Epson T47A Grey Ink Cartridge 50ml
The Epson T47A Grey Ink Cartridge 50ml is a genuine Epson replacement ink cartridge designed for the Epson SureColor P906 professional photographic printer.
The Grey cartridge plays an important role in producing smooth tonal transitions, detailed shadows and balanced neutral tones. It is particularly useful for black-and-white photography, where accurate greyscale reproduction and subtle variations between light and dark areas are essential.
Containing 50ml of Grey pigment ink, this cartridge forms part of the printer’s 10-colour ink system and can be replaced individually when required.
Product Details & Key Features
- Genuine Epson T47A Grey Ink Cartridge
- Ink colour: Grey
- Ink capacity: 50ml
- Compatible with Epson SureColor P906
- Part of Epson’s 10-colour UltraChrome PRO10 pigment ink system
- Designed for professional photographic and fine-art printing
- Supports smooth greyscale transitions and natural tonal reproduction
- Helps reproduce detailed shadows and subtle midtones
- Particularly useful for black-and-white photographic printing
- Suitable for compatible photographic and fine-art media
- Individually replaceable cartridge
- Product code: C13T47A700
Compatible Printers
– Epson SureColor P906
This cartridge is designed for the Epson SureColor P906. Always check your printer model and cartridge number before ordering, as other Epson SureColor printers may require different ink cartridges.
Grey Ink for Professional Photography
Grey ink is an important component of the Epson SureColor P906’s professional photographic printing system.
Rather than relying entirely on Black ink and combinations of coloured inks to produce lighter grey tones, the printer uses dedicated grey inks to help achieve smoother transitions throughout the tonal range.
This is especially beneficial when printing:
- Black-and-white photographs
- Portraits with subtle light and shadow
- Landscape photography
- Fine-art photographic reproductions
- Images containing detailed midtones and neutral backgrounds
The Grey cartridge contributes to natural-looking tonal reproduction and helps maintain detail across lighter and darker areas of an image.
Epson UltraChrome PRO10 Ink Technology
The Epson SureColor P906 uses a 10-colour UltraChrome PRO10 pigment ink system designed for professional photographic and fine-art printing.
The Grey cartridge works alongside the printer’s other ink colours to support precise tonal reproduction, smooth gradations and detailed photographic output.
When used with suitable photographic media and appropriate printer settings, the ink system is designed to produce high-quality prints with excellent colour and tonal consistency.
Ink Capacity & Usage
Each Epson T47A Grey cartridge contains 50ml of ink.
Professional photographic ink cartridges are generally specified by ink volume rather than a fixed page yield.
Actual ink consumption depends on:
- Print size, including A4, A3, A3+ and A2+
- Image content and tonal composition
- Black-and-white or colour printing
- Print quality and resolution settings
- Selected photographic or fine-art media
- Printer maintenance and print-head cleaning
Black-and-white photographs and images containing extensive neutral tones may use different amounts of Grey ink depending on the selected printing settings.
Replacing Your Epson T47A Grey Cartridge
When your Epson SureColor P906 indicates that the Grey cartridge needs replacing:
- Leave the printer switched on and follow its cartridge replacement procedure.
- Open the cartridge access area as instructed.
- Remove the depleted Grey cartridge.
- Unpack the replacement cartridge only when ready to install it.
- Remove the protective materials specified in Epson’s instructions.
- Insert the cartridge into the correct Grey position and ensure it is properly seated.
- Allow the printer to recognise the cartridge and complete any necessary preparation.
Avoid touching the electronic chip or ink supply areas during installation.
Always follow Epson’s supplied cartridge installation instructions.
Maintaining Print Quality
For professional photographic printing, consistent nozzle performance is essential.
If you notice banding, missing tones or uneven greyscale reproduction, perform a nozzle check using the printer’s maintenance functions.
Only run print-head cleaning when required, as cleaning procedures consume ink and contribute to maintenance cartridge usage.
For black-and-white photographs, selecting the appropriate media type and printer settings can also help achieve more consistent tonal results.
Printer Firmware Updates
Epson may periodically release firmware updates relating to printer functionality, maintenance, security and compatibility.
If the printer displays a cartridge recognition message after an update, confirm that the Grey cartridge is correctly installed and that its product code matches the Epson SureColor P906.
Refer to Epson’s official support resources for firmware updates and technical assistance.
Storage & Handling
Keep unused Epson T47A cartridges sealed in their original packaging until required.
Store in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and excessive heat. Avoid touching the electronic chip or ink supply port when handling cartridges.
Delivery Information
We ship from warehouses located in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth. Orders are dispatched quickly from the nearest warehouse for fast delivery across Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which printer uses the Epson T47A Grey cartridge?
The cartridge is designed for the Epson SureColor P906 professional photographic printer.
How much ink does the cartridge contain?
The Epson T47A Grey cartridge contains 50ml of ink.
Is this a genuine Epson cartridge?
Yes. This is a genuine Epson replacement ink cartridge.
Why does the printer need Grey ink?
Grey ink helps produce smoother tonal transitions, accurate midtones and more natural-looking black-and-white photographic prints.
Is Grey ink used only for black-and-white printing?
No. Grey ink can also contribute to tonal balance and smooth gradations in colour photographs, depending on the image and printer settings.
How many photographs can I print from a 50ml cartridge?
There is no fixed print yield. Ink consumption depends on photograph size, image content, print quality settings and printer maintenance.
Can I replace just the Grey cartridge?
Yes. The SureColor P906 uses individually replaceable ink cartridges, so you only need to replace the colour that requires changing.
Should I clean the print head after replacing the cartridge?
Not automatically. Perform a nozzle check if print quality is affected and only run a cleaning cycle when necessary.
What is the product code?
The Epson product code is C13T47A700.
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