|  | | | | From indoor displays that resist fading for over 200 years to outdoor prints that achieve up to 5 years display permanence, unlaminated. | | | Our customers demand both outstanding image quality and long-lasting, durable performance across a wide range of large format printing applications from vehicle wraps to tradeshow displays to document storage.
To ensure every printing system meets the needs of the customer, HP designs the entire large format printing system — the printer, Original HP inks, and HP large format printing materials — together.
Our customers can print with confidence, knowing that HP’s commitment to rigorous permanence and durability testing ensures reliable, consistent results, print after print. | | Durability and Longevity | | | HP designs and tests all of its ink and large format media combinations for optimal durability, realizing that different applications require different test requirements. For detailed information on image permanence and durability results for specific printing systems, see “HP Permanence & Durability Testing Details” link below.
Indoor – home and office display: A typical application example is HP photo prints, tested to ensure image permanence under common indoor lighting and environmental conditions. HP uses both state-of-the-art internal labs (HP’s Image Permanence Lab) and Wilhelm Imaging Research (WIR) to produce these results.
Indoor – commercial in-window display: Often HP prints are displayed in a window receiving partial or direct sunlight likely to increase the degree and rate of image fading. HP Image Permanence Lab testing accounts for this difference from home and office conditions with methodologies designed specifically for in-window display conditions.
Outdoor display: Signs, banners, billboards, and other outdoor applications are often subjected to harsher environmental factors than typical indoor and in-window display prints. The HP Image Permanence Lab tests according to industry-leading standards, and exposes print samples in real-life conditions at multiple U.S. test sites to account for a range of environmental conditions including temperature, humidity, light and dark, and spray.
Water resistance: Prints can be damaged when exposed to water or by handling when wet. However, many Original HP ink and media combinations produce high-quality, water-resistant prints. HP tests water resistance performance characteristics most important to customers, using ISO and internally developed tests, and considers prints which pass the following tests to be water resistant: ISO Standing Water, Water Spray, Water Drip, and Wet Smudge.
Qualified lamination solutions: While specific HP ink and media combinations are designed to provide good overall durability and scratch resistance, many customers apply laminates to further protect the surface of valuable prints. HP has developed excellent partnerships and qualification programs for film as well as liquid laminates to ensure that the final, finished print meets the demands of the customer.
In addition to the testing describe above, HP also tests for other factors key to image degradation including thermal degradation (dark fade), air fade, and humidity. | | |
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| HP Artist Matte Canvas | 200+ years
HP internal testing
| Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Professional Matte Canvas | 200+ years
HP Internal testing | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Collector Satin Canvas | Not available | Not available | Not available | Lamination required for water resistance | | HP Premium Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 200 + years
HP Internal testing | 1 year | 3+ years | Water resistant | | HP Premium Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200 + years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Professional Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200 + years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Super Heavyweight Plus Matte Paper | 200 + years
HP Internal testing | 1+ years | 1+ years | Water resistant | | HP Premium Matte Photo Paper | 200 + years
HP internal testing | 1+ years | 1+ years | Water resistant | | HP Everyday Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 200 + years
HP internal testing | 1 year | Not available | Moderately water resistant | | HP Everyday Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200 + years
HP internal testing | 1 year | Not available | Moderately water resistant |
Note: This chart is based on the display permanence rating of color prints. B&W prints made with these inks typically resist fading longer than color prints.
1Display permanence rating for interior displays/away from direct sunlight, under glass by HP Image Permanence Lab and/or by Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc. on a range of HP media.
2Interior in-window display ratings by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of HP media. HP predictions based on test data under Xenon-Arc illuminant — calculation assumes 6,000 Lux/12 hr day.
