Canon PIXMA MX310 Ink Cartridges
Shop ink cartridges for your Canon PIXMA MX310, which uses the Canon PG-40 and CL-41 ink cartridge series. The PIXMA MX310 is a desktop all-in-one printer engineered for everyday home office document printing and copying. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for this printer since Sep 2009. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance. Upgrading from PG-40 to high-yield PG-50 cartridges lowers your running costs during regular document output.
Understanding cartridge page yields
Cartridge yields for this range are measured using standard ISO/IEC 24711 inkjet test pages under 5% page coverage. High-capacity PG-50 black and CL-51 colour cartridges provide significantly higher page output than standard PG-40 or low-capacity PG-37 cartridges, helping maintain low per-page costs for home office tasks.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PG-37 | Standard | Black | 219 | $0.13 |
| CL-38 | Standard | Colour | 207 | $0.10 |
| PG-40 | High Yield | Black | 329 | $0.13 |
| CL-51 | High Yield | Colour | 545 | $0.050 |
| CL-41 | High Yield | Colour | 312 | $0.15 |
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, low-cost compatible cartridges provide an economical alternative to original Canon supplies without sacrificing print clarity. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. To understand performance differences, view our genuine vs compatible cartridges guide.
Smart buying options and fast delivery
If you print mainly text documents, choosing high-yield PG-50 black cartridges delivers the best value per page. For mixed colour printing, purchasing PG-40 and CL-41 twin packs or compatible multi-packs reduces overall expenses. All compatible options include a money-back guarantee. We ship fast from warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. Explore our full range of Canon ink cartridges or review our returns policy.
Pro Tip
If you replace the black cartridge more frequently than colour, choose the high-capacity PG-50 black alongside a standard CL-41 colour cartridge to balance cartridge replacement schedules without overspending on colour ink.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use PG-50 and CL-51 high-yield cartridges in my Canon PIXMA MX310?
Yes, PG-50 black and CL-51 colour cartridges share the exact physical dimensions as standard PG-40 and CL-41 cartridges and fit directly into the same printer slots while offering higher ink capacity.
What happens if one colour runs out in the CL-41 tri-colour cartridge?
The CL-41 tri-colour cartridge houses cyan, magenta, and yellow ink in a single physical unit. When any single colour depletes, the whole cartridge needs replacement to maintain accurate print output.
Why do PG-40 and CL-41 cartridges contain the printhead on the cartridge itself?
Canon FINE technology integrates the printhead into each PG and CL cartridge body, ensuring a fresh printhead mechanism is installed every time you replace an ink cartridge.
