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p.1 #1 · Expired ink Epson

Hello all,

I didn't manage to finish (and probably won't for a while) some Epson Matte Black ink which expired Jan 2008. Is that the date it needs to be opened and stuck in the printer by, or when the ink needs to be on paper by? It's for the Epson 9800.

Thank in advance!

Edited on Feb 17, 2008 at 05:20 PM

Feb 17, 2008 at 05:19 PM

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p.1 #2 · Expired ink Epson

I've used expired ink in my lower end Epsons many times with nary a problem. Keep it sealed until ready to use and give it an extra shake or two before installing and you should be good to go.

Feb 17, 2008 at 06:00 PM

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p.1 #3 · Expired ink Epson

The date codes from Epson indicate that the ink should be installed in the printer within two years of manufacture, in your case January 2008. Once installed, Epson recommends it be used within 6 months.

That being said, I've exceeded the recommended dates without incident. I spoke about this with an Epson rep at a photo show last October and he said that you don't need to pay too much attention to these dates. I suspect that you shouldn't exceed the dates by years but by months it shouldn't be a problem. Epson is being conservative, and of course, they won't be displeased if you miss the dates and buy more of their ink.

Feb 17, 2008 at 06:11 PM

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p.1 #4 · Expired ink Epson

Thanks for your replies! I don't think the Jan 2008 is the manufacture date as I bought it in October. I should have it used within 6 months of installation.

Thanks for everyone's replies. Peace of mind is golden!

Feb 17, 2008 at 06:16 PM

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p.1 #5 · Expired ink Epson

Sorry, I wasn't clear. The date on the package indicates "best before" i.e. that date is two years from the date of manufacture.

Feb 17, 2008 at 06:31 PM


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