Genuine Epson S041914 Enhanced Matte Paper - Letter 8.5"x11" - 192 g/m² - 103 Brightness - 94% Opacity - 250 Sheets
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Product Features
Technical Overview
The technical profile of Epson Enhanced Matte Paper centers on its print-enhancing physical properties. The 192 g/m² grammage provides a durable, heavyweight feel that resists curling and supports double-sided printing without show-through, while the 10.30 mil (0.26 mm) thickness adds rigidity for handling and framing.
With a brightness rating of 103 and 94% opacity, the paper ensures high contrast and deep color saturation, making blacks appear richer and whites brighter. The matte finish diffuses light to reduce glare, which is particularly beneficial for viewing under various lighting conditions without distracting reflections.
Relevant factors for this section include Sheet Standard, Sheet Size, Grammage, Color Family. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
Epson Enhanced Matte Paper offers distinct advantages for users seeking professional print quality without the gloss of traditional photo paper. The matte surface minimizes glare, making it easier to read text and view images in brightly lit environments, while still delivering high-resolution detail and color accuracy.
Superior Ink Absorption
The paper's coating is designed for inkjet technology, ensuring efficient ink spray adherence that results in crisp edges, vibrant hues, and minimal drying time.
- Reduces ink bleed
- Enhances color fidelity
- Speeds up print cycles
Professional Presentation
With its heavyweight construction and matte finish, this paper lends a premium tactile feel to documents, ideal for client-facing materials, portfolios, and archival prints.
- 192 g/m² weight for durability
- Glare-free viewing
- Suitable for framing
Deployment / Use Cases
Epson Enhanced Matte Paper is versatile enough for both creative and business applications. Its high brightness and opacity make it excellent for photographic prints, art reproductions, and design portfolios where color accuracy and detail are paramount, without the reflective sheen of glossy paper.
In office environments, it is well-suited for professional reports, presentations, brochures, and marketing collateral that benefit from a sophisticated, non-glare finish. The Letter size aligns with standard document formats, ensuring compatibility with most inkjet printers for everyday printing needs.
Creative & Artistic Printing
Ideal for photographers and artists who need museum-quality prints with true-to-life colors and a matte aesthetic that avoids reflections in display settings.
Business & Office Documents
Perfect for creating polished reports, proposals, and handouts that require a professional appearance with easy readability under office lighting.
Highlights
- Optimized for inkjet printers with efficient liquid ink absorption
- Matte finish reduces glare and gloss for comfortable viewing
- 103 brightness rating ensures vibrant, high-contrast prints
- 94% opacity prevents show-through on double-sided printing
- 192 g/m² heavyweight grammage for durable, professional feel
- Letter size (8.5"x11") compatible with standard office printers
- 250-sheet pack provides ample supply for high-volume needs
- White color offers a neutral base for accurate color reproduction
- Manufactured in Japan with consistent quality standards
- 10.30 mil thickness adds rigidity and reduces curling
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Epson Corporation |
| Manufacturer Part Number | S041914 |
| Brand Name | Epson |
| Product Name | Enhanced Matte Paper |
| Packaged Quantity | 250 Sheet |
| Product Type | Matte Paper |
| Product Information | |
| Sheet Standard | Letter |
| Sheet Size | 8 1/2" (215.90 mm) x 11" (279.40 mm) |
| Grammage | 192 g/m² |
| Sheet Thickness | 10.30 mil (0.26 mm) |
| Print Technology | Inkjet |
| Surface Finish | Matte |
| Brightness | 103 |
| Opacity Percentage | 94% |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | White |
| Product Color | White |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
FAQ
What printers is this Epson Enhanced Matte Paper compatible with?
This paper is designed for inkjet printers. It works with any inkjet printer that supports Letter-size (8.5"x11") media. The matte surface is optimized for liquid ink absorption, ensuring compatibility with most inkjet models from Epson and other brands for high-quality printing.
How does the matte finish benefit my prints compared to glossy paper?
The matte finish reduces glare and reflections, making prints easier to view under various lighting conditions without distracting shine. It provides a professional, non-reflective appearance ideal for documents, photographs, and artwork where a subdued, elegant look is preferred over high gloss.
What is the brightness rating of 103, and why does it matter?
Brightness measures how much light the paper reflects, on a scale where higher numbers indicate whiter, brighter paper. A rating of 103 means this paper reflects a high amount of light, resulting in enhanced contrast and more vibrant colors, making blacks appear deeper and whites more brilliant in your prints.
Can I use this paper for double-sided printing?
Yes, the 94% opacity and 192 g/m² weight make this paper suitable for double-sided printing. The high opacity minimizes ink show-through from the opposite side, while the heavyweight construction reduces transparency, ensuring clean, professional results on both sides without distracting shadows.
What is the pack quantity, and is it sufficient for my needs?
This product comes in a 250-sheet pack. It provides a substantial supply for moderate to high-volume printing tasks, such as office reports, photo batches, or marketing materials. The quantity balances cost-effectiveness with convenience, reducing the frequency of reorders for most users.
Where is this Epson Enhanced Matte Paper manufactured?
This paper is manufactured in Japan. Production in Japan is associated with stringent quality control and advanced paper-making techniques, ensuring consistent performance, precise coating, and reliable results across all 250 sheets in the pack.