HP Photosmart Pro B8300 Ink Cartridges
Shop ink cartridges for your HP Photosmart Pro B8300, which uses the HP 96 and 97 ink cartridges series. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for this printer since Sep 2009. The B8300 is an A3+ wide-format printer engineered for producing detailed photo prints and large marketing collateral. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance. Opting for multi-packs like the 96/97 bundle (C8767WA/C9363WA) helps maintain full colour balance during continuous wide-format print runs.
Expected page output and replacement cycles
Page yields for HP photo cartridges are based on standard ISO/IEC testing methodologies at 5% page coverage. When printing A3 borderless photos, actual ink depletion happens much faster due to dense photographic ink coverage across all colour channels.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95 | Standard | Colour | 260 | $0.19 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing between genuine and compatible cartridges
Using compatible ink cartridges offers a cost-effective alternative for routine printing without compromising output quality. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Learn more in our genuine vs compatible cartridge guide to select the best option for your output requirements.
Managing your ink replacement setup
If you print primarily text documents, stocking up on high-yield 96 (C8767WA) black ink is ideal. For photo output, combining standard 95 (C8766WA) or 97 (C9363WA) colour cartridges in bundle packs ensures consistent colour balance. All compatible options come backed by our risk-free guarantee, outlined in our returns policy. 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 HP ink cartridges today.
Pro Tip: Integrated Printhead Design
HP 95 (C8766WA), 96 (C8767WA), and 97 (C9363WA) cartridges incorporate the thermal printhead directly into the cartridge housing. Replacing the cartridge replaces the printhead mechanism, restoring clean ink flow and fine drop placement for detailed photo output.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use both standard HP 95 and high-capacity HP 97 colour cartridges in the Photosmart B8300?
Yes, both HP 95 (C8766WA) and HP 97 (C9363WA) fit the same colour cartridge slot inside the B8300. The HP 97 simply holds more ink, making it a better choice for high-volume photo printing.
Why does wide-format photo printing deplete tri-colour cartridges faster than standard document printing?
Wide-format A3 prints consume significantly more ink per page because photos require dense ink coverage across the paper, whereas standard text documents average only 5% page coverage.
What happens if one colour runs out inside an HP 95 or 97 tri-colour cartridge?
Because cyan, magenta, and yellow share a single physical cartridge, the entire unit must be replaced once any single colour channel empties to maintain proper colour balance in your prints.
