Canon PIXMA MG3060 Ink Cartridges
Your Canon PIXMA MG3060 uses the CL-646 / CL-646XL / PG-645 / PG-645XL cartridge series. Having supplied consumables for this unit since Mar 2017, we understand how a dual-cartridge system performs in light home setups. The integrated printhead design ensures crisp text and clear images with every replacement, making standard or high-yield cartridges a dependable choice for everyday printing needs. Our 4.8 Google rating is built on dependable cartridge performance and uncompromising product quality.
Expected page output and replacement cycles
Page yields for these cartridges are declared according to ISO/IEC 24711 standards using standard five-percent page coverage testing. Actual page output varies based on document coverage, paper type, and frequency of print head cleaning cycles.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG-645 | Standard | Black | 180 | $0.14 |
| CL-646 | Standard | Colour | 180 | $0.19 |
| PG-645XL | High Yield | Black | 400 | $0.11 |
| CL-646XL | High Yield | Colour | 400 | $0.11 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing between genuine and compatible options
For everyday document printing, compatible PG-645XL and CL-646XL cartridges offer lower running costs while delivering reliable print output. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Read our genuine vs compatible cartridge comparison guide to see how alternative inks perform against original supplies.
Choosing the right cartridge setup
If your printing consists mainly of occasional school work, receipts, or general correspondence, high-yield XL options provide significantly lower printing costs per page than standard yield versions. If compatible options suit your budget better, they come backed by our full money-back guarantee. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99, dispatched quickly from our warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Browse our complete range of Canon ink cartridges or view our returns policy for complete purchasing peace of mind.
Pro Tip
Because the CL-646 tri-colour cartridge combines cyan, magenta, and yellow into a single unit, replacing the cartridge becomes necessary as soon as one colour exhausts, even if ink remains in the other two chambers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I install a PG-645XL high-yield cartridge if my printer came with standard PG-645 cartridges?
Yes. High-yield XL cartridges share identical physical dimensions and fitting mechanisms as standard capacity cartridges; they simply contain higher ink volumes inside the casing.
Why does my tri-colour CL-646 cartridge show low ink when I rarely print in full colour?
The printer uses small amounts of colour ink during routine printhead maintenance cycles to prevent nozzle blockages, and composite colour ink is often blended into grey text prints to enhance contrast.
Does changing the cartridge also refresh the printhead on the Canon PIXMA MG3060?
Yes. The PG-645 and CL-646 series feature an integrated printhead built directly onto each cartridge, meaning the entire print mechanism is renewed every time a new cartridge is installed.
