Inkjet Printer Cartridge

Printers come along with computer use. For you to lessen your costs in using printer try buying ink printer cartridge.

There are two types of ink cartridge: an ink reservoir inkjet cartridge type and; an inkjet cartridge that has the printer head integrated into the cartridge. It usually contains print head and circuitry. At the bottom are nozzles or what is commonly referred to as jets.

Today, there can be from 50 to hundred of nozzles or “jets” on a print head located at the bottom inkjet cartridge. These are connected to a resistor that heats or cools the printer ink within the ink cartridge. When the ink is heated it forms bubbles and when it cools the bubble shoots dots of inks through nozzles to your printer paper.

Your ink cartridge will eventually wear out. It starts when you see areas where ink fails to print. If this happen, you still have the choice of buying a compatible ink cartridge or refill them up because you still have ink in the cartridge. This will cost you less than the brand name cartridge and you can still replace the printer ink to your compatible cartridge until it wears out.

There are different replacement options for your inkjet cartridge. Below are some choices:
• OEM (original equipment manufacturer) cartridges
• compatible ink cartridges
• remanufactured ink cartridges
• printer ink refill kit, laser toner refill
The inkjet cartridge type you have and the replacement option you choose for your inkjet cartridge ultimately dictates your cost savings. Always ensure that you’re buying a compatible ink cartridge, if not it may cause damage to your printer and the quality of printing. To avoid this here are some tips in replacing your ink cartridge:

1. Avoid generic cartridges. The ink used in these cartridges may damage your printer’s nozzles.
2. Figure out the printing quality you need. Ink cartridges made by the same manufacturer as the printer will produce the best results. These cartridges are also the priciest.
3. Take a look at the printer warranty. Some manufacturer's warranties are void if an ink cartridge is used that is made by a different manufacturer.
4. Look at the page yield of the ink cartridge you are buying. This will tell you how much printing the cartridge will do.

Always consider the quality and the safety of your printer. It is useless if you buy a low cost cartridge that is not compatible to your printer. It will just cost you a lot.