Epson Stylus CX5500 Ink Cartridges
Your Epson Stylus CX5500 uses the 73N ink cartridge series. Ink Depot has been supplying cost-effective consumables for this compact home multifunction printer since Jan 2006. Everyday student and household printing consumes T1051 Black cartridges faster than T1052, T1053, and T1054 colour cartridges. Stocking a T1051-4 4-pack bundle ensures all four colour channels remain ready while reducing overall page costs. Our 4.8 Google rating is built on dependable cartridge performance and uncompromising product quality.
Expected Page Output and Replacement Cycles
Page yields for 73N ink cartridges are measured using ISO/IEC 24711 standard testing for inkjet printers. Standard T1051 Black cartridges yield approximately 230 pages, while T1052 Cyan, T1053 Magenta, and T1054 Yellow deliver up to 310 pages based on 5% page coverage.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 73N | Standard | Black | 230 | $0.033 |
| 73N | Standard | Cyan | 310 | $0.024 |
| 73N | Standard | Magenta | 310 | $0.024 |
| 73N | Standard | Yellow | 310 | $0.024 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Compatible cartridges.
Quality Compatible Options for Your Printer
Our premium compatible 73N ink cartridges deliver clear text documents and vibrant everyday prints without paying OEM prices. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Learn how standard replacement cartridges match original performance in our detailed genuine vs compatible cartridge guide.
Choosing the Right Cartridge Combination
If you print mostly text documents, purchasing individual T1051 Black cartridges gives you the exact replacement schedule your household requires. For general home printing, choosing the T1051-4 4-pack bundle supplies Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black together at a better per-cartridge rate. All compatible cartridges are backed by a 90-day money back guarantee if they do not perform to your expectations. Explore our full range of Epson ink cartridges to keep your printer supplied. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99, with fast dispatch from our national distribution warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Check our returns policy for full guarantee details.
Pro Tip: Ink Replacement Strategy
Always replace individual depleted colour cartridges promptly rather than letting one channel run completely dry, as the printhead relies on liquid ink present in all slots to prevent print nozzle drying during routine automatic maintenance cycles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I replace just the T1051 Black cartridge if one of the 73N colour cartridges is running low?
Yes, the printer allows individual cartridge replacement so you only change the specific colour that has depleted. However, all four 73N cartridges must have ink remaining for the printer to initiate print jobs.
Why do T1052, T1053, and T1054 colour cartridges report higher page yields than the T1051 Black cartridge?
ISO testing for colour cartridges measures combined cyan, magenta, and yellow coverage across standard graphic documents, whereas the black cartridge yield is based on higher ink coverage per page typical of dense text documents.
Do 73N compatible cartridges require any chip transfer or manual reset before installation?
No, each compatible 73N cartridge comes equipped with an auto-reset microchip pre-installed, allowing your printer to recognise ink levels automatically as soon as the cartridge clicks into place.
