Re: Epson Inks

On 2007-10-24 22:11:32 +0200, "Nodge" <me@xxxxxxxxxx> said:

I have an Epson 2100 A3 printer which I am now using to regularly print A3
size prints. I am only using genuine Epson cartridges and I am getting very
good quality and no print problems whatseover. Even after returning from a 2
week holiday I did a nozzle check and had no blocked nozzles at all. Of
course the only problem is I'm spending a small fortune on ink and I'm now
considering changing to either compatible cartridges or something like a
Lyson continuous ink system. I've been steering clear of compatibles up to
now as I know people have problems with blocked nozzles with some of them.
I really do need to cut my costs though while retaining quality and
reliablility.
Any recommendations for either compatible carts or continuous ink systems?
Any to avoid? I might even consider getting another A3 printer just for use
on this project. I've always been happy with the print quality from Epsons
but i'm open to suggestions if there's a better solution.

Thanks

John

I always refilled my printers but for GENERAL purpose use until now.
The best choise for me was buying a laser printer (have an aculaser c1100n & a brother DCP-7010) to print everything but photos with BULK toner and am planning to buy the epson 1400 or R1800 (R1900 %-) for fotos WITH OEM cartridges.The only way to get photos last for years is to use specific inks&media.
My canon's photos printed with inksupply inks (dye) will last about 1-2 MONTHS in my room and unframed.Very dissapointing i guess...
But i have photos printed by my old epson 870 with inksupply's GP archival inks which last til now (5 years) without maggior fading.

My opinion is that you should consider selling this printer and buy one new more affordable to run (IMHO)

.

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