Make rich color serve the image
Portrait skin tones, vibrant flowers and tonal gradients are important photo-ink evaluation scenes. Choose the suitable dye series and confirm reproduction on the target paper, not just individual color patches.
DYE INK / Start with colorGive photographs depth,
Give photographs depth,
choose the right ink for each setup.
Photo-shop imaging, everyday desktop color printing and wide-format graphics: dye inks have more than one use.
BCINKS brings desktop and wide-format dye series, different color channels and refill/supply needs into one selection approach: confirm equipment first, then match ink, paper and output objectives.
Why consider dye inks?Vibrancy is only the beginning;
Vibrancy is only the beginning;
what matters is the complete piece.
Choose ink and photo paper together
Glossy, luster and other coated inkjet media affect gloss, drying and color. Where consistency matters, evaluate the finished output with the print settings and ICC management.
Application suitability matters more than assumed universality
Photo shops and office color printing have different priorities. For long-term display or higher lightfastness needs, also compare pigment options. Do not describe dye inks as waterproof or outdoor-weather-resistant products.
Explore pigment inks →Start with the ink supply methodDye inks may share a category,
Dye inks may share a category,
but enter equipment in different ways.
Match ink formulation, supply system and machine settings together. These are selection paths, not a claim that one ink fits all equipment.
Native ink-tank desktop printers
Select by printer model, corresponding refill-ink number and color position. Epson EcoTank, Canon PIXMA G, HP Ink Tank and Brother DCP-T have separate series; do not mix directly across brands.
CISS continuous ink supply systems
Beyond color configuration, confirm supply components, ink-path condition, existing ink and changeover procedure. Verify small-scale compatibility and continuous output before routine use.
Cartridge-based desktop and wide-format equipment
Check cartridge number, chip and channel configuration. Pay particular attention to photo black, matte black and pigment black; one machine may use more than one ink system.
It is not about adding up colors4, 6 or 8 colors:
4, 6 or 8 colors:
choose by the machine's actual channels.
4Color-configuration path
Everyday images and documents
CMY works with the black ink specified by the equipment to meet the corresponding model's color-output needs. Black is not necessarily dye-based and must be checked separately.
References: Epson L series and Brother DCP-T series; match specific ink numbers by model.
6Color-configuration path
Photographs and fine tonal transitions
Some photo printers add light cyan and light magenta; others use gray, red or other channels. Six colors does not necessarily mean the same color configuration.
References: C, M, Y, K, LC and LM in the 673 / 057 series; the Canon G73 series includes gray and red channels.
8Colors and extended-color path
Check extended colors channel by channel
Match basic, photo and dedicated colors individually to the equipment; do not infer suitability from an eight-color label alone.
The catalog lists Canon CD-8A and BCI-6R / BCI-6G extended colors. Confirm complete supply combinations and eight-color models against the original cartridge configuration.
BCINKS series selectionStart with the machine you own
Start with the machine you own
to find the corresponding product direction.
These are representative series from the company catalog, not a complete compatibility list or evidence of OEM authorization.
| Application / equipment series | Selection clues in the catalog | Key checks |
|---|---|---|
| Epson desktop photoL800 / L805 / L810 / L850 / L1800；L8050 / L18050 | 673、057；C / M / Y / K / LC / LM | Distinguish generations and refill-ink numbers; match all six channels individually. |
| Canon desktop photo and imagingPIXMA G570 / G670, PIXMA G and cartridge-based series | G73; G790, G70 / G71; CLI / BCI series | G73 includes gray and red; do not conflate black-ink systems or cartridges across series. |
| HP / Brother desktop color printingHP Ink Tank; Brother DCP-T300 / T310 / T500W / T510W and others | HP GT / Ink Tank；Brother BT5000 / BT6000 | Confirm complete equipment model, regional version, black and color inks separately. |
| Wide-format photography and imagingEpson Stylus Pro 7600 / 9600；HP DesignJet 5000 / 5500 | Epson EDPL-6A；HP HDPL-6D | The same model may have different ink options; confirm the current system and original ink type. |
| Wide-format graphics and technical drawingsCanon iPF; HP DesignJet T series | Look up the corresponding PFI / HP cartridge number | Dye colors and pigment black may be used together; do not replace inks based on a blanket assumption for the whole machine. |
Why choose BCINKS?Turn a broad range
Turn a broad range
into clearer purchasing choices.
You do not need one universal ink for all equipment. Match printer models, colors, packaging and application needs, then confirm suitability through sample printing: that is the starting point for evaluating product value.
Provide your model, inquire and request samples →Choose across series, not by mixing across printer models
The company catalog covers desktop and wide-format series for several brands, helping distributors check products against their customers' equipment mix. Compatibility still requires model-by-model confirmation.
Compare purchasing options by actual consumption
The catalog includes small- and large-pack options. Ask about quantities, equipment count and refill frequency to confirm currently available packaging, rather than comparing only the price per bottle.
Calculate value by usable finished output
Under the same paper, artwork and quality settings, record ink consumption, cleaning ink use, usable output and maintenance input to compare cost per finished piece. Do not assume a savings percentage.
From requirements to trial printing
Bring these four sets of details for more direct selection.
- Machine and ink supply
Full model, regional version, cartridge or refill-ink number; tank, CISS or cartridge.
- Colors and existing ink
All channels, black-ink type, current ink and whether an ink change is planned.
- Paper and objectives
Paper brand/type, photo or document output, color objectives and print settings.
- Usage and cost
Expected consumption, display conditions, maintenance frequency and target finished-piece cost.
Define lightfastness and storage limits to select correctly.
Dye and pigment systems differ in preservation performance. For long-term display, evaluate light, paper, lamination and storage environment together; do not treat dye inks as a substitute for pigment lightfastness. Specific light/water resistance and storage lifetimes need tests on the corresponding ink and media. Application images on this page are not test results.