So you’ve made the decision to buy a inkjet printer only you’re not sure how to buy a printer that fits for your needs. Not to fear – we’ve helped countless people choose the right printer for their lifestyle and needs. Here are some real-life questions we ask every consumer in helping them to refine their search and find the most suitable match.
2. What type of printing do you do?
This is perhaps the most important question to ask since it will point you towards a specific printing applications – that is sublimation printer vs eco-solvent Printer.
The biggest difference of the sublimation printing and eco-solvent printing is the ink and application.If you use it for the sublimation printing, you must choose the high quality sublimation ink. Of course if you use it for eco-solvent printing, you should choose the eco-solvent ink. Then you will fine it equipped the expand eco-solvent ink set.
3. What are the operating costs?
Printer manufacturers make a substantial operating profit from their consumables divisions. They want you to purchase a printer that will make them the highest profit as soon as you run dry. We assume you, like most of our clients are interested in a good quality printer that will also not have extremely high operating costs down the road.
That said, the only way to really ensure you have an economical printer is to calculate the total cost of ownership. This is done by calculating how many printer cartridges you will need each year (based on their yield) and multiplying by how many years you plan to keep the printer and then by the purchase price of each cartridge. Finally, add the purchase price of the printer. This will give you a number that you can compare across different printers. Printers that use cartridges that can be refilled or for which we carry a compatible product can help you find the most economical printer for your needs.
We also recommend you check the cartridge yield in relation to the amount of printing you do on a monthly basis (this is known as the monthly duty cycle). You’ll want to ensure the printer you buy can adequately handle the amount of printing you do.
4. Do you need a single function printer or a multifunction (MFP) / “all-in-one”?
Multifunction or all-in-one printers have become increasingly and refer to printers that are capable of more than one basic function (ie. scanning, copying, printing and faxing) – thus serving multiple needs.
In addition to the basic functionality, printers have an increasing set of features such as scan to email, scan to PDF, duplex printing (automatic printing on two sides of each sheet). They also have an ever increasing amount of interfaces (methods of communicating with the printer).
5. What type of interface is needed?
For Apple users, you may be interested in WiFi enabled AirPrint interface printers. AirPrint enabled WiFi printers allow for instant printing from certain models of the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch without the need to install drivers or download software.
6. How Big a Printer Are You Comfortable With?
Make sure to check the printer’s physical size and footprint. Some can fit on a desk while others are stand-alone items. Be sure to pick one that fits the space available.
7. Is speed a consideration?
In general, it is if you print large documents in high quantities or if you print a significant number of documents. The more you use the printer the faster you want it to be. Laser printers tend to be faster than inkjets so if you’re printing long documents such as legal documents, you will likely be looking for a laser printer.
Okay, that's all! These all above are my share about the methods of choosing a perfect inkjet printer. If you have any other needs or questions welcome to contact us at any time. We will provide you the best quality product and service. Hope my article can be useful to you. Thank you for your reading.
