Canon PFI-300 Ink Cartridges
Your imagePROGRAF PRO-300 printer relies on the ten-tank Canon PFI-300 ink cartridges system. This professional series relies exclusively on genuine pigment-based formulations across standard individual wells, meaning third-party compatibles are completely absent. Because high-volume exhibition galleries consume certain tones rapidly, managing separate cartridge replacements can stall active workflows. Bundled multi-packs protect against sudden job stoppages caused by a single depleted ink chamber, keeping your production continuous.
Photographic media settings and consumption benchmarks
Individual tanks maintain a standard baseline rating under the ISO/IEC 29103 standard for photo printing, but actual output depends entirely on your fine-art paper choices. Matte fine-art cotton rag stocks immediately accelerate Matte Black depletion, while high-gloss or lustre substrates trigger extensive application of the clear Chrome Optimiser coating.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PFI-300MBK | Standard | Black | 300 | $0.084 |
| PFI-300PBK | Standard | Photo Black | 300 | $0.084 |
| PFI-300PC | Standard | Cyan | 300 | $0.084 |
| PFI-300C | Standard | Cyan | 300 | $0.084 |
| PFI-300PM | Standard | Magenta | 300 | $0.084 |
| PFI-300M | Standard | Magenta | 300 | $0.084 |
| PFI-300GY | Standard | Yellow | 300 | $0.084 |
| PFI-300Y | Standard | Yellow | 300 | $0.084 |
| PFI-300CO | Standard | Chrome optimizer | 300 | $0.084 |
| PFI-300R | Standard | Red | 300 | $0.084 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Strategic buying options and warehouse routing
If you run high-volume production cycles, purchasing the genuine 10-pack or 20-pack configuration delivers a lower capital outlay per millilitre of ink compared to sourcing individual replacements. Our stock is dispatched daily from regional storage facilities in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide, ensuring prompt arrival. Every genuine purchase is covered by explicit manufacturer guarantees, and handling guidelines can be verified on our Returns policy page. For complete multi-format setups, review our master Canon ink cartridges directory. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99 (conditions apply).
Pro Tip
The PFI-300 Chrome Optimiser cartridge applies a resin layer over the surface to eliminate gloss differential on reflective papers. If you configure your driver settings strictly for matte or fine-art rag media, the printer completely bypasses this cartridge, meaning you can avoid ordering extra backup stock of PFI-300CO.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my printer deplete Photo Black and Matte Black at vastly different rates?
The internal driver shifts physical ink delivery based on your media selection. Glossy, satin, and lustre photographic papers utilise Photo Black to achieve deep shadow depth, whereas fine-art matte, cotton rag, and canvas papers draw solely from the Matte Black tank.
Can I bypass an empty Chrome Optimiser cartridge to finish an active print run?
No, the printer firmware halts all operations if any single PFI-300 tank reads as completely empty. This threshold ensures the thermal printhead channels never dry-fire, which would otherwise lead to permanent microscopic nozzle blockages and head failure.
Why do all ten PFI-300 ink levels drop slightly even when I only produce black and white prints?
Automated maintenance purge cycles run periodically to prevent heavy pigment settlement inside the internal fluid lines. A tiny baseline volume of ink from every channel is pulled into the waste assembly to maintain consistent fluid dynamics across all nozzles.
