HP C9451A - 130ml Light Gray Ink Cartridge for DesignJet Z2100 and Z3100 Series

HP 70 Light Gray 130ml Ink Cartridge (C9451A)

The HP 70 Light Gray ink cartridge delivers exceptional photographic print quality and smooth tonal transitions for your HP DesignJet large-format printer. With a generous 130ml capacity, this high-volume cartridge produces delicate light gray tones essential for professional black and white photography, fine art reproduction, and graphics requiring extended grayscale range and smooth gradations.

Key Features

• High-Capacity 130ml: Extended ink volume reduces cartridge changes and maximizes productivity
• Delicate Light Gray Tones: Produces subtle highlights and smooth transitions in grayscale output
• Extended Tonal Range: Expands grayscale capabilities for superior black and white photography
• Eliminates Color Casts: Ensures neutral tones without unwanted color shifts in monochrome prints
• Professional Photo Quality: HP's advanced pigment-based ink technology ensures stunning results
• Fade-Resistant: Long-lasting prints that maintain quality and tonal accuracy for decades
• Genuine HP Quality: Original HP cartridge ensures optimal compatibility and printer warranty protection
• Cost-Effective: Larger capacity provides better value for high-volume photo printing

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: C9451A
• Color: Light Gray
• Capacity: 130ml
• Ink Type: Pigment-based
• Technology: HP Vivera pigment ink
• Compatibility: HP DesignJet Z2100 and Z3100 series printers
• Manufacturer: HP Canada
• Barcode: 882780528680
• Weight: 1.0 lb

Compatible Printers

• HP DesignJet Z2100 24-inch Photo Printer
• HP DesignJet Z2100 44-inch Photo Printer
• HP DesignJet Z3100 24-inch Photo Printer
• HP DesignJet Z3100 44-inch Photo Printer
• HP DesignJet Z3100ps Photo Printer series

Ideal Applications

• Professional black and white photography with extended tonal range
• Fine art reproduction and gallery-quality prints
• Portrait photography with smooth skin tones
• Landscape photography with delicate highlight detail
• Architectural renderings and technical illustrations
• Monochrome graphics and artistic presentations
• Photo proofing and color-critical workflows

The Importance of Light Gray Ink

Light gray ink is essential for achieving professional-quality black and white prints. By adding light gray to the standard black and gray inks, the HP DesignJet Z-series printers can produce exceptionally smooth tonal transitions, particularly in highlight areas. This eliminates graininess, reduces visible dot patterns, and creates continuous-tone output that rivals traditional silver halide photographic prints.

Genuine HP Advantage: Genuine HP ink cartridges are engineered to work seamlessly with HP DesignJet printers, delivering consistent quality, optimal performance, and reliable results. HP Vivera pigment inks offer exceptional fade resistance rated for up to 200 years when displayed under glass, ensuring your black and white prints remain pristine for generations.

Essential for professional photographers, fine art printers, and graphic professionals who demand exceptional grayscale reproduction, smooth highlight transitions, and gallery-quality black and white output in their large-format printing.