Canon PFI-1000 Ink Cartridges
Canon PFI-1000 ink cartridges deliver precise pigment ink distribution for your Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-1000 printer. Holding 80ml per individual tank across 12 distinct colour channels including Chroma Optimiser, these genuine cartridges ensure accurate tone reproduction and long-term archival stability for fine art photo output. Our 4.8 Google Star rating shows that our customers consistently receive high-quality cartridges backed by reliable performance.
Page yields and ink consumption expectations
Canon measures PFI-1000 yields using ISO/IEC 24711 standard test files for continuous A2 photo printing. Actual page yields vary based on media choice, print density, image coverage, and borderless settings.
Ordering guidelines and delivery details
When printing fine art and photographic media, grey, photo grey, and Chroma Optimiser tanks drain faster than standard primary colours due to continuous tonal blending and gloss uniforming. Ordering complete 12-pack bundles reduces replenishment pauses during large print runs. All orders ship from warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. For complete protection on your order, view our Returns policy. Browse our full range of Canon ink cartridges for all models.
Pro Tip
Do not power down your printer completely at the mains switch between sessions; keeping it plugged in allows low-power idle routines that preserve printhead performance without executing aggressive ink-flushing cycles upon restart.
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Choose a Full Colour Multipack
Need to replace every colour at once? The 12-Pack PFI-1000 Genuine (from $835.92) gives you a complete set in a single order and qualifies for free delivery.
Replace Just One Colour
Only one cartridge empty? A single Genuine PFI-1000M Black cartridge (from $71.09) lets you top up just that colour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the Chroma Optimiser cartridge run out at a different rate than colour inks?
Chroma Optimiser (PFI-1000CO) is applied over the top of glossy and lustre prints to regulate surface reflections and prevent bronzing. Because it coats the entire printed surface on glossy paper rather than just image details, consumption depends heavily on paper type rather than colour saturation.
How do Matte Black (PFI-1000MBK) and Photo Black (PFI-1000PBK) differ during printing?
The printer selects Matte Black for rag and matte papers to achieve deep density on absorbent fibers, whereas Photo Black is used on glossy and semi-gloss stocks to prevent ink bleeding. Both cartridges remain installed simultaneously, eliminating ink dumping during media switches.
Can a single depleted PFI-1000 cartridge be bypassed to finish a print job?
No. The PRO-1000 system requires all 12 ink channels to have available ink before printing. If any single channel reaches empty status, the printhead halts operation to prevent dry firing and thermal damage to the internal nozzles.
Is PFI1000 the same as PFI-1000?
Yes, PFI1000 and PFI-1000 refer to the exact same 80ml Canon cartridge series; the hyphen is just a formatting difference used interchangeably by Canon and stockists.
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General FAQ
The available colours are: matte black (MBK), photo black (PBK), photo grey (PGY), photo cyan (PC), photo magenta (PM), cyan (C), magenta (M), yellow (Y), grey (GY), blue (B) and red (R) plus the chroma optimiser (CO).
The Chroma optimiser cartridge is clear coating applied over the printed image and minimises bumps between ink droplets, resulting in improved glossiness and eliminates any bronzing effect. It also expands the colour gamut and offers a richer shade of black.
The Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-1000 printer uses 12 individual ink tanks and each accommodates 80ml rich, high density ink and a wide range of colour shades ideal for professional photography.
