HP Deskjet D4260 Ink Cartridges
Your HP Deskjet D4260 uses the HP 74 and 75 cartridge series. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for this compact home inkjet printer since Jan 2007. Replacing standard 74 (CB335WA) black ink with high-yield 74XL (CB336WA) cartridges reduces cost per page substantially during regular text printing. Our 4.8 Google rating proves it: we consistently supply premium cartridges backed by rock-solid reliability.
Expected Page Output and Replacement Cycles
Page yields for HP 74 and 75 ink cartridges are calculated using ISO/IEC 24711 standard testing protocols for continuous inkjet printing. Standard 74 (CB335WA) cartridges output roughly 220 pages, whereas 74XL (CB336WA) high-capacity alternatives deliver up to 750 pages, making high-yield options far more cost-effective for frequent document printing.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74 | Standard | Black | 220 | $0.21 |
| 75 | Standard | Colour | 170 | $0.36 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing Between Genuine and Compatible Options
Compatible 74XL (CB336WA) and 75XL (CB338WA) ink cartridges offer a dependable alternative to OEM products, providing high page yields at a lower cost. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Read our detailed guide on genuine vs compatible cartridges to help choose the best fit for your home printing.
Managing Your Print Setup and Ordering Options
If you print mainly black text documents, select 74XL (CB336WA) cartridges for better value and fewer replacements. If you print photos or colour graphics, pairing a 74XL black with a 75XL (CB338WA) tri-colour cartridge gives optimal balance. All compatible cartridges come backed by a money-back guarantee if they do not meet performance expectations; review our returns policy for complete coverage. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99, dispatched quickly from our warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Explore our full range of HP ink cartridges today.
Cartridge Buying Tip
Because tri-colour 75 (CB337WA) cartridges combine cyan, magenta, and yellow into a single unit, printing image-heavy pages with dominant colour tones can deplete one shade faster than the others, requiring the entire cartridge to be replaced even if other colours remain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I install a 74XL high-yield cartridge if my Deskjet D4260 came with a standard 74 cartridge?
Yes, the 74XL (CB336WA) cartridge shares the exact same physical dimensions as the standard 74 (CB335WA). It simply contains more ink internally, allowing it to drop directly into the print carriage without any printer modifications.
Why does my tri-colour 75 cartridge indicate low ink even when I rarely print in colour?
The HP Deskjet D4260 uses a small amount of colour ink from the 75 (CB337WA) cartridge during routine printhead maintenance cycles to prevent the nozzle jets from clogging. Additionally, standard text print jobs often mix minute amounts of colour ink into dark areas to produce richer black tones unless grayscale or black ink only is manually selected in the driver.
Does the HP Deskjet D4260 require separate printhead replacements?
No. The printhead mechanism is built directly into the base of each 74 and 75 series ink cartridge. Every time you install a new black or tri-colour cartridge, you replace the firing nozzles, ensuring clean print performance without needing separate maintenance components.
