Canon PIXMA MP510 Ink Cartridges
Shop ink cartridges for your Canon PIXMA MP510, which uses the Canon CLI-8 / PGI-5 ink cartridge series. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for this printer since Jan 2006. Designed as an all-in-one printer for sharp home documents and vivid photos, its dedicated pigment PGI-5BK cartridge handles regular text, while CLI-8 cyan, magenta, and yellow dye inks manage colour output. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
Expected Page Output and Replacement Cycles
Page yields for PGI-5BK and CLI-8 cartridges are calculated using ISO/IEC standards based on 5% page coverage. Routine text documents consume the larger PGI-5BK pigment black cartridge, whereas colour graphics and photo prints deplete CLI-8 cyan, magenta, and yellow dye cartridges depending on image colour saturation.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGI-5BK | Standard | Black | 360 | $0.080 |
| CLI-8C | Standard | Cyan | 62 | $0.49 |
| CLI-8M | Standard | Magenta | 53 | $0.57 |
| CLI-8Y | Standard | Yellow | 40 | $0.34 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing Between Genuine and Compatible Cartridges
Selecting compatible CLI-8 and PGI-5 cartridges provides a cost-effective alternative for daily printing without compromising print quality. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Read our genuine vs compatible cartridge guide to compare performance features before choosing your next set.
Managing Your Ink Supply and Delivery
If your daily printing consists mainly of general workplace text and invoices, keep extra PGI-5BK black cartridges on hand, as black ink depletes faster than colour. For photo printing, stock up on individual CLI-8 cyan, magenta, and yellow tanks to avoid pausing mid-print. Compatible cartridges offer maximum budget efficiency and are backed by a money-back performance guarantee. We ship fast directly from local warehouses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. Explore our complete range of Canon ink cartridges or review our returns policy for full purchase confidence.
Cartridge Selection Tip
The PIXMA MP510 uses a dual-ink setup where pigment PGI-5BK ink prints plain text while dye-based CLI-8 inks produce colour images. If black text appears faint or grey on plain paper, replace the PGI-5BK cartridge rather than the colour tanks, as CLI-8 black is not used for standard text printing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my PIXMA MP510 consume black ink faster than colour inks?
The PGI-5BK pigment black cartridge handles standard text document printing on plain paper. Because everyday document printing involves higher text density, the black cartridge empties sooner than the dye-based CLI-8 colour cartridges.
Can I replace individual CLI-8 colour cartridges independently?
Yes. The CLI-8 individual tank system allows you to replace cyan, magenta, or yellow cartridges separately only when a specific colour runs out, preventing usable ink from being discarded.
What is the difference between PGI-5BK and CLI-8 ink formulations?
PGI-5BK uses pigment ink formulated specifically for crisp, smear-resistant black text on plain paper. CLI-8 cartridges contain dye-based inks engineered to blend smoothly on glossy photo paper for vibrant image prints.
