EPSON SJIC42P-C C4000 Cyan Ink

In high-quality color label printing, every color must pull its weight—especially cyan, which plays a vital role in producing rich, sharp, and eye-catching visuals. The Epson SJIC42P-C Cyan Ink Cartridge delivers reliable, professional-grade results tailored for the ColorWorks C4000e (Gloss), Epson’s advanced desktop label printer designed for mission-critical applications across industries.

Featuring pigment-based ink and a 50 ml cartridge volume, the Epson SJIC42P-C Cyan Ink Cartridge offers bold, water-resistant, and smudge-proof cyan output on a variety of media types. Whether you’re printing barcodes, color-coded tags, product labels, or branding elements, this cartridge ensures superior durability and color clarity—especially when printing on glossy label media.

Optimized for Epson’s proprietary Micro Piezo inkjet technology, this ink cartridge forms a vital link in maintaining the C4000e’s precision print performance. Businesses in industries such as pharmaceuticals, logistics, manufacturing, food & beverage, and retail rely on the Epson SJIC42P-C Cyan Ink Cartridge to produce consistent, vibrant cyan output without compromise.

Designed Exclusively for the ColorWorks C4000e (Gloss)

The Epson Epson SJIC42P-C Cyan Ink Cartridge is engineered for use exclusively with the ColorWorks C4000e Gloss variant. The C4000e printer itself is one of Epson’s most compact and efficient full-color label printers, featuring pigment-based ink technology, fast output, and impressive resolution (up to 1200 dpi).

Unlike dye-based inks, which can bleed or fade under exposure to water, UV, or chemicals, Epson’s pigment ink stays bonded to the surface. The cyan color in this cartridge is specially formulated to work on gloss-coated label media, giving it a vivid, polished finish and exceptional resistance to moisture and abrasion.

Why Choose Pigment-Based Cyan Ink for Label Printing?

The difference between dye and pigment-based inks is critical in the professional labeling world. Dye ink dissolves in liquid and absorbs into the media, whereas pigment ink contains tiny solid color particles that sit on top of the label surface. This makes it vastly more durable.

The Epson SJIC42P-C Cyan Ink Cartridge pigment-based formula ensures:

• Fade resistance – Important for labels exposed to sunlight or UV

• Smudge and smear resistance – Ideal for high-speed handling or automated packaging lines

• Water and chemical resistance – Especially useful in refrigerated or outdoor environments

• Sharp text and graphic definition – Ensures readability and color integrity even at small sizes

The cyan pigment specifically enhances the vibrancy and balance of color mixes, helping to achieve accurate brand colors and clear images in multi-color prints.

Performance Under Pressure: Industrial-Level Quality

The Epson Epson SJIC42P-C Cyan Ink Cartridge is not just a cyan cartridge—it’s a performance product built for environments that demand reliability. Every drop of ink is dispensed with precision, thanks to Epson’s thermal-free print head technology, which works without applying heat and results in less degradation over time.

This ensures predictable color output, even on long production runs. Businesses using the ColorWorks C4000e often face high-volume labeling cycles where downtime or inconsistency can cost time and money. The Epson SJIC42P-C Cyan Ink Cartridge delivers peace of mind by offering:

• Consistent output volume over the entire cartridge lifespan

• High print sharpness on both synthetic and paper-based gloss labels

• Fast-drying ink, reducing bottlenecks in workflows involving cutting, rewinding, or packaging

Whether printing 1 or 1,000 labels, you can count on the same level of color fidelity and drying speed every time.

Cartridge Design: Practical, Efficient, and Smart

Efficiency and usability are key when you’re managing fast-paced production lines or multi-department printing environments. The Epson SJIC42P-C Cyan Ink Cartridge is designed with clean, easy handling in mind:

• 50 ml of pigment ink gives you a large volume of printing before replacement is required

• Compact form factor allows quick replacement with no mess

• Smart cartridge recognition ensures the printer correctly identifies cyan and tracks ink levels in real-time

• Error prevention via color-coded and keyed design avoids misinstallation

This makes maintenance simple and minimizes training time for new operators or less-experienced users. There’s no need to stop operations for lengthy replacement procedures—just pop out the empty and click in the full cartridge, and printing resumes immediately.

Color Accuracy for Brand and Compliance Standards

In industries like cosmetics, food and beverage, and pharmaceuticals, color accuracy is about more than aesthetics—it’s a matter of compliance, safety, and branding. The Epson SJIC42P-C Cyan Ink Cartridge ensures that the cyan element in your CMYK printing is:

• Precisely matched to design profiles

• Consistently applied throughout long production cycles

• Reliable across different media types and label finishes

Thanks to Epson’s advanced color calibration and print head precision, even fine gradients, logos, and brand palettes reproduce faithfully.

Compatible Media and Applications

The Epson Epson SJIC42P-C Cyan Ink Cartridge performs optimally on glossy synthetic media, but also works well on other high-quality substrates. Common use cases include:

• Color-coded safety or hazard labels

• Product packaging for shelf appeal

• Retail price or promo tags with branding

• Color badges, identification labels, and wristbands

• Healthcare labels requiring readability and permanence

This versatility ensures the cartridge is a reliable choice for a wide range of applications across multiple departments and industries.

Sustainability and Environmental Responsibility

Epson SJIC42P-C Cyan Ink Cartridge series, including the cyan variant, aligns with the company’s commitment to sustainable and responsible manufacturing. These cartridges are:

• Free from harmful substances (RoHS compliant)

• Made using recyclable plastic components

• Thermal-free, reducing overall energy use in operation

• Compact and low-waste, contributing to efficient packaging and logistics

Additionally, Epson provides return programs in many regions to help customers recycle used cartridges responsibly, contributing to a lower environmental footprint.

Specifications

• Model: Epson SJIC42P-C

• Part Number: C13T52M240

• Color: Cyan

• Ink Type: Pigment-based

• Finish: Gloss-compatible

• Cartridge Volume: 50 ml

• Printer Compatibility: Epson ColorWorks C4000e (Gloss version)

• Durability:

  • Water-resistant

  • Smudge-proof

  • Fade-resistant

  • Chemical-resistant (varies by media)

• Print Head Compatibility: Epson Micro Piezo (thermal-free)

• Smart Features: Ink level monitoring, keyed installation

• Environmental Compliance: RoHS

• Media Types:

  • Gloss-coated synthetic labels

  • Paper-based gloss labels

• Applications:

  • Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Logistics, F&B

• Yield: Varies by label size and coverage

• Operating Conditions: 15–35°C recommended

• Storage Life: 24 months (unopened)