Epson 520 Ink
WorkForce 520 Ink Cartridges

Epson 520 Printer Review

The Epson WorkForce 520 is a color inkjet printer that was designed for home offices. Small offices could also get usage out of this machine, but the low-yielding printer ink will make for an expensive cost per page if the 520 is used on a daily basis. This machine can handle various tasks, as it is a multi-functioning device. However, one of the most appealing features is the ability to print lab-quality photos.

The copy machine can make 99 copies from one original and can reduce an image down to 25% or increase it up to 400% the actual size. The scanner has a 48-bit internal color depth and can create an interpolated resolution of 9600x9600 dpi. It is a flatbed surface, allowing thicker documents to be scanner or copied. The 520 also has a scan-to-email feature. The fax machine can has 60 speed dials and a 180-page memory. It operates with a 33.6 kbps transmission speed, which sends and receives faxes in less than 3 seconds. This device can also serve as a stand-alone fax machine if needed.

Extensive testing has allowed Epson to make the 520 as environmentally friendly as possible, earning the Energy Star qualification. Though the standard yields of the WorkForce 520 ink cartridges are a low 265 pages, high-capacity options are available that print more than twice the amount of pages. A resolution of 1200 dpi can be created using the cyan, magenta, yellow or black Epson 520 ink. This unit is fairly new to the market, but replacement WorkForce 520 ink can be found online from various vendors.

There is an LCD display to easily switch between functions and manage print jobs. This display will also provide users with a warning when the time to replace the Epson 520 ink cartridges approaches. The USB, ethernet and wireless connections as well as the compatibility with all operating systems make the 520 an easy fit in any home.