3Water resistance testing by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of HP media and follows ISO 18935 method. |
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| | HP Designjet Z3200 Photo Printer series using Original HP 70 Photo Inks | | | | | | | | |
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| HP Premium Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Professional Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200+ years
» Wilhelm Imaging Research 
| Not available | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Universal Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing
| Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | | HP Universal Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing
| Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | | HP Everyday Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 200+ years
» Wilhelm Imaging Research
| Not available | Not available | Not available | Moderately water resistant | | HP Everyday Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing
| Not available | Not available | Not available | Moderately water resistant | | HP Hahnemühle Smooth Fine Art Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Baryte Paper | 200+ years
| 6+ months | Not available | Not recommended | In test | | HP Hahnemühle Watercolor Paper | 200+ years
» Wilhelm Imaging Research
| Not available | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Matte Litho-realistic Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Collector Satin Canvas | In test
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | In test | | HP Professional Matte Canvas | In test
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Super Heavyweight Plus Matte Paper | 200 + years
» Wilhelm Imaging Research
| Not available | Not available | Not available | Water resistant |
Note: This chart is based on the display permanence rating of color prints. B&W prints made with these inks typically resist fading longer than color prints.
1Display permanence rating for interior displays/away from direct sunlight, under glass by HP Image Permanence Lab and/or by Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc. on a range of HP media.
2Interior in-window display ratings by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of HP media. HP predictions based on test data under Xenon-Arc illuminant — calculation assumes 6,000 Lux/12 hr day.
3Outdoor display permanence rating according to SAE J2527; in a vertical display orientation in simulated nominal outdoor display conditions for select high and low climates, including exposure to direct sunlight and water; performance may vary as environmental conditions change.
4Water resistance testing by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of HP media and follows ISO 18935 method. |
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| | HP Designjet Z3100 Photo Printer series using Original HP 70 Photo Inks | | | |
| | HP Designjet Z2100 Photo Printer series using Original HP 70 Photo Inks | | | | | | | |
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| HP Hahnemühle Smooth Fine Art Paper | 200+ years
» Wilhelm Imaging Research
| 1+ years | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Hahnemühle Watercolor Paper | 200+ years
» Wilhelm Imaging Research
| Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Hahnemühle Textured Fine Art Paper | Not available | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Artist Matte Canvas | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Professional Matte Canvas | 200+ years
» Wilhelm Imaging Research
| Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Collector Satin Canvas | Not available | Not available | Not available | Lamination required for water resistance | | HP Premium Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 200+ years
» Wilhelm Imaging Research
| 1 year | 3+ years | Water resistant | | HP Premium Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Professional Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Super Heavyweight Plus Matte Paper | 200+ years
» Wilhelm Imaging Research
| 1+ years | 1+ years | Water resistant | | HP Premium Matte Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing
| 1+ years | 1+ years | Water resistant | | HP Everyday Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing
| 1 year | Not available | Moderately water resistant | | HP Everyday Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing
| 1 year | Not available | Moderately water resistant |
Note: This chart is based on the display permanence rating of color prints. B&W prints made with these inks typically resist fading longer than color prints.
1Display permanence rating for interior displays/away from direct sunlight, under glass by HP Image Permanence Lab and/or by Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc. on a range of HP media.
2Interior in-window display ratings by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of HP media. HP predictions based on test data under Xenon-Arc illuminant — calculation assumes 6,000 Lux/12 hr day.
3Water resistance testing by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of HP media and follows ISO 18935 method. |
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| | HP Designjet Z6200 Photo Printer series using Original HP 771 Vivid Photo Inks | | | | » HP Designjet Z6200 printable version (EN only) | | | | | | |
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| HP Super Heavyweight Plus Matte Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | 1+ years | 2+ years | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Premium Matte Photo Paper | In test | In test | 2+ years | Not available | In test | | HP Premium Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | 1+ years | 2+ years | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Premium Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | 1+ years | 2+ years | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Everyday Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | 1+ years | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Everyday Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | 1+ years | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Premium Vivid Color Backlit Film | Not available | 1+ years | 4 years | In test | Water resistant | | HP Self-adhesive Gloss Polypropylene | Not available | In test | In test | In test | Lamination required for water resistance | | HP Universal Adhesive Vinyl | Not available | 1+ years | In test | In test | Moderately water resistant | | HP Opaque Scrim | Not available | 5+ months | In test | Not available | In test | | HP Professional Matte Canvas | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | 5 years | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Artist Matte Canvas | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Matte Litho-realistic Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | 2+ years | Not available | Water resistant |
Note: This chart is based on the display permanence rating of color prints. B&W prints made with these inks typically resist fading longer than color prints.
