Emeios
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Hello, I've searched the forum but couldn't find a clear confirmation regarding my question.
TLDR:
I'm planning to buy an entry-level Epson Ecotank printer (like ET-2870, ET-4800, ET-2860, etc., I haven't decided on a specific model yet) and use Claria ink (114 ink bottles) instead of the recommended ink. Would this work without issues? I've found some threads mentioning that Claria ink works well with other unofficially compatible Epson Ecotank printers, but I didn't see explicit confirmation for such entry-level Ecotank printers.
Sorry if the answer is obvious, I'm very new to the (2D) printing world, and I'd rather not brick my printer before even using it.
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To add some context:
I'm planning to create a gift that involves some printing. I'd prefer to do the printing myself rather than using a third-party service, since it will require printing on different materials, sizes, and some trial and error.
After finishing this project, and when I'm not actively involved in new ones, I probably won't print very frequently (a few times per month at most). Therefore, I can't justify the expense of a high-end printer, but I still want good-quality/lasting inks for my projects.
From reading various threads, I got the impression that the main difference between entry-level Epson Ecotank printers (ET-2870, ET-4800, ET-2860, etc.) and slightly more expensive models (like ET-8500) isn't primarily hardware but rather the ink they use. For example, printers such as the ET-8500 have two additional ink slots (a grey ink and a pigment black), which seem only really beneficial for photo printing.
My idea is to buy an entry-level printer and use Claria Ink (114) to achieve reasonably good-quality prints that won't fade quickly. Would this work?
Thank you for your time.
P.S.: Since printer and ink model numbers can vary by region, please note that I'm located in Europe.
TLDR:
I'm planning to buy an entry-level Epson Ecotank printer (like ET-2870, ET-4800, ET-2860, etc., I haven't decided on a specific model yet) and use Claria ink (114 ink bottles) instead of the recommended ink. Would this work without issues? I've found some threads mentioning that Claria ink works well with other unofficially compatible Epson Ecotank printers, but I didn't see explicit confirmation for such entry-level Ecotank printers.
Sorry if the answer is obvious, I'm very new to the (2D) printing world, and I'd rather not brick my printer before even using it.
---
To add some context:
I'm planning to create a gift that involves some printing. I'd prefer to do the printing myself rather than using a third-party service, since it will require printing on different materials, sizes, and some trial and error.
After finishing this project, and when I'm not actively involved in new ones, I probably won't print very frequently (a few times per month at most). Therefore, I can't justify the expense of a high-end printer, but I still want good-quality/lasting inks for my projects.
From reading various threads, I got the impression that the main difference between entry-level Epson Ecotank printers (ET-2870, ET-4800, ET-2860, etc.) and slightly more expensive models (like ET-8500) isn't primarily hardware but rather the ink they use. For example, printers such as the ET-8500 have two additional ink slots (a grey ink and a pigment black), which seem only really beneficial for photo printing.
My idea is to buy an entry-level printer and use Claria Ink (114) to achieve reasonably good-quality prints that won't fade quickly. Would this work?
Thank you for your time.
P.S.: Since printer and ink model numbers can vary by region, please note that I'm located in Europe.
