenance cartridge with at least 50% more life than the previous model.

Rolls from 18 to 64 in wide load spindle-less from the front, and the printer can begin printing at the leading edge of vinyl, canvas and heat-transfer media to save material (compatibility with PET films, papers and polypropylenes depends on the media, per HP). HP lists a 575 lb printer and a 101.7 x 33.5 x 55.2 in footprint.

How the HP Latex 730 differs from the 730 W, 830 and 630

The HP Latex 730 W adds white ink, a white ink module and two white printheads (ten printheads in total). The HP Latex 830 moves to 3 L HP 873 cartridges and a 387 ft²/hr high-speed banner (4-pass) rating. The HP Latex 630 lists no embedded spectrophotometer and uses a lighter frame (HP lists 230 kg, about 507 lb, against the 730’s 575 lb) with five printheads.

More HP Latex printers at DTG: HP Latex 630, HP Latex 630 W, HP Latex 630 Print and Cut Plus, HP Latex 630 W Print and Cut Plus, HP Latex 730 W, HP Latex 830, HP Latex 830 W.

HP Latex 730 key specifications

Ink cartridges	8 x 1 L HP 832: cyan, magenta, yellow, black, light cyan, light magenta, Optimizer, Overcoat
Printheads	8 (7 HP Latex Printheads and 1 HP Latex Optimizer printhead)
Speed (HP)	334 ft²/hr high-speed banner (4-pass); 226 speed (6-pass); 183 standard (8-pass); 172 quality (12-pass); 118 high quality (16-pass)
Max media width	64 in; rolls 18 to 64 in (23 to 64 in with full support); standard widths 24, 36, 42, 54, 60 and 64 in
Roll and media	One roll up to 121 lb (55 kg), 9.8 in diameter; thickness up to 19.7 mil; roll feed, take-up reel, automatic horizontal cutter; wiper roller is an optional accessory
Features	HP Embedded Spectrophotometer; spindle-less front loading; printing from the leading edge; automated double-sided printing on PVC-free media; 1200 x 1200 dpi; Gigabit Ethernet
Printer size	101.7 x 33.5 x 55.2 in; operating area 110 x 82.7 in
Weight	Printer 575 lb; shipping 810 lb in a 110.2 x 44.5 x 50 in package (unconfirmed: not in HP’s published guide)
Power	200 to 240 V auto-ranging, 50/60 Hz; two power cords (13 A max printer cord, 9 A max curing cord); 1.5 to 2.5 kW printing (5 kW peak), 95 W ready
Sound pressure	60 dB(A) operating, 38 dB(A) idle, under 20 dB(A) sleep (HP)
Software	HP PrintOS Production Hub
Warranty	One-year limited hardware warranty (HP)

What the HP Latex 730 prints

HP lists these applications for the 730: vehicle wrapping, retail posters, canvas, retail decoration, wallpapers, stickers and labels, window graphics, outdoor banners, roll-ups, backlits, soft signage, synthetic leather, traffic signage, upholstery.

Ink, media, software and service for the HP Latex 730

• Ink: HP 832 1 L Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan, Light Magenta, Optimizer and Overcoat cartridges; browse HP ink and Latex/resin ink.
• Media: HP Permanent Matte Adhesive Vinyl 42 in, HP PVC-free Wall Paper 42 in and HP White Satin Poster Paper 42 in; see HP media, Latex/resin media and signage media.
• Software: SAI Flexi Print HP Pro and SAI Flexi Print HP Premium (both listed for HP Latex), plus other options under RIP software such as ONYX; confirm printer support with DTG before ordering.
• Color management: spectrophotometers, profiling systems and DTG’s ICC profile library help you match prints to your display and proof.
• Maintenance: HP Latex maintenance cartridge (9T063A), user maintenance kit (21V10A) and media feed accessory (421S3A); printheads such as HP 836 Optimizer printhead are sold separately.
• Service: HP offers installation and extended support plans for Latex printers; ask DTG at 813.889.0660 which HP service options apply. More under warranties and service plans.
• HP Latex 700 and 800 series information (hp.com)

HP Latex 730 FAQ

How fast is the HP Latex 730?

HP rates it at up to 334 ft²/hr in high-speed banner (4-pass) mode, 226 ft²/hr in 6-pass, 183 ft²/hr in standard 8-pass, 172 ft²/hr in quality 12-pass and 118 ft²/hr in 16-pass high quality.

What does the embedded spectrophotometer do?

HP says the HP Embedded Spectrophotometer lets you create custom ICC profiles on the printer and achieve consistent quality across jobs.

What roll sizes and weights does the 730 take?

One roll from 18 to 64 in wide (23 to 64 in with full support), up to 121 lb and 9.8 in in diameter, on media up to 19.7 mil thick.

What is in the box with the HP Latex 730?

Per HP: the printer, printheads, a maintenance cartridge with ink collection unit and an additional collection unit, printer stand, take-up reel, condensation collector kit, purge syringe kit, power cords, user maintenance kit, edge holders, a 2-inch spindle adaptor, lubrication felts, a quick reference guide, a spanner and a screwdriver. HP’s list does not include RIP software, so plan one separately.

Where can I buy an HP Latex 730 in Tampa, Florida?

DTG (Digital Technology Group) in Tampa, FL sells the HP Latex 730 with HP 832 inks, HP media, maintenance supplies and RIP software. Call 813.889.0660 or 800.681.0024.

Questions about the HP Latex 730? Call DTG in Tampa, FL at 813.889.0660 or 800.681.0024, or contact us online.