1Display permanence rating for interior displays/away from direct sunlight, under glass by HP Image Permanence Lab and/or by Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc. on a range of HP media. 2Interior in-window display ratings by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of HP media. HP predictions based on test data under Xenon-Arc illuminant — calculation assumes 6,000 Lux/12 hr day. 3Display permanence rating according to test SAE J2527; in a vertical display orientation in simulated nominal outdoor display conditions for select high and low climates, including exposure to direct sunlight and water; performance may vary as environmental conditions change. 4Water resistance ratings tested by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of HP media and follows ISO 18935 method. |
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| HP Universal Adhesive Vinyl | Not available | 1.5+ years | Not available | Not available | Moderately water resistant | | HP Opaque Scrim | Not available | 1+ years | Not available | 3+ months | Water resistant, wait 24 hours before exposing to the environment | | HP Premium Vivid Color Backlit Film | Not available | 2+ years
(simulated backlit display) | 4+ years
(simulated backlit display) | Not available | In test | | HP Colorfast Adhesive Vinyl | Not available | 1+years | Not available | 3+ months | Water resistant, wait 24 hours before exposing to the environment | | HP Durable Banner with Dupont™ Tyvek® | Not available | Not available | Not available | 3+ months | Water resistant | | HP Durable Semi-gloss Display Film | Not available | 1+ years | Not available | Not available | Moderately water resistant | | HP Durable Flag Fabric | Not available | Not available | Not available | 3+ months | Water resistant, wait 24 hours before exposing to the environment | | HP Professional Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Premium Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing
| 1 year | 3+ years | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Premium Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Universal Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | 6 months | 1 year | Not available | Not available | | HP Universal Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | 6 months | 1 year | Not available | Not available | | HP Matte Litho-realistic Paper | In test | 1.5+ years | 2 years | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Hahnemühle Watercolor Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing
| Not available | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Artist Matte Canvas | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Professional Matte Canvas | 200+ years
HP internal testing | 1 year | 5+ years | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Super Heavyweight Plus Matte Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing
| 1+ years | 3+ years | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Heavyweight Coated Paper | Not available | 3 months | 2 years | Not available | Not available | | HP Premium Matte Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing
| 1+ years | 3+ years | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Everyday Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing
| 1 year | Not available | Not available | Moderately water resistant | | HP Everyday Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing
| 1 year | Not available | Not available | Moderately water resistant |
Note: This chart is based on the display permanence rating of color prints. B&W prints made with these inks typically resist fading longer than color prints.
1Display permanence rating for interior displays/away from direct sunlight, under glass by HP Image Permanence Lab and/or by Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc. on a range of HP media.
2Interior in-window display ratings by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of HP media. HP predictions based on test data under Xenon-Arc illuminant — calculation assumes 6,000 Lux/12 hr day.
3Outdoor display permanence rating according to SAE J2527; in a vertical display orientation in simulated nominal outdoor display conditions for select high and low climates, including exposure to direct sunlight and water; performance may vary as environmental conditions change.
