HP Deskjet 1050 (J410a) Ink Cartridges
Your HP Deskjet 1050 (J410a) uses the HP 61 and 61XL ink cartridge series. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for this compact home printer since Aug 2010. Replacing standard 61 (CH561WA) black cartridges with high-yield 61XL (CH563WA) options significantly lowers per-page costs during routine family and student printing. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
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Expected page output and replacement cycles
Declared page yields for HP 61 cartridges are measured using ISO/IEC 24711 standard testing under continuous printing conditions. Actual output varies based on page coverage, photo frequency, and automatic cleaning cycles performed when powering on the printer.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | Standard | Black | 190 | $0.25 |
| 61 | Standard | Colour | 165 | $0.32 |
| 61XL | High Yield | Black | 480 | $0.21 |
| 61XL | High Yield | Colour | 330 | $0.33 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing between genuine and compatible options
Choosing compatible 61XL cartridges allows home users to reduce everyday printing expenses while maintaining clear text and bright colours. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Learn more in our genuine vs compatible cartridge guide.
Smart buying choices and fast shipping
For routine document printing, choosing 61XL (CH563WA) black or 61XL (CH564WA) tri-colour cartridges offers significantly better value than standard-capacity options. If you print mostly monochrome documents, keeping an extra high-yield black cartridge ready prevents project interruptions. Compatible cartridges carry a full money-back guarantee under our returns policy. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. We ship directly from local distribution centres in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide for quick delivery of your HP ink cartridges.
Expert Purchasing Tip
Because the HP 61 series integrates the printhead directly into the cartridge unit, every cartridge change refreshes the printer firing mechanism, helping eliminate faint lines or streakiness on well-used printers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I install a high-yield 61XL cartridge if my printer came with standard HP 61 cartridges?
Yes. HP 61 and 61XL cartridges share the exact same physical dimensions and fit into the same cartridge slots inside the HP Deskjet 1050 (J410a). The 61XL variant simply contains more ink inside the shell.
Why does my tri-colour cartridge indicate low ink even if I only print black text?
The HP Deskjet 1050 uses small amounts of tri-colour ink during periodic maintenance cycles to prevent the nozzles from drying out. Standard driver settings may also mix subtle amounts of colour ink with black to create rich black tones on grey images.
What happens when one colour depletes in the HP 61 tri-colour cartridge?
Because Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow are combined within a single physical cartridge, the complete tri-colour unit must be replaced once any single ink reservoir runs out, as individual colours cannot be replaced separately.
