Description
Canon PFI-5100 LUCIA PRO II Matte Black Ink Tank (14.4mL): Deep, Dense Blacks for Matte Media
The Canon PFI-5100 LUCIA PRO II Matte Black Ink Tank (14.4mL) is a cornerstone component of Canon’s advanced LUCIA PRO II pigment ink system, specifically engineered to deliver exceptionally deep, rich, and consistent blacks on matte, fine art, and other non-glossy paper types with your compatible Canon imagePROGRAF PRO series printer. This Matte Black ink is meticulously formulated to maximize density and detail in dark areas, ensuring your prints achieve stunning contrast and archival stability when printed on appropriate media.
Key Features & Benefits of LUCIA PRO II Matte Black Ink:
- Optimized for Matte Media: Unlike Photo Black ink which excels on glossy surfaces, the LUCIA PRO II Matte Black ink is specifically designed to adhere and penetrate matte and fine art papers perfectly. This results in superior ink laydown, significantly higher black density, and consistent tonality on non-reflective surfaces.
- Denser & Richer Blacks on Matte Papers: This ink’s unique formulation ensures that black areas on matte media are profoundly deep and rich, providing exceptional contrast and helping to define sharp edges and intricate details in the darkest parts of your image. This is crucial for impactful black and white prints and adding depth to color images on matte stock.
- Enhanced Detail & Tonal Reproduction: By achieving optimal black density, the Matte Black ink contributes to improved detail retention in shadow areas, preventing them from becoming muddy or crushed. This also aids in rendering smooth tonal gradations, particularly in monochrome prints.
- Reduced Bronzing & Metamerism (on matte): While Chroma Optimizer addresses gloss uniformities on glossy media, the Matte Black ink’s formulation inherently works to minimize any appearance of bronzing or metamerism on matte surfaces, ensuring consistent visual appearance under different lighting conditions.
- Exceptional Print Longevity: Formulated with advanced pigment technology, the PFI-5100 ink offers significantly improved lightfastness and resistance to environmental factors like humidity and ozone. This translates into prints that maintain their original vibrancy and tonal accuracy for generations, making them suitable for museum-quality archival purposes.
- Optimized for Canon imagePROGRAF PRO Series: This ink tank is specifically designed to work in perfect synergy with Canon’s imagePROGRAF PRO series printers, leveraging their advanced print head technology for precise ink droplet placement and optimal performance within the complete LUCIA PRO II ink set.
- Convenient 14.4mL Capacity: The 14.4mL ink tank provides a practical volume for regular professional printing needs, offering an efficient balance for studios and individual creators.
The Canon PFI-5100 LUCIA PRO II Matte Black Ink Tank (14.4mL) is more than just an ink; it’s a vital element for professionals who demand the absolute best in their matte and fine art prints. It empowers you to create stunning, archival-quality images with unparalleled black density, contrast, and enduring beauty, ensuring your artistic vision is perfectly realized on your chosen media.