4Water resistance testing by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of HP media and follows ISO 18935 method. |
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| HP Premium Vivid Color Backlit Film | Not available | 3+ years
(simulated backlit display) | 5+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | | HP Colorfast Adhesive Vinyl | Not available | In test | Not available | Not available | | HP Everyday Adhesive Matte Polypropylene | 50 years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | | HP Matte Adhesive-back Polypropylene | 50 years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | | HP Opaque Scrim | 95+ years
HP internal testing | In test | Not available | Not available | | HP Blue Back Outdoor Billboard Paper | 1 year | Not available | Not available | Not available | | HP Durable Banner with DuPont™Tyvek® | 1 year
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | | HP Durable Semi-gloss Display Film | Not available | 1+ years | Not available | Moderately water resistant | | HP Premium Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 100 years
HP internal testing | In test | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Premium Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 100 years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | | HP Universal Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 85+ years
» Wilhelm Imaging Research
| In test | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Universal Gloss Photo Paper | 30+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | | HP Hahnemühle Smooth Fine Art Paper | 200+ years
» Wilhelm Imaging Research
| Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Hahnemühle Textured Fine Art Paper | 160+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Hahnemühle Watercolor Paper | 200+ years
» Wilhelm Imaging Research
| Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Aquarella Art Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not water resistant | | HP Matte Litho-realistic Paper | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Canvas Paper | 7+ years | Not available | Not available | Not available | | HP Collector Satin Canvas | 200+ years
HP internal testing | In test | Not available | Not available | | HP Artist Matte Canvas | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | | HP Professional Matte Canvas | 200+ years
HP internal testing | In test | Not available | Not available | | HP Universal Matte Canvas | 200+ years
HP internal testing | Not available | Not available | Not available | | HP Super Heavyweight Plus Matte Paper | 100+ years
HP internal testing | 1+ years | Not available | Not available | | HP Heavyweight Coated Paper | 100+ years
» Wilhelm Imaging Research
| In test | Not available | Not available | | HP Premium Matte Photo Paper | 100+ years
HP internal testing
| 1+ years | 1+ years | Water resistant | | HP Everyday Instant-dry Gloss Photo Paper | 100+ years
HP internal testing
| 1 year | Not available | Moderately water resistant | | HP Everyday Instant-dry Satin Photo Paper | 100+ years
HP internal testing
| 1 year | Not available | Moderately water resistant |
Note: This chart is based on the display permanence rating of color prints. B&W prints made with these inks typically resist fading longer than color prints.
1Display permanence rating for interior displays/away from direct sunlight, under glass by HP Image Permanence Lab and/or by Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc. on a range of HP media.
2Interior in-window display ratings by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of HP media. HP predictions based on test data under Xenon-Arc illuminant — calculation assumes 6,000 Lux/12 hr day.
3Water resistance testing by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of HP media and follows ISO 18935 method. |
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| | HP Designjet 130 and 90 Printer series using Original HP 84 and 85 inks | | | |
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| Prints provide display permanence and durability comparable to low-solvent inks.3
Outdoor prints achieve display permanence up to three years unlaminated, up to five years laminated;3 indoor prints up to five years unlaminated, up to ten years laminated.2 Scratch, smudge, and water resistance is comparable to low-solvent inks.4
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| HP Permanent Gloss Adhesive Vinyl | Not available | Not available | 5 years | Up to 10 years | 3 years | Up to 5 years | Water resistant | | HP PVC-free Wall Paper | Not available | 20+ years | 3+ years | Not available | Not available | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Air Release Adhesive Gloss Cast Vinyl | Not available | Not available | 4 years | 6 years | 3 years | 5 years | Water resistant |
Note: This chart is based on the display permanence rating of color prints. B&W prints made with these inks typically resist fading longer than color prints.
1Display permanence rating for interior displays/away from direct sunlight, by HP Image Permanence Lab.
2Interior in-window display ratings by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of media including HP media. HP in-window predictions based on test data under Xenon-Arc illuminant. Calculation assumes 6000 Lux/12 hr day. Laminated display permanence using GBC clear gloss 1.7 mil hot laminate.
3HP image permanence and scratch, smudge, and water resistance estimates by HP Image Permanence Lab. Outdoor display permanence tested according to SAE J2527 using HP Latex and low-solvent inks on a range of media, including HP media; in a vertical display orientation in simulated nominal outdoor display conditions for select high and low climates, including exposure to direct sunlight and water; performance may vary as environmental conditions change. Scratch, smudge, and water resistance tested using HP Latex and low-solvent inks on a wide range of media, including HP media. Water resistance is comparable to low-solvent inks when printed on water-resistant substrates. Laminated display permanence using GBC clear gloss 1.7 mil hot laminate; for HP Air Release Adhesive Gloss Cast Vinyl using HP Clear Gloss Cast Overlaminate. Results may vary based on specific media performance and scratch testing methodology.
