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HP 72 Gray Original Ink Cartridge
KSh 15,500.00
Brand HP (Hewlett-Packard)
Model Name HP 72 Gray (High Capacity)
Part Number C9374A
Ink Volume 130 ml
Ink Type Dye-based Gray
Ink Drop Size 6 pl
Print Head Compatibility 2 colors per printhead
Compatibility DesignJet T610, T620, T770, T790, T795, T1100, T1120, T1200, T1300, T2300 eMFP
Operating Temp 15 to 35°C
HP 72 Gray Original Ink Cartridge – Professional Neutrality for Technical Excellence
Achieving true neutral grays is the ultimate challenge in technical printing, and the HP 72 Gray Original Ink Cartridge (C9374A) is the definitive solution. Specifically engineered for the HP DesignJet series, this high-capacity 130ml cartridge uses specialized dye-based ink to eliminate color casting and ensure perfectly balanced grayscale output. Whether you are printing complex architectural renderings, shaded 3D models, or high-detail GIS maps in Nairobi, the HP 72 Gray ensures incredibly smooth gradients and fine line detail. Its precision-tuned formulation works in harmony with the Matte Black and Photo Black cartridges to deliver a professional depth of field that generic alternatives simply cannot match.
HP 72 Gray Original Ink Key Features
- Neutral Grayscale Balance: Specialized gray ink prevents “bronzing” and color shifts in monochrome areas of your prints.
- Ultra-Smooth Gradients: Precision 6-picoliter ink drops allow for flawless transitions between light and dark shaded regions.
- High-Capacity 130ml Reservoir: Designed for high-performance architectural and engineering firms to maintain uninterrupted workflows.
- Archival-Grade Stability: Formulated to resist fading, ensuring that technical drawings and renderings remain clear for years of consultation.
HP 72 Gray Original Ink Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Brand | HP (Hewlett-Packard) |
| Model Name | HP 72 Gray (High Capacity) |
| Part Number | C9374A |
| Ink Volume | 130 ml |
| Ink Type | Dye-based Gray |
| Ink Drop Size | 6 pl |
| Print Head Compatibility | 2 colors per printhead |
| Compatibility | DesignJet T610, T620, T770, T790, T795, T1100, T1120, T1200, T1300, T2300 eMFP |
| Operating Temp | 15 to 35°C |
HP 72 Gray Original Ink Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Professional Depth: Essential for renderings where shading and shadows require nuanced, non-stepped transitions.
- Enhanced Detail: Allows for finer detail in dark areas of a print compared to using only black ink.
- Optimized Reliability: Designed to maintain the health of HP printheads, preventing expensive downtime and hardware repairs.
Cons:
- Niche Application: Primarily required for specific 6-color DesignJet systems, not compatible with 4-color plotters.
- Inventory Management: Requires maintaining an additional cartridge color specifically for high-end grayscale output.
HP 72 Gray Original Ink Variation Price Table
| Cartridge Model | Ink Color | Volume | Est. Price (KES) |
| HP 72 | Gray | 130ml | 14,500 – 16,500 |
| HP 72 | Photo Black | 130ml | 14,500 – 16,500 |
| HP 72 | Matte Black | 130ml | 15,500 – 17,500 |
| HP 72 | Color (C/M/Y) | 130ml | 14,500 – 16,500 |
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HP 72 Gray Original Ink Suitable Application Areas
- Architectural Visualization: Printing realistic 3D renderings and shaded elevations with professional depth.
- Engineering Firms: Shaded mechanical drawings and structural plans requiring clear differentiation of shadows.
- GIS & Mapping: Geographical maps where grayscale shading indicates terrain elevations or population density.
- Nairobi Commercial Hubs: Reliable Wide-format output for construction project management and high-end presentations.
Verdict
The HP 72 Gray Original Ink Cartridge (C9374A) is the secret weapon for professionals who demand gallery-quality technical prints. In the architectural and engineering hubs of Kenya, where precision and presentation quality can define a project’s success, the HP 72 Gray provides the neutrality and smoothness that high-end DesignJet plotters are built for. It is an indispensable tool for achieving professional-grade, archival renderings.







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