HP12

HP12 is a term that can refer to several different things, primarily within the context of Hewlett-Packard (HP) products and nomenclature.

Most commonly, HP12 refers to a line of HP calculators, most notably the HP-12C. This financial calculator, first released in 1981, is renowned for its robustness, extensive financial functions, and Reverse Polish Notation (RPN) input method. The HP-12C has a long production history and remains popular among finance professionals, engineers, and students for its reliability and specialized capabilities. Variations like the HP-12CP also exist.

Beyond calculators, HP12 might also appear in product model numbers for various HP peripherals, computers, or components. For instance, it could be part of a printer model, a laptop series designation, or a specific internal part number. The exact meaning would depend heavily on the specific product category and the surrounding alphanumeric characters in the model designation. Without further context, identifying the precise HP12 product is difficult. However, the calculator association is the most prevalent and widely recognized meaning.