Epson T096620 - User Manual

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Summary

Article and Corporate Identification

Product Information

Details the Epson Ink Cartridge T096620 and its compatible printer model.

Distributor Information

Provides contact and address details for Epson America, Inc.

Composition Information

Ink Formulation Details

Describes the ink as aqueous and lists its components with percentages.

Hazard Identification

Emergency Overview

General alert that ink is a light magenta liquid that may cause irritation.

Potential Health Effects

Details health effects for eyes, skin, inhalation, and ingestion.

First Aid Measures

Eye Contact First Aid

Instructions for flushing eyes with water and seeking medical attention.

Skin Contact First Aid

Guidance for washing skin and seeking medical attention if irritation persists.

Inhalation and Ingestion First Aid

Advice for moving to fresh air and seeking medical attention for ingestion.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flammability and Extinguishing Media

Specifies flash point and suitable extinguishing agents like dry chemical.

Fire Fighting Instructions

Notes no special procedures or explosion hazards are known.

Accidental Release Measures

Spill Cleanup Procedures

Instructions for wiping up spills, rinsing, and proper waste disposal.

Precautions for Safe Handling and Use

Safe Handling Guidelines

Advises keeping ink away from children, heat, and direct sunlight.

Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

Controls and Protection Requirements

States no engineering controls, exposure controls, or personal protection are required.

Physical and Chemical Properties

Ink Formulation Properties

Lists appearance, odor, pH, boiling point, freezing point, and flash point.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability and Incompatibilities

Describes stability, polymerization, and incompatible materials like oxidizers.

Toxicology and Health Hazards

Routes of Overexposure

Identifies routes of exposure as eye, skin, inhalation, and oral.

Acute and Chronic Health Hazards

Details potential acute effects and notes no known chronic hazards.

Toxicity Data

Provides Oral LD50, Dermal LD50, and Inhalant LC50 data.

Ecological Information

Environmental Effects Data

States that no data is available on adverse environmental effects.

Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal Guidance

Advises disposal according to federal, state, and local requirements.

Transportation Information

Hazardous Material Classification

States the product is not regulated as a Hazardous Material by DOT, IMO, or IATA.

Regulatory Considerations

Regulatory Compliance Data

Provides DOT hazard class, OSHA inhalation hazard, and NFPA/HMIS ratings.

Other Information

MSDS Revision and Disclaimer

Notes adherence to U.S. regulations and that the MSDS is subject to revision.

Overview

Function Description
Important Technical Specifications (Ink Cartridge Specific)
Usage Features (Inferred from MSDS)
Maintenance Features (Inferred from MSDS)

The provided document is a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for the Epson Ink Cartridge T096620, designed for use with the Epson Stylus Photo R2880 Printer. This document details the chemical composition, potential hazards, safety precautions, and handling instructions for the ink cartridge, rather than describing the printer itself. Therefore, a comprehensive description of the Epson Stylus Photo R2880 Printer's function, technical specifications, usage, and maintenance features cannot be fully derived from this MSDS alone. However, based on the information provided about the ink cartridge, we can infer some aspects related to its use within a printing device.

Function Description

The Epson Ink Cartridge T096620 serves as the consumable component that supplies light magenta ink to the Epson Stylus Photo R2880 Printer. Its primary function is to deliver a precisely formulated aqueous ink to the printer's print head, enabling the creation of high-quality color prints. The ink formulation is designed for photographic printing, indicated by its "light magenta" color and the "Stylus Photo" designation of the compatible printer. The cartridge is an integral part of the printing system, ensuring consistent ink delivery and color reproduction.

