The Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8550 is the ultimate creative tool for those who demand professional-quality prints without the high overhead of traditional ink cartridges. This versatile wide-format supertank printer utilizes a unique 6-color ink set to produce exceptionally detailed photos and sharp documents. Whether you are printing large-scale portfolios, promotional materials, or everyday business reports, the ET-8550 provides the performance and economy to handle it all.
Professional 6-Color Imaging:
- Claria ET Premium Ink: Includes Photo Black, Matte Black, and Gray inks alongside standard CMY to deliver smooth gradations, deeper blacks, and stunning grayscale images.
- Wide-Format Versatility: Print borderless photos and projects up to 13″ x 19″ (A3+)—ideal for architects, designers, and hobbyist photographers.
- PrecisionCore Heat-Free Technology: Produces high-resolution prints with extreme accuracy while maintaining high speeds and lower energy consumption.
Incredible Value & Convenience:
- Cartridge-Free Printing: Save up to 80% on replacement ink with low-cost bottles. One set of bottles provides enough ink to print up to 6,200 color pages.
- Ultra-Low Cost per Photo: Print 4″ x 6″ photos for about 4 cents each, compared to nearly 40 cents with traditional ink cartridges.
- Versatile Media Handling: Features a dedicated rear specialty feed for thicker media like fine art paper and cardstock up to 1.3mm thick, plus a straight-through path for CD/DVD printing.
Modern Connectivity & Intuitive Control:
- Large 4.3″ Color Touchscreen: Easily navigate settings, preview photos, and perform maintenance tasks without needing a computer.
- Epson Smart Panel App: Print, scan, and manage your printer directly from your iOS or Android mobile device via Wi-Fi.
- Flexible Setup: Includes built-in Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and USB ports, plus SD card and USB flash drive slots for direct printing.
Specifications:
- Functions: Print, Copy, Scan
- Max Print Resolution: 5760 x 1440 optimized dpi
- Print Speed: 16 ISO ppm (Black), 12 ISO ppm (Color)
- Paper Capacity: 100-sheet front tray, 20-sheet photo tray, 50-sheet rear feed
- Dimensions: 20.6″ x 14.9″ x 6.7″ (Storage)
- Weight: 24.5 lbs
