Canon PIXMA MX526 Ink Cartridges
Shop ink cartridges for your Canon PIXMA MX526, which uses the Canon PG-640 and CL-641 ink cartridge series. The PIXMA MX526 is a compact wireless all-in-one printer engineered for home office printing, copying, and scanning. Ink Depot has been supplying consumables for this printer since Apr 2013. Switching from standard PG-640 black cartridges to high-yield PG-640XXL options drastically reduces printing costs during routine document runs. Our 4.8 Google Star rating shows that our customers consistently receive high-quality cartridges backed by reliable performance.
Expected page output and replacement cycles
Page yields for the PG-640 black and CL-641 tri-colour series are measured under ISO/IEC 24711 testing standards using standard 5% print coverage. Text-heavy document printing depletes the black cartridge quickly, making high-capacity options far more practical for everyday home office tasks.
| 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 options
Compatible PG-640XL and CL-641XL cartridges offer a budget-friendly alternative to original Canon consumables while matching standard page output. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. To understand performance, shelf life, and warranty details, explore our detailed guide comparing genuine vs compatible cartridges.
Best way to stock these cartridges
For document-heavy workflows, choosing the PG-640XXL extra high-yield black cartridge yields the lowest per-page cost. If printing mixed graphics or photos, pairing an XL black cartridge with a CL-641XL colour cartridge ensures balanced replacement intervals. Compatible options include a money-back guarantee should any issues arise. Review our complete returns policy for full coverage details. 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 to order replacement stock.
Pro Tip
The CL-641 series combines cyan, magenta, and yellow into a single cartridge housing. If your print work regularly uses one specific shade, that hue will exhaust first, requiring replacement of the entire tri-colour cartridge even if other colours remain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I install a PG-640XXL black cartridge alongside a standard CL-641 colour cartridge?
Yes. The standard, XL, and XXL cartridge variants share identical physical external dimensions and lock into the same carrier slots inside the PIXMA MX526. You can freely mix standard and high-yield cartridges based on your usage requirements.
Why does the CL-641 tri-colour cartridge report low ink when only one colour runs out?
Because cyan, magenta, and yellow share a single cartridge body, the printer monitors all three internal ink chambers. Once any single colour reservoir drops below the minimum operating threshold, the cartridge must be replaced to prevent incomplete colour mixing on printed pages.
How does the integrated printhead on PG-640 and CL-641 cartridges benefit output quality?
Each PG-640 and CL-641 cartridge features a built-in printhead nozzle array. Replacing the cartridge installs a fresh printhead mechanism, ensuring consistent line sharpness and preventing permanent nozzle degradation inside the printer itself.
