Epson 212XL black · XL
Epson 212XL is a Epson black XL cartridge rated at ~500 pages (3.6¢/page at $18.00).
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The Epson 212XL is a high-yield black ink cartridge designed for use with certain Epson printers. It can be used in three specific printer models and has an estimated yield of about 500 pages. If you're looking to save money on printing costs, consider comparing the cost per page of this XL cartridge to standard cartridges which may have lower upfront costs but higher cost per page over time.
Printers that use Epson 212XL
Frequently asked questions
Which printers use the Epson 212XL?
3 printers in our database use the Epson 212XL, including the Epson Expression Home XP-4100, Epson WorkForce WF-2830 and Epson WorkForce WF-2850.
Is the Epson 212XL a standard or high-yield cartridge?
The Epson 212XL is a XL (high-yield) cartridge. It costs more upfront than a standard cartridge but prints more pages, so the cost per page is lower.
How many pages does the Epson 212XL print?
The Epson 212XL is rated at about 500 pages. Actual yield varies with how much of each page you print.
What does the Epson 212XL cost per page?
At a list price of $18.00 and about 500 pages, the Epson 212XL works out to roughly 3.6 cents per page. A reliable compatible can cost noticeably less.
Are compatible or remanufactured versions of the Epson 212XL safe to use?
Compatible and remanufactured cartridges are third-party alternatives to the Epson 212XL that usually cost much less. Most work well, though quality varies by seller. If your printer can receive firmware updates that block non-OEM ink, check that printer's page first.
Related cartridges
Other colors and standard or high-yield versions used in the same printers.
- Epson 212 black · standard
- Epson 212 yellow · standard
- Epson 212 magenta · standard
- Epson 212 cyan · standard
- Epson 212XL magenta · XL
- Epson 212XL cyan · XL
- Epson 212XL yellow · XL
Guides worth reading before you buy
- Is the XL cartridge actually cheaper? 31 pairs priced off the makers' own stores
- Why did my printer stop accepting compatible ink after a firmware update?
- What the chip on your ink cartridge actually does, and where it becomes a lock
- Page yield explained: what ISO 24711 measures, and why you get fewer pages than the box says
- Does Epson block third-party ink? Yes on cartridge models, no on EcoTank
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