Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 2,650, a brand new and sealed 70ml bottle of genuine Epson dye ink. The Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle refills the black tank on the six-colour Epson L8050 and L18050 photo printers. Epson rates it at up to 3,600 pages or 5,700 photos at 10x15cm, so black works out to about KSh 0.74 per page. Our current stock carries use-by dates of November 2028 and February 2029. Collect it from Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Photo studios, ID card printers, event photographers and schools across Kenya choose the L8050 because six inks produce smoother portraits than a four-colour machine. In an L8050, the Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle carries more of that work than most owners expect. It forms the hair, suits, shadows and outlines in every portrait, plus the names and numbers on ID cards. When black runs dry halfway through an order, the customer walks to the next studio. A spare Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle in the drawer means a graduation rush in Nakuru or a wedding weekend in Karen never stalls on an empty tank.
Unlike traditional electronics retailers in Kenya that sell loose or refilled bottles, Mascom International supplies only factory-sealed Epson stock with the date printed on every box. Studio owners across Nairobi tell us genuine black keeps dark areas neutral, without the colour casts they saw from cheap refill ink. We confirm your printer model before you pay, and the full six-colour 108 set sits on the same shelf. Walk in to our Kimathi Street counter, or order the Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery to any of Kenya's 47 counties.
Common Questions About the Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle
How many pages and photos does the Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle produce?
The Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle produces up to 3,600 pages or 5,700 photos at 10x15cm from one 70ml refill, according to Epson. At the Mascom International price of KSh 2,650, black ink costs about KSh 0.74 per page and roughly KSh 0.46 per photo. Epson calculates these figures from its own test patterns, so your count will shift with what you print. Dark studio backdrops and black-heavy designs use more ink, while light portraits and plain text pages stretch the bottle further.
Which printers accept the Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle?
The Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle fits two printers: the Epson L8050, an A4 Wi-Fi photo printer, and the Epson L18050, which prints up to A3+. Both use the same six 108 bottles, so one ink stock serves a studio running either machine. It does not fit the older L805 or L1800, which take the 673 series, or four-colour EcoTank models such as the L3250. Send Mascom International a photo of your printer's model label on WhatsApp and we confirm the fit before you pay.
Why does a photo printer use so much black when most of my prints are colour?
Black appears in almost every photo, even pictures that look bright and colourful. The printer lays black into hair, dark clothing, shadows, eyes and outlines, and blends it into deep tones where colour alone would look muddy. Epson rates the Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle at 5,700 photos, against 2,100 for each colour bottle, so black lasts longer per photo. Studios that also print names, ID numbers and captions will see black drop faster than the photo rating suggests.
What use-by date does this stock carry, and does the date matter?
Mascom International's current Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle stock carries use-by dates of November 2028 and February 2029, printed on each box. That leaves years of shelf life, so buying two or three bottles ahead of a busy season carries little risk. Epson prints the date because dye ink slowly changes during long storage, which can affect colour and nozzle flow. Use the older-dated bottle first, keep the rest sealed, and tell us if you need a specific date when you order.
How does the Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle compare with the 673 black used in the L805?
Both are 70ml Epson dye inks for six-colour photo printers, but they are made for different machines and cannot be swapped. The Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle serves the newer L8050 and L18050, while the 673 bottle serves the L805 and L1800. Pouring one series into the other printer risks colour errors and nozzle trouble. If your studio is replacing a worn L805 with an L8050, plan to move your spare ink stock to the 108 series at the same time.
How should studios in hot towns such as Mombasa or Kisumu store spare black bottles?
Store every Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle capped, upright and away from direct sun, ideally inside a closed drawer or cupboard. Heat speeds up changes in dye ink, so a shelf beside a sunny shop window in Mombasa, Kisumu or Garissa is the wrong place for spares. Leave unopened bottles sealed in their boxes until the tank needs them. After a partial refill, tighten the cap fully and keep the bottle standing, since a loose cap lets ink thicken or leak onto paper stock.
Who should buy the Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle, and who should skip it?
Buy the Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle if you own an Epson L8050 or L18050 and print portraits, passport photos, ID cards or event pictures. Skip it if your printer is a four-colour EcoTank such as the L3250 or L5290, which takes the Epson 103 series that Mascom International stocks at KSh 2,225. Owners of an L805 or L1800 need 673 bottles instead. If you mostly print office letters and invoices, a four-colour 103 printer costs less per page of text.
How can I confirm my Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle is genuine?
A genuine Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle arrives in a sealed Epson box printed with product code C13T09C14A and a use-by date. The bottle carries sharp Epson printing and a shaped nozzle made for the L8050 and L18050 tank inlets. Warning signs include loose caps, faded labels, missing dates or a price far below the market. Mascom International sells only factory-sealed stock, and you can inspect the box at our counter or on delivery before paying.
