Epson Stylus C86 DURABrite Color Inkjet Printer USB Parallel 100-240V B251A

Epson Stylus C86 DURABrite Color Inkjet Printer USB Parallel 100-240V B251A

The Epson Stylus C86 is a desktop color inkjet printer built around Epson's DURABrite pigment ink system, which delivers sharp, water-resistant output on plain paper — a step up from dye-based inkjet printers of the same era. It connects via USB or IEEE 1284 parallel port, making it compatible with both modern and older computers. Universal voltage input (100–240V) allows use on any standard outlet.

Specifications & What's Included

• Make: Epson
• Model: Stylus C86
• Model Number: B251A
• Ink Technology: DURABrite pigment ink (color)
• Connectivity: USB Type-B, IEEE 1284 Parallel port
• Power: 100–240V~, 50–60Hz, 0.4–0.2A
• Form Factor: Desktop inkjet printer
• Country of Manufacture: Indonesia
• Printer unit only — ink cartridges, USB/parallel cable, and software disc not confirmed included

Applications

The Epson Stylus C86 was introduced in the mid-2000s as a home and small-office color inkjet aimed at users who needed sharper, longer-lasting output than typical dye-ink printers could deliver. DURABrite pigment inks were Epson's answer to fade and smear issues common in dye-based inkjet prints of that era — the pigment formula bonds more tightly to paper and resists water and light. The C86 prints both text documents and photos, and its dual USB/parallel connectivity made it useful in mixed environments where older parallel-port-only PCs were still in service. Today these printers are sought by users maintaining legacy print setups, small shops looking for an affordable color inkjet, and hobbyists who prefer a simple, standalone printer without wireless complexity.