HP Smart Tank 581 All-in-One Printer (4A8D4A)

HP Smart Tank 581 All-in-One Printer

The HP Smart Tank 581 delivers comprehensive printing, copying, and scanning capabilities for home and small office environments. This all-in-one printer combines HP Thermal Inkjet technology with a refillable tank system, offering efficient document handling and wireless connectivity options.

Print Performance

The HP Smart Tank 581 produces black documents at up to 12 pages per minute (ISO standard) and color prints at up to 5 pages per minute (ISO standard). For draft quality printing, speeds increase to 22 pages per minute for black and 16 pages per minute for color documents.

• Black print speed: Up to 12 ppm (ISO), 22 ppm (draft)
• Color print speed: Up to 5 ppm (ISO), 16 ppm (draft)
• First page out: 14 seconds (black A4), 21 seconds (color A4)
• Monthly duty cycle: Up to 3,000 pages
• Recommended monthly volume: 400-800 pages
• Print quality: Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi (black), 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi (color)

Connectivity and Mobile Features

The HP Smart Tank 581 supports multiple connection methods including built-in Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, and USB 2.0. Mobile printing capabilities enable direct printing from smartphones and tablets through various platforms.

• Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n and Wi-Fi Direct connectivity
• USB 2.0 connection port
• HP app compatibility for mobile devices
• Apple AirPrint support
• Mopria Print Service integration
• Android printing through HP Print Service Plugin

Paper Handling and Media Support

The HP Smart Tank 581 accommodates various paper sizes and types through its 100-sheet input tray and 30-sheet output tray. The printer supports borderless printing for photos up to 8.5 x 11 inches.

• Input capacity: 100 sheets
• Output capacity: 30 sheets
• Supported sizes: A4, B5, A6, DL envelope, legal
• Custom sizes: 88.9 x 127 to 215.9 x 355.6 mm
• Media types: Plain paper, brochure papers, photo papers, envelopes
• Borderless printing: Up to 8.5 x 11 inches

Scanning and Copying Functions

The HP Smart Tank 581 includes a flatbed scanner with Contact Image Sensor (CIS) technology. Scanning resolution reaches up to 1200 dpi optical, while copying functions support up to 99 copies with various adjustment settings.

• Scanner type: Flatbed with CIS technology
• Optical resolution: Up to 1200 dpi
• Maximum scan size: 216 x 297 mm
• Copy speed: 10 cpm (black), 2 cpm (color)
• Copy resolution: Up to 600 dpi
• Supported file formats: JPG, PDF, PNG, TIFF, HEIF

Ink System and Tank Technology

The HP Smart Tank 581 utilizes a refillable ink tank system with separate bottles for each color. The system includes high-capacity black ink and standard color ink bottles, reducing per-page printing costs.

• Refillable tank system with 4 separate ink bottles
• HP GT53XL 135ml black ink bottle included
• HP GT52 50ml color ink bottles (cyan, magenta, yellow)
• Separate black and tri-color printheads
• Reduced cost per page compared to cartridge systems

HP Smart Tank 581 Technical Specifications

The HP Smart Tank 581 operates with a 980 MHz processor and 64MB integrated DDR1 memory. The printer includes a 1.2-inch LCD display with 33 segments for status monitoring and control.

• Processor: 980 MHz
• Memory: 64MB integrated DDR1
• Display: 33-segment + 1.2-inch LCD
• Operating systems: Windows 11/10, macOS 10.15-14
• Power consumption: 0.109W (off), 3.023W (ready), 1.096W (sleep)
• Dimensions: 434.66 x 361.53 x 157.26 mm
• Weight: 5.03 kg

Environmental and Safety Features

The HP Smart Tank 581 incorporates HP Auto-Off Technology for energy savings and meets various international safety standards. Operating conditions support temperatures from 5°C to 40°C with humidity ranges from 15% to 80% RH.

• HP Auto-Off Technology for energy efficiency
• Operating temperature: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
• Operating humidity: 15-80% RH (non-condensing)
• Safety compliance: IEC 60950-1, IEC 62368-1, EU RED standards
• Input voltage: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz