Canon PIXMA TS6260 Ink Cartridges
Your PIXMA TS6260 uses the PGI-680 / CLI-681 cartridge series, which separates text and image functions across two distinct black inks alongside three standard colours. Ink Depot has been supplying genuine consumables for this individual five-ink setup since Jan 2019, keeping mixed-use print runs efficient. Because the dye-based colour tanks drain at varying rates depending on whether you print graphics or vivid photos, buying separate single replacements prevents the premature disposal of perfectly usable ink.
Page yield expectations and matching print volume
Determining ink capacity depends entirely on the ISO/IEC 24711 international standard for inkjet page yields. This standard uses continuous test printing with standard text and graphic layouts to measure performance fairly. While the large pigment black tank handles documents, the dye-based colour tanks are designed for image rendering, meaning your actual lifespan fluctuates based on colour density and document types.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLI-681BK | Standard | Black | 1,500 | $0.012 |
| PGI-680BK | Standard | Black | 200 | $0.089 |
| CLI-681C | Standard | Cyan | 250 | $0.071 |
| CLI-681M | Standard | Magenta | 250 | $0.071 |
| CLI-681Y | Standard | Yellow | 250 | $0.071 |
| PGI-680XLBK | High Yield | Black | 400 | $0.071 |
| CLI-681XLBK | High Yield | Black | 3,120 | $0.009 |
| CLI-681XLC | High Yield | Cyan | 515 | $0.055 |
| CLI-681XLM | High Yield | Magenta | 515 | $0.055 |
| CLI-681XLY | High Yield | Yellow | 515 | $0.055 |
| PGI-680XXLBK | Extra High Yield | Black | 600 | $0.053 |
| CLI-681XXLBK | Extra High Yield | Black | 6,360 | $0.005 |
| CLI-681XXLC | Extra High Yield | Cyan | 760 | $0.045 |
| CLI-681XXLM | Extra High Yield | Magenta | 760 | $0.045 |
| CLI-681XXLY | Extra High Yield | Yellow | 760 | $0.045 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Document and image ink setups
Text printing pulls primarily from the large PGI-680 pigment black ink, while colour imaging relies entirely on the CLI-681 dye ink sets. Home users printing a mix of tickets, school projects, and occasional family photos benefit most by upgrading to XL or XXL variations, which significantly drop the running cost per page. If your printing patterns incline towards heavy text layouts, keeping a spare high-capacity pigment black cartridge prevents sudden down-time while your colour inks remain untouched. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99 (conditions apply), with all stock fulfilled quickly from our regional warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. To look at wider brand choices, check out our full Canon ink cartridges category page. Our standard Returns policy applies to every original cartridge order.
Pro Tip
Always let the printer complete its automated post-printing maintenance cycle before shutting down at the wall power point, as this seals the individual printhead nozzles and prevents remaining ink from drying out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does this printer use two separate black cartridges?
The system splits tasks between pigment ink and dye ink to improve performance across different media. The large PGI-680 black contains heavy pigment ink engineered specifically to bind with plain copy paper for sharp, smear-resistant text, while the slimmer CLI-681 black holds dye ink formulated exclusively for smooth gradations, rich contrast, and deep shadows on glossy photo papers.
Can I mix standard, XL, and XXL cartridges in the printer at the same time?
Yes, all physical sizes in this series feature identical slot form factors, meaning you can run an XXL black cartridge alongside standard capacity cyan, magenta, and yellow cartridges without causing alignment errors or detection issues.
What causes one specific colour cartridge to run out faster than others?
Dye-based printing blends specific ratios of cyan, magenta, and yellow to create the diverse hues seen in graphics or photographs. Printing images with dominant background tones, such as bright blue skies or warm skin tones, will deplete those specific colour tanks much faster than others, highlighting the economic advantage of the individual cartridge system.
