Epson ColorWorks Ink Cartridges
Genuine Epson ink cartridges for ColorWorks C4000e, C6000, C6500 and C8000e colour label printers.
Find the correct Epson ColorWorks ink by printer model, colour or manufacturer part number (MPN).
ColorWorks printers use specific cartridge families, and some models are available in separate BK and MK black-ink configurations. Always match the cartridge to the exact printer before ordering.
Find Epson ColorWorks Ink by Printer
The quickest way to identify the correct cartridge is to start with the ColorWorks printer family.
ColorWorks C4000e
SJIC42P ink family
50 ml individual pigment ink cartridges for the compact Epson CW-C4000e colour label printer.
Available in Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and either Black or Matte Black depending on the printer version.
MPN family: C13T52M...
ColorWorks C6000 / C6500
SJIC36P ink family
80 ml cartridges for compatible Epson ColorWorks C6000 and C6500 printers.
Cyan, Magenta and Yellow are accompanied by the correct Black or Matte Black cartridge for the printer configuration.
MPN family: C13T44C...
ColorWorks C8000e
SJIC48P ink family
High-capacity 480 ml inks for the Epson ColorWorks C8000e industrial colour label printer.
Available in Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and either Black or Matte Black depending on the C8000e configuration.
MPN family: C13T55P...
BK or MK? Check Before You Order
This is one of the most important compatibility checks when ordering Epson ColorWorks ink.
BK - Black Ink Configuration
Some ColorWorks printers are supplied as BK versions designed to use the corresponding black cartridge.
The black cartridge MPN must match the printer family and its BK configuration.
MK - Matte Black Configuration
Other ColorWorks printers are supplied as MK versions designed for the corresponding matte-black cartridge.
Do not assume a standard black and matte-black cartridge are interchangeable simply because they belong to the same printer family.
Check the full printer model before ordering.
If the printer designation contains BK or MK, match the replacement black ink to that configuration.
Epson ColorWorks C4000e Ink Cartridges
The ColorWorks C4000e uses Epson's SJIC42P individual pigment ink cartridge family. Epson specifies 50 ml cartridges for the standard Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow cartridges.
| Colour | Epson Cartridge | MPN | Compatibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | SJIC42P-BK | C13T52M140 | CW-C4000e BK |
| Cyan | SJIC42P-C | C13T52M240 | CW-C4000e BK / MK |
| Magenta | SJIC42P-M | C13T52M340 | CW-C4000e BK / MK |
| Yellow | SJIC42P-Y | C13T52M440 | CW-C4000e BK / MK |
| Matte Black | SJIC42P-MK | C13T52M540 | CW-C4000e MK |
C4000e black ink:
use C13T52M140 with the BK printer configuration or C13T52M540 with the MK configuration. Cyan, Magenta and Yellow are used across both configurations.
Epson ColorWorks C6000 & C6500 Ink Cartridges
Epson ColorWorks C6000 and C6500 printers use the SJIC36P cartridge family, with individual 80 ml ink cartridges.
Both printer families are available in configurations using either Black or Matte Black ink, so check the exact printer model before ordering the black cartridge.
| Colour | Epson Cartridge | MPN | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | SJIC36P(K) | C13T44C140 | For compatible C6000 / C6500 BK configurations |
| Cyan | SJIC36P(C) | C13T44C240 | C6000 / C6500 series |
| Magenta | SJIC36P(M) | C13T44C340 | C6000 / C6500 series |
| Yellow | SJIC36P(Y) | C13T44C440 | C6000 / C6500 series |
| Matte Black | SJIC36P(MK) | C13T44C540 | For compatible C6000 / C6500 MK configurations |
Important:
C13T44C140 is the Black cartridge, while C13T44C540 is the Matte Black cartridge. Check whether your C6000 or C6500 is a BK or MK version before ordering.
Why Use Individual ColorWorks Ink Cartridges?
Epson ColorWorks printers use separate inks, allowing individual colours to be replaced as required rather than replacing a combined multi-colour cartridge.
Cyan
Replace the cyan ink independently when required.
Magenta
Replace magenta without discarding the remaining cyan or yellow ink.
Yellow
Individual yellow consumables simplify ongoing ink management.
Black / Matte Black
Use the correct black ink specified for the printer's BK or MK configuration.
Epson ColorWorks C8000e Ink
The C8000e is designed for higher-volume industrial colour label production and uses high-capacity 480 ml SJIC48P inks.
The C8000e is available in BK and MK configurations, so the correct Black or Matte Black ink must be matched to the printer.
Maintenance Box
C33S020596
SJMB7500
Compatible with selected ColorWorks models including C8000e.
The larger ink capacity is designed around the higher-volume requirements of industrial on-demand colour label printing.
Epson ColorWorks Ink Compatibility Guide
Use this table as a quick starting point, then confirm the exact MPN before placing your order.
| Printer Family | Ink Family | Capacity | MPN Family | Black Options |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epson CW-C4000e | SJIC42P | 50 ml* | C13T52M... | BK or MK depending on printer |
| Epson CW-C6000 | SJIC36P | 80 ml | C13T44C... | BK or MK depending on printer |
| Epson CW-C6500 | SJIC36P | 80 ml | C13T44C... | BK or MK depending on printer |
| Epson CW-C8000e | SJIC48P | 480 ml | C13T55P... | BK or MK depending on printer |
*Epson specifies 50 ml for the standard C4000e Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow SJIC42P cartridges.
