A plotter is a printer that interprets commands from a computer to make line drawings on paper with one or more automated pens. Unlike a regular printer , the plotter can draw continuous point-to-point lines directly from vector graphics files or commands. There are a number of different types of plotters: a drum plotter draws on paper wrapped around a drum which turns to produce one direction of the plot, while the pens move to provide the other direction; a flatbed plotter draws on paper placed on a flat surface; and an electrostatic plotter draws on negatively charged paper with positively charged toner.

Plotters were the first type of printer that could print with color and render graphics and full-size engineering drawings. As a rule, plotters are much more expensive than printers. They are most frequently used for CAE (computer-aided engineering) applications, such as CAD (computer-aided design) and CAM (computer-aided manufacturing). Hewlett-Packard is the leading vendor of plotters worldwide.

That is a basic plotter definition. Those who use plotters know what they are and what they are used for. Large signs, Graphics, and Blueprints. If you have a need to print out your own signs for your business, your trade show, your convention, school project, or presentation, we can help. Contact PCRetro Rentals today for a quote on a plotter rental. Whether for a day or a month, we can come up with a price quote for you that will fit your budget, and a plotter to fullfill your needs.