4Water resistance testing by HP Image Permanence Lab on a wide range of media, including HP media; water resistance is comparable to low-solvent inks when printed on water-resistant substrates. Water resistance testing follows ISO 18935 method. Results may vary based on specific media performance. |
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| | HP Scitex FB500, FB700, and FB950 Printers using Original HP FB250/FB251 Scitex Inks | | |
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| HP Premium Backlit Film | 7+ years
HP internal testing
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HP internal testing
| | HP Universal Photo-realistic Paper | 4+ years
HP internal testing | Up to 3 years
HP internal testing | | HP Satin Canvas | In test
HP internal testing | 6 months
HP internal testing | | HP Translucent PVC Display Film | 5+ years
HP internal testing | 1+ years
HP internal testing |
1Durability rating by HP Image Permanence Lab. Image permanence and application durability based on indoor commercial display window or outdoor display with protection.
2Durability rating by HP Image Permanence Lab. Image permanence and application durability based on typical exposure in vertical display conditions and varies as environmental conditions change. |
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| | HP Designjet L26500 Printer series using Original HP 792 Latex Designjet Inks | | | | Produce prints with display permanence and durability that outperform eco-solvent inks.5Outdoor prints achieve display permanence up to three years unlaminated, up to five years laminated;3indoor prints up to five years unlaminated, up to ten years laminated.2Scratch, smudge, and water resistance is comparable to eco-solvent inks.4 | | | | | | | | |
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| HP Permanent Gloss Adhesive Vinyl | Not available | Not available | 5 years | Up to 10 years | 3 years | Up to 5 years | Water resistant | | HP Permanent Matte Adhesive Vinyl | Not available | Not available | 5 years | Up to 10 years | 3 years | Up to 5 years | Water resistant | | HP Durable Frontlit Scrim Banner | Not available | Not available | 1+ years | 2 years | 6+ months | Not available | Water resistant | | HP HDPE Reinforced Banner | Not available | 70 years | 1.5 years | Not available | 1.5 years | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Double-sided HDPE Reinforced Banner | Not available | 70 years | 1.5 years | Not available | 1.5 years | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Photo-realistic Poster Paper | 150 years
HP internal testing | Not available | 6+ months | Not available | Not recommended | Not recommended | Water resistant | | HP PVC-free Wall Paper | Not available | 20+ years | 3+ years | Not available | Not recommended | Not recommended | Water resistant | | HP Air Release Adhesive Gloss Cast Vinyl | Not available | Not available | 3+ years | Up to 10 years | 3 years | 5 years | Water resistant |
Note: This chart is based on the display permanence rating of color prints. B&W prints made with these inks typically resist fading longer than color prints.
1Displaypermanence rating for interior displays/away from direct sunlight, by HP Image Permanence Lab.
2Interior in-window display ratings by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of media including HP media. HP in-window predictions based on test data under Xenon-Arc illuminant. Calculation assumes 6,000 Lux/12 hr day. Laminated display permanence using HP Clear Gloss Cast Overlaminate. Results may vary based on specific media performance.
3HP image permanence estimates by HP Image Permanence Lab. Display permanence tested according to SAE J2527 on a range of media, including HP media; in a vertical display orientation in simulated nominal outdoor display conditions for select high and low climates, including exposure to direct sunlight and water; performance may vary as environmental conditions change. Laminated display permanence using HP Clear Gloss Cast Overlaminate. Results may vary based on specific media performance.
4Resistance testing by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of media including HP media; water resistance is comparable to eco-solvent inks when printed on water-resistant substrates. Water resistance testing follows ISO 18935 method. Results may vary based on specific media performance.
