HP Smart Tank 5105 Ink Bottles
Your HP Smart Tank 5105 uses the 31XL, 32XL ink bottles consisting of individual high-capacity black, cyan, magenta, and yellow ink bottles. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for this tank-based printer since Jul 2025. Because this continuous ink system relies on manual refills, most users wait until multiple reservoirs run low before acquiring full bundle sets to secure uninterrupted operation. Our 4.8 Google Star rating shows that our customers consistently receive high-quality cartridges backed by reliable performance.
Expected page output and replacement cycles
These high-capacity ink bottles are designed for extensive printing intervals, maintaining consistent volume output across all individual colours before requiring a top-up. Page yields are determined by the manufacturer based on the ISO/IEC 24712 international standard for continuous ink systems.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | Standard | Cyan | 8,000 | $0.003 |
| 31 | Standard | Magenta | 8,000 | $0.003 |
| 31 | Standard | Yellow | 8,000 | $0.003 |
| 32XL | High Yield | Black | 6,000 | $0.004 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing between genuine and compatible options
Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. You can read a complete breakdown of how third-party continuous refill options perform alongside original manufacturer supplies by visiting our genuine vs compatible cartridges comparison guide.
Managing your print heads
This tank printer relies on replaceable M0H50AA and X4E75AA print heads to transfer ink from the internal reservoirs onto the page. Experience Tip: If your text looks faint or lines are missing despite full ink reservoirs, running a built-in automated print head cleaning cycle via the HP software can clear dried ink deposits without needing tools.
Best way to stock these cartridges
For households printing mainly text document workloads, keeping a spare high-capacity black bottle on hand covers the bulk of usage. When working with colour documents, purchasing complete multi-bottle value bundles offers the most convenient replenishment method. Our compatible replacement bottles come backed by a complete money-back guarantee for absolute peace of mind. We process and ship orders directly from local distribution centres situated in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99 (conditions apply). Browse our complete range of HP ink bottles today to restock your workspace.
Pro Tip
Always top up your ink reservoirs before the fluid level drops below the lower indicator line on the front of the printer to prevent air bubbles from getting trapped inside the internal ink delivery tubes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mix compatible ink bottles with genuine HP ink bottles inside the tanks?
Yes, you can safely pour compatible refill ink into a reservoir that still contains remnants of genuine ink without experiencing chemical coagulation or print head clogs.
Why does my printer show an ink alert when the physical ink tanks are completely full?
Unlike traditional cartridges, this tank printer does not automatically read physical fluid levels; you must manually reset the ink monitoring system through the printer control panel or software app whenever you refill a reservoir.
How do I know when it is time to replace the physical print heads rather than just buying more ink?
If your print quality remains poor or shows broken lines after performing multiple automated system cleanings, and the ink reservoirs are full, the internal heaters in the M0H50AA or X4E75AA print heads have likely degraded and require replacement.
