OpenPrinter: Repairable Open-Source Printer Now Available for Pre-Order
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Why This Matters
OpenPrinter represents a growing right-to-repair movement applied to consumer hardware, targeting sustainability and long-term cost reduction.
OpenTools Studio has launched a pre-order campaign on Crowdsupply for OpenPrinter, a compact, repairable, open-source inkjet printer/plotter featuring a refillable ink system, roll paper support, and a Raspberry Pi Zero W main board.
OpenPrinter is a compact inkjet printer and plotter designed for repairability and longevity. Built from standard and open-source components, it can be purchased as a self-assembly kit or pre-assembled. The device measures 497×233×111 mm, making it one of the smallest printer/plotter units on the market, and can be desk-mounted or wall-mounted using an optional wall kit.
Key features include independent black and color cartridge operation — eliminating the common issue of being unable to print in black when a color cartridge is empty. It supports HP 63, HP 302, and HP 803 cartridge families (region-dependent), as well as rechargeable cartridges via the Inkit system with 100ml ink bottles.
The printer supports standard sheet formats (A4, A3, Letter, Tabloid) and continuous paper rolls up to 37.5 meters, with an integrated cutter for banners and custom formats. Resolution reaches 1200 dpi in color and 600 dpi in black and white.
Connectivity includes USB-C, USB-A, Wi-Fi 802.11ac (AirPrint), and Bluetooth 4.1. The main board runs a Raspberry Pi Zero W with an open-source CUPS print server, providing driver-free compatibility with Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. 3D-printable custom parts are also supported via open-source design files.