Epson ET-8550 Ink Bottles
Your Epson EcoTank ET-8550 printer uses the Epson T552 ink bottle series. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for this A3+ photo printer since Apr 2021. Designed for gallery-quality photo reproduction, grey C13T06W592 bottles deplete rapidly during black-and-white printing, whereas pigment black C13T06V192 is reserved for plain paper text.
Expected page output and ink depletion
Epson calculates page yield for T552 ink bottles using standard ISO/IEC 24712 test patterns for document black and ISO/IEC 29103 criteria for photo printing. Individual colour consumption varies based on tonal density, with grey C13T06W592 ink drawing down faster during monochrome photo runs.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C13T06V192 | Standard | Black | 6,700 | $0.005 |
| C13T06W192 | Standard | Photo Black | 6,700 | $0.005 |
| C13T06W292 | Standard | Cyan | 6,200 | $0.006 |
| C13T06W392 | Standard | Magenta | 6,200 | $0.006 |
| C13T06W492 | Standard | Yellow | 6,200 | $0.006 |
| C13T06W592 | Standard | Grey | 6,200 | $0.006 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Stocking ink for photo printing workflows
If you print predominantly photos, purchasing complete T552 multipacks ensures smooth colour balancing across all six tanks. For document-heavy tasks, keep extra pigment black C13T06V192 on hand so text jobs do not stall. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. We dispatch quickly from warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Explore our full range of Epson ink bottles and check our returns policy for complete peace of mind.
Pro Tip for T552 Ink Management
Because the ET-8550 features distinct tanks for photo black (C13T06W192) and pigment black (C13T06V192), keying each bottle to its correct fill port is critical to maintain archival photo clarity and crisp text rendering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my ET-8550 use two different black ink bottles?
The printer uses pigment black (C13T06V192) for smudge-resistant plain paper text documents, and dye-based photo black (C13T06W192) to deliver deep contrast and glossy finishes on photographic papers.
How does grey T552 ink improve photo print quality?
The grey ink (C13T06W592) creates smoother tonal transitions, reduces graininess in highlights, and prevents colour casting when printing black-and-white images.
Can I top up individual T552 ink tanks before they are completely empty?
Yes, you can top up any of the 70ml ink tanks at any point without needing to wait for a low-ink warning, keeping your printer ready for continuous high-volume print runs.
