Canon MAXIFY MB2760 Ink Cartridges
Your Canon MAXIFY MB2760 uses the PGI-1600 cartridge series, which encompasses separate black, cyan, magenta, and yellow pigment inks available in standard and PGI-1600XL capacities. Because this printer functions within a dedicated home office environment, daily usage trends determine the speed at which individual tanks drain. Shared administrative queues frequently trigger varied cartridge depletion, with text documents prioritizing the black line channel while multi-page colour reports consume the individual primary tanks concurrently. Choosing an appropriate configuration involves adjusting your purchasing patterns to mirror these specific workgroup outputs to prevent unexpected printing interruptions.
Document output metrics and tank yield capacity
Sustaining productivity in a dedicated home workspace requires an understanding of how distinct tank capacities impact maintenance schedules. This ink series is structured around single-colour replacements, separating the standard PGI-1600 tanks from the high-capacity PGI-1600XL variants to match your print volumes. Canon establishes baseline page metrics using strict international ISO/IEC 24711 compliance parameters, measuring continuous text and chart documents on standard plain paper. While standard tanks offer a lower initial procurement cost, upgrading to the high-yield variants provides a much greater fluid volume per cartridge, helping busy users decrease physical swap-out frequencies over time.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGI-1600BK | Standard | Black | 400 | $0.083 |
| PGI-1600C | Standard | Cyan | 300 | $0.073 |
| PGI-1600M | Standard | Magenta | 300 | $0.073 |
| PGI-1600Y | Standard | Yellow | 300 | $0.073 |
| PGI-1600XLBK | High Yield | Black | 1,200 | $0.037 |
| PGI-1600XLC | High Yield | Cyan | 900 | $0.034 |
| PGI-1600XLM | High Yield | Magenta | 900 | $0.034 |
| PGI-1600XLY | High Yield | Yellow | 900 | $0.034 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Strategic cartridge choices for home office printing
Home office printer who focus heavily on text-based invoicing, letters, and statements will maximise efficiency by installing the high-yield PGI-1600XLBK black cartridge as their core baseline ink. Conversely, if your schedule involves regular full-colour presentations or promotional materials, purchasing multi-tank bundle packs prevents a single depleted colour from stalling important projects. Every transaction is covered by our standard warehouse returns policy, which can be viewed at return policy.. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99 (conditions apply), with inventory sent promptly from our nationwide dispatch centers located in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth. Explore our selection of Canon ink cartridges online to find the exact supplies needed to protect your print queue.
Pro Tip
The MAXIFY system incorporates a mechanical internal cartridge gate that locks the current tank in place until the fluid is entirely exhausted, preventing users from accidentally discarding cartridges that still contain remaining ink.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a high-yield PGI-1600XL cartridge if my printer currently contains standard PGI-1600 cartridges?
Yes, standard and high-yield cartridges share identical physical slot configurations inside the printer carriage. You can mix and match them based on your consumption trends, such as running an XL black cartridge alongside standard colour cartridges.
Why does my MAXIFY printer show ink reduction across colour tanks when I mostly print black text?
The printer performs automated nozzle cleaning routines to clear any dried pigment and maintain precise firing pressures. These routine cycles draw small volumes from all individual colour channels to prevent clogs and ensure long-term text clarity.
What makes Dual Resistant High Density pigment ink different from regular dye inks?
The PGI-1600 formulation is completely pigment-based, rendering printed text and graphics water-resistant and scratch-proof. This ensures that office contracts, highlight markers, and moisture exposure will not cause the ink to run or smudge on standard paper.
