DavidM Loc: New Orleans, LA

Anyone using compatible Pixma-Pro 100 printer ink by a company called LD?

Just looking to see if anyone has had success with this ink since it is widely advertised. I've only used the OEM ink so far in my printer but this seems like a cost effective alternative.

http://www.ldproducts.com/Canon/Ink-Cartridge/PIXMA/PRO-100/8488-Printer.html

http://www.4inkjets.com/Canon-PIXMA-PRO-100-printer-ink-cartridges-toner

Also available at Walmart.

rdmesser2 Loc: Central Florida

I have used LD ink in a HP Photosmart printer about 6 0r seven years ago. It seemed to be ok but would dry up in the cartrage if stored to long..

MT Shooter Loc: Montana

Inks for the Pro-100 are in individual "tanks", no printhead attached. Aftermarket inks need to comply with factory viscosity to keep from plugging the printhead. I avoid aftermarket ink like the plague since I had it plug up the $400 printhead on my Epson Pro 9600 once, just not worth the savings. The Canon Pro-100 is a notorious ink hog, wasting as much as half your ink during routine maintenance and start-up operations. Its the least cost effective inkjet I have ever used, and I have used several of them both personally and in my printing operation. I use the Pro-100 right now, but ONLY for small 4x6 prints as my other printers do not print that small size.

robertjerl Loc: Corona, California

Look up Precision Colors

http://www.precisioncolors.com/

however, entire company now on vacation, orders placed on line will not be shipped until Oct 1

DavidM Loc: New Orleans, LA

Thank you all for your feedback. I appreciate it!

dpullum Loc: Tampa Florida

MT Shooter, Once does not a rule make!!! People use aftermarket inks all the time with problems no worse than OEM. AND!!! Who makes the OEM inks, yep big ink companies.

The Pro 100 is bought for BIG format. There are CIS, Continuous Ink Supply, systems available for the Pro 100 now, lots of savings using CIS.

My Pro 100 is still in the OEM box, my printing is confined to 8x10" because of preference. Plan to get CIS system eventually. Presently using one on my Epson. Previous Epson went 5 years with CIS and minimal maintenance. Printer died of old age.

New Epson comes with external tanks (CIS) and you add inks from a bottle.
http://www.engadget.com/2015/08/05/epson-ecotank-printers/

Yooper 2 Loc: Ironwood, MI

I've used LD ink for about 10 years. Never had a problem.

Grizzly Loc: USA

I have had few ;problems with LD inks and when there was a problem, LD rectified it quickly. I recommend them with the same caveat that the printer must be "exercised" regularly if not used frequently. I used both Epson and Canon printers.

The Watcher

I've put a lot of thought and research into the idea of using, third party ink in my Epson printers.

During that time, I also discovered that as my printing skills improved, the ink waste decreased.

Today, I find it less painful when I buy OEM ink.

Having a buyer for your prints is also very helpful.

Here's a article about your printer, that you should find interesting.

http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRINT/canon-pro-100/index.htm

DavidM Loc: New Orleans, LA

Thanks for the article. I appreciate everyone's feedback on this. It's enticing to use third party ink for a huge savings but I also don't want to risks ruining my printer. I haven't decided yet.

DavidM Loc: New Orleans, LA

I'm curious as to what problems you ran into? Anything detrimental to your printer?

russelray Loc: La Mesa CA

I had tried using third-party, remanufactured, and refilled ink cartridges for my HP printers but since they all are new, the HP software recognizes them as third-party, remanufactured, or refilled cartridges.
That's not necessarily a problem because all of them print well.
However, after almost every page is printed, the HP software pops up and chastises me for using third-party, remanufactured, or refilled ink cartridges.
That's not necessarily a problem either unless one puts a value on one's time.
The time wasted in trying to get rid of the pop-up warnings, or waiting until they go away when one can't get rid of them, is not worth the cost.
Thus I have returned to using only original, new HP cartridges.
However, I also discovered eBay auctions where, if I plan my lead time appropriately, I can saved hundreds of dollars each week.
As an example, I'm currently watching an auction that ends tonight at 8:00 PT. It's a $39.99 cartridge that currently has a bid on it of $19.00.
The last time I bid on this exact cartridge I won with a bid of $21 and $3 shipping.
Much less expensive than buying at Fry's, Best Buy, or Costco since that requires time, gas, wear & tear on the car tires, brakes, engine, oil, etc. and puts mileage on the car where increased annual mileage results in increased insurance premiums................

briar14 Loc: Salem,NH

I have been using LD ink cartridges in both my Canon MX922 and Pixma MP950 for years and never had a problem which messed up the ink heads. They offer speedy shipping, great prices and stand behind their products with a generous warranty policy. Save some $$$ go LD!

hank6595 Loc: Amesbury, MA

I've been using ink farm product for my Epson printer for over two years. Costs about 1/3 of the staples price. No problems, good service and a guarantee I ordered three cartridges today and within ten minutes I received a confirmation and that the items would be shipped today. I may have them Friday or Saturday at the latest. I do a lot of printing so I find it a big savings for me. That's what I do. tHANKs

bwilliams

I have not had a problem with LD inks for a non photo printer. Ordered ink on Tuesday and got it today very fast shipping.