{"id":4553,"date":"2018-01-16T19:00:30","date_gmt":"2018-01-16T19:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ldproducts.com\/blog\/?p=4553"},"modified":"2023-06-06T22:32:52","modified_gmt":"2023-06-06T22:32:52","slug":"how-to-install-epson-312-ink-cartridges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ldproducts.com\/blog\/how-to-install-epson-312-ink-cartridges\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Install Epson\u00ae 312 Ink Cartridges"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Epson\u2019s Expression Photo XP-8500 printer is a compact, all-in-one machine that\u2019s built for the budding photographer.\u00a0 Print, scan and copy functions come standard and a touch panel makes it easy to print on the go.\u00a0 Capable of producing vibrant colors and borderless photos up to 8\u201dx10\u201d, you get gallery ready prints from the comfort of home.\u00a0 In this guide, we cover simple cartridge installation steps and break down the cartridge specs so you can get more from your machine.\u00a0 Let\u2019s get started!<\/p>\n<p>Check out our short Epson\u00ae312 cartridge installation video below.\u00a0 Or, continue reading to learn more about the 312 cartridge series and how you can save on printing costs!<\/p>\n<h3><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DR8ySKhR4sE\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/h3>\n<h4>Cartridge Specs<\/h4>\n<p>Epson sells the 312 series in two different sizes, a standard yield and high yield, or XL size.\u00a0 The high yield option is a better value for frequent users due to their higher ink capacity.\u00a0 Cartridges are offered in 6 colors: black, cyan, magenta, yellow, light cyan and light magenta.\u00a0 If you are new to photo printers, you may be wondering why there are two different cyan and magenta cartridges.\u00a0 The light cyan and light magenta help produce a wider range of color in your prints, providing more accuracy and improved detail.\u00a0All of the cartridges contain dye-based ink, which is best suited for vibrant, true to life color prints and photos.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ways to Save on Cartridge Costs<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Cartridge replacements can get expensive.\u00a0 If you are looking to save money, consider buying LD Products brand compatible Epson 312XL ink cartridges.\u00a0 These cartridges will be available soon at a fraction of the price of the original brand and are backed by an industry best lifetime guarantee. We will be selling original cartridges soon as well, find out more on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ldproducts.com\/ink-and-toner\/epson\/epson-expression\/xp-8500?xid=tmd:blog:&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_source=ldblog&amp;utm_campaign=4553:XP8500ink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Epson XP-8500 printer page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ldproducts.com\/?xid=tmd:blog:banner&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_source=ldblog&amp;utm_campaign=6842:printmore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12794 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ldproducts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/ld_bnr_blog_PrintMore_2020_728x90-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"90\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Epson 312 Black Ink Cartridge\u00a0(T312120<\/strong>)<\/p>\n<p>Page yield: approx. 240 pages<\/p>\n<p>OEM ink type: \u00a0dye-based<\/p>\n<p><strong>Epson 312 Cyan Ink Cartridge\u00a0(T312220)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Page yield: approx. 360 pages<\/p>\n<p>OEM ink type: \u00a0dye-based<\/p>\n<p><strong>Epson 312 Magenta Ink Cartridge\u00a0(T312320)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Page yield: approx. 360 pages<\/p>\n<p>OEM ink type: \u00a0dye-based<\/p>\n<p><strong>Epson 312 Yellow Ink Cartridge (T312420)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Page yield: approx. 360 pages<\/p>\n<p>OEM ink type: \u00a0dye-based<\/p>\n<p><strong>Epson 312XL High Yield Black Ink Cartridge (T312XL120)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Page yield: approx. 500 pages<\/p>\n<p>OEM ink type: \u00a0dye-based<\/p>\n<p><strong>Epson 312XL High Yield Cyan Ink Cartridge (T312XL220)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Page yield: approx. 830 pages<\/p>\n<p>OEM ink type: \u00a0dye-based<\/p>\n<p><strong>Epson 312XL High Yield Magenta Ink Cartridge (T312XL320)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Page yield: approx. 