Epson 9800s & their ink K3 ultrachrome

Epson have recently developed a new ink cartridge called the K3 Ultrachrome. This cartridge holds 8 colours, including 3 blacks. The 3 types of black are, light light black, light black and photo / matt black, which means the ultimate in colour and black and white printing. Ultrachrome K3s Matte black means increased optical density when printing on fine art papers.

The unique driver technology of Epson takes full advantage of the new system which allows the highest quality of toned and neutral prints from one cartridge. The screening technology which has been specifically developed to produce high standard printing with no colour run, a good gloss level and scratch resistant straight from the printer means that photographers can make prints without the use of a darkroom.

For proofing professionals the Ultrachrome K3 will deliver consistent results which means an accurate proofing even if using two different printers. The colours from Ultrachrome stabilise within 30 minutes allowing professionals to make correct colour matches quickly.

With the new Ultrachrome K3, Epson have also designed new printers in the Stylus Pro range they are the Stylus Pro 4800,7800 and 9800 and the Epson Stylus Photo R2400. The printers include a number of media options.

Marc Tinkler, Marketing Manager, Pro Graphics, Epson Europe, said:

Until now, professional photographers, artists, as well as professionals in the proofing market have demanded greater control and consistency…