Printer ink
Dec 9, 2016 10:58:40 #
Floyd wrote:
WayneT's suggestion is a good one. The print quali... (show quote)
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Dec 9, 2016 10:58:56 #
Martino
Loc: Northwest Florida
I have used non OEM ink in a number of printers. The results tended to be fine, although those printers did clog, and eventually fail. I'm not blaming that on the non OEM ink. However, the printers on which I've used only OEM ink haven't had any problems. Maybe a coincidence.
Same with camera batteries. When I've used third party batteries everything has worked fine, but the life of the batteries and their ability to hold charge appears to be less than the Canon batteries I've had. Again, could be a coincidence, but it influences my purchases now.
Same with camera batteries. When I've used third party batteries everything has worked fine, but the life of the batteries and their ability to hold charge appears to be less than the Canon batteries I've had. Again, could be a coincidence, but it influences my purchases now.
Dec 9, 2016 11:27:13 #
aellman wrote:
There is no need for insults here. Get a clue. >Alan
Look, that is not an insult except maybe to someone like you. To the thin-skinned disagreeing with them on the weather is an insult.
Dec 9, 2016 11:28:57 #
marki3rd wrote:
Define "reputable source"
It's been several years so I don't recall. However, I do recall the ink was from one of the most highly rated third party suppliers and not some fly by night company.
Dec 9, 2016 11:45:00 #
Dec 9, 2016 11:52:55 #
al lehman wrote:
I have a Canon prx 100 printer that will soon need ink. Can anybody recommend ink other than canon that produces good results and priced reasonably. Amazon has reasonably priced ink but unsure of the quality. And while I'm here, a big thank you to all HH contributors. I've learned so much from you folks and I greatly appreciate your expertise, advice and helpful comments.thank you!!!
I have been buying my ink from LD Products for about 12 years. My images from that period continue to be gorgeous.
www.ldproducts.com
They also carry the "official" ink for purists, but I've had their own ink in three Canon printers and two Epsons.
Dec 9, 2016 12:18:07 #
Jim Bob wrote:
Tell that to a Canon printer of mine that went belly-up a few days after my use of third party ink from a reputable source. Tell that to Canon when you seek warranty service after using third party ink. The BS is you.
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For once JB has got it right. Use third party inks if you want to screw up your printer and get inconsistent results. I've ruined three Epson printer's with such inks and had one experience where LD put the wrong colored ink in it's cartridges.
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Dec 9, 2016 12:18:46 #
WayneT wrote:
I would also suggest Precisioncolors ink.
Go to the many Jose Rodriguez videos on Youtube, he uses third party ink in his Pro 100 and others.
https://www.youtube.com/user/cheo1949/videos
Dec 9, 2016 14:11:13 #
I buy from LD products for my Canon p-100. Look for them on the Web.
BTW.. Don't let anyone tell you that you have to use the Original Equipment Mfg.'s Ink cartridges or it voids their warranty.
Just look up The Magnuson - Moss Warranty Act - It states that it isn't true.
You do have to be careful about refilling any ink cartridges yourself, because the smallest piece of something can clog a print head and stop that head from working.
There is also companies around like "Cartridge World" that will refill a cartridge and guarantee them. Their prices are just a little more then 50% of OEM.
Hope I've helped some.
BTW.. Don't let anyone tell you that you have to use the Original Equipment Mfg.'s Ink cartridges or it voids their warranty.
Just look up The Magnuson - Moss Warranty Act - It states that it isn't true.
You do have to be careful about refilling any ink cartridges yourself, because the smallest piece of something can clog a print head and stop that head from working.
There is also companies around like "Cartridge World" that will refill a cartridge and guarantee them. Their prices are just a little more then 50% of OEM.
Hope I've helped some.
Dec 9, 2016 14:57:47 #
amfoto1
Loc: San Jose, Calif. USA
I will usually only use OEM ink in my printer, even if it costs a little more.
I made exceptions on two occasions...
One was a conversion to a black and white printer, that could only be done using third party inks.
Another was a basic "daily" printer that didn't cost much and I figured why not save on the inks, too.
Both were MUCH more prone to clogged ink heads after switching to 3rd party inks.
