HP Photosmart D7160 Ink Cartridges
Shop ink cartridges for your HP Photosmart D7160, which uses the HP 02 ink cartridges series. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for this printer since Aug 2026. Designed as a dedicated 6-colour photo printing system, ink consumption on the D7160 varies significantly depending on skin tones and image highlights, with light cyan C8774WA and light magenta C8775WA often running low faster during portrait printing. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
Expected Page Output and Ink Usage
HP 02 individual cartridges are rated in accordance with ISO/IEC 24711 testing standards. In photo printing environments, page yield varies based on image density, colour distribution, and print quality settings. Photo output consumes light cyan and light magenta inks at different rates than standard document text.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 | Standard | Black | 480 | $0.013 |
| 02 | Standard | Cyan | 350 | $0.016 |
| 02 | Standard | Light Cyan | 350 | $0.016 |
| 02 | Standard | Magenta | 350 | $0.016 |
| 02 | Standard | Light Magenta | 350 | $0.016 |
| 02 | Standard | Yellow | 350 | $0.016 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Compatible cartridges.
Premium Compatible HP 02 Options
Our compatible HP 02 cartridges deliver clear photographic output while reducing ongoing printing expenses. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Learn more in our genuine vs compatible cartridges guide.
Stocking Options and Delivery Details
If you print detailed portraits or landscapes, purchasing a multi-pack bundle containing C8721WA black and C8771WA through C8775WA colour cartridges prevents uneven ink depletion from stalling print jobs. All compatible cartridges are backed by our money back guarantee if they do not perform as expected. For easy returns, review our returns policy. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. We despatch quickly from fast-fulfilment warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Browse our full range of HP ink cartridges today.
Pro Tip
Because the Photosmart D7160 uses a recirculating ink pump, leaving the printer powered on allows automatic micro-maintenance cycles to prevent nozzle clogs without wasting excessive ink during manual head cleanings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my HP Photosmart D7160 run out of light cyan or light magenta faster than other colours?
Light cyan (C8774WA) and light magenta (C8775WA) are heavily utilised in rendering subtle gradients, skin tones, and bright sky background details. High-resolution photo prints rely on these light inks for smoother tonal transitions, which depletes them faster during photographic printing.
Can I print with only black ink if one of the HP 02 colour cartridges is empty?
No, the HP Photosmart D7160 requires all six HP 02 ink cartridges to have sufficient ink levels to initiate a print job. The micro-pump printing system maintains hydraulic pressure across all channels to protect printhead nozzles from drying out or drawing in air.
How do multipack bundles help manage 6-colour ink systems?
6-colour photo systems rarely exhaust all cartridges evenly. Buying a full multipack bundle ensures you have C8721WA, C8771WA, C8772WA, C8773WA, C8774WA, and C8775WA on hand, allowing immediate replacement of whichever individual cartridge runs out during a photographic print run.
