Epson Stylus Photo R1900 Ink Cartridges
Shop ink cartridges for your Epson Stylus Photo R1900, an A3+ photo printer engineered for gallery-quality archival prints. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance. Ink Depot has supplied genuine consumables for this printer since Aug 2026. The printer relies on the Epson 87 ink cartridges series, incorporating specialised T0877 Red, T0879 Orange, and T0870 Gloss Optimiser tanks. Glossy print runs consume T0870 rapidly, while warm artwork depletes red and orange cartridges ahead of standard CMYK channels.
Expected Page Output and Ink Distribution
Epson calculates page yields for 87 series cartridges using ISO/IEC continuous print testing standards. Because this pigment system uses dedicated T0870 Gloss Optimiser and individual colour channels, actual output varies heavily depending on photo coverage and chosen media surface finish.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87 | Standard | Black | 520 | $0.050 |
| 87 | Standard | Photo Black | 5,630 | $0.005 |
| 87 | Standard | Cyan | 915 | $0.028 |
| 87 | Standard | Magenta | 915 | $0.028 |
| 87 | Standard | Yellow | 915 | $0.028 |
| 87 | Standard | Orange | 915 | $0.028 |
| 87 | Standard | Red | 915 | $0.028 |
| 87 | Standard | Gloss optimiser | 3,615 | $0.006 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Managing Ink Stocks and Order Dispatch
For printing rich photographic prints, maintaining extra T0870 Gloss Optimiser alongside T0877 Red and T0879 Orange cartridges prevents stalled print jobs. When ordering your Epson ink cartridges, review our returns policy for complete purchase confidence. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99, dispatched quickly from our Australian warehouses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth.
Pro Tip
Always keep a spare T0870 Gloss Optimiser cartridge in reserve. High-gloss photographic printing consumes gloss optimiser significantly faster than individual colour inks, and the printer will halt mid-print if the gloss clear coat empties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the Gloss Optimiser T0870 run out faster than colour cartridges?
The Gloss Optimiser coats glossy and semi-gloss photographic papers to ensure uniform surface reflection and eliminate bronzing. Large photo prints require an even layer across the entire image area, consuming T0870 at a higher rate than selective colour inks.
Which black ink cartridge should be installed for different media types?
The Epson Stylus Photo R1900 uses T0871 Photo Black for glossy and lustre photo papers to deliver deep surface blacks, while T0878 Matte Black is formulated specifically for fine art and matte papers to prevent excess ink absorption.
Do T0877 Red and T0879 Orange cartridges deplete evenly during photographic printing?
No, usage depends entirely on image tonal balance. Portrait photography and sunset landscapes draw heavily on T0877 Red and T0879 Orange inks to achieve natural skin tones and expanded warm colour gamuts, causing those cartridges to empty faster than standard cyan or magenta.
