EcoTank L3280 Printer
An Epson ink tank printer identified by the L3280 model, intended for users comparing tank-based printers and…
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Compare EcoTank L3280 Printer EcoTank L3168 Printer
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models EcoTank L3280 Printer and EcoTank L3168 Printer within the same category.
EcoTank L3168 Printer
A multifunction colour ink tank printer for printing, copying and scanning, with Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct, ISO s…
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| Specification | EcoTank L3280 Printer | EcoTank L3168 Printer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Features | ||
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy | Print, Scan, Copy |
| LCD Display | 1.44-inch / 3.7 cm color LCD | 1.44-inch / 3.7 cm color LCD |
| Control Panel | — | 1.44-inch color LCD control panel |
| Quiet Mode | — | Yes |
| Printer Specifications | ||
| تقنية الطباعة | Epson Micro Piezo | Epson Micro Piezo |
| Printing | ||
| Print Colors | 4 | 4 |
| Ink System | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Maximum Print Resolution | 5760 x 1440 dpi | 5760 × 1440 dpi |
| Duplex Printing | Manual | Manual |
| Borderless Printing | Up to 10 x 15 | Up to 10 x 15 |
| Paper size | A4 | Legal |
| Print Margins | 3 mm | 0 on supported borderless sizes; minimum 3 on all sides for bordered printing mm |
| Ink | ||
| Ink Technology | Dye Ink | Dye Ink |
| Included Black Ink Yield | 8100 pages | 4500 pages |
| Included Color Ink Yield | 6500 pages | 7500 pages |
| Standard Black Ink Bottle | 103 EcoTank Black, C13T00S14A, 65 ml | Epson 004 Black |
| Standard Colour Ink Bottles | Epson 103 EcoTank Cyan, Magenta and Yellow ink bottles, 65 ml each | Epson 004 Cyan, Epson 004 Magenta, Epson 004 Yellow |
| Replacement Black Ink Bottle Yield | 4500 pages | 4500 pages |
| Performance | ||
| Print Speed Black | 33 ppm | 33 ppm |
| Maximum Print Speed Color | 15 ppm | 15 ppm |
| ISO Print Speed Black | 10 ppm | 10 ppm |
| ISO Print Speed Color | 5 ppm | 5 ppm |
| 10×15 cm Photo Print Speed | 69 sec | 69 sec |
| Print Head | ||
| Black Nozzles | 180 | 180 |
| Nozzles Per Color | 59 | 59 |
| Minimum Droplet Size | 3 pl | 3 pl |
| Copy | ||
| ISO Copy Speed Black | 7.7 ipm | 7.7 ipm |
| Copy Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom | — | 25-400 % |
| Maximum Copy Size | — | Legal |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed Contact Image Sensor (CIS) | Flatbed color image scanner |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 x 2400 dpi | 1200 dpi |
| Maximum Scan Area | — | 21.6 x 29.7 cm |
| Scan Output Formats | BMP, JPEG, PICT, TIFF, PDF, PNG | — |
| Flatbed Scan Speed | — | Black: 11; Colour: 28 sec |
| Scanner Sensor Type | CIS | CIS |
| Scanner Colour Bit Depth | 48-bit input / 24-bit output bit | 48: input : 24- output bit |
| Scanner Grayscale Bit Depth | 16-bit input / 8-bit output bit | 16- input/8- output bit |
| Scanner Black and White Bit Depth | 16-bit input / 1-bit output bit | 16- input/1- output bit |
| Colour Scanning | Yes | Yes |
| Monochrome Scanning | Yes | Yes |
| Scanner Compatibility | — | TWAIN, WIA, ICA |
| Maximum Scan Resolution | — | 9600 dpi |
| Hardware Scan Resolution | — | 1200 x 2400 dpi |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing Services | Epson Connect (iPrint, Email Print, Remote Print Driver), Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service | Apple AirPrint, Epson Email Print, Epson iPrint Mobile App, Epson WeChat Mini Program Printing, Google Cloud Print, Remote Print Driver |
| Interfaces | USB, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct | Hi-Speed USB 2.0, Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Network Protocols | — | IPP, LPD, PORT9100, TCP/IPv4, TCP/IPv6, WSD |
| Supported OS | Mac OS X 10.6.8 or later; Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista; Windows XP Professional x64 Edition SP2 or later; Windows XP SP3 or later (32-bit); Windows Server 2003 SP2 or later, 2003 R2, 2008 (32/64-bit), 2008 R2, 2012 (64-bit), 2012 R2, 2016 | Windows XP Professional SP2 64-bit, Windows XP SP3 32-bit, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 32/64-bit, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Mac OS X 10.6.8 through 10.13.x |
| Email Print | Yes | Yes |
| Network Management Tools | — | APIPA, BOOTP, DDNS, DHCP, HTTP, LLTD, mDNS, PING, SLP, SNMP, WSD |
| Wireless Standards | — | IEEE 802.11b/g/n |
| Compatibility | ||
| Chromebook Native Print | — | Yes |
| Paper Handling | ||
| Paper Input Capacity | 100 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Paper Output Capacity | 30 sheets | 30 sheets |
| Paper Trays | 1 tray | 1 tray |
| Supported Paper Weight | 64–300 g/m² | Plain: 64-90; Premium Glossy: 102-300 g/m² |
| Rear Paper Feed | Yes | Yes |
| Photo Paper Capacity | — | 20 sheets |
| Standard Tray Media Types | Plain paper, Epson photo paper, and envelopes | — |
| Premium Glossy Photo Paper Output Capacity | — | 20 sheets |
| Standard Paper Tray Capacity | 100 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Dimensions | ||
