ink shelf life ? 2 year old OCP ink, hmmm......

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i have some unopened OCP PGI-BK ink that is nearly 2 years old. i know ink manufactures usually warranty a 2 year shelf life.

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- anyone using ink over 2 years old ??
- does the fact that it is unopened push the shelf life out further ?

hate to toss out 16oz of OCP ink. been using hobbicolors for 4+ years with great results. so if i have a problem won't know if its OCP ink or its ink age

thoughts ?

J

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If it's never been oppened till now it should be fine. Check it for any precipitation or odd look to it.
 

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jimbo123 said:
i have some unopened OCP PGI-BK ink that is nearly 2 years old. i know ink manufactures usually warranty a 2 year shelf life.

Qs
- anyone using ink over 2 years old ??
- does the fact that it is unopened push the shelf life out further ?

hate to toss out 16oz of OCP ink. been using hobbicolors for 4+ years with great results. so if i have a problem won't know if its OCP ink or its ink age

thoughts ?

J
Some of my inks are well over two years old and opened; I have not had any problems YET :hide
 
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