Plus, the "daily" printer's prints done with the 3rd party inks seemed much more prone to fading. In some cases it was very noticeable in less than a year (not that the OEM inks for it were all that great, either... probably rated for 25 years or less... some prints with OEM inks on cheap paper I saw begin to fade in 2-3 years, when displayed in relatively bright conditions.)
Canon's dye-based ChromaLife inks, such as the Pro-100 uses, are rated for 125 years or longer life. (Their Lucia pigment inks, such as the Pro-10 and Pro-1 use, are rated for 200+ years).
Maybe some of the 3rd party inks are as just long-lived and won't clog the nozzles... or maybe not. For the difference in price, I don't know if it's worth the risk.
I made exceptions on two occasions...
One was a conversion to a black and white printer, that could only be done using third party inks.
Another was a basic "daily" printer that didn't cost much and I figured why not save on the inks, too.
Both were MUCH more prone to clogged ink heads after switching to 3rd party inks.
Plus, the "daily" printer's prints done with the 3rd party inks seemed much more prone to fading. In some cases it was very noticeable in less than a year (not that the OEM inks for it were all that great, either... probably rated for 25 years or less... some prints with OEM inks on cheap paper I saw begin to fade in 2-3 years, when displayed in relatively bright conditions.)
Canon's dye-based ChromaLife inks, such as the Pro-100 uses, are rated for 125 years or longer life. (Their Lucia pigment inks, such as the Pro-10 and Pro-1 use, are rated for 200+ years).
Maybe some of the 3rd party inks are as just long-lived and won't clog the nozzles... or maybe not. For the difference in price, I don't know if it's worth the risk.
Dec 9, 2016 15:36:32 #
Jim Bob wrote:
Tell that to a Canon printer of mine that went belly-up a few days after my use of third party ink from a reputable source. Tell that to Canon when you seek warranty service after using third party ink.
charles tabb wrote:
The "voided warranty" allegation is a myth. The cited Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act is valid for this situation: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnuson%E2%80%93Moss_Warranty_ActI buy from LD products for my Canon p-100. Look for them on the Web.
Don't let anyone tell you that you have to use the Original Equipment Mfg.'s Ink cartridges or it voids their warranty. Just look up The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act - It states that it isn't true.
Don't let anyone tell you that you have to use the Original Equipment Mfg.'s Ink cartridges or it voids their warranty. Just look up The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act - It states that it isn't true.
The Canon Pro-100 printerhead is HEATED, which was designed to counter ink-clogged jets. This is why a Canon printer takes up to 2-minutes to initially "warm-up" before becoming active. I have NEVER had a problem with LD Products cartridges in my Canon Pro-100 printer.
Dec 9, 2016 16:35:41 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
The "voided warranty" allegation is a myth. The cited Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act is valid for this situation: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magnuson%E2%80%93Moss_Warranty_Act
The Canon Pro-100 printerhead is HEATED, which was designed to counter ink-clogged jets. This is why a Canon printer takes up to 2-minutes to initially "warm-up" before becoming active. I have NEVER had a problem with LD Products cartridges in my Canon Pro-100 printer.
The Canon Pro-100 printerhead is HEATED, which was designed to counter ink-clogged jets. This is why a Canon printer takes up to 2-minutes to initially "warm-up" before becoming active. I have NEVER had a problem with LD Products cartridges in my Canon Pro-100 printer.
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I never implied that I had a problem with LD products.
I was trying to warn others with other printers about things.
HP did indeed try the Wty. void with me and finally replaced that HP printer.
Yes... I am very happy with my P-100.
I'm also told that it seals off it's print heads when turned off.
Dec 9, 2016 18:42:42 #
nison777 wrote:
I have used ink sell for many years inksell.com
And have had very good results.
You get % off codes all the time.
And have had very good results.
You get % off codes all the time.
Dec 9, 2016 18:44:11 #
Dec 9, 2016 19:08:10 #
I second or 3rd Precisioninks & Jose's videos on YouTube. He has done extensive research on printers & 3rd party ink & paper. I really trust his expertise. I've corresponded with him on several occasions and he always takes the time to return my questions.
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