5Durability comparison based on testing of representative eco-solvent inks including eco-sol Max inks on Avery SA vinyl for display permanence and scratch, rub/abrasion, and chemical resistance. HP image permanence and scratch, smudge, and water resistance estimates by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of media including HP printing materials. |
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| | HP Designjet L28500 Printer series using Original HP 792 Latex Designjet Inks | | | | Produce prints with display permanence and durability that outperform eco-solvent inks.5 Outdoor prints achieve display permanence up to three years unlaminated, up to five years laminated;3 indoor prints up to five years unlaminated, up to ten years laminated.2Scratch, smudge, and water resistance is comparable to eco-solvent inks.4 | | | | | | | | |
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| HP Permanent Gloss Adhesive Vinyl | Not available | Not available | 5 years | Up to 10 years | 3 years | Up to 5 years | Water resistant | | HP Permanent Matte Adhesive Vinyl | Not available | Not available | 5 years | Up to 10 years | 3 years | Up to 5 years | Water resistant | | HP Durable Frontlit Scrim Banner | Not available | Not available | 1+ years | 2 years | 6+ months | Not available | Water resistant | | HP HDPE Reinforced Banner | Not available | 70 years | 1.5 years | Not available | 1.5 years | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Double-sided HDPE Reinforced Banner | Not available | 70 years | 1.5 years | Not available | 1.5 years | Not available | Water resistant | | HP Photo-realistic Poster Paper | 150 years
HP internal testing | Not available | 6+ months | Not available | Not recommended | Not recommended | Water resistant | | HP PVC-free Wall Paper | Not available | 20+ years | 3+ years | Not available | Not recommended | Not recommended | Water resistant | | HP Air Release Adhesive Gloss Cast Vinyl | Not available | Not available | 3+ years | Up to 10 years | 3 years | 5 years | Water resistant |
Note: This chart is based on the display permanence rating of color prints. B&W prints made with these inks typically resist fading longer than color prints.
1Displaypermanence rating for interior displays/away from direct sunlight, by HP Image Permanence Lab.
2Interior in-window display ratings by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of media including HP media. HP in-window predictions based on test data under Xenon-Arc illuminant. Calculation assumes 6,000 Lux/12 hr day. Laminated display permanence using HP Clear Gloss Cast Overlaminate. Results may vary based on specific media performance.
3HP image permanence estimates by HP Image Permanence Lab. Display permanence tested according to SAE J2527 on a range of media, including HP media; in a vertical display orientation in simulated nominal outdoor display conditions for select high and low climates, including exposure to direct sunlight and water; performance may vary as environmental conditions change. Laminated display permanence using HP Clear Gloss Cast Overlaminate. Results may vary based on specific media performance.
4Resistance testing by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of media including HP media; water resistance is comparable to eco-solvent inks when printed on water-resistant substrates. Water resistance testing follows ISO 18935 method. Results may vary based on specific media performance.
5Durability comparison based on testing of representative eco-solvent inks including eco-sol Max inks on Avery SA vinyl for display permanence and scratch, rub/abrasion, and chemical resistance. HP image permanence and scratch, smudge, and water resistance estimates by HP Image Permanence Lab on a range of media including HP printing materials. |
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| | Ink and Media Technology Innovation | | | HP invests heavily in research and development around image permanence and durability, focusing on sophisticated ink and media interactions as new printing systems are developed and current technologies are enhanced.
All Original HP inks and large format printing materials must meet rigorous tests developed by HP and relevant standards organizations or independent test labs.
| | Verified Results | | | In addition to following multiple ISO standards, HP uses recognized image permanence testing laboratories to confirm internal HP Image Permanence Lab results.
Indoor Home & Office Display:
Wilhelm Imaging Research
WIR has become a world-renowned and industry leading 3rd party durability test facility for inkjet and other print technologies. HP has teamed up with WIR to provide customers ensured and verified image permanence results. | |  | | Outdoor Displays:
Atlas and Q-LAB
HP uses results from two of the leading independent material weathering companies—Atlas and Q-Lab—to help HP verify accelerated results. Samples are rigorously tested in hot, wet south Florida conditions and the hot, dry Arizona desert. | |  | |  | | | » HP Permanence & Durability Testing Details (PDF, 125KB) | | | |
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