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Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Wireless Color All-in-One Supertank Printer

BH #EPET8500 • MFR #C11CJ20201
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Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Wireless Color All-in-One Supertank Printer
Key Features
  • Print, Scan, Copy
  • Automatic 2-Sided Printing
  • Max Print Resolution: 5760 x 1440 dpi
  • 4 x 6" Borderless Photos in 15 Seconds
Print everything from everyday documents to lab-quality photos and graphics with the EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Wireless Color All-in-One Supertank Printer from Epson. Featuring an economical cartridge-free printing system, this printer offers low-cost replacement ink bottles without sacrificing print quality. Each replacement ink bottle set is equivalent to approximately 100 individual ink cartridges. The ET-8500 lets you print everything from 4 x 6" to 8.5 x 11" borderless photos to customized CDs and DVDs. A six-color Claria ET Premium Ink system delivers vibrant colors and sharp text for all your creative projects, and you can even print on cardstock and other media up to 1.3mm thick.
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Epson ET-8500 Overview

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Print everything from everyday documents to lab-quality photos and graphics with the EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Wireless Color All-in-One Supertank Printer from Epson. Featuring an economical cartridge-free printing system, this printer offers low-cost replacement ink bottles without sacrificing print quality. Each replacement ink bottle set is equivalent to approximately 100 individual ink cartridges. The ET-8500 lets you print everything from 4 x 6" to 8.5 x 11" borderless photos to customized CDs and DVDs. A six-color Claria ET Premium Ink system delivers vibrant colors and sharp text for all your creative projects, and you can even print on cardstock and other media up to 1.3mm thick.

The 4.3" color touchscreen offers fast and easy performance and voice-activated printing is supported as well. Mobile-ready, you can print, scan, and more with the Epson Smart Panel app, which lets you monitor and operate your printer directly from your iOS or Android mobile device. The SD card slot and USB port allow for direct printing. The 8.5 x 11.7" flatbed scanner delivers high-resolution scans up to 4800 x 1200 dpi, and the unit lets you make up to 99 copies at a time.

Cartridge-Free Printing for Lab-Quality Photos, Graphics, and Creative Projects
Get vibrant colors and sharp text with Epson's high-accuracy printhead and Claria ET Premium 6-color inks; print a 4 x 6" photo in as fast as 15 seconds.
Extraordinary Media Handling Capabilities
Print borderless pictures up to 8.5 x 11" on a variety of paper types including cardstock, CD/DVDs, and other specialty media up to 1.3mm thick; auto 2-sided printing.
Value
Save on photos and creative projects with affordable in-house photo printing; print 4 x 6" photos for about 4 cents each vs. 40 cents with traditional ink cartridges.
Save up to 80% with Low-Cost Replacement Ink Bottles vs. Ink Cartridges
That's about $2000 on each set, enough ink to print up to 6200 pages of color.
Print up to 2 Years
With each included and replacement ink bottle set.
Zero Cartridge Waste
With high-yield ink bottles, each replacement ink bottle set is equivalent to about 100 individual ink cartridges.
Print, Scan and More from Your Mobile Device with Epson's Smart Panel App
Set up, monitor, and operate your printer directly from your mobile device; supports iOS and Android.
Intuitive Touch Display and Wireless Connectivity
4.3" color display, voice-activated printing, and more for fast, easy performance.
EcoFit Ink Bottle Design
Uniquely keyed for easy filling of each color.
Use Genuine Epson Ink
For optimal print quality and performance. Non-genuine ink could cause damage not covered by the printer's limited warranty.
UPC: 010343952485

