Canon PFI-050 Ink Cartridges
Canon PFI-050 ink cartridges deliver precise line accuracy and fast drying for your Canon imagePROGRAF TC-20, TC-20M or TC-21 desktop plotter. Genuine black, cyan, magenta, and yellow single-colour replacements ensure consistent line drawing and CAD rendering without printhead clogging. Our 4.8 Google Star rating shows that our customers consistently receive high-quality cartridges backed by reliable performance. Choose individual replacements or value multipacks to minimise downtime.
Printers Compatible with Canon PFI-050 Ink Cartridges
Expected print yield and output for PFI-050 ink
Canon PFI-050 ink cartridges follow ISO/IEC 24711 yield testing standards for desktop technical printers. The 70ml ink volume supplies consistent output for high-density line drawings and plans, maintaining accurate ink monitoring across all four colour channels.
Selecting your replacement ink and shipping options
If you print technical line drawings or architectural plans, buying complete 4-colour multipacks reduces per-bottle expenses and keeps reserves on hand. If you print heavy fill posters, track black and cyan depletion separately as these channels usually empty faster. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. We dispatch directly from local warehouses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide for quick delivery. Orders are supported by our returns policy. Browse our complete range of Canon ink cartridges for all models.
Professional insight for imagePROGRAF TC users
Always replace PFI-050 cartridges when alerted by the printer screen rather than removing partially full cartridges mid-job, as removing cartridges prematurely triggers extra maintenance cleaning cycles that consume residual ink.
Compare Canon PFI-050 Ink Cartridges
Replace the Complete Colour Set
If all your colours are running low, the 4-Pack PFI-050 Genuine (from $293.38) covers every colour in one order and qualifies for free delivery.
Replace Just One Colour
If only one colour has run dry, there's no need to replace the rest - a single Genuine PFI-050 Black cartridge (from $71.03) lets you replace only the colour that has run out.
Bulk Cartridge Options
Higher print volumes call for a larger pack, reducing how often you need to reorder - the 8-Pack PFI-050 Genuine (from $580.77) is the equivalent option if you'd rather stick with official ink. The genuine pack qualifies for free delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Canon PFI-050 ink system prevent printhead clogging?
PFI-050 pigment-based black ink and dye-based colour inks use specialized binder formulas designed for Canon's microfine printhead nozzles. Leaving the printer powered on allows automatic maintenance routines to run using minimal ink, keeping print channels clear.
Can I mix partial PFI-050 cartridges from different printer models?
PFI-050 cartridges are specifically keyed for imagePROGRAF TC series desktop plotters. Inserting cartridges intended for other imagePROGRAF series will cause system errors due to physical keying and chip mismatch.
Do PFI-050 black and colour inks dry at different rates on plain paper?
Yes. PFI-050 black uses a matte pigment formulation designed for crisp text lines that resist smudging on plain paper, while the yellow, cyan, and magenta inks are formulated for quick absorption to prevent bleed on technical media.
Is PFI-050 the same as PFI 050 or PFI050?
Yes. PFI-050, PFI 050, and PFI050 refer to the identical Canon ink series for imagePROGRAF TC desktop plotters. The hyphen or space is simply a visual formatting variation used by different suppliers.
