Sheet-fed Indigo 3550 digital press, refresh of the 3500, for short-run commercial print on a wide substrate range.
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The HP Indigo 3550 Digital Press is the refresh of the 3500, sheet-fed digital press for short-run commercial print. ElectroInk delivers near-offset color quality on coated, uncoated, synthetic, and specialty stocks. Catalog 272 mono ppm and 68 ppm color reflects the duplex and 1-color-pass speeds; in 4-color mode the practical throughput is in line with the 3500. Sheet size up to 13x19. Production-class press for an in-house print shop with operator coverage. The regret: like the 3500, the 3550 is a previous-generation Indigo, so confirm HP's long-term support roadmap for ElectroInk and PIPs before committing significant capital.
| Print technology | Single-function |
|---|---|
| Print speed (mono) | Up to 272 pages per minute |
| Print speed (color) | Up to 68 pages per minute |
| Duplex printing | Automatic Duplex |
| Copy & Scan | |
| Capability | Color Single-function |
| Duplex copy / scan | Automatic Duplex |
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| Scan destinations | |
| Paper | |
| Paper capacity | 0 sheets |
| Paper size | |
| Recommended monthly volume | 30000 pages |
| Max monthly duty cycle | |
| Connectivity | |
| Wired | Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) |
| Physical & power | |
| Form factor | Production |
| Usage class | Production |
| Manufacturer | HP |
| Model | HP Indigo 3550 Digital Press |
Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.
Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.
HP Indigo 3550 Digital Press in original HP packaging. Production form factor, roughly
Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.
HP quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.
Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.
The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.
The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.
If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.
Standard-yield toner
About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series
High-yield toner BEST VALUE
About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices
Drum unit
15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner
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If this model isn't quite right, here are the printers most often compared. Faster, color-capable, or floor-standing commercial options for higher volume.
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