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Epson and generic cartridges

  • 05-12-2010 9:05pm
    #1
    Freddie59
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    I've used Epson printers for around ten years and used generic cartridges without problem. Recently bought an SX515W and had generic cartridges left from the SX215, which went faulty.

    Black cartridge has run out, so I popped in the generic one. Then got a message saying it couldn't recognize the other three cartridges.

    Bought a new Epson black cartridge and hey presto - no problem. Are Epson blocking the use of these cartridges in some way? If so then that's me done!


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  • #2
    Howjoe1
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    Freddie59 wrote: »
    I've used Epson printers for around ten years and used generic cartridges without problem. Recently bought an SX515W and had generic cartridges left from the SX215, which went faulty.

    Black cartridge has run out, so I popped in the generic one. Then got a message saying it couldn't recognize the other three cartridges.

    Bought a new Epson black cartridge and hey presto - no problem. Are Epson blocking the use of these cartridges in some way? If so then that's me done!

    Had the same problem recently. Found a new alternative brand for half the price, but for the first time the "non Epsom" brand is acting up. Some colours not printing, consatnt message about non genuine ink.

    My response? I will dump my epsom printer shortly in protest:mad:


  • #3
    AlmightyCushion
    Moderators, Education Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 35,125 Mod ✭✭✭✭AlmightyCushion


    I have the Epson 515 as well and use non-genuine cartridges in it just fine. Although, I do notice that when it tells me to replace it there is still a good bit of ink left in the cartridge. Any way to tell it to keep printing without whining about inserting a new cartridge?


  • #4
    Freddie59
    Closed Accounts Posts: 6,679 ✭✭✭Freddie59


    AlmightyCushion wrote: »
    I have the Epson 515 as well and use non-genuine cartridges in it just fine. Although, I do notice that when it tells me to replace it there is still a good bit of ink left in the cartridge. Any way to tell it to keep printing without whining about inserting a new cartridge?

    Don't think so. I had a look on the Internet last night and came across cartridges which will work with it. I compared them to the last batch which I bought from 7dayshop.com The chip on the 7day ones is a lot different to the Epson ones, but the new ones I've sourced are identical. For anyone interested here they are on Amazon.co.uk:

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stylus-SX515W-Compatible-Printer-Cartridges/dp/B002PM2I5G/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1291643499&sr=8-8


  • #5
    AlmightyCushion
    Moderators, Education Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 35,125 Mod ✭✭✭✭AlmightyCushion


    Freddie59 wrote: »
    Don't think so.

    I thought as much. It's really annoying because when I take out the cartridge you can tell there is at least 25% left.


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