Canon PIXMA MG3660 Ink Cartridges
Your Canon PIXMA MG3660 uses the PG-640 and CL-641 ink cartridge series. Ink Depot has supplied reliable consumables for this printer since Nov 2015. A compact wireless all-in-one printer, it handles daily household documents and borderless photo prints. Moving from standard PG-640 black to high-capacity PG-640XXL cartridges significantly lowers per-page printing costs for text documents. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
Expected Page Output and Replacement Cycles
Page yields for PG-640 black and CL-641 colour cartridges are declared in accordance with ISO/IEC 24711 standard test pages under continuous printing conditions. High-yield XL and XXL versions fit identical printer slots while containing greater ink volumes, reducing cartridge changeovers for frequent home printing.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG-640 | Standard | Black | 180 | $0.14 |
| CL-641 | Standard | Colour | 180 | $0.19 |
| PG-640XL | High Yield | Black | 400 | $0.11 |
| CL-641XL | High Yield | Colour | 400 | $0.11 |
| PG-640XXL | Extra High Yield | Black | 600 | $0.081 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing Between Genuine and Compatible Cartridges
Both genuine Canon and compatible PG-640 and CL-641 cartridges offer reliable printing for home documents and photos. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. To understand performance differences, read our guide on genuine vs compatible cartridges before making a selection.
Choosing the Right Cartridge Options
If you print mostly text documents, choosing high-yield PG-640XL or extra-high-yield PG-640XXL black cartridges delivers the lowest cost per page. For family graphics or photos, combining XL black with CL-641XL colour cartridges balances quality and longevity. Choosing compatible cartridges comes backed by a money-back guarantee for peace of mind. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. All orders are dispatched quickly from central dispatch warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Browse our complete range of Canon ink cartridges or review our returns policy for total confidence.
Cartridge Buying Pro Tip
The PG-640XXL black cartridge offers more than triple the print capacity of a standard PG-640 cartridge without taking up extra space in the printer carriage, providing the maximum ink volume available for monochrome document printing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a PG-640XXL cartridge fit in the Canon PIXMA MG3660 standard ink slot?
Yes, the PG-640XXL cartridge uses the standard outer cartridge housing dimensions, allowing it to lock into the exact same black ink slot as standard PG-640 and PG-640XL cartridges while containing significantly more ink.
What happens when one colour runs low in the CL-641 tri-colour cartridge?
The CL-641 combines cyan, magenta, and yellow ink into a single cartridge unit. When any single colour chamber empties, the entire cartridge needs replacing to maintain accurate colour balance on photos and color graphics.
Can genuine and compatible PG-640 cartridges be used together?
Yes, genuine and compatible cartridges can operate alongside each other. For example, installing a compatible PG-640XL black cartridge alongside a genuine CL-641XL colour cartridge will function smoothly without causing print errors.
