Archive for April, 2008

HP Ink Cartridges: Uncompromising Performance in Printing

Believe it or not; Johannes Gutenberg (a German-born goldsmith and printer), father of the European technology of printing with movable type took three years to print 200 copies of the Bible. Had it been applicable in the modern civilization, the path towards societal development is still to become a dream. It is quite natural that the printed papers may be a source of information, proposal for business expansion, or research project on national integration. But if an ink cartridge fails to give vivid look to a printed copy or if it takes longer time to print a document, possibly the source of information is in vain, posing a treat to development and prosperity of a nation. To avoid such an unpleasant incident, Hewlett-Packard, the largest worldwide seller of personal computers has introduced Ink Cartridges to deliver enhanced performance and print thousands of pages at the shortest possible time.

Laser Toner Cartridges are synonymous with Perfection in Printing

Perfection in anything is determined on the basis of its quality, durability and performance. Same is the case with a Laser Toner Cartridge.  It contains the powder toner that releases ink to develop print on paper. Such a cartridge is highly sophisticated, which can accomplish the demand of the consumers by producing approximately 4000 pages within 5% coverage. Exceptionally fast in delivering the output, a Laser toner cartridge is capable of possessing four toners at a time, which can be used separately to create maximum printing materials.

Recycled cartridges for a safer environment

The world is getting polluted day by day and it would have been inevitable to encounter adverse consequences of global warming shortly, if proper step should not be taken immediately. By using biodegradable items and cleaning the landfill areas in regular intervals, you can save the Earth and protect your environment from the harmful impacts of global warming. How does it possible? A simple reuse of inkjet cartridge will clear your doubt. Generally, an ink cartridge, the most sought after item for daily use either in offices, homes, educational institutions or commercial establishments is thrown out when it is emptied. But recycling or reusing of such a cartridge not only saves money but also protects the environment.

Innovative Use of empty cartridges

A cartridge is the soul of a printer. But after use, if it comes of no use; it is meaningless. However, if you think properly, a cartridge after its use can be used for other purposes.  A user can make some innovative application of the ready to thrown cartridge. It can be used as a pot to grow plant in it. Those who wish to have a plant growing in their own room can utilize the empty cartridge as the plant pot.

Specific cartridge, specific printer

Every printer is distinct in its functioning and requires specific type of cartridge. Some printer manufacturing companies have come up with their own cartridges. They make the cartridges as per the specific needs of the particular model of the printer. The companies manufacturing their own cartridges are HP, canon, Epson, Brother, Lexmark to name but a few.

Why Epson cartridges are different?

The Epson inkjet printers use the ‘piezoelectric crystal’ technique which is totally different from thermal type of printers. This technology is used in functioning of the cartridge. It forces the ink in the nozzle with the electrifying crystals to put the right amount of ink at right place on the paper. The major difference in piezoelectric crystal technology from the thermal method is it uses the crystals that move upon electronic impulses. The unused ink is returned to the reservoir by the use of electro magnetic effect.

Hp cartridges and HP Printers

An array of printers is available in the market depending the requirements of the user. Various printer manufacturing companies have come up with a number of designs in printers; each different from the other one either in design or in output. Similarly, the cartridge requirements of each printer are different. Hewlett Packard for instance has introduced a range of cartridges for its printer models after considering the varied needs of users and enterprises.. According to a survey by PC magazine, Hewlett Packard is ranked number one in terms of product reliability.

An Empty Cartridge is not always empty.

There are situations when your printer indicates that the cartridge you use is running out of ink but it actually is not empty. From some studies, it has been proved that cartridges of various companies are indicated empty by the printer itself after using only a few percentage of the cartridge. There are brands, who claim that their printers are more efficient in utilizing the cartridge and in identifying its true potential. It is suggested that when your printer indicates the cartridge as empty, remove the cartridge from the printer and place it again. Then give the print command and you will be able to take some more print out from the same cartridge. In fact, you can follow this practice for a couple of times until the cartridge is actually empty. By following this practice, a user can save a good amount of his money and face emergency situation as well.

Consider the Yielding Capacities of Cartridges

A user often gets confused in choosing the right kind of cartridge for his printer. A variety of cartridges are available in the market. All cartridges differ from each other in some or the other way. Yielding capacity of the cartridge is one measure of choosing the required piece of cartridge for the printer. Three types of yielding varieties are available in the market namely: high yielding, standard yielding and moderate yielding.

How to Replace a Cartridge?

A cartridge is a very delicate component of any printer. It needs to handled and inserted carefully in the printer. A set of certain steps are important to follow while removing the old cartridge and placing the new cartridge into the printer. These certain steps can be:-

Save Money by Measuring Ink Coverage

The printer manufacturing companies are now offering latest models of printers at low cost. But the cost of cartridges is still high. Therefore, people keep on finding alternative options of getting cheap cartridges. Everyone try to save the money spent in cartridges as it is the constant requirement of every printer.

Buy cartridges in bulk to earn bugs

Refilled cartridges are quite cheaper than the OEM cartridges but if you require cartridges in a regular basis, then every next week or fortnight you need to approach the market to get the cartridge refilled. But you could save a lot of money if you make a bulk purchase of ink for the printer and fill the cartridge by yourself.