Important Technical Specifications (Ink Cartridge Specific)

The MSDS provides several technical specifications related to the ink formulation within the cartridge:

Ink Composition: The ink is an aqueous formulation, meaning it is water-based. It contains:
- Proprietary dyes and pigments: <2% by weight. These are responsible for the light magenta color and image formation.
- Proprietary organic materials: 10-15% by weight. These likely include various additives for ink stability, flow properties, and print quality.
- Glycerols: 20-25% by weight. Glycerols act as humectants, preventing the ink from drying out too quickly, especially in the print head nozzles.
- Water (CAS No. 7732-18-5): Balance. This is the primary solvent for the ink.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
- Appearance: Light Magenta Liquid.
- Odor: None. This indicates the ink is largely odorless under normal conditions.
- pH: 9.0-10.0. The ink is alkaline.
- Boiling point: Approximately 212°F / 100°C. This is similar to water, consistent with an aqueous formulation.
- Freezing point: Less than 32°F / 0°C. The presence of solutes (glycerols, dyes, etc.) lowers the freezing point below that of pure water.
- Melting point: Less than 32°F / 0°C.
- Flash point: Greater than 248°F / 120°C (closed cup, ASTM D3278). This indicates the ink is not easily flammable under normal conditions.
- Autoflammability: None.
- Explosive properties: None.
- Oxidizing properties: None.
- Vapor density: Greater than 1 (air = 1). This means ink vapors are heavier than air.
- Relative density: 1.07 at 68°F / 20°C. The ink is slightly denser than water.
- Solubility in water: Complete. This is crucial for an aqueous ink and for ease of cleanup.
- Solubility in fat: No data available.
- Partition coefficient: No data available.
- Viscosity: Less than 5 mPa-s. This indicates a relatively low viscosity, suitable for jetting through printer nozzles.
Stability and Reactivity:
- Stability: Stable.
- Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur.
- Hazardous decomposition products: None.
- Incompatible materials: Oxidizers and explosives. This is an important safety consideration for storage.
Toxicity Data:
- Oral LD50: > 5000 mg/kg (Rats). This indicates low acute oral toxicity.
- Dermal LD50: > 2000 mg/kg (Rats). This indicates low acute dermal toxicity.
- Inhalant LC50: Not Applicable.
- OSHA Regulated? Not Established.

Usage Features (Inferred from MSDS)

While the MSDS focuses on safety, some usage features can be inferred:

Ease of Installation: The instruction "Make sure cartridge is dry before insertion into printer housing" suggests a straightforward installation process, common for ink cartridges.
Color Printing: The "light magenta" designation confirms its role in a color printing system, specifically for photographic output where subtle color variations are important.
Environmental Compatibility: The ink is designed for use in a standard office or home environment, with no special engineering controls or personal protection required when cartridges are used as intended.
Safety in Handling: The MSDS emphasizes that the ink is generally safe for handling, with low acute toxicity via oral and dermal routes. However, direct contact with eyes or prolonged skin contact should be avoided to prevent irritation.
Storage Conditions: The cartridge should be stored out of direct sunlight and away from high or freezing temperatures to maintain ink quality and cartridge integrity. It should also be kept away from oxidizing agents or explosives.

Maintenance Features (Inferred from MSDS)

Maintenance aspects primarily relate to spill cleanup and cartridge disposal:

Spill Cleanup: In case of a spill, the ink can be wiped up with sponges, and the area rinsed with a damp cloth. Its complete solubility in water makes cleanup relatively easy. Waste should be placed in a closed container for disposal, and not disposed of to the sewer.
Cartridge Disposal: Used and unused cartridges are not classified as federal RCRA hazardous waste. Disposal should follow federal, state, and local requirements. This simplifies disposal compared to hazardous materials.
No Special Cleaning Requirements: The MSDS does not indicate any special cleaning procedures for the printer related to this ink, implying standard printer maintenance practices would apply. The aqueous nature and complete water solubility of the ink suggest that minor internal spills or residues would likely be manageable with standard cleaning agents or water.

In summary, the Epson Ink Cartridge T096620 is a stable, aqueous, light magenta ink formulation with low toxicity, designed for use in the Epson Stylus Photo R2880 Printer to produce high-quality color prints. Its properties ensure safe handling, relatively easy cleanup of spills, and straightforward disposal, contributing to a user-friendly printing experience.