Epson WF-7610 Clogged Printhead? How to Choose the Right Ink and Tools for Artwork Printing

Question:

I have an Epson WF-7610 printer that’s become severely clogged after using pigment ink. I followed along with some of your YouTube videos to try to clean it—though I didn’t use one of your kits—and unfortunately, it’s now in even worse shape. I couldn’t find a replacement printhead on your site, and the ones I’ve found on Amazon have bad reviews. I did find a company called Digiprint Supplies that claims to sell new ones, and I’m considering ordering from them. While I wait for it to arrive, I want to know what type of ink you recommend for creating high-quality art prints for resale and what tools I should get from BCH to keep the new printhead clean and clog-free moving forward.

Answer:

🖨️ About Your Epson WF-7610 Clogging Issue

You’re absolutely right to refer to pigment ink as “dreaded” in this context. Epson printers like the WF-7610 use a micro-piezo printhead design that is very prone to clogging—especially with pigment ink, which dries quickly and contains solid particles. If you attempted to clean the printhead without using the appropriate tools (like a pressure-regulated flush system or sealed soaking tray), it’s not uncommon for the clog to worsen.

Unfortunately, the reality of the printhead market is that most “new” printheads sold online—especially on sites like Amazon—are often reclaimed from junked printers or damaged in handling. This is why we don’t currently carry WF-7610 printheads: sourcing genuine, unused ones is extremely difficult.

That said, Digiprint Supplies is one of the more reputable vendors we’ve heard of when it comes to sourcing authentic Epson parts. If you choose to order from them, that’s likely your best shot at a fresh, functional replacement.

🎨 Choosing the Right Ink for Artwork Printing

Because you’re creating artwork for resale, your priorities will be color vibrancy, print longevity, and minimizing future clogs. Here are two strong ink options, depending on your needs:

✅ Best for Vibrancy and Printhead Health: BCH Archival Dye Ink

• Why: It’s less prone to clogging than pigment ink, making it gentler on Epson printheads.

• Pros: Bold, vivid colors with smooth blending—great for art prints.

• Cons: Not water-resistant. You can counter this by laminating prints or using a spray sealant.

💧 Best for Water Resistance: BCH Pro Series Pigment Ink

• Why: It’s a specially formulated pigment ink designed to reduce clogging.

• Pros: Waterproof and fade-resistant—excellent for unframed prints or outdoor displays.

• Cons: Still more likely to clog than dye ink, so you’ll need consistent maintenance.

🧰 Tools You Should Get for Long-Term Maintenance

To prevent future issues and protect your investment in a new printhead, we recommend the following:

1. BCH Printhead Cleaning & Maintenance Kit

• Includes flush tools, adapter tips, and safe cleaning fluid.

• Helps clear blockages without risking printhead damage.

• Ideal for monthly maintenance or early signs of clogging.

2. Capping Station Purge Tool

• Connects to the waste line and lets you gently pull fluid through the printhead.

• Great for checking nozzle health or doing safe fluid flushes.

3. BCH Cleaning Fluids

• No. 9 Cleaner (for dye or general cleaning) or Pigment Flush (for dissolving pigment clogs).

• Useful for soaking the printhead during downtime or storage.

• Can be used with a foam pad tray under the printhead for long-term moisture retention.

4. Foam Pad Soaking Tray (Optional)

• Prevents nozzle dryout if the printer will be unused for extended periods.

• Just place the head over a lint-free pad soaked in cleaning fluid when not in use.

📦 Recommended Setup for Your WF-7610

If you’re planning a full refresh of your printer setup, here’s what we’d recommend from BCH:

• BCH Cleaning Kit for Epson Printheads [https://bchtechnologies.com]

• BCH Pigment Flush or No. 9 Cleaner (depending on ink choice)

• BCH Archival Dye Ink Set or Pro Pigment Ink Set

• Optional: Waste line syringe or purge tool for easier head maintenance

Addressing printer issues can be a complicated affair due to the hands-on nature of the problems. So, we're not able to provide remote troubleshooting, suggestions, or support for printer repairs. We offer an in-person evaluation and repair service via our local diagnostic facility [https://bchtechnologies.com/printer-repair-service]. Given the high demand, we operate on a first-come, first-served basis. So, it might take a few weeks before we can get your printer to drop it off. Our services are structured to repair either a whole printer or specific parts, with clear instructions on how to proceed. However, we acknowledge that our rates aren't the most economical. Thus, we highly recommend that you resort to self-help via online research. You can start by checking out YouTube [https://youtube.com] or visiting our YouTube channel's homepage [https://youtube.com/@bchtechnologies]. Look for specific videos using the search icon next to "About" on the right-hand side of the menu bar. I receive dozens of queries every day asking about videos for specific topics. Having created videos over the past nine years, it's challenging to remember every single one. Therefore, using YouTube's search function would be most efficient. Plus, YouTube might suggest relevant videos from other channels that could assist you.

Thank you again for your thoughtful message and for trusting BCH Technologies. We’re glad to help however we can, and we look forward to assisting you further when you're ready to move forward with ink or maintenance tools.