830 pages<\/p>\n<p>OEM ink type: \u00a0dye-based<\/p>\n<p><strong>Epson 312XL High Yield Yellow Ink Cartridge (T312XL420)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Page yield: approx. 830 pages<\/p>\n<p>OEM ink type: \u00a0dye-based<\/p>\n<h4>How to Check Your Ink Cartridge Levels<\/h4>\n<p>If you are getting poor print results, the first thing you\u2019ll want to do is check the ink levels on your printer\u2019s display.\u00a0 You can do this by looking at the ink levels on your printer\u2019s display.\u00a0 If one of your cartridges is running low, select \u201cnext\u201d and then select \u201cyes, replace now\u201d to start the replacement process.\u00a0 You can also replace a cartridge by selecting \u201cMaintenance&gt;Ink Cartridge Replacement\u201d on your printer\u2019s display.\u00a0 Then select \u201cnext\u201d and \u201cstart.\u201d<\/p>\n<h4>How to Replace an Epson 312 Ink Cartridge<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>To begin the replacement process, check the cartridge levels on your printer\u2019s display. In our example, we will be replacing the Epson 312 black ink cartridge.<\/li>\n<li>Select \u201cnext\u201d and then select \u201cyes, replace now\u201d on the display screen to start the replacement process. You can also replace a cartridge by selecting \u201cMaintenance&gt;Ink Cartridge Replacement\u201d on your printer\u2019s display.\u00a0 Then select \u201cnext\u201d and \u201cstart.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>To replace, lift the entire scanner unit up and wait for the carriage to center.<\/li>\n<li>You can remove the depleted cartridge by gently pulling on it. It should pop up and easily remove with a little shaking motion.<\/li>\n<li>Remove the new cartridge from its packaging. Before you install, be sure to remove the orange clip on the bottom of the cartridge.\u00a0 This clip protects the cartridge while it is in transit, and the cartridge will not fit in your printer if it is left on.<\/li>\n<li>You will also want to remove the piece of yellow tape on the top of the cartridge. Gently pull on the tape to remove, this will expose the vent hole on the cartridge so it can work properly in your machine.<\/li>\n<li>Now you are ready to install! Double check to make sure you are installing the cartridge.\u00a0 The \u201cK\u201d on the cartridge should line up with the \u201cK\u201d in the machine.\u00a0 Line the cartridge up with the carriage in the machine and gently press on it so that it clicks in place.<\/li>\n<li>Close up the top cover and select \u201cCompleted\u201d on the LCD display.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>We hope you&#8217;ve found this installation guide informative!\u00a0 If you have any questions about the installation process or about your Epson 312 ink cartridges, please reach out to us, we&#8217;d be happy to help!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ldproducts.com?xid=tmd:blog:banner&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_source=ldblog&amp;utm_campaign=bannerv7\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6172 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ldproducts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/ld_banr_txt_homeoffice_2019_728x90_v1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"90\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"footable_parent_12760\"\n     class=\"footable_parent ninja_table_wrapper loading_ninja_table wp_table_data_press_parent semantic_ui colored_table\">\n                <table data-ninja_table_instance=\"ninja_table_instance_0\" data-footable_id=\"12760\" data-filter-delay=\"1000\" aria-label=\"LD Products - support us plug - gray\"            id=\"footable_12760\"\n           data-unique_identifier=\"ninja_table_unique_id_1646869521_12760\"\n           class=\" foo-table ninja_footable foo_table_12760 ninja_table_unique_id_1646869521_12760 ui table  nt_type_legacy_table selectable striped vertical_centered ninja_custom_color inverted footable-paging-left hide_all_borders ninjatable_hide_header_row ninja_table_search_disabled ninja_table_pro\">\n                <colgroup>\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_0 \">\n                    <\/colgroup>\n        <thead>\n<tr class=\"footable-header\">\n                        <th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_0 ninja_clmn_nm_cartridgeseries \">\ufeffCartridge Series<\/th><\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n\n        <tr data-row_id=\"1067\" class=\"ninja_table_row_0 nt_row_id_1067\">\n            <td>Thank you for reading this post! 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