QTR-Quadtone RIP

> On the other hand, I understand the hassle very well.  I note that the HP PK
> in my generic base settles less than the OEM HP Grey ink.  It also does not
> separate, color-wise nearly as much as the other B&W blends I've tested.
>   The reason is simple, the Epson bases can be more viscous.  At any rate,
> the HP PK + Glop is now in the 1100 and 1400, and will be in the 7800 if
> these tests continue to look good.  For neutral B&W with less fade
> resistance, but also with a number of significant advantages, I have high
> hopes for this HP-Glop blend and a much more hassle-free and flexible
> approach for those who do not need 100% carbon.  See
> http://www.paulroark.com/BW-Info/1100-HpGO.pdf
>
> Paul
> www.PaulRoark.com

There is a membrane pump at the underside of HP carts which agitates the 
ink when in use so there are more factors that keep the ink in condition 
on HP printers. In general more HP printers have the carts separated 
from the head carriage where Epson models have that only from the 3800 
upwards.  Say an internal CIS. That also makes it easier to change ink 
feeding to even larger carts if the pumping is kept in the lines like I 
have done with an Officejet K5400. On the Z models I still shake the 
carts from time to time to be sure.

Paul, I have located some sources for a HP/Canon glop to dilute the HP 
Vivera PK for thermal head use. With Bowhaus TBW it should be possible 
to use them on larger Canons.

Epson B500DN, B510DN, B300 have that internal CIS also, the B500DN price 
is dropped right now here, it will be replaced with the 510. If you want 
a pro quality, large cart, duplex included, network enabled,  quad 
printer then you have to act fast I guess.


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Met vriendelijke groeten,   Ernst

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