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Product Features
Product Overview
The HP C9450A 70 Gray Ink Cartridge delivers professional-grade grayscale printing for HP Designjet photo printers. This original HP inkjet cartridge maintains the precise color fidelity and archival quality required for photographic reproduction, technical drawings, and fine art applications.
With a substantial 130 mL ink volume, this single-pack cartridge supports extended printing sessions without frequent replacements. The gray ink formulation ensures smooth tonal transitions and accurate monochrome output, making it ideal for black-and-white photography, architectural plans, and engineering diagrams where subtle grayscale detail matters.
Relevant factors for this section include Print Technology, Print Color, Ink Volume, Compatibility. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Technical Overview
This ink cartridge utilizes HP's proprietary pigment-based inkjet technology optimized for large-format photo printers. The gray ink formulation is engineered to prevent bronzing and metamerism, ensuring consistent appearance under various lighting conditions.
The 130 mL capacity translates to approximately 4.40 fluid ounces, providing extended yield for continuous printing operations. The cartridge's electronic chip communicates with compatible HP Designjet printers to monitor ink levels accurately and maintain print head alignment.
Relevant factors for this section include Print Technology, Print Color, Ink Volume, Compatibility. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
Original HP ink cartridges ensure optimal performance and reliability in compatible HP Designjet printers. The precise formulation prevents clogging and maintains consistent flow for uninterrupted printing operations.
These strengths make the product easier to deploy and manage in real environments, especially where reliability, usability, and day-to-day operational continuity matter. Notable benefits include Archival Quality Output, Reliable Printer Integration.
Archival Quality Output
The gray ink delivers fade-resistant prints with accurate tonal reproduction, suitable for gallery displays and archival documentation.
- Prevents bronzing effects
- Maintains color consistency
- Resists environmental fading
Reliable Printer Integration
Electronic chip ensures proper communication with HP Designjet printers for accurate ink level monitoring and maintenance functions.
- Automatic print head alignment
- Precise ink level reporting
- Optimized for HP printer firmware
Deployment / Use Cases
This gray ink cartridge is specifically designed for professional photo studios, architectural firms, engineering departments, and fine art reproduction facilities using HP Designjet Z3100 and Z3200 series printers.
The monochrome output excels in applications requiring precise grayscale differentiation, such as black-and-white photographic prints, technical schematics, architectural elevations, and medical imaging where color would distract from diagnostic details.
Relevant factors for this section include Print Technology, Print Color, Ink Volume, Compatibility. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Professional Photography
Ideal for gallery-quality black-and-white prints with smooth tonal transitions from highlights to shadows.
- Fine art reproduction
- Portrait photography
- Exhibition prints
Technical Documentation
Produces crisp lines and detailed grayscale rendering for engineering drawings and architectural plans.
- CAD output
- Construction documents
- Technical illustrations
Highlights
- Original HP ink cartridge for guaranteed compatibility and performance
- 130 mL ink volume provides extended printing capacity
- Gray ink formulation for precise monochrome output
- Compatible with HP Designjet Z3100 and Z3200 series photo printers
- Single-pack configuration for individual replacement needs
- Pigment-based ink technology for fade resistance
- Electronic chip enables accurate ink level monitoring
- Manufactured in Singapore to HP quality standards
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | HP Inc. |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9450A |
| Brand Name | HP |
| Product Model | 70 (C9450A) |
| Product Name | 70 (C9450A) Ink Cartridge |
| Product Condition | Original |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Each |
| Packing | Single Pack |
| Product Type | Ink Cartridge |
| Technical Information | |
| Print Technology | Inkjet |
| Print Color | Gray |
| Ink Volume | 130 mL |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | HP Designjet Printer Z3100 Photo HP Designjet Printer Z3200 Photo HP Designjet Printer Z3200ps Photo HP Designjet Printer Z3100 Photo Series HP Designjet Printer Z3200 Photo Series |
| Country of Origin | Singapore |
| Warranty | |
| Additional Warranty Information | Until the ink is depleted or until the end of warranty date, which ever occurs first. For details see www.hp.com/support/inkjet_warranty. |
FAQ
What printers is this HP 70 gray ink cartridge compatible with?
This cartridge is specifically designed for HP Designjet Z3100 Photo, Z3200 Photo, and Z3200ps Photo printers, including both the Z3100 Photo Series and Z3200 Photo Series models. It is not compatible with other HP printer families or non-Designjet models.
How much ink does the HP C9450A cartridge contain?
The HP C9450A contains 130 milliliters of gray ink, which is approximately 4.40 fluid ounces. This substantial volume supports extended printing sessions for large-format applications without frequent cartridge changes.
Is this an original HP ink cartridge or a compatible alternative?
This is an original HP ink cartridge with part number C9450A. Original HP cartridges ensure optimal performance, proper printer communication, and consistent output quality in compatible HP Designjet printers.
What type of printing is this gray ink cartridge best suited for?
The gray ink formulation is ideal for black-and-white photographic printing, technical drawings, architectural plans, engineering diagrams, and any application requiring precise grayscale differentiation. It produces smooth tonal transitions without color casts.
How is this ink cartridge packaged and sold?
This cartridge is sold as a single pack containing one cartridge. The packaging is designed for individual replacement needs rather than bulk purchasing, making it suitable for maintaining specific printer configurations.
What warranty coverage applies to this HP ink cartridge?
HP provides warranty coverage until the ink is depleted or until the end of the warranty date, whichever occurs first. For specific warranty details and terms, refer to HP's official support website at www.hp.com/support/inkjet_warranty.