Hi palombian, that's very interesting indeed to hear about the print-head issues on the 525 / 526 generation.
That was below my radar.
It's totally logical that it's more likely to be an issue on a higher def photo print head as opposed to a more document biased machine,
That's where the advice I got on the Maxify range on this forum was so spot on for my requirements.
I was sorely tempted by one as I'm certain they would be brilliant regarding refilling & durability.
I really can't complain about the MP600 PGI5 / CLI8 print head apart from the unavailability of a replacement when I needed a new one.
They lasted very well, didn't have regular or insurmountable blockage problems and were straightforward enough to take out and clean.
My gut feeling is the mega tank series may fall somewhere in between as my impression is they are still aimed mainly at home users albeit those who are likely to print often and a lot.
It gives Canon another revenue stream if the print heads are not especially durable, however, I'm sure they are also mindful they can't unduly milk & piss off their loyal customers with underhand tactics.
I think print head lifespan on a photo printer is always, by definition, going to be compromised which is why I will probably invest in a backup print head (after I receive my 2 TS5050's) which I'm sure will remain a saleable item for a long time if not needed.
Hi PeterBJ, I hadn't realised the rear paper feed has be absent from the previous generation.
If I had to have only a single paper feed, then a rear feed is precisely what I would opt for.
It keeps things simple, so less to go wrong.
I use the rear paper feed on my MP600 nearly all the time although the front cassette is a nice touch.
The rear paper feed is so convenient to recycle A4 that has already been printed on one side.
I will probably just cover the rear paper feed with A4 paper in it with a thin lightweight black polyester cover to keep the dust out.
I will endeavour to try to remember to conclude this thread with a review of the Canon TS5050 with any print head blockages or failures it may suffer from.
From a prospective buyer's point of view, this may not be much use as the model range seems to change so fast so they not be available much longer, especially as Canon must be aware that the 570 / 571 carts & chips are totally hacked for us re-fillers and the WIC reset 5204 service tool is out in the wild.
If I or anybody else find an easy neat way to divert the waste ink to an external tank, then Canon will really be up against it making much money from some customers so I wouldn't be surpised to see it withdrawn from sale / superseded very soon.
In fact, I wouldn't be totally surprised if the printers I have ordered become unavailable, as they are not in stock at Amazon at the moment, hence the delayed delivery date and the fact that Amazon has not yet even debited my card.
Treby.
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