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Basic Guidelines And Tips To Follow When Refilling Inkjet Cartridges
Refilling ink can be a tricky process the first time.
Refilling ink cartridges can be an economical alternative to buying new cartridges. It does take some practice, but once mastered is generally cheaper than brand-name OEM and remanufactured/compatible cartridges.
Here are some basic tips to get you refilling cartridges like a pro as soon as possible.
The Main Goal Of Refilling
Most ink cartridges are relatively simple in design, more or less a bag of ink encased inside a plastic box. The refill must be performed at such a speed that leaking is not caused (refill speed too fast) or that ink fails to permeate throughout the cartridge (refill speed too slow). Basically, we've seeking the happy medium in between.
Preparing For The Refill
- Work over a sink or drain if possible. Avoid working at a desk or near anything of value.
- Wear old or spare clothing to minimize damages incurred by ink stains.
- Check to see if your ink cartridge has an opening that connects to the ink. Otherwise, you may have to drill a hole yourself, which can get complicated depending on your ink cartridge model.