Digital BW, The Print

Clayton Jones wrote:

> This analysis may be based on the cost of prefilled carts.  I use a
> 2200 with the new easy top fill carts and buy ink in 4 oz bottles, so
> the smaller carts only mean I refill more often.  These carts have
> pretty much rendered CIS things obsolete unless you print in huge
> volume.  Before the new carts, refilling was a messy difficult affair,
> and a CIS was more attractive.  But they have their own share of
> "challenges".  The new carts are fantastic, make refilling a breeze,
> and have opened the door to experimenting with different ink formulas.
> It's a whole new world.
> 
> IMO, larger carts is not a good reason to buy a 4000.  Not only more
> money, they are huge (30" square) and heavy (90 lbs).  Get one if you
> want to make 16x20 prints.  If 11x14 prints are enough, then a 4000
> may be overkill.
> 

Hi Clayton

Thanks for the reply..I also appreciate your website and the discussion 
on BO printing. I'm going to have to read the section on profiles a few 
more times for sure.

I saw the easy top refillable you mentioned some where but didn't 
consider them since my one attempt at refiling many years ago left a 
stain on my memory. If it is as easy as you say it would be far 
preferable to the hoses and all of a CIS system since I won't be doing 
any bulk printing at this point.

Are there any cartridges that you would recommend or stay away from? I 
like the idea of clear cartridges.

Some more questions for you or anyone else that would like to comment:

When I print B&W I'm definitely starting with BO and the Eboni inks on 
matte papers. Is there any problem using the Eboni ink when printing in 
color though? Is it OK with ultra chrome or is that where a second black 
ink comes into play? (I'm suspecting so).

Are the MIS 7600 inks really comparable to ultra chrome. I've heard 
comments that any thing and Epson ink will mess up a printer and void a 
warranty.

Thanks


Peace

Roy