| Width | 375 mm | 375 mm |
| Depth | 347 mm | 347 mm |
| Height | 179 mm | 179 mm |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 4.1 kg | 4 kg |
| Printer Colour | Black | — |
| Power | ||
| Supply Voltage | 100–240 V | 220-240 V |
| Frequency | 50-60 Hz | 50-60 Hz |
| Ready Mode Power | 4.5 W | 4.3 W |
| Sleep Mode Power | 0.7 W | 0.7 W |
| Power Off Consumption | 0.2 W | 0.3 W |
| Standalone Copying Power Consumption | 12 W | 12 W |
| ENERGY STAR Support | — | Yes |
| Copying Power Consumption | — | 12 W |
| Printer | ||
| Printer Category | Home, Home Office | Desktop |
| Printer Language | ESC/P-R | ESC/P-R (Non-PC), ESC/P Raster |
| Product SKU | C11CJ66426 | — |
| Software | ||
| Desktop Printing and Scanning Software | Epson Printer Driver, Epson Scan 2 | — |
| Environment | ||
| Operating Temperature | 10–35 °C | 10-35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 20–80 % | 20-80 % |
| Storage Temperature | -20–40 °C | -20-40 °C |
| Storage Humidity | 5–85 % | 5-85 % |
| Noise | ||
| Printing Sound Pressure | — | 51 dB(A) |
| Package Contents | ||
| Package Contents | Main unit, 4 x 65 ml individual ink bottles (Black, Cyan, Yellow, Magenta), 1 extra black ink bottle, power cable, setup guide, warranty document | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose EcoTank L3280 Printer if you need:
- Print Margins: 3 mm vs 0 on supported borderless sizes; minimum 3 on all sides for bordered printing mm
- Included Black Ink Yield: 8100 pages vs 4500 pages
- Standard Black Ink Bottle: 103 EcoTank Black, C13T00S14A, 65 ml vs Epson 004 Black
- Supported OS: Mac OS X 10.6.8 or later; Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista; Windows XP Professional x64 Edition SP2 or later; Windows XP SP3 or later (32-bit); Windows Server 2003 SP2 or later, 2003 R2, 2008 (32/64-bit), 2008 R2, 2012 (64-bit), 2012 R2, 2016 vs Windows XP Professional SP2 64-bit, Windows XP SP3 32-bit, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 32/64-bit, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Mac OS X 10.6.8 through 10.13.x
Choose EcoTank L3168 Printer if you need:
- Mobile Printing Services: Apple AirPrint, Epson Email Print, Epson iPrint Mobile App, Epson WeChat Mini Program Printing, Google Cloud Print, Remote Print Driver vs Epson Connect (iPrint, Email Print, Remote Print Driver), Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service
- Supported Paper Weight: Plain: 64-90; Premium Glossy: 102-300 g/m² vs 64–300 g/m²
- Supply Voltage: 220-240 V vs 100–240 V
- Power Off Consumption: 0.3 W vs 0.2 W
There is no clear technical winner between EcoTank L3280 Printer and EcoTank L3168 Printer; the key decision axis is Print Margins. They share Printer Functions and LCD Display. Review the choice points above, then confirm availability before buying.
What is the difference between EcoTank L3280 Printer and EcoTank L3168 Printer?
EcoTank L3280 Printer and EcoTank L3168 Printer share a close technical baseline, notably Printer Functions, LCD Display, تقنية الطباعة.
The main decisive differences: Print Margins (EcoTank L3280 Printer: 3 mm, EcoTank L3168 Printer: 0 on supported borderless sizes; minimum 3 on all sides for bordered printing mm); Included Black Ink Yield (EcoTank L3280 Printer: 8100 pages, EcoTank L3168 Printer: 4500 pages); Standard Black Ink Bottle (EcoTank L3280 Printer: 103 EcoTank Black, C13T00S14A, 65 ml, EcoTank L3168 Printer: Epson 004 Black); Mobile Printing Services (EcoTank L3280 Printer: Epson Connect (iPrint, Email Print, Remote Print Driver), Apple AirPrint, Mopria Print Service, EcoTank L3168 Printer: Apple AirPrint, Epson Email Print, Epson iPrint Mobile App, Epson WeChat Mini Program Printing, Google Cloud Print, Remote Print Driver); Supported OS (EcoTank L3280 Printer: Mac OS X 10.6.8 or later; Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista; Windows XP Professional x64 Edition SP2 or later; Windows XP SP3 or later (32-bit); Windows Server 2003 SP2 or later, 2003 R2, 2008 (32/64-bit), 2008 R2, 2012 (64-bit), 2012 R2, 2016, EcoTank L3168 Printer: Windows XP Professional SP2 64-bit, Windows XP SP3 32-bit, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 32/64-bit, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Mac OS X 10.6.8 through 10.13.x).
In practice, EcoTank L3280 Printer suits needs centered on Print Margins, while EcoTank L3168 Printer fits priorities around Mobile Printing Services. Review the specs table above before deciding.
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Nearby alternatives currently available for EcoTank L3280 Printer: Epson EcoTank L3250 Printer ($145.00) · Epson EcoTank L5290 Printer ($240.00) · Epson EcoTank L3350 Printer ($145.00).
Nearby alternatives currently available for EcoTank L3168 Printer: Epson EcoTank L5290 Printer ($240.00) · Epson EcoTank L3250 Printer ($145.00) · Epson EcoTank L15150 Printer ($825.00).
Suitable alternatives to EcoTank L3280 Printer and EcoTank L3168 Printer are available at EvoLink in Damascus, with shipping to all Syrian governorates.
Address: Syria, Damascus, Halbouni, Musalam Barudi street, Building 1020, 1st floor.
Contact: +963 96 44 007 44 or via WhatsApp.