Important:
the ink-family code narrows down the correct consumables, but the complete Epson MPN remains the safest way to identify the exact replacement ink.
Already Know the Epson Ink MPN?
If you're replacing an existing cartridge, the safest way to buy is often to use the Epson manufacturer part number printed on the cartridge or packaging.
Step 1: Check the Printer
Confirm the exact ColorWorks model, including any BK or MK designation.
Step 2: Check the Cartridge
Find the Epson MPN, such as C13T44C140 or C13T55P240, on the existing consumable or packaging.
Step 3: Match the MPN
Search Tek Direkt using the complete Epson part number rather than relying only on the ink colour.
Genuine Epson ColorWorks Ink
Tek Direkt supplies genuine Epson ColorWorks ink for professional Epson colour label printers.
Correct Compatibility
Genuine Epson consumables are produced for the corresponding ColorWorks printer and ink system.
Consistent Colour
ColorWorks systems are designed around Epson's ink, printhead and colour-management technology working together.
Professional Labels
Epson pigment inks are designed for detailed on-demand colour labels across commercial and industrial applications.
ColorWorks Ink for On-Demand Business Labels
Epson ColorWorks printers can support a wide range of product, packaging and specialist colour label applications.
Food & Beverage
Produce colourful product, ingredient, batch and promotional labels on demand.
Coffee Roasters
Print labels for single origins, seasonal blends, micro-lots and changing coffee ranges.
Candles & Home Fragrance
Produce different labels for fragrances, seasonal ranges and limited-edition products.
Manufacturing
Create product, identification, packaging and production labels when required.
Chemical & GHS
Produce suitable colour labels containing product information, hazard pictograms and changing data.
Plant & Horticultural
Produce plant identification, photography, pricing, barcode and care-information labels using suitable media.
Packaging
Create short-run packaging labels without waiting for externally pre-printed stock.
Small-Batch Production
Change designs, variants and product information without holding large quantities of pre-printed labels.
Need a ColorWorks Printer as Well?
Tek Direkt supplies Epson ColorWorks printers alongside replacement inks, allowing you to source the printer and ongoing consumables from the same supplier.
Epson ColorWorks C4000e
Compact desktop colour label printing for shorter runs, changing designs and businesses bringing professional colour label production in house.
Epson ColorWorks C6000 Series
Production-focused colour label printing with a choice of auto-cutter and built-in peeler configurations.
Epson ColorWorks C8000e
Higher-throughput colour label production with high-capacity inks for more demanding production environments.
Which printer?
Consider the C4000e for compact, flexible production, the C6000 where workflow options such as a built-in peeler are important, and the C8000e where higher production throughput is the priority.
Considering an Epson ColorWorks Printer?
If you're looking at moving colour label production in house, you can request print samples to see how your own label design could look before choosing a printer.
Send us your artwork, label dimensions and approximate print volume. Those details can also help narrow down whether the C4000e, C6000 or C8000e is the more appropriate option.
Epson ColorWorks Ink FAQs
Which ink does my Epson C6000 use?
The C6000 family uses Epson SJIC36P 80 ml cartridges. Check whether the printer is a BK or MK configuration before choosing the black cartridge.
Does the Epson C6500 use the same ink as the C6000?
C6000 and C6500 printers use the SJIC36P cartridge family, but you should still match the complete cartridge MPN and the printer's BK or MK configuration.
What ink does the Epson C4000e use?
The C4000e uses the SJIC42P cartridge family. Standard Black, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow cartridges are 50 ml, with a separate Matte Black cartridge for MK printer configurations.
What ink does the Epson C8000e use?
The C8000e uses high-capacity 480 ml SJIC48P inks. The BK version uses C13T55P140 Black, while the MK configuration uses C13T55P540 Matte Black.
Cyan is C13T55P240, Magenta is C13T55P340 and Yellow is C13T55P440.
What is the difference between BK and MK?
BK identifies the printer configuration using the corresponding Black ink, while MK configurations use the corresponding Matte Black ink. Match the black ink to the printer configuration.
How much ink is in a C6000 / C6500 cartridge?
Epson's SJIC36P cartridges used by the C6000 and C6500 series have an 80 ml capacity.
How much ink is in a C8000e ink?
The C8000e uses high-capacity 480 ml SJIC48P inks for its main colour set.
Should I order by colour or MPN?
The Epson MPN is the safest identifier. Match the part number together with the exact ColorWorks printer model before ordering.
Can I buy ColorWorks ink in quantity?
Yes. If you regularly use ColorWorks consumables, send Tek Direkt the Epson MPNs and quantities required for a business quotation.
Can I see a label printed before buying a ColorWorks printer?
Yes. Tek Direkt can arrange free Epson ColorWorks print samples using your own artwork.
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Genuine Epson Ink
Shop genuine replacement inks for compatible Epson ColorWorks printers.
Search by MPN
Use the exact Epson manufacturer part number to quickly identify the replacement ink you need.
Printer + Consumables
Source ColorWorks printers, inks and related colour-labelling equipment from one supplier.
Business Quantities
Request pricing for multiple inks or regular consumable requirements.
Need a Price on Epson ColorWorks Ink?
Send us the Epson ink MPN and quantity and we'll provide a price.
For regular requirements, send all the consumables you use and the approximate quantities required.
Not sure which ink fits your printer? Send us the exact ColorWorks printer model and we'll help identify the correct MPN.
No calls. No meetings. No messing about. Just another price.