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The Epson WorkForce Pro ST-C5500 Supertank Color MFP is a versatile inkjet printer designed for efficient office use, offering print, scan, copy, and fax functionalities. It features a 4.3" color touchscreen LCD for easy navigation and boasts a high print resolution of 4800 x 1200 dpi for both color and black documents, with print speeds up to 25 ppm. With a substantial paper capacity of 500 sheets across two input trays, automatic duplex printing, and a recommended monthly duty cycle of 3300 pages, this Supertank MFP is ideal for busy work environments requiring high-volume, high-quality color printing and comprehensive document handling.
Buy a laser printer unless you regularly print high-quality glossy photos. For high-volume color, consider an ink-tank printer (Megatank/Ecotank) instead of traditional cartridge models to save hundreds on ink. Available from $1,061.
Inkjet printers have a razor-and-blades model: cheap upfront, but exorbitant ink costs. Laser printers cost more upfront but have a vastly superior and cheaper cost of ownership over their lifespan.
Common Failure Modes
Inkjet printers almost always fail due to dried and clogged printheads from infrequent use. Laser printers are much more robust but may eventually require fuser or drum replacements after thousands of pages.
Buy a laser printer unless you regularly print high-quality glossy photos. For high-volume color, consider an ink-tank printer (Megatank/Ecotank) instead of traditional cartridge models to save hundreds on ink.
Printers suffer from mechanical wear on gears and rollers. Cheaper inkjets may last a few years, while robust laser printers can last over a decade.
The Epson WorkForce Pro ST-C5500 Supertank Color MFP is available at bhphoto, starting at $1,061.
Inkjet printers have a razor-and-blades model: cheap upfront, but exorbitant ink costs. Laser printers cost more upfront but have a vastly superior and cheaper cost of ownership over their lifespan.
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