Question 1

How is it considered a 6 ink system, when 2 bottles are the same black?

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According to one review: "The sixth ink is a pigment-based black which is better for text documents because it is more robust than dye." Each of the black inks have a specific purpose in printing: one for text, and one for image.  The printer has a greater tonal range due to the grey ink as well.  Also, use proper paper.  I have compared the same image on different papers: the Epson paper (glossy, semi-glossy) provide a deep black.  I also use HP paper, but the Epson paper gives me a deep black, while the HP can often provide a deep black with a very slight purple tinge; you have to look real hard, but it is there.  When I was working with SIGGRAPH, a computer graphics society, we published our journal, which used a double black.  A black on a black.  Printing color has a lot of history, and I suggest developing your own work process, which will eventually provide better images for you in future use.  I use an ET-3750 color Epson printer: I use that for printing color brochures, and anything which does not require critical specifications for color printing (although it prints beautiful glossy images as well).  I use the ET-8550 for wide format images.  There are YouTube videos regarding this printer, and some discussions regarding color print testing.

Question 2

Trying to print photo christmas cards (matte finish).  What are some good paper optio s?

Accepted Answer

Red River Paper makes a wide variety of awesome greeting card papers.  I have probably printed 3000 cards with the 8550 so far and they do awesome in this printer.  I really love that they have several weight options for matte, and they offer linen and canvas cards as well  in multiple sizes.

Question 3

Does the epson ET-8550 print for heat transfer sublimation?

Accepted Answer

YES, the ET-8550 can be used "out of the box" for sublimation printing as long as you have sourced the 6-color sublimation ink.  Do not use the ink that comes with the printer for sublimation, you'll just contaminate your tank.

It is likely that doing this will void the warranty, but you'll have the best-looking and largest sublimation prints!

Question 4

Can I print heavy cardstock?lake a 110

Accepted Answer

I have printed greeting cards on presentation paper 179 gsm and card stock 199 gsm.

ASIN	B08R5M2HDH
Additional Printer Functions	Copy, Scan
B&W Pages per Minute	16 ppm
Box Contents	EcoTank Photo ET-8550 All-in-One, Quick Installation Guide, Power Cord, CD-ROM (User Manual, software), 1 bottle of 552 Photo Black (70mL), 1 bottle of 552 Black (70mL) and 1 bottle 552 Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Grey (70mL) (4)
Brand	Epson
Brand Name	Epson
Color Pages per Minute	12 ppm
Colour	white
Compatible Cartridge	Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 Ink Bottles (552 Photo Black, 552 Black, 552 Cyan, 552 Magenta, 552 Yellow, 552 Grey)
Compatible Devices	PC, Smartphones
Connectivity Technology	Wireless
Control Method	App
Controller Type	iOS, Android
Customer Reviews	4.1 out of 5 stars 2,117 Reviews
Display Type	LCD
Dual-sided printing	Yes
Duplex	Automatic
Hardware Interface	USB
Ink Color	black, cyan, magenta, yellow, gray
Is Electric	Yes
Item Dimensions D x W x H	75.7D x 52.3W x 42.9H Centimeters
Item Type Name	Inkjet Printer
Item Weight	24.5 Pounds
Manufacturer	Epson
Max PrintResolution Color	5760 x 1440
Max PrintSpeed BlackWhite	600 x 1200 dpi
Maximum Copy Resolution Black and White	5760 x 1440 dpi
Maximum Copy Resolution Color	5760 x 1440 dpi
Maximum Copy Speed Black and White	16 ppm
Maximum Sheet Capacity	100
Model Name	EcoTank Photo ET-8550
Model Number	ET-8550
Model Series	ET
Network Connectivity Technology	Wireless
Other Special Features of the Product	Automatic Document Feeder Wireless, Double-Sided Scan Automatic Duplex Borderless Printing Touch Screen Display Automatic Duplex
Output sheet capacity	50.0
Paper Size	13" x 19" (A3+), 11" x 17", A3, Legal, Letter, A4, Executive, 8" x 10", 5" x 7", 4" x 6", 3.5" x 5", A6, Half Letter, #10 Envelope, User Defined (2.2" x 3.4" to 13" x 78.7")
Power Consumption	150 Watts
Printer Output Type	Color,Solid Color
Printer Type	Inkjet
Printing Media Type	Glossy photo paper
Printing Technology	Inkjet
Resolution	5760 x 1440
Scanner Type	Photo
Special Feature	Automatic Document Feeder Wireless, Double-Sided Scan Automatic Duplex Borderless Printing Touch Screen Display Automatic Duplex Special Feature Automatic Document Feeder Wireless, Double-Sided Scan Automatic Duplex Borderless Printing Touch Screen Display Automatic Duplex See more
Specific Uses For Product	Print
UPC	010343952492
Unit Count	1.0 Count

Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 Wireless Large Format All-in-One Super Tank Printer, Scanner, Copier, Ethernet and 4.3-Inch Colour Touch Screen

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