Epson Originals

[h2]

hi all, came across some info stating that epson original cartridges
could not be refilled successfully...is this true??? any info
appreciated
pax,
h2

 

[Kennedy McEwen]

hi all, came across some info stating that epson original cartridges
could not be refilled successfully...is this true??? any info
appreciated

Most Epson cartridges now include a chip which coarsely stores the
number of drops fired, and thus how much ink has been used. It is this
chip that tells the printer that the cartridge can no longer be used -
even though there may by ink remaining inside.

They can be refilled, but you need a chip resetter (either hardware or
software) to tell the chip that it is full of ink again.

 

[Luka]

They can be refilled, but you need a chip resetter (either hardware
or software) to tell the chip that it is full of ink again.

You can also use SSC Service Utility:

http://www.ssclg.com/epsone.shtml

It is very useful utility when you're using Epson printers.

 

[Kennedy McEwen]

You can also use SSC Service Utility:

http://www.ssclg.com/epsone.shtml

Indeed, that is a software resetter as mentioned above, but be sure it
supports your Epson printer before committing to refilling.

 

[h2]

You can also use SSC Service Utility:

hi, thanx for the reply; i have the resetter, i was just wondering if
there was any other reason (physical makeup &ct.) that might prevent
the refilling...again, thanx
pax,
h2

 

[Peter L Williams]

RX500 original cartridges have a complex internal structure (i.e. no sponge)
and cannot be refilled in the usual way.

However resetting an original cartridge when it is "empty" can provide a
further (up to) 30% of printing.

 

[Yianni]

Depends on the cartridges. Newer separate cartridges for each color are
difficult to refill. All older are very easy.