Technical Specifications
Bottle and Formula Details
- Product code C13T09C14A identifies the genuine Epson 108 black bottle, so you can match box, bottle and receipt.
- Each bottle holds 70ml of dye-based black ink, the refill size Epson sets for all six 108 colours.
- Epson rates the bottle at up to 3,600 pages, measured with its own test patterns for printed documents.
- Photo yield reaches up to 5,700 prints at 10x15cm, the standard postcard size used for most studio orders.
- Dye ink soaks into the paper coating, producing smooth tones and deep, even blacks on glossy photo paper.
- Current Mascom International stock is dated November 2028 and February 2029, leaving years of usable shelf life.
Compatible Photo Printers
- Epson L8050, the A4 six-colour Wi-Fi photo printer widely used by Kenyan studios and ID card shops.
- Epson L18050, the A3+ model, which handles large portraits, posters and framed wall pieces for clients.
- Both printers share the same six 108 bottles, so one ink stock covers a studio running either machine.
- Not compatible with the L805 or L1800, which use the older Epson 673 ink series instead.
- Not compatible with four-colour EcoTank printers that take 103, 101, 003 or 664 bottles.
- Check the ink number printed near your tanks or in the manual before ordering any replacement bottle.
Filling System and Handling
- Shaped nozzle is designed for the black tank inlet, which helps keep black ink out of the colour tanks.
- Ink flows by itself once the bottle stands upright on the inlet, so there is no squeezing or pressing.
- Flow slows and stops as the tank reaches its upper line, which helps prevent overfilling and spills.
- Screw cap reseals tightly after a partial fill, so leftover ink keeps safely for the next top-up.
- Box and label show the colour name and product code clearly, so staff grab the right bottle quickly.
- Wipe the nozzle tip with a tissue after filling, since dye ink stains clothing, carpets and wooden desks.
Photo and Text Output
- Black builds hair, shadows, dark clothing and outlines in every portrait, giving each photo depth and definition.
- Works with the five colour 108 inks to produce neutral dark tones without green or purple casts.
- Sharp black text suits names, ID numbers and captions printed on PVC cards and certificates.
- Genuine ink matches the thickness Epson print heads are built for, helping prevent clogged nozzles and banding.
- Quick-drying dye ink lets studios stack glossy prints sooner, though albums should wait until prints dry fully.
- Consistent density from the first print to the last keeps large event orders looking uniform across every batch.
Cost per Print and Shelf Life
- Black ink costs about KSh 0.74 per page at the Mascom International price of KSh 2,650.
- Black ink costs about KSh 0.46 per 10x15cm photo, based on Epson's 5,700-photo rating.
- A full six-colour 108 set costs KSh 17,650 here, roughly KSh 7.60 of ink per 10x15cm photo.
- Eight passport photos fit on one 10x15cm sheet, so each passport photo uses under KSh 1 of ink.
- Store bottles upright, capped and away from sunlight to keep the ink stable until its use-by date.
- Use older-dated bottles first when keeping several in reserve, and keep ink away from children and pets.
Studio Workflow Fit
- Keep one sealed spare per printer, since black often runs low before a busy weekend of event orders.
- Refill when the tank nears its lower line, rather than letting it run dry and drawing air into the ink path.
- Print a nozzle check before large orders, so a blocked nozzle shows up on plain paper, not glossy stock.
- Record the refill date on the box, which helps you track real monthly usage against Epson's rated yield.
- Pair black refills with a check of the colour tanks, so one trip covers every bottle the printer needs.
Package Contents
The Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle reaches you in its original sealed Epson box, untouched since it left the supply chain. The box holds:
- One 70ml Epson 108 black ink bottle, product code C13T09C14A
- Screw cap covering the shaped filling nozzle
- Epson packaging printed with the use-by date and batch number
The printer, photo paper and the five colour bottles are sold separately. Ask our team to bundle a complete six-colour 108 set for your studio.
Warranty
Mascom International guarantees every Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle as genuine, factory-sealed Epson stock. The bottle carries a 6-month Mascom International warranty on manufacturing defects, such as a leaking bottle, a cracked nozzle or a broken seal. Bring a faulty bottle to our Nairobi CBD store or report it on WhatsApp within that period, and we replace it.
Buying the Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle from Mascom International
Mascom International stocks the Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle alongside Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan and Light Magenta at our Nairobi CBD location: Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street. Walk in Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM, and bring your printer model so we can check the fit on the spot.
Three ways to order:
- Call/WhatsApp +254 708 852 521
- Email info@mascomintl.com
- Order through www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches every Kenyan county. Nairobi and its environs receive the Epson 108 EcoTank Black Ink Bottle the same day. Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa and all other major towns receive it within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. You inspect the box and pay only when it arrives.
The bottle comes with the 6-month Mascom warranty detailed above.
Photo studios, schools and ID card printers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for sealed Epson consumables, current pricing and after-sales help from a real Nairobi CBD store.
