L8100 Printer

Overview

Epson EcoTank L8100 A4 Colour InkTank Photo Multifunction Printer
The Epson EcoTank L8100 is designed for users who demand high-quality photo output alongside everyday document printing. This 3-in-1 device handles printing, scanning, and copying with ease, making it suitable for both home creatives and small offices. With its 6-colour dye ink system, it produces smooth gradients and vibrant, lab-quality photos up to A4 size. Wireless connectivity, a compact footprint, and a responsive colour touchscreen enhance usability, while the EcoTank system ensures consistent, cost-effective performance over time.

Description

The Epson L8100 EcoTank printer combines premium photo printing with efficient everyday functionality. Its 6-colour ink system delivers rich, detailed images, while the high-capacity ink tanks reduce running costs significantly. Designed for versatility, it supports borderless printing, ID card and CD or DVD printing, and mobile printing via the Epson Smart Panel app. The front-facing ink tank design enables clean, straightforward refills, making it a practical solution for users who print frequently and value both quality and convenience.

Features

Photo Printing Performance
At the core of the L8100 is Epson Micro Piezo print head technology, paired with dye-based inks for precise droplet placement and smooth tonal transitions. The printer achieves a resolution of up to 5760 x 1440 dpi, ensuring sharp detail in both photos and documents. With six individual colours including light cyan and light magenta, it produces more accurate skin tones and subtle gradients compared to standard four-colour systems.

Photo output is particularly efficient, with fast print speeds for 10 x 15 cm images and consistent results across different media types.

Efficient Ink System and High Yield Output
The EcoTank system is engineered for high-volume, low-cost printing. Each refill set delivers substantial output, making it ideal for photo enthusiasts and small businesses.

• Up to 2100 photos (10 x 15 cm) per ink set
• Up to 3600 black pages and 7200 colour pages
• Six 70 ml ink bottles included in the box
• Key-lock bottle design prevents incorrect refilling

The front-facing tanks simplify monitoring and refilling, reducing mess and downtime.

Versatile Media and Creative Options
This model extends beyond standard paper printing with support for a variety of media types.

• Borderless photo printing up to A4
• Dedicated tray for PVC ID card printing
• Direct CD and DVD printing capability
• Rear paper feed for specialty media

These capabilities make the L8100 suitable for creative projects, business branding, and personalised output.

Connectivity and Smart Operation
The printer integrates seamlessly into modern workflows with wireless features and mobile compatibility.

• Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct connectivity
• Compatible with Epson Smart Panel and Epson iPrint apps
• Print and manage tasks from smartphones, tablets, and laptops
• 6.1 cm colour touchscreen for intuitive control

Setup and ongoing operation are streamlined, even for non-technical users.

Scanning and Copying Capabilities
The flatbed scanner uses CIS technology to deliver reliable digital capture for documents and images.

• Optical scan resolution up to 1200 x 4800 dpi
• Maximum scan size: A4
• Suitable for both documents and photo archiving

Copying functions are integrated for convenience, supporting everyday office needs.

Key Technical Details

• Part Number / SKU: L8100 Printer (also referenced as C11CK94402)
• Functions: Print, Scan, Copy
• Print speed: Up to 22 pages per minute (mono and colour)
• Photo print speed: As fast as 12 seconds (10 x 15 cm)
• Paper capacity: 100 sheets standard, 20 photo sheets
• Scanner type: Contact Image Sensor
• Display: 6.1 cm colour touchscreen
• Connectivity: Wireless LAN, Wi-Fi Direct
• Supported media: A4, A5, A6, B5, envelopes, plastic cards

Design and Practical Use
With a compact structure measuring 404 x 410 x 162 mm, the L8100 fits easily into home offices or studio setups. Despite its small footprint, it offers robust functionality and a durable build. Noise levels are kept low during operation, and energy consumption remains efficient across different modes.

What's Included

• 6 x 70 ml ink bottles (Black, Cyan, Yellow, Magenta, Light Cyan, Light Magenta)
• Main unit
• Power cable
• Setup guide

Summary
The Epson EcoTank L8100 stands out as a reliable, high-quality photo printer with multifunction capabilities. It balances professional-grade image output with cost efficiency and user-friendly operation, making it a strong option for photographers, designers, and home users who print frequently. With part number L8100 Printer, it delivers consistent performance across both creative and everyday tasks.

Specifications

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Specifications
Product Code	L8100 Printer
Technology
Printing Method	Epson Micro Piezo print head
Nozzle Configuration	180 Nozzles Black, 180 Nozzles per Color
Minimum Droplet Size	1, 5 pl, With Variable-Sized Droplet Technology
Ink Technology	Dye Ink
Printing Resolution	5.760 x 1.440 DPI
Category	Photo
All-in-One Functions	Print, Scan, Copy
Print
Number of colours	6 colour
Printing Speed ISO/IEC 24734	8 pages/min Monochrome, 8 pages/min Colour, 25 Seconds per 10 x 15 cm photo
Printing Speed	22 pages/min Monochrome (plain paper 75 g/m²), 22 pages/min Colour (plain paper 75 g/m²), 12 Seconds per 10 x 15 cm photo (Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper)
First Page Out	Monochrome 13, 2 Seconds, Colour 13, 3 Seconds
Colours	Black [Dye], Cyan [Dye], Light Cyan [Dye], Yellow [Dye], Magenta [Dye], Light Magenta [Dye]
Colours Capacity	Black [70ml], Cyan [70ml], Light Cyan [70ml], Yellow [70ml], Magenta [70ml], Light Magenta [70ml]
Scan
Optical Resolution	1.200 DPI x 4.800 DPI (Horizontal x Vertical)
Maximum scan size	216 mm x 297 mm
Scanner type	Contact image sensor (CIS)
Optical Resolution	1.200 DPI x 4.800 DPI (Horizontal x Vertical)
Paper / Media Handling
Number of paper trays	1
Paper Formats	A4 (21.0x29.7 cm), A5 (14.8x21.0 cm), A6 (10.5x14.8 cm), B5, C6 (Envelope), DL (Envelope), No. 10 (Envelope), Letter, Plastic cards
Duplex	Manual
Paper Tray Capacity	100 Sheets Standard, 100 Sheets Maximum, 20 Photo Sheets
Rear paper path (special media)	Yes
Media Handling	Borderless Print, CD/DVD print
General
Energy Use	0,6 Watt (sleep mode), 19 Watt (Printing), 4, 4 Watt (Ready), 0,2 Watt (Power off), TEC 0, 11 kWh/week
Supply Voltage	AC 100 V - 240 V
Product dimensions	404 x 410 x 162 mm (Width x Depth x Height)
Product weight	7,6 kg
Noise Level	5,1 B (A) according to ISO 7779 pattern with Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper / Photo RPM mode
Compatible Operating Systems	Mac OS X 10.9.5 or later, Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2003 R2 x64, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Server 2008 (32/64bit), Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012 (64bit), Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Vista, Windows XP SP3 or later (32-bit), XP Professional x64 Edition SP2
Interfaces	Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Sound Power	Operation: 5, 1 B (A)
Noise	Operation: 37 dB (A)
WLAN Security	WEP 64 Bit, WEP 128 Bit, WPA PSK (TKIP), WPA2 PSK (AES), WPA3-SAE(AES)
Mobile and Cloud printing services	Epson iPrint App, Epson Smart Panel App
Other Features
Panel	Type: Color, Touchscreen, Diagonal: 6, 1 cm
Emulations	ESC/P-R
Included Bottle Yield
Black yield	2.600 pages, 4.100 photos
Colour yield	5.400 pages, 1.500 photos