Description
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About Linford Remanufactured Epson 212XL Ink Cartridges — 4-Pack (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
One of each color — the straightforward all-in-one replacement set for your Epson WorkForce or Expression Home printer. Linford's Epson 212XL 4-pack gives you high-yield ink across all four colors at a fraction of the OEM cost.
🛒 Extra 20% Off — Auto-Applied at Checkout on Orders Over $30. No Code Needed.
What's in the Box
Cartridge OEM Number Color Page Yield 1 × Epson 212XL Black T212XL120-S Black 600 pages 1 × Epson 212XL Cyan T212XL220-S Cyan 450 pages 1 × Epson 212XL Magenta T212XL320-S Magenta 450 pages 1 × Epson 212XL Yellow T212XL420-S Yellow 450 pages Total ~1,950 pages Page yield measured at 5% coverage per ISO standards.
Which Pack Size Is Right for You?
Pack Contents After 20% Off Per Cartridge Best For 4-Pack (This) 1BK+1C+1M+1Y ~$31.99 ~$8.00 Occasional/light printing 5-Pack 2BK+1C+1M+1Y ~$39.99 ~$8.00 Regular home printing 10-Pack 4BK+2C+2M+2Y ~$67.99 ~$6.80 Heavy/office printing If you print in roughly equal amounts of black and color, the 4-pack is your best starting point. If you go through black faster, consider the 5-pack or 10-pack.
⚠️ Epson Firmware Warning — Important
Epson periodically pushes firmware updates that can block third-party and remanufactured cartridges. Disable automatic firmware updates before installing to avoid compatibility issues.
Steps: Printer control panel → Setup → Firmware Update → turn off Auto Update. Contact Linford support if your printer has already received a blocking update.
Compatible Printers
Epson WorkForce Series Epson Expression Home Series WorkForce WF-2830 Expression Home XP-4100 WorkForce WF-2850 Expression Home XP-4105
Epson 212 vs 212XL — Which Should You Buy?
Epson 212 (Standard) Epson 212XL (High Yield) Black Page Yield ~150 pages ~600 pages Color Page Yield ~130 pages ~450 pages Compatible Printers Same Same Best For Very occasional printing Regular use Ink Type (Black) Pigment Pigment Ink Type (Color) Dye Dye The 212XL prints approximately 4× more pages than the standard 212 — a much better value per page for anyone printing regularly.
Why Choose Linford Remanufactured?
- ✅ Original Epson cartridge shells — professionally cleaned, refilled, and retested
- ✅ Pigment black for sharp, fade-resistant text; dye color for vibrant prints
- ✅ Eco-friendly — keeps original cartridge shells out of landfills
- ✅ Lifetime Warranty — defective cartridge? We replace it, no questions asked
- ✅ Free shipping on orders over $30
- ✅ Ships within 1–4 business days from our US warehouse
How to Install Epson 212XL Ink Cartridges
- Power on the printer — Make sure the printer is on before opening the cartridge cover.
- Open the front cover — Lift the scanner unit. The print head will automatically move to the replacement position.
- Release the old cartridge — Press down on the cartridge tab and pull it straight out. Set aside for recycling.
- Unpack the new cartridge — Remove from its sealed packaging. Do not shake or squeeze.
- Remove the protective tape — Peel off the orange or yellow tape from the nozzle area completely. Do not touch the metal contacts or ink nozzles.
- Insert the cartridge — Match each cartridge to its color-coded slot. Press firmly until it clicks into place.
- Repeat for each cartridge — Install all four before closing the cover.
- Close the front cover — Lower the scanner unit completely. The printer will initialize automatically.
- Run a nozzle check — Print a test page to confirm all colors are flowing correctly.
Print quality issues after installation? Run 1–2 printhead cleaning cycles from the printer's Maintenance menu. If quality doesn't improve, contact Linford support — covered by Lifetime Warranty.
FAQs
Q: What is the difference between Epson 212 and 212XL? Both fit the same printers. The 212XL is high-yield (600 pages black / 450 pages color) vs. the standard 212 (~150 pages black / ~130 pages color). The XL prints approximately 4× more pages per cartridge — significantly more cost-effective for regular use.
Q: Should I buy the 4-pack or the 5-pack? If you print roughly equal amounts of black and color, the 4-pack (1BK+1CMY) is sufficient. If you print more text-heavy documents and go through black faster, the 5-pack (2BK+1CMY) is a better ratio. Both are the same price per cartridge after the checkout discount.
Q: Will Epson firmware updates block these cartridges? Epson has issued firmware updates that block third-party and remanufactured cartridges on some models. Disable automatic firmware updates before installing. Contact Linford support if you've already been affected.
Q: Will remanufactured cartridges void my Epson printer warranty? No. Under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, Epson cannot void your printer warranty solely because you used a remanufactured or third-party ink cartridge.
Q: What ink types does this 4-pack use? The 212XL black uses pigment-based ink for sharp, water-resistant text. The cyan, magenta, and yellow cartridges use dye-based ink for vibrant color output and photos.
Q: How should I store unused cartridges? Store sealed cartridges upright in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Linford Epson 212XL cartridges have a shelf life of 18–24 months unopened.
Epson, WorkForce, Expression Home, T212XL120-S, and related model names are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Linford is not affiliated with or endorsed by Epson. Product names are used for compatibility identification only.