Epson Expression Home XP-100 Ink Cartridges
Shop ink cartridges for your Epson Expression Home XP-100, which uses the Epson 200 and 200XL ink cartridge series. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for this printer since Nov 2012. The Epson Expression Home XP-100 is a compact all-in-one printer designed for everyday home document tasks. Standard C13T200192 black cartridges suit light printing, while upgrading to C13T201192 high-yield options significantly lowers per-page costs. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
Expected Page Output and Replacement Cycles
Page yields for Epson 200 and 200XL ink cartridges are measured using ISO/IEC 24711 standard testing under continuous printing conditions. Standard capacity cartridges deliver approximately 175 black or 165 colour pages, whereas 200XL high-yield options extend output up to 500 black pages for heavier household printing requirements.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 | Standard | Black | 175 | $0.11 |
| 200 | Standard | Cyan | 165 | $0.10 |
| 200 | Standard | Magenta | 165 | $0.10 |
| 200 | Standard | Yellow | 165 | $0.10 |
| 200XL | High Yield | Black | 500 | $0.077 |
| 200XL | High Yield | Cyan | 450 | $0.077 |
| 200XL | High Yield | Magenta | 450 | $0.077 |
| 200XL | High Yield | Yellow | 450 | $0.077 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing Between Genuine and Compatible Options
Both genuine Epson ink cartridges and third-party compatible cartridges are available for the Expression Home XP-100. Compatible 200XL cartridges provide a budget-friendly option for routine printing without compromising print clarity. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Learn more about performance and reliability differences by reading our guide on genuine vs compatible cartridges.
How to Select the Right Cartridges for Your Print Volume
If you print mainly text documents or school work, high-yield 200XL black cartridges deliver superior value per printed page. If you print photos or colour graphics, purchasing multi-packs ensures balanced cartridge replacement across all four colour channels. Choosing compatible cartridges offers substantial savings, backed by full performance peace of mind under our money-back guarantee policy. Browse our full range of Epson ink cartridges today. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99, dispatched quickly from our warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Review our returns policy for details.
Pro Tip
Avoid replacing individual standard-yield colour cartridges one at a time if you regularly print colour documents; investing in 200XL multi-packs provides higher ink volume per cartridge at a lower overall price point.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mix standard Epson 200 and high-yield 200XL cartridges in the XP-100?
Yes, standard 200 and high-yield 200XL cartridges share identical physical dimensions and fitting mechanisms. You can safely install a 200XL high-yield black cartridge alongside standard 200 cyan, magenta, and yellow cartridges without any compatibility issues.
Why do Epson 200 colour cartridges deplete even if I mostly print black text?
The Epson XP-100 uses minor amounts of colour ink during routine printhead maintenance cycles to prevent nozzle blockages. Additionally, standard printer drivers may blend small amounts of colour ink to enrich black tones unless your print settings are set strictly to grayscale mode.
What happens if one individual ink cartridge runs completely empty?
Epson Expression Home XP-100 printers require all four individual ink cartridges (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) to contain ink to function. If any single cartridge reaches zero, printing pauses until that specific colour cartridge is replaced.
