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AnonymousInactiveThe History of Printer Ink Cartridges
With the introduction of the inkjet
printer and printer ink cartridge in 1984, the task of printing your documents
and changing printer ink cartridges became more convenient, reliable and cleaner
than the previous methods of changing ribbons or inserting a toner cartridge.
Prior to 1984,the ink delivery systems were not as dependable as they are
now.The inkjet system replaced the old dot matrix method, which required
changing a ribbon. It wasn’t long before the printer industry began
conceptualizing a new ink delivery technique, including the drop on demand
method.Several companies were the driving forces behind developing the inkjet
technology, and by 1990 the method was widely accepted. Today it is the method
of choice for printing requirements, and will print both black and white
documents as well as color graphics and photos.The quality is excellent, thanks to the development of printer ink
cartridges.It is possible to print on many different sizes and types of paper,
fabric, film, etc. These printers are used in businesses, in schools and the
homes of millions of people worldwide.Each printer uses a specific printer ink cartridge, most often one each of
black and color. Each cartridge is given an identifying number and lists the
model number of each printer in which it can be used. While each printer
manufacturer recommends its own brand of printer ink cartridge, it is possible
to refill the cartridge yourself, or purchase a refilled, remanufactured or a
compatible cartridge.There are two types of refilled cartridges: You can do it yourself with a kit
that allows you to refill your own cartridge. Refill kits are available at a
very low price and are sometimes the choice of those who don’t mind doing the
filling in order to save money. The other alternative is to buy a refilled
cartridge from a manufacturer. This method involves drilling, filling and
sealing an empty cartridge.A remanufactured cartridge is an original printer ink cartridge that has been
taken apart and outfitted with ink and new parts if necessary. It is then
inspected and tested before being placed in the marketplace to re-sell. The
workmanship in these cartridges is usually guaranteed against defects during the
life of the cartridge. The lifetime is generally the same as the original, they
are safe to use in all printers, and the warranty on your printer will not be
affected. The cost is lower than the original.Another kind of cartridge that has evolved in recent years is the
“compatible” cartridge. Simply put, it is a cartridge that is built to the same
specifications as those of the original manufacturer and is generally cheaper
than the original. It is also guaranteed against defects during its lifetime.
Inkjet printers using printer ink cartridges have a bright future ahead,
thanks to their capability to produce high-quality printed material quickly and
inexpensively. The manufacturer’s printer ink cartridge is one option, and the
use of alternative printer ink cartridges is another option. When shopping for
printer ink cartridges, always buy from a reputable dealer. A huge inventory of
hundreds of types of cartridges can also be found by shopping on the Internet,
which is a convenient, safe and reliable method of finding the best deals on
printer ink cartridges. -
AuthorFebruary 24, 2005 at 9:53 AM
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