Epson C82N DuraBrite™ Ink Technical Brief - Page 2

Advantages of DURABrite Inks-Wide Media Selection DURABrite Inks are optimized for plain and matte papers, yet also produce quality results on glossy papers. The newest formulation of DURABrite Inks produces improved output on glossy papers with the use of black ink in addition to the three color inks. Epson's new DURABrite Ink Glossy Photo Paper is specifically optimized for use with DURABrite Inks and delivers long-lasting color prints that are resistant to smudging and fading. DURABrite Inks are compatible with a variety of papers, including1: Matte Surface Papers Glossy Surface Papers • Plain Paper • Epson Premium Bright White Paper • Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper • Epson Matte Paper Heavyweight • Epson Double-Sided Matte Paper • Epson DURABrite Ink Glossy Photo Paper • Epson Glossy Photo Paper • Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper Note: The Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper is not compatible with DURABrite Inks Specialty Media • Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Cards • Epson Ink Jet Transparencies Advantages of DURABrite Inks-Durable Output With its special formulation of pigment inks, DURABrite Inks offer water-, smudge-, and fade-resistance on all supported papers, including plain paper. They have greater durability properties than conventional dye-based inks. 1. Water- and Smudge-Resistant Prints: Conventional dye-based inks are comprised of color-forming molecules that are absorbed into the paper or captured in the coating of RC (Resin Coated) papers, much like a watercolor paint. DURABrite Inks consist of insoluble pigment particles, much like an oil paint, that "rest" on the paper's surface. Although conventional dye-based inks are water-resistant on specific glossy photo papers, they do not have water-resistance on matte papers. DURABrite Ink is water-resistant on glossy, matte, and even plain papers: Conventional Dye-Based Ink DURABrite Inks Conventional dye-based ink particles are absorbed into the fibers of plain paper and are soluble in water. DURABrite Inks pigment particles "rest" on the surface of plain paper and are insoluble in water. The water- and smudge-resistant properties of DURABrite inks prevent accidental damage caused by moisture and spills. Many competitive printers use a water-resistant pigment black, but DURABrite Inks are the only ink system that is pigment-based for black and color printing. With competitors' inks, only black is water-resistant DURABrite Inks have water-resistant properties for black and color 2. Fade-Resistant Prints: DURABrite Inks are faderesistant2, so cherished photos and important documents will stand up to harsh outdoor sun or indoor lighting. What's more, DURABrite Inks have high fade resistance even on plain paper. DURABrite Ink Technical Brief With pigment-based DURABrite Ink, even if the outer surface fades, color remains within the particle Page 2