Epson DURABrite Ultra pigment inks deliver outstanding image quality with crisp, clear, easy-to-read text, barcodes and vibrant graphics that last for a long time and are smudge and water resistant even on plain paper. Smudge-resistant prints Like all Epson inks, DURABrite Ultra pigment ink uses a fast-drying formula. Epson prints can be touched immediately after printing and beyond without the risk of smudging. Customers can touch the prints without fear of damaging them. Fade-resistant prints DURABrite Ultra pigment inks have a higher lightfastness than photo lab prints and do not fade as quickly as many competitors, even on plain paper. With DURABrite Ultra, color prints are durable for generations. Water-resistant prints The water-resistant properties of DURABrite Ultra pigment ink prevent accidental damage from moisture and spills.Many competing printers use a water-resistant pigment black but dye-based color inks. DURABrite Ultra Pigment Ink uses pigment-based black and color inks and offers water-resistant properties on all supported papers, including plain paper.