Epson T47A Light Grey Ink Cartridge 50ml
The Epson T47A Light Grey Ink Cartridge 50ml is a genuine Epson replacement ink cartridge designed for the Epson SureColor P906 professional photographic printer.
Light Grey ink plays an important role in producing smooth tonal transitions, delicate highlights and natural-looking greyscale images. It is particularly beneficial for black-and-white photography, where subtle variations in lighter tones and accurate reproduction of fine details are essential.
Containing 50ml of Light Grey pigment ink, this cartridge forms part of the SureColor P906’s 10-colour ink system. Each cartridge is individually replaceable, allowing you to change only the colour that requires replacement.
Product Details & Key Features
- Genuine Epson T47A Light Grey Ink Cartridge
- Ink colour: Light 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
- Helps reproduce smooth greyscale transitions and delicate highlights
- Supports accurate tonal reproduction in black-and-white photographs
- Contributes to fine detail in lighter photographic areas
- Suitable for compatible photographic and fine-art printing media
- Individually replaceable cartridge
- Product code: C13T47A900
Compatible Printers
– Epson SureColor P906
This cartridge is designed for the Epson SureColor P906 professional photographic printer. Always confirm your printer model and cartridge number before ordering, as other Epson SureColor printers may use different ink cartridge ranges.
Light Grey Ink for Professional Photography
Light Grey ink is an important component of the Epson SureColor P906’s professional photographic ink system.
Working alongside the printer’s Black and Grey inks, Light Grey helps reproduce subtle variations in lighter tones without relying entirely on combinations of coloured inks.
This is particularly useful when printing:
- Black-and-white photographic portraits
- Fine-art monochrome photography
- Landscape images with delicate highlights
- Architectural photography
- Photographs containing subtle shadows and light grey backgrounds
- High-resolution images requiring smooth tonal transitions
The Light Grey cartridge contributes to balanced greyscale reproduction and helps preserve fine details in lighter areas of photographic prints.
Epson UltraChrome PRO10 Ink Technology
The Epson SureColor P906 uses a 10-colour UltraChrome PRO10 pigment ink system developed for professional photographic and fine-art printing.
Light Grey ink works alongside the printer’s other ink colours to support precise tonal reproduction, smooth gradations and detailed photographic output.
When combined with suitable photographic media and appropriate printer settings, the ink system is designed to produce high-quality prints with consistent colour and tonal reproduction.
Ink Capacity & Usage
Each Epson T47A Light 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 several factors, including:
- Print size, including A4, A3, A3+ and A2+
- Image content and tonal composition
- Black-and-white or colour photographic printing
- Selected print quality and resolution
- Photographic or fine-art media type
- Printer maintenance and print-head cleaning
The number of prints achievable from a 50ml cartridge will vary according to the images being printed and the printer settings used.
Replacing Your Epson T47A Light Grey Cartridge
When your Epson SureColor P906 indicates that the Light Grey cartridge requires replacement:
- Keep the printer switched on and follow its cartridge replacement procedure.
- Open the cartridge access area as instructed.
- Remove the depleted Light Grey cartridge.
- Unpack the replacement cartridge only when ready to install it.
- Remove only the protective materials specified in Epson’s instructions.
- Insert the cartridge into the correct Light Grey position and ensure it is properly seated.
- Allow the printer to recognise the cartridge and complete any necessary preparation.
Avoid touching the cartridge’s electronic chip or ink supply areas during installation.
Always follow Epson’s supplied installation instructions.
Maintaining Professional Print Quality
Consistent nozzle performance is important when producing high-quality photographic prints.
If you notice banding, missing tones or uneven greyscale reproduction, use the printer’s built-in nozzle check before performing a print-head cleaning.
Only run cleaning cycles when necessary, as these procedures consume ink and contribute to maintenance cartridge usage.
Selecting the appropriate media type, print quality and colour management settings can also help achieve consistent photographic results.
Printer Firmware Updates
Epson may periodically release firmware updates relating to printer functionality, maintenance, security and compatibility.
If the printer displays an unexpected cartridge recognition message following an update, check that the Light Grey cartridge is correctly installed and that the product code matches your printer’s requirements.
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, and follow Epson’s recommended storage and installation instructions.
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 Light Grey cartridge?
The cartridge is designed for the Epson SureColor P906 professional photographic printer.
How much ink does the cartridge contain?
The Epson T47A Light 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 use Light Grey ink?
Light Grey helps reproduce smoother tonal transitions and delicate highlights, particularly in black-and-white photographs and images containing subtle neutral tones.
Is Light Grey the same as standard Grey?
No. Light Grey is a separate, lighter ink colour used alongside standard Grey to improve tonal transitions and detail in lighter photographic areas.
Can Light Grey ink be used for colour photographs?
Yes. Light Grey can also contribute to smooth tonal reproduction and balanced neutral areas in colour photographs, depending on the image and printer settings.
How many photographs can I print with one cartridge?
There is no fixed print yield. Ink consumption varies according to photograph size, image coverage, print settings and printer maintenance.
Can I replace only the Light Grey cartridge?
Yes. The SureColor P906 uses individually replaceable cartridges, so you only need to replace the colour that requires changing.
Should I clean the print head after replacing the cartridge?
Not routinely. If print quality is affected, perform a nozzle check first and only run a cleaning cycle when necessary.
What is the product code?
The Epson product code is C13T47A900.
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