Epson 108 Black ink bottle EcoTank Pigment
Key Features
Brand : Epson
Original Epson ink
Print up to 5700 pages
Effortless Refill
Compatible with models:L8050,Epson L18050
Epson 108 Black Ink Bottle Product Guide
Comprehensive Product Overview
The Epson 108 Black Ink Bottle (Model: C13T09C14A) is a premium, high-yield replenishment solution engineered explicitly for high-volume, high-fidelity printing across the Epson EcoTank photo printer line. Designed for home offices, creative studios, and professional photographers, this original ink bottle delivers an ultra-low cost-per-page operational model. It functions as a dependable infrastructure companion that guarantees smooth tonal transitions, rich deep blacks, and sharp grayscale contrast for both text documents and gallery-grade prints.
While standard document printers favor pigment-based formulas, it is important to clarify that the official manufacturer specification . This dye-based black formulation is intentionally selected to achieve optimal chemistry for realistic, borderless photographic prints. The dye molecules thoroughly saturate the surface of glossy photo papers, ensuring consistent reflectivity, zero bronzing artifacts, and highly detailed high-contrast image depth that pigment inks struggle to match on glossy mediums
Operational utility is optimized through an innovative, spill-free replenishment system. The bottle features a unique, re-engineered mechanical nozzle assembly that acts like a key, only locking onto the printer’s corresponding black ink tank and flowing via gravity without forcing the user to squeeze. This airtight design completely eliminates the risk of messy accidental spills or air-lock bubbles while ensuring maximum hardware health and a seamless, high-speed production output.
Key Features
- Ultra-High Photographic Yield: Prints up to an estimated 3,600 standard text pages or 5,700 high-quality photos (10 x 15 cm) per single bottle to sustain demanding bulk use.
- Premium Dye-Based Chemistry: Formulated to deliver rich photo-quality black output, highly accurate color balancing, and exceptionally smooth gradients.
- Key-Lock Refill Architecture: Unique physical nozzle shapes guarantee mess-free, spill-proof refilling, making it impossible to accidentally pour ink into the wrong color tank.
- Thermal Printhead Optimization: Engineered to match strict viscosity limits to prevent premature microscopic nozzle clogging and preserve printer warranty safety.
- Eco-Conscious Infrastructure: Built as part of the specialized EcoTank platform, significantly reducing single-use plastic cartridge waste for sustainable printing.
- Excellent Archival Durability: Documents and borderless photos remain clean, highly clear, and resistant to environmental fade over prolonged storage periods.
Technical Specifications
| System Feature | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Model Code Designation | C13T09C14A (Epson 108 Black) |
| Official Ink Matrix Type | Premium Dye-Based Ink (Six-colour photo set) |
| Volumetric Liquid Capacity | 70 ml |
| Estimated Page Yield | Approx. 3,600 text documents / 5,700 small photos |
| Refill Nozzle Interface | Color-specific keyed spill-proof valve mechanism |
| Storage Temperature Matrix | Maintain in cool, dark, dry storage environments |
Hardware Compatibility Profile
The Epson 108 Black ink bottle is engineered specifically to replenish the following high-capacity EcoTank models:
- Epson EcoTank L8050 Single-Function Photo Printer
- Epson EcoTank L18050 A3+ Wireless Photo Printer
- Epson EcoTank L8100 Photo Printer Generations
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mix this dye-based black ink with third-party pigment black inks?
No. Mixing dye-based and pigment-based black inks inside an EcoTank reservoir is highly discouraged. Doing so can cause chemical coagulation, altering fluid properties and permanently clogging the thermal printhead micro-nozzles, which requires expensive repair
Does the bottle require forcing or squeezing during the refilling cycle?
No. The bottle works strictly on an internal pressure-equalizing gravity mechanism. Once you flip the bottle upside down and lock the keyed nozzle onto the printer’s black tank gateway, ink flows automatically and cuts off cleanly the millisecond the reservoir reaches max capacity.
How should I store a partially full ink bottle?
Because the bottle features a secure twist-on outer cap, you can seal the remaining ink inside safely. Store the bottle vertically in a cool, dark cabinet out of direct sunlight to prevent premature chemical breakdowns and maintain full efficiency for future top-offs.
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