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Raw & Post Processing, Printing => Printing: Printers, Papers and Inks => Topic started by: nihil on October 17, 2009, 04:20:01 pm

Title: Epson ink counter accuracy
Post by: nihil on October 17, 2009, 04:20:01 pm

Anyone know how accurate the ink counter on Epson printers is? I have a 7800. I use the counter to calculate costs when I print for other people (non profit)..

Title: Epson ink counter accuracy
Post by: Randy Carone on October 17, 2009, 07:08:08 pm

Based on several reports, ink usage is ~2-2.5ml per square foot. Assuming you are paying ~$.37/ml, your cost for ink is $.74-93/sq. ft. of print. I generally advise my customers to use $1.00/sq. ft. and you are safe. This leaves room for cleanings, mistakes, PK/MK switches, proofs, etc.