Storing OEM Canon Cartridges

[bkim84]

I need a method to store the oem canon cartridges, I now want to switch to the hobbicolors ink, but have some oem cartridges. I do not want them to dry out, what method should I use to store the cartridges?

 

[Hendo]

Hi bkim84,

Use the OEM first before you switch to hobbicolor.

 

[fotofreek]

and then refill the OEM's as well as any other carts you have for this printer. OEM carts work great for refilling.

 

[bkim84]

I wanted to keep the OEM just in case. The hobbicolors seem to be easier to refill and I already have the kit. Do you guys still recommend me completely using the OEM?

 

[on30trainman]

When I got my newest printer (Canon ip6000D) I ran a few prints using the OEM cartridges until the refill kit came from Hobbicolors. I just used the orange caps that snap off the cartridges to reseal the partially used Canon cartridges. I used rubber bands to securely hold on the caps. Also, I retaped the air channel over the sponge chamber with a piece of Scotch type tape. This should seal the cartridge enough to keep it from drying out.
My reason was apparently the same as yours - to have some Canon OEM ink available if ever needed. Hopefully this will seal the cartridges until I ever need or want to use them.

Steve W.

 

[fotofreek]

Either way works. When I set up my wife's ip5000 I set the OEM carts aside still sealed and used some carts I had refilled with Computer Friends inks. I had a 2 oz set of CF unused from a purchase almost two years ago. I'll use MIS ink in hers when the CF runs out. CF and MIS are reputed to be the same - both possibly from Imaging Specialists.