Digital BW, The Print

In a message dated 5/7/06 10:04:02 AM, ar@... writes:


> A standard issue with all new Epson inkjets is that the first set of
> cartridges don't last as long as subsequent sets, because the printer
> has to prime/fill the ink tubes between cartridges and heads. I don't
> know whether Epson have improved the situation recently.
> 

The only improvement would come from shortening/narrowing the tubes involved 
in bulk feed. Thats not likely to happen. But the user in question cites the 
R1800 which has no bulk feed; the carts sit directly on the print heads, and   
initial install waste is limited to the tiny amount used to fill the heads, 
and that passed through in ensuring that the heads are primed and running 
properly. Not in the same category as the wideformat Epsons with their bulk feed 
systems. But then, the R1800 carts are tiny, so the loss is somewhat magnified by 
that.

C. David Tobie
Product Technology Manager
ColorVision Business Division
DataColor Inc.
CDTobie@...
www.colorvision.com



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