Canon GI-690 Ink Bottles
Canon GI-690 ink bottles provide high-yield printing across a single standard size variant, available in both genuine and compatible options. Our 4.8 Google Star rating shows that our customers consistently receive high-quality ink bottles backed by reliable performance. Choosing these ultra-low-cost refills maximises the efficiency of your continuous ink system, while opting for compatible multipacks reduces your upfront expenditure significantly further without risking internal printer clogging.
Printers Compatible with Canon GI-690 Ink Bottles
Expected page output and replacement cycles
Genuine black bottles produce 6000 pages, while the cyan, magenta, and yellow bottles yield 7000 pages, measured under the international ISO/IEC 24711 standard for continuous inkjet printing.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GI-690BK | High Yield | Black | 6,000 | $0.004 |
| GI-690C | High Yield | Cyan | 7,000 | $0.003 |
| GI-690M | High Yield | Magenta | 7,000 | $0.003 |
| GI-690Y | High Yield | Yellow | 7,000 | $0.003 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
What to know about compatible cartridges
Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Third-party GI-690 refills match the exact physical pouring mechanism required to fill the internal reservoir tanks safely. You can read detailed performance comparisons on our genuine vs compatible guidance page.
Choosing your cartridge setup
High-volume document environments benefit most from buying compatible multipacks, which reduce print costs below a tenth of a cent per page and carry a full money-back guarantee. For peace of mind, all orders are covered by our official Returns policy. We ship directly from rapid-fulfilment warehouses located in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide to ensure minimal downtime. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99 (conditions apply). Stock your workspace by viewing our full range of Canon ink bottles.
Pro Tip
Continuous ink tank printers rely on hydrostatic pressure; never mix genuine and third-party inks inside the same colour reservoir simultaneously, as varying formulation densities can alter droplet accuracy and trigger premature printhead cleaning cycles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the GI-690 black bottle have a lower page yield than the colour bottles?
The GI-690BK black bottle contains pigment-based ink designed for crisp text text documents and yields 6000 pages, whereas the cyan, magenta, and yellow bottles contain dye-based inks engineered for graphics blending, which naturally consume less volume per standard test pattern to achieve 7000 pages.
Can I top up my reservoirs before they are completely empty?
Yes, you should refill the reservoirs as soon as the ink levels hit the lower limit line indicated on the outer tank windows. Running an ink tank printer completely dry pulls air into the internal delivery tubes, which requires a heavy ink flush cycle to purge and wastes substantial consumable volume.
Do these bottles seal tightly if I only use half the volume?
The GI-690 bottles feature a specialised twist-cap design with an internal airtight gasket. This allows you to safely reseal a partially used bottle and store it upright in a cool, dark place for up to 12 months without the remaining fluid drying out or coagulating.
