Printer Ink Choices
Dec 11, 2020 12:15:50 #
GLENBARD wrote:
I was just wondering if anyone has changed to aftermarket ink from original manufacturer for reason of cost and how it played out. I just picked up a new Canon printer and am researching this as I plan on running test sheets every few days to prevent clogs and am looking to have a backup set.
I've used 3rd party ink carts in Epson for decades with mostly good results. I'm picky about who I buy from, mostly via Amazon from suppliers with overwhelming (ie. 90%) 5 star feedback. I suggest you check out youtube videos by JToolman. Jose is a printer/ink techie who can teach you all you need to know.
Dec 11, 2020 12:21:48 #
vineyardman
Loc: Florida
If you just purchased a new canon printer you must know about their instant ink program. I haven’t purchased ink in quite awhile. I use the lowest program. Cost me about 60 bucks a year for up to 150 pages. If I use less, the rest rolls over. The printer is monitored via WiFi and they send the ink , which by the way contains more ink then the average, automatically. I haven’t bought store bought or any ink since.
Dec 11, 2020 13:09:45 #
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Dec 11, 2020 14:03:26 #
coolhanduke wrote:
I’ve used third party inks on almost all my printers I’ve owned.
My last Epson 7900 I exclusively used 3rd party inks with bulk cartridges. Saved a ton of money with no issues of quality. Did work for pros and sold a ton of my own work.
Instead of a test page just do a nozzle check on days you don’t use the printer. And do one before you print to insure your heads are clean. A nozzle check will insure all heads flow ink through them and you will detect any issues early on.
My last Epson 7900 I exclusively used 3rd party inks with bulk cartridges. Saved a ton of money with no issues of quality. Did work for pros and sold a ton of my own work.
Instead of a test page just do a nozzle check on days you don’t use the printer. And do one before you print to insure your heads are clean. A nozzle check will insure all heads flow ink through them and you will detect any issues early on.
I would appreciate your sharing with all of us Epson printer users, the generic brand of ink you found to be good. Thanks, Stan
Dec 11, 2020 15:00:14 #
CWW wrote:
Good morning, I've tried all the precision links looking for HP 3755 and HP4620 ink cartridges. Is there a better link to see there products?
You won't. Precision Colors is a small Canadian company and restricts itself to Canon and Epson printers - the two big dogs in the home photo printer market.
The best reviews on refill kits for HP printers seem to be a company named JetSir http://www.ijetsir.com/
Their products are sold on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MQYKRRZ/ref=as_li_ss_tl?SubscriptionId=AKIAJO7E5OLQ67NVPFZA&ascsubtag=566247775-2-1045370644.1607715891&tag=shopperz_origin3-20
And on Ebay: https://www.ebay.com/itm/JetSir-5-Color-Compatible-Ink-Refill-Kit-Use-for-HP-564-364-178-Inkjet-Cartridge-/133560903277
You may have to convert and flush some of your cartridges to be able to refill them. I could not find any converted cartridges for refilling during my quick search. That can be a messy process. They also sell ink already in the cartridges.
Dec 11, 2020 15:03:56 #
Dec 11, 2020 15:14:31 #
Wildphoto1
Loc: Eastern Idaho
I have an Canon ip8720 it does an amazing job of printing 13x19 prints, but because I had pluging problems with another Canon printers with non-canon ink I have been hesitant to use 3rd party ink.
Dec 11, 2020 16:13:30 #
I use Jarbo ink cartridges from Amazon in my Canon printer for 2 yrs and no trouble
Dec 11, 2020 18:40:12 #
John Hicks
Loc: Sible Hedinham North Essex England
I have an Epson 1500W a3 printer which uses Clark's ink for those who are not familiar with Epson,s Claria it is an ink with extremely small droplets that give rich vibrant colours and is supposed not to face in 100 years according to computer simulation.
I only use the Epson ink as I have never found any company who sells their version of Clark's ink Even if I found a generic version of the ink I would not buy it as I am very pleased with the results of the genuine Epson ink
I only use the Epson ink as I have never found any company who sells their version of Clark's ink Even if I found a generic version of the ink I would not buy it as I am very pleased with the results of the genuine Epson ink
Dec 11, 2020 23:40:30 #
Dec 12, 2020 00:09:22 #
I've converted an Epson R3000 to Ink Owl's carts with fine results. My Epson P800, however, is difficult unless I hack it (not so for the Europian models...*they* can use after market with impunity. Harrrrumph!) which I still may do. But, as another option, when my present supply gets low, I will use an Ink Owl tactic that will allow me to use larger, one-use, cartridges without trouble, which at my rate of usage will last prolly until I leave the planet.
Dec 12, 2020 06:18:48 #
I have used nothing but canon inks in a Pro-100 and 2600. I have never had ink clogs or any other problem caused by the in activity of the printer. I had continual problems with such things with Epson where they told me to run a test sheet weekly. Right now then I buy from canon I get 50 sheets of 13x19 paper free which helps defray the cost.
Dec 12, 2020 12:02:11 #
RCKBSL wrote:
I have used nothing but canon inks in a Pro-100 and 2600. I have never had ink clogs or any other problem caused by the in activity of the printer. I had continual problems with such things with Epson where they told me to run a test sheet weekly. Right now then I buy from canon I get 50 sheets of 13x19 paper free which helps defray the cost.
Haha...well, if you succumb to the hype you will run a test sheet weekly. I've owned Epson stuff forever and threw that idea out with the initial instructions...and haven't had a clog problem, even with my after-market inks. <shrug> YMMV, of course.
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