HP 72 Gray and Photo Black Printhead
The HP 72 Gray and Photo Black DesignJet Printhead (SKU: C9380A) is an essential component engineered for high-quality large format printing. This genuine HP printhead supports both Gray and Photo Black inks, ensuring precise color reproduction for professional graphics and documents. It is specifically compatible with a wide range of HP DesignJet models, including the T610, T795, T1200, and T2300 series printers.
$128.90
Owner Satisfaction
3.6
/ 5
Category Rank
39
/ 47
#39 in Printheads
Price vs Category Average
-77%
Below average
Part Number
9380
/ CA
Who it's for
- Exceptional Grayscale Accuracy
- Guaranteed OEM Compatibility
- Independent Component Replacement
Who should skip it
- High Replacement Cost
- Limited Lifespan
- Installation and Calibration Required
Key Specs
Part Number
C9380A
Printing Technology
Thermal Inkjet
OEM Status
OEM
Supported Colors
Gray, Photo Black
Compatibility
HP DesignJet T610, T620, T770, T790, T795, T1100, T1120, T1200, T1300, T2300 Series
Ink Compatibility
HP Vivera Inks
Features
- Delivers a new level of accuracy and professionalism
- Reliable and trouble-free printing
- Optimizes print quality with built-in intelligence
- Maximizes printhead life
- Pinpoint accuracy at fast print speeds
- Enhances productivity
- Supports both Gray and Photo Black inks
- Genuine HP quality and performance
- Designed for large format printing tasks
- Ensures precise ink delivery
What customers say
Users highly value the exceptional print quality delivered by this genuine HP printhead, noting its accurate photo blacks and smooth gray transitions essential for professional imaging. This technical performance is its strongest asset. However, sentiment is significantly dampened by concerns over reliability and cost. Many customers feel the high price point is disproportionate to the component's lifespan. Frequent premature failures and unexpected clogs create frustration and increase operational expenses. While necessary for optimal performance, the perceived fragility leads to a poor value perception. Customers view this as an expensive maintenance requirement rather than a desirable purchase, resulting in mixed overall satisfaction.
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