Epson ET-8500 Specs

Key Specs
Functions
Print, Scan, Copy
Printing Technology
Inkjet
Color Type
Color
Configuration
6x Built-In Tank
Ink Type
Pigment-Based (Black)
Dye-Based (Gray, Photo Black)
Dye-Based (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
Ink Color
1x Black
1x Photo Black
1x Gray
1x Cyan
1x Magenta
1x Yellow
Print Resolution
Color: 5760 x 1440 dpi
Media Sizes
Input Tray 1
Minimum: 4.1 x 5.8" / 10.4 x 14.7 cm
Maximum: 5 x 7" / 12.7 x 17.8 cm
Input Tray 2
Minimum: 4.1 x 5.8" / 10.5 x 14.8 cm
Maximum: 8.5 x 14" / 21.6 x 35.5 cm
Input Tray 3
Minimum: 4.1 x 5.8" / 10.4 x 14.7 cm
Maximum: 8.5 x 11.7" / 21.6 x 29.7 cm
Scanner Type
Flatbed Scanner
Scanner Maximum Resolution
Flatbed
1200 x 4800 dpi (Hardware)
Scanner Color Depth
48-Bit (Internal)
Wireless
802.11b/g Wi-Fi 
Power Source
AC Adapter (Included)
Printer
Printing Technology
Inkjet
Color Type
Color
Configuration
6x Built-In Tank
Ink Type
Pigment-Based (Black)
Dye-Based (Gray, Photo Black)
Dye-Based (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
Ink Color
1x Black
1x Photo Black
1x Gray
1x Cyan
1x Magenta
1x Yellow
Compatible Cartridges
Epson T552
Print Resolution
Color: 5760 x 1440 dpi
Borderless Printing
Yes, Up to 8.5 x 14" / 21.6 x 35.6 cm
Duplex Printing
Yes
Printer Language
ESC/P-R
Print Speed (By Time)
16 ppm (Black)
12 ppm (Color)
6 ppm (Black Duplex)
5 ppm (Color Duplex)
Printer Media Handling
Media Handling
1 x Input Tray, 2 x Input Tray, 3 x Input Tray, Output Tray
Media Sizes
Input Tray 1
Minimum: 4.1 x 5.8" / 10.4 x 14.7 cm
Maximum: 5 x 7" / 12.7 x 17.8 cm
Input Tray 2
Minimum: 4.1 x 5.8" / 10.5 x 14.8 cm
Maximum: 8.5 x 14" / 21.6 x 35.5 cm
Input Tray 3
Minimum: 4.1 x 5.8" / 10.4 x 14.7 cm
Maximum: 8.5 x 11.7" / 21.6 x 29.7 cm
Media Weight
Input Tray 1: 64 to 90 gsm / 16 to 24 lb
Media Thickness
Sheet: 3.9 to 51.2 mil / 0.1 to 1.3 mm
Paper Capacity
Input Tray 1: 20 x Sheet
Input Tray 2: 100 x Sheet
Output Tray: 50 x Sheet
Special Media Support
Envelopes, CDs
Scanner
Scanner Type
Flatbed Scanner
Scanner Maximum Resolution
Flatbed
1200 x 4800 dpi (Hardware)
Scan Modes
Color
Scanner Color Depth
48-Bit (Internal)
Grayscale Depth
24-Bit (External)
File Formats
BMP, JPEG, PDF, PNG, TIFF
Scanner Media Handling
Scan Sizes
Flatbed
Minimum: 1 x 1" / 2.5 x 2.5 cm
Maximum: 8.5 x 11.7" / 21.6 x 29.7 cm
Copier
Number of Copies
Up to 99 Copies
Reduction/Enlargement
25 to 400%
Copy Speed
15 cpm (Black)
8 cpm (Color)
Duplex Copying
No
Copy Resolution
600 x 600 dpi
Connectivity
Data I/O
1x USB-B 2.0 Input
1x USB-A 2.0 Input (Flash Drive Only)
1x RJ45 Input
Wireless
802.11b/g Wi-Fi 
Direct Printing
Android, Apple AirPrint, Epson Connect, Mopria, USB Port, Wi-Fi Direct
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Scanner Drivers
TWAIN, WIA
OS Compatibility
Windows / macOS
General
Display Size
4.3"
Display Type
Color Touchscreen LCD
Power Source
AC Adapter (Included)
Battery
No
Input Power
110 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Power Consumption
17 W (Maximum)
7.4 W (Ready)
0.8 W (Sleep)
0.2 W (Off)
Max Acoustic Noise
47 dBA (Pressure)
Operating Conditions
50 to 95°F / 10 to 35°C at 20 to 80% Humidity
Storage Conditions
-4 to 104°F / -20 to 40°C at 5 to 85% Humidity
Certifications
ENERGY STAR, RoHS
Dimensions (W x H x D)
15.9 x 13.7 x 24.1" / 40.4 x 34.8 x 61.2 cm (Fully Assembled)
15.9 x 6.4 x 14.5" / 40.4 x 16.3 x 36.8 cm (Storage)
Weight
18.5 lb / 8.4 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
24.615 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
20.5 x 17.3 x 9.8"

Epson ET-8500 Reviews

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Is the ET-8500 scanner fully compatible with MAC ...

Is the ET-8500 scanner fully compatible with MAC Ventura 13.2.1?
Asked by: JAY
Yes, the Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Wireless Color All-in-One Supertank Printer is compatible with MacOS Ventura.
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2023-03-28

can all wireless function be turned off? My use ...

can all wireless function be turned off? My use in in an assisted living community resident med. devices preclude staff use.
Asked by: km
Although this is the Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Wireless Color All-in-One Supertank Printer, the wireless functions can be turned completely off, and this can print from a computer with a cable, or standalone from a memory card or a thumb drive.
Answered by: roman
Date published: 2023-03-26

Do I need to buy a cable to connect to a MacBook ...

Do I need to buy a cable to connect to a MacBook Pro 16"(Monterey 12.6.3)? I prefer a cable over wifi/other options.
Asked by: Barbara
The Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 (as well as almost all other printers) does not come with a USB cable. This Rocstor cable would be compatible to connect the printer to a Mac with a USB-C port: https://bhpho.to/3YZeIJj
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2023-03-13

Is this printer suitable for printing on Moab ...

Is this printer suitable for printing on Moab Artist Card 200 gsm paper?
Asked by: Bruce
Yes, through the rear feed of the Epson EcoTank Photo ET-8500 Wireless Color All-in-One Supertank Printer, you can use 200 gsm Moab Artist Card paper.
Answered by: Elliot
Date published: 2024-03-21

Does it do 2-sided printing?

Does it do 2-sided printing?
Asked by: Richard
Yes, this printer does have the Automatic Duplexing feature built in.
Answered by: Michael M
Date published: 2021-08-25

Does this print on cardstock?

Does this print on cardstock?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, so long as the specific type of cardstock being used is 64 to 90 gsm / 16 to 24 lb or less in Media Weight.
Answered by: dariusb
Date published: 2022-02-03

Can you print on regular paper is it recommended? ...

Can you print on regular paper is it recommended? I wouldn"t like to buy another printer for the office. And how is the quality of printing on matte photo paper.
Asked by: Hector
You can print on standard paper. In fact, we list the Hammermill Tidal MP Copy Paper as a compatible accessory.
Answered by: Gregorio M.
Date published: 2023-12-19

When copying something thick, like for example a ...

When copying something thick, like for example a book, does the lid hinge raise up so that the lid completely covers the item being copied?
Asked by: John
The lid hinges from where it is attached. It does not raise up at another angle.
Answered by: Jessica G
Date published: 2021-08-26
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