Canon PG-660, CL-661, PG-660XL, CL-661XL Ink Cartridges
Canon PIXMA TS and TR series printers utilise a two-cartridge system comprising an individual black ink and a combined tri-colour cartridge. While standard options exist, upgrading to premium high yield PG-660XL and CL-661XL compatible versions maximizes your total print run before replacement. Budget-conscious operators can opt for these compatible ink alternatives to securely lower document overheads, as they fit the same physical housing slots and operate reliably right out of the box.
Printers Compatible with Canon PG-660 & CL-661 Ink Cartridges
Document output and volume expectations
The high yield Canon compatible PG-660XL black ink cartridge delivers up to 400 pages, whereas the corresponding CL-661XL tri-colour high yield variant provides approximately 300 pages. These industrial benchmarks are generated under strict ISO/IEC 24711 testing configurations, which utilise standardized text and graphic test suites printed continuously at roughly 5% area coverage per page. Home office users must anticipate that printing dense graphic elements, full-bleed images, or multi-page documents drastically accelerates individual ink depletion and lowers the total net page yield.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG-660XL | High Yield | Black | 400 | $0.12 |
| CL-661XL | High Yield | Colour | 300 | $0.16 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Compatible cartridges.
What to know about compatible cartridges
Choosing premium third-party alternatives depends largely on budget management and compliance requirements. Premium compatibles significantly lower procurement costs while matching the specific chemical formulas of original ink mixtures to prevent internal clogging or text smudging.
“Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty.”
For comprehensive details on your consumer protection rights, review our full guide on this topic at genuine vs compatible cartridges.
Real-world usage behaviour and bundle choices
Because the CL-661XL system incorporates cyan, magenta, and yellow ink within one single physical chamber, the cartridge will cease functioning correctly as soon as any one individual colour is entirely depleted. Households or home office users who regularly print colour images should purchase a multi-pack bundle containing both the black and tri-colour cartridges together to secure a cheaper total cost per unit. Every premium compatible cartridge includes a comprehensive money-back guarantee, ensuring financial protection if the ink fails to execute your domestic print demands. Review our complete parameters directly on our Returns policy.
Free delivery applies on all orders over $99 (conditions apply), with items immediately processed and shipped from specialized regional distribution centres across Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth to secure the shortest possible transit timeline to your doorstep. To browse options for alternative printers, visit our full Canon ink cartridges directory.
Pro Tip
The PG-660XL and CL-661XL cartridges house an integrated printhead mechanism directly on the physical base of the cartridge. If your printed documents show sudden streaks or faint text lines after periods of non-use, execute a deep printhead clean through your printer control panel rather than replacing the unit, as this clears dried ink channels on the firing plate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the CL-661XL tri-colour cartridge stop printing colour even if the ink levels indicate it is not empty?
The automated digital ink monitoring software calculates combined consumption across all three internal wells rather than tracking each specific colour chamber perfectly. If your print jobs feature heavy concentrations of a singular colour, like cyan, that specific reservoir will empty first, causing the printer to stop rendering full-colour documents correctly while still showing remaining capacity.
Can I use a high yield PG-660XL cartridge if my printer originally came with a standard PG-660?
Yes, the physical exterior chassis and alignment brackets of the PG-660 and PG-660XL housings are entirely identical. The high yield version is built with a larger internal ink reservoir to store more fluid inside the same casing, allowing it to lock directly into the identical printer carriage spot.
What happens to my printer warranty if I decide to install a compatible PG-660XL cartridge?
Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Australian retailers cannot legally mandate that consumers use genuine consumables exclusively, meaning you retain full consumer protection rights when running premium third-party alternatives.
