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I don't have a problem using third-party inks on my cheap everyday printers. It's perfect for the Epson printer it's designed for. But for professional quality jobs on a pretty expensive (at least when we bought it a few years ago) Epson Photo R1800 -- genuine ink is the only way to go. I don't think this ink requires any comments. Its genuine from Epson, period.
The color can be duplicated, but all inks are not created equal. It is important to me that my prints are of high quality, so I don't attempt to use the cheaper compatible ink cartridges. Third party options may produce a good print initially, but may not hold up or last as long.PROS:Provides superior resistance to water, fading and smudgingCONS:Price When it comes to ink for my R1800 photo printer, I am concerned with the quality of the images I print. The Epson yellow UltraChrome Hi-Gloss ink cartridge provides superior resistance to water, fading and smudging.
If you own the EPSON Stylus Photo R1800, this is the ink for you.
I've paid $13-$15 elsewhere when needed at last minute.I seem to use more yellow cartridges than any of the others. Under $11 is a good price for the Epson ink catridges and they work for the R800 or R1800, which I have, a great printer. The description doesn't say for the R1800, but it is, says it right on the packaging.
Great product in every respect, but cost too much for what it is - ink.
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