Epson 288XL DURABrite Ultra Black Ink
T306192
Product Overview
Key Features
- Prints up to 500 pages in black ink
- Compatible with Expression Home XP-240, XP-340, XP-344, XP-440
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Epson
- Model Number:
- T306192
- Printer Functions:
- Printing Only
- Double Sided Printing:
- Yes
- Paper Capacity:
- 500 pages
- Ink Colours:
- Black Only
Computers & Tablets
- Compatible Ink / Toner:
- Expression Home XP-240, XP-340, XP-344, XP-440
General Information
- Type:
- Ink Cartridge
Computers & Tablets
- Compatible Ink / Toner:
- Expression Home XP-240, XP-340, XP-344, XP-440
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 20
- Box Width (mm):
- 143
- Box Depth (mm):
- 79
- Box Weight (kg):
- 0
Product Reviews of Epson 288XL DURABrite Ultra Black Ink
Overall Rating Snapshot
5 out of 5 stars from 4 reviews
100% of users recommend this product
Does the job.
Good quality ink for a great little printer.
Bruce
Confirmed purchase 16 January 2022
Published on 17 April 2022
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Reliable Inkjet Refills
Always reliable - I made the mistake once of using cheap third party refills which leaked ink inside my printer. I learnt my lesson and reverted back to genuine Epson refills.
Mike P.
Confirmed purchase 8 February 2022
Published on 2 March 2022
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Waterfast ink.
Epson inks are reliable, the winning feature for me is the waterfast property of their inks.
Bruce
Confirmed purchase 16 January 2022
Published on 7 February 2022
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Good product , Epson Pro
ive had my last printer for 10 years , it never failed me . The ink is always of fine quality and affordable prices
S Jordan
Confirmed purchase 6 August 2020
Published on 21 August 2020
Yes, I recommend this product.
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At a glance
The Epson 288XL DURABrite Ultra Black Ink is a high-capacity cartridge engineered for users who need consistent, sharp black prints with minimal smudging. It’s well-suited for home offices and small businesses, offering easy installation and reliable performance. While it provides excellent value for everyday printing, its page yield may not match specialist or ultra-high-yield cartridges for heavy-duty business use.
What it’s great for
- Everyday Document Printing
- Office Reports
- School Assignments
- Invoices
Where it works best
- Home Office
- Small Business
- Study Room
Who it’s for
- Home User
- Small Business Owner
- Student
- Remote Worker
Things to consider
Not ideal for very high-volume printing environments compared to specialist high-yield toner options.
Printer compatibility assessment
8/10 - Compatible with a wide range of Epson Expression Home printers, but not universal across all Epson models.
Page yield value score
7/10 - Delivers higher than standard yield, but not as high as specialist business cartridges.
Ease of replacement rating
9/10 - Simple, tool-free installation process suitable for all users.
Business vs home suitability
Best suited for home offices and small businesses with moderate print volumes.
Key benefits
- High Capacity: Prints more pages per cartridge than standard models, reducing replacement frequency.
- DURABrite Ultra Ink: Produces crisp, smudge-resistant black text for professional-looking documents.
- Easy Installation: Designed for straightforward, hassle-free cartridge replacement.
- Consistent Output: Delivers reliable print quality from the first page to the last.
- Fade Resistant: Documents maintain quality over time, suitable for archiving.
- Compatible with Multiple Epson Printers: Works with a range of popular Epson models for flexibility.
- Cost-Effective: Offers a good balance between price and performance for regular users.
Q: Which Epson printers take the 288XL black cartridge?
A: Epson 288XL DURABrite Ultra Black Ink is listed for Expression Home XP-240, XP-340, XP-344 and XP-440 printers. It is not a universal Epson cartridge, so the printer needs the 288XL or T306192 code to match.
Q: Is this black ink better for documents than photo printing?
A: Yes. Epson 288XL DURABrite Ultra Black Ink is a pigment-based black cartridge designed for sharp text on plain paper. It suits letters, reports and school work better than colour photo printing, because it is a black-only cartridge.
Q: What does XL mean on this Epson ink cartridge?
A: XL means this is the higher-capacity black option in Epson's 288 series, with a stated yield of 500 pages. It still needs a printer that uses the 288XL or T306192 code, so the series match matters as much as the size.
Q: Can I replace only the black cartridge with this ink?
A: Yes. This is a black-only ink cartridge, so it replaces the black position only in compatible Epson printers. It does not replace any colour cartridges, which are separate consumables in models that use this 288 series set.
Q: Does this cartridge work for double sided document printing?
A: Yes. Epson 288XL DURABrite Ultra Black Ink can be used for double sided printing in a compatible printer that supports that function. Duplex printing is controlled by the printer, while the cartridge supplies the black ink for the pages.
Q: Will printed text resist smudges from everyday handling?
A: Yes. Epson 288XL DURABrite Ultra Black Ink is formulated to resist smudging and water on plain paper, which suits everyday document handling. It is aimed at text-heavy printing rather than colour graphics or photo-focused jobs.