Canon Pixma MP280 Ink Cartridges
Your Canon Pixma MP280 uses the PG-510, PG-512, CL-511, CL-513 cartridge series. We have supplied premium printer consumables since Jan 2011, ensuring older home setups remain fully operational with reliable replacements. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance. Because this configuration uses a tri-colour system alongside a black cartridge, running out of a single primary shade requires swapping out the entire colour casing, meaning smart consumption tracking directly limits runtime interruptions.
Real-world page yield expectations
Stated page totals reflect standard continuous printing testing conducted under factory configurations. Real world performance is influenced by text document density, graphic layouts, cleaning cycles, and paper options chosen.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG-510 | Standard | Black | 220 | $0.14 |
| CL-511 | Standard | Colour | 244 | $0.14 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Compatible cartridges
Choosing compatible alternatives offers home workspaces an economical way to keep printing without large upfront investments. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Read our comprehensive genuine vs compatible cartridges comparison to choose the best configuration for your home budget.
Procurement options and local shipping
If you run routine homework printouts or weekly text records, selecting a bundled pack combination ensures you have both critical housings covered. Opting for high-capacity variants like the PG-512 and CL-513 reduces your general change frequencies significantly. Every third-party option we supply features a full money-back guarantee, which you can read about in our comprehensive returns policy. We handle rapid distribution from domestic fulfilment centres located in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. Browse our complete range of standard Canon ink cartridges to stock your stationery cupboard.
Pro Tip
If you print irregularly, remember to run a standard page diagnostic print once every two weeks to prevent ink from drying out in the exposed micro-nozzles of the tri-colour casing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I install a high-yield PG-512 black cartridge alongside a standard CL-511 colour cartridge?
Yes, the two physical sizes use the exact same slot design. The printer carriage holds any combination of standard and high-capacity units within the family, allowing you to use high-capacity tanks for standard text printing while keeping standard colour tanks.
Why does the system show a low ink alert immediately after installing a compatible cartridge?
Some compatible housings read the internal ink counter based on previous usage records. You can bypass this warning completely by holding down the printer Stop/Reset button for five seconds, which resets the monitoring loop and permits continued use.
What happens if one specific colour runs out inside the tri-colour cartridge while others are full?
The integrated design requires the entire colour unit to be replaced once any single ink colour runs out. Even if two chambers still contain fluid, the printer cannot isolate them, making high-value compatible bundles a smart choice to manage these replacements economically.
