What Ink Does the Epson EcoTank ET-2760 Use?
Last Updated:The Epson EcoTank ET-2760 uses Epson 502 ink refill bottles (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) — no cartridges. A single set provides up to 2 years of typical home printing.
CastleScore · October 2026
86/100 — Highly Recommended
Epson EcoTank ET-2760
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | 86 | 4.40★ average across 8,089 ratings at Amazon (4.4), Best Buy (4.4) |
| Expert reviews (18%) | 80 | PCMag 4.0/5 |
| Cost per page (24%) | 99 | About 0.3¢ per page blended (black + color) with our compatible 502 bottles (7,500 black / 6,000 color pages). |
| Reliability (13%) | 86 | Most-reported problems: reliability: printer stopped working; 'Ink pad needs service' error stops the printer after a couple of years |
| Features (12%) | 64 | Print, copy, scan, auto two-sided printing, Wi-Fi. No document feeder, no fax, no touchscreen. |
| Value (5%) | 92 | Running cost and owner satisfaction |
Discontinued. Epson lists the EcoTank ET-2850 as its replacement, and it takes the same Epson 502 bottles. New ET-2760s now turn up mainly through third-party sellers or as refurbished units.
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The ink bottles, pictured
502 Bottles 4-packOur own compatible ink bottles, photographed in-house.
Ink Bottles at a Glance
| Bottle | Color | Yield |
|---|---|---|
| T502120-S | Black | ~7,500 pages |
| T502220-S | Cyan | ~6,000 pages |
| T502320-S | Magenta | ~6,000 pages |
| T502420-S | Yellow | ~6,000 pages |
The similar-looking ET-2720 takes Epson 522 bottles in the U.S., not 502. The Epson 502 bottles fit the EcoTank ET-2700, ET-2750, ET-3700, ET-3710, ET-3750, ET-3760, ET-4750 and ET-4760.
How to Refill the Epson EcoTank ET-2760
- Open the ink tank cover on the front-right of the printer.
- Unlock the colored cap for the empty tank.
- Hold the matching 502 bottle upright above the tank and let it auto-fill until it stops.
- Re-cap the empty bottle and close the tank cap.
- Repeat for each empty color, then close the cover. Reset the ink levels if the printer asks.
Troubleshooting Tips
"Refill ink" message persists: Reset the ink levels in the printer menu after refilling.
Faded prints: Run a nozzle check and, if it shows gaps, a print head cleaning from the printer's maintenance settings.
Bottle keys won't unlock the tank: Use only Epson 502 bottles — they're keyed to prevent the wrong ink color.
Air bubbles in the tube: Run a head cleaning cycle to clear lines after a refill.
What EcoTank ET-2760 owners ask
These are the questions that come up most for this printer on retailer Q&A pages, Epson's support pages and owner reviews, answered in our words.
Can I drain the ink tanks before moving the printer or switching ink?
Epson advises against it. Draining is messy, and the printer needs some ink in the system to work.
Why did the ink in the box run out sooner than the bottle yields suggest?
Part of the starter ink is used to fill the ink delivery system during setup, so the first set gives fewer pages than a replacement bottle.
Can I use sublimation or heat-transfer ink in it?
Epson says the ET-2760 isn't designed for sublimation and doesn't work reliably with non-genuine inks of that kind. Owners who tried it reported blank or patchy output.
Can it print on 11x17 or 13x19 paper?
No. The paper path is letter-width. Epson lists a maximum of 8.5 x 47.2 inches, so it handles legal and long banners but not tabloid or 13x19.
What does "ink pad needs service" mean?
The internal waste-ink pad counter has reached its limit. Refilling the tanks won't clear it; the printer needs Epson service.
EcoTank ET-2760 quirks worth knowing
- The 502 black bottle holds 127 mL against 70 mL for each color, which is why black is rated at about 7,500 pages and the colors at about 6,000.
- It prints on both sides automatically (6.0 pages per minute black, 4.0 color), which is unusual for an entry-level EcoTank.
- There is no document feeder and no paper cassette. Paper loads from the rear (100 sheets), the scanner is a flatbed only, and the screen is a small 1.44-inch display.
- Epson lists a known issue where the Windows 11 installer stalls during setup (Epson article wa00981). Check it before you assume the printer is faulty.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the ET-2760 use cartridges? No — it uses 502 refill bottles.
How long does a set last? Epson rates each bottle at about 7,500 pages for black and 6,000 for each color. For typical home printing, that is up to 2 years.
Can I use other Epson ink? No — only Epson 502 bottles fit this tank.
Will third-party 502 bottles work? Yes. There are no cartridge chips; the printer tracks ink with a counter you reset after refilling, and we found no firmware lockout of third-party ink. Epson does say non-genuine inks may not work reliably, so buy from a seller that stands behind its bottles.
What if the tank overflows? Wipe with a lint-free cloth and continue normally.
Other printers that use Epson 502 bottles
Epson EcoTank ET-2750 · Epson EcoTank ET-4750 · Epson EcoTank ET-4760 · Epson EcoTank ET-2980 · Epson EcoTank ET-4950 · Epson EcoTank ET-3843 · Epson EcoTank ET-3950 · Epson EcoTank ET-2850
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Replacing it? Our highest-rated alternatives
- Epson EcoTank ET-2980 — CastleScore 90
- Epson EcoTank ET-2850 — CastleScore 86
- Epson WorkForce Pro WF-3820 — CastleScore 80
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