Digital BW, The Print

"Gary " <gary@...> wrote:
 
> No mention of HP inks? Do you have new thoughts on their use or longevity?

The HP Z3100/3200 PK and gray inks are very lightfast and stable according to the Aardenburg Imaging  and Wilhelm tests.  I will continue to use the HP PK in my 1400.  There is no other blended color+carbon ink that I recommend if longevity is a serious factor.  Still, however, the total delta-e of the HP 50% neutral test patch at 40 MLux-Hr in AaI testing was more than twice the Eboni 3MK or Cone Carbon sepia 50% test patches.

(Note that my limited experience with Canon ink suggested to me the color was not appropriate.  I don't know much about it otherwise.)

Paul
www.PaulRoark.com