Question about compatible ink jet cartridges for Canon printer
Feb 2, 2018 11:32:14 #
Picture Taker
Loc: Michigan Thumb
When you get a good photo printer and set it up, you are setting the system to print with the exact ink as made for that printer. I can't believe that the refill market will match that exact color. People bring ink into Costco and get them refilled, the cartridges are from Canon, Epson or HP, are all the reds, greens etc. the same?
I'll pay more and use OEM for my photos.
I'll pay more and use OEM for my photos.
Feb 2, 2018 11:35:00 #
Wanderer2
Loc: Colorado Rocky Mountains
I wonder where Canon gets the ink they use in their cartridges. Seems doubtful that they manufacture it in house but rather outsource it. Anyone have any into on this?
Also, do any of the independent ink cartridge sellers warranty their products to include any damage that it caused to a printer?Thanks.
Btw, I appreciate this being such a civil thread. Past threads on this subject on UHH have actually provoked some angry responses directed at posters who wouldn't believe that ink from independent companies would damage their printers. Good job everyone!
Also, do any of the independent ink cartridge sellers warranty their products to include any damage that it caused to a printer?Thanks.
Btw, I appreciate this being such a civil thread. Past threads on this subject on UHH have actually provoked some angry responses directed at posters who wouldn't believe that ink from independent companies would damage their printers. Good job everyone!
Feb 2, 2018 11:40:53 #
peterg
Loc: Santa Rosa, CA
robertjerl wrote:
I have been using a Pro-100 since June of 2014. T... (show quote)
Agree on both Precision Colors and Jose Rodriguez videos. Carefully read/follow their instruction. There is a compatibility problem with Canon/Precision Colors yellow inks. Don't mix them. Precision Colors carefully explains this and sells kits that handle this. The videos suggest having two cartridge sets of all colors. Then, exchange the entire set even if only one cartridge needs refilling. Bottom line: If you do lots of printing, Precision Colors inks are great. If you don't print a lot, use a commercial printing service and save money and hassle.Feb 2, 2018 11:43:01 #
Picture Taker
Loc: Michigan Thumb
when you get a refill is it made to the Red, Yellow or Blue for your make printer? Are Canon, HP and Epson's colors the same? People go into Costco and have the ink cartridge refilled some are Canon of HP or what ever. Why set the color on your printer? Is the ink arrival or will it fade in 6 months? Do you reset the printer for the aftermarket ink?
Feb 2, 2018 11:49:15 #
mas24
Loc: Southern CA
This debate is almost as intense as the Third Party camera batteries. Watson/Wasabi vs OEM batteries?
Feb 2, 2018 11:58:17 #
charles tabb wrote:
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I use "LD" ink Cart.s in my Canon Pro 100.
And so far haven't had a problem yet.
I am well pleased with the results.
Don't let anyone tell you that useing other inks will void you factory warrenty.
If they do, tell them to look into the "Magnuson-Moss Warrenty Act"
This is a Government Law.
I use "LD" ink Cart.s in my Canon Pro 100.
And so far haven't had a problem yet.
I am well pleased with the results.
Don't let anyone tell you that useing other inks will void you factory warrenty.
If they do, tell them to look into the "Magnuson-Moss Warrenty Act"
This is a Government Law.
Me too.
Feb 2, 2018 12:36:41 #
I used cartridges I got from eBay for my Pro-100 and have not had any problems whatever. https://www.ebay.com/itm/8-Combo-Pack-Ink-Cartridges-for-Canon-CLI-42-CLI42-CLI-42-PIXMA-PRO-100-PRO-100S/182134369964?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649
$22.50 for a complete set.
$22.50 for a complete set.
Marilyng wrote:
I have always used HP cartridges for my HP printers throughout my years.I have just purchased a Canon Pixma Pro 100 & wondering if any of you here use compatible cartridges for your Canon printers.I have heard that you should stick to the original ink for your printer,is this true?
Feb 2, 2018 12:49:33 #
JFCoupe
Loc: Kent, Washington
I have the Canon Pixma Pro 10 printer, so a different set of cartridges than the 100 uses. I had used Canon ink for about two years and decided to try a 3rd party source. After doing some reading on UHH, I decided to try Ink Farm cartridges. For some reason they did not work well and I had terrible prints. It seemed like the colors were not printing from the Ink Farm cartridges. I contacted Ink Farm and their customer service was excellent. They offered free replacement or 100% refund. I decided on the refund and ordered Canon again.
I will stay with Canon for right now, but may try the Precision Ink option in the future.
I will stay with Canon for right now, but may try the Precision Ink option in the future.
Feb 2, 2018 12:50:35 #
Feb 2, 2018 13:16:19 #
jeryh
Loc: Oxfordshire UK
Don't even think about it ! I run the canon Pro-1; expensive, yes, but it does the job to my satisfaction.
Feb 2, 2018 14:01:25 #
carl hervol
Loc: jacksonville florida
I been using LD ink in my canon 9000 for over 11 years there is nothing wrong with third party ink its all in people head that it no good.
Feb 2, 2018 14:33:53 #
Have an Epson 1290 still going strong with compatible inks after 14 years of continuous use printing A3 prints
Purchased a Canon Pixma Pro 100 2 Years ago and have used compatibles since the Canon ink supplied with the printer ran out. I have purchased compatible inks from the same supplier for 25 years with no problems.
Purchased a Canon Pixma Pro 100 2 Years ago and have used compatibles since the Canon ink supplied with the printer ran out. I have purchased compatible inks from the same supplier for 25 years with no problems.
Feb 2, 2018 15:05:36 #
Marilyng wrote:
I have always used HP cartridges for my HP printers throughout my years.I have just purchased a Canon Pixma Pro 100 & wondering if any of you here use compatible cartridges for your Canon printers.I have heard that you should stick to the original ink for your printer,is this true?
I use aftermarket ink cartridges in all of my printers Epson, Cannon, Brother. The only one you are better off with genuine cartridges are HP because they have the print head on the cartridge. At least I think that is what that little circuit board is. But that is also the reason I will never buy an HP printer.
Feb 2, 2018 15:22:09 #
Feb 2, 2018 15:57:46 #
I have used only Canon printers for several years and until last year I always used OEM ink. Based on comments I read on The UHH, I tried LD ink for my last reload and haven't seen any difference in the images I print nor any differences in the way the printer is working. So far so good. The LD ink was about ⅓ of the Canon OEM ink.
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