HP F9J78A 727 Yellow 300-ml DesignJet ink cartridge
Yellow dye-based ink cartridge holds 300 ml for HP DesignJet T920, T1500, T930, T1530, T2530 and T2500 series printers
- Ink or toner colorYellow
- Ink droplet size6 pl
- Ink or cartridge typeDye-based
- Operating humidity range20 to 80% RH
- Storage humidity range20 to 80% RH
- Operating temperature range41 to 104 °F (5 to 40 °C)
- Crisp, clear professional drawings with accurate colour output
- 300-ml capacity enables more unattended printing sessions
- Fast-drying, smudge-resistant prints keep workflow moving
- 6 pl dye-based ink drops for fine detail
- Compatible with DesignJet T920, T930, T1500, T1530, T2500, T2530 series
HP 727 Yellow 300-ml DesignJet cartridge
This genuine HP 727 cartridge holds 300 ml of yellow dye-based ink for compatible DesignJet printers. It suits design and engineering teams that need accurate, professional drawings with consistent colour output. The high-capacity volume supports longer unattended print runs on supported large-format devices.
Installing the cartridge and common issues
The cartridge slots into the printer's ink bay following the on-screen prompts; no tools are required. A frequent issue is forgetting to remove the protective seal before insertion, which prevents ink flow. Using the cartridge outside the stated 20 to 80% RH operating humidity range can also affect print reliability.
Practical limits of dye-based ink in large-format
Dye-based ink delivers vivid colour but is less water-resistant than pigment alternatives, so prints may smudge if handled while damp. The 6 pl drop size enables fine detail, yet the formulation is optimised for indoor technical drawings rather than outdoor signage. Extreme storage temperatures below -13°F or above 131°F can degrade ink performance over time.
How it compares
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- Price $190.99
- Pricier than about 86% of the 1,504 comparable items (median $60.99).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | HP |
| Part number | F9J78A |
| Ink or toner color | Yellow |
| Performance | |
| Ink droplet size | 6 pl |
| Size & build | |
| Shipping weight | 0.68 kg |
| Package size | 265 × 120 × 35 mm |
| Compatibility | |
| Replacement for | HP |
| Environment & compliance | |
| Operating humidity range | 20 to 80% RH |
| Storage humidity range | 20 to 80% RH |
| Operating temperature range | 41 to 104 °F (5 to 40 °C) |
| Storage temperature range | -13 to 131 °F (-25 to 55 °C) |
| More details | |
| Ink or cartridge type | Dye-based |
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Questions about this item
How can I verify the 727 Yellow cartridge is printing correctly after installation?
Print a test page on the DesignJet T920 or T1500 series and check for crisp yellow lines with no smudging; the 6 pl dye-based ink should dry fast and show consistent density across the page.
What comes with the F9J78A cartridge and do I need any extra items to start printing?
The box contains the single 300-ml Yellow ink cartridge only; no printheads, maintenance cartridges or cables are included, so ensure the compatible DesignJet printer already has those components installed.
Should I choose the 300-ml 727 cartridge or the smaller 130-ml version for my T930 plotter?
Select the 300-ml F9J78A if you want fewer interruptions for high-volume CAD or GIS output; the 130-ml alternative suits lighter, occasional printing on the same T930, T1530 or T2530 series.
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