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Think you got a great deal on a printer?
What’s the catch, you might have asked?  Most salesmen would say there is no catch.  They’d probably go into a rant about how the printer market has gotten more competitive, driving prices way down.  While that’s a true statement, it isn’t the primary reason for such inexpensive printers these days.

So, why are printers so inexpensive?  It’s pretty simple – printer manufacturers need you to buy their printer model so you’re forced into buying their outrageously-priced inkjet cartridges.
They don’t make any money on selling printers – they make their money by selling you the replacement ink cartridges.

It makes a lot of business sense when you think about it.  A consumer buys a printer every few years, but may buy ink as much as once every three months.  Printer manufacturers would much rather have this steady stream of income.  Consumers don’t factor ink cartridge costs into the equation when they buy a printer.  They look at the features and price tag.  Sure you’re getting a great printer and not paying a lot.  But if you use your printer on a fairly regular basis, the cost of ownership over a year or two soon begins to add up !!

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Tired of spending a fortune each year on expensive brand-name ink cartridges?  Our cheap compatible ink cartridges are an economical alternative to expensive OEM ink. All of our compatible ink cartridges are manufactured according to OEM specification, and will equal the same page yield as their OEM counterpart.  This means your paying 75% less for cartridges that are virtually identical to the ones that came with your printer.

Why not give us a try?  You have nothing to lose! If you’re not totally satisfied with your compatible  ink cartridges we’ll refund your money.  All of our printer supplies are 100% guaranteed.  Compatible ink cartridges are warranted to be free of defects in both materials and workmanship until the toner is depleted. The warranty covers any defects or malfunctions in your new ink cartridge. We will either replace products that prove to be defective or refund the purchase price.

Need help locating compatible ink cartridges for your printer?  We’ll be happy to assist you.If you are note sure which cartridge you need please send us an e-mail to sales@theinkteam.com and we will be happy to help you determine which cartridges work with your printer.

There are several options if you are looking for replacement ink cartridges. You can buy a brand new cartridge, purchase refurbished ink cartridges, or buy generic compatible ink cartridges.

Printer manufacturers charge exorbitant prices for brand name ink cartridges for printers. But why pay more when you can find the highest quality remanufactured and compatible replacement ink cartridges for much less?

The Ink Team carries compatible and remanufactured ink cartridges for printers at the lowest prices for HP, Epson, Canon, Lexmark and many other printers. All of our remanufactured and compatible ink cartridges for printers are manufactured without compromise in an ISO-9002 certified manufacturing facility and batch tested to ensure consistency.

Our products are OEM quality and come with our 100% guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with our compatible ink cartridges you can return them for a full refund.

It may sound overly simplistic, but the easiest way to prevent a clog is by using your printer on a regular basis. Experts suggest printing one page in colour per week to keep the ink flowing. Ink getting dried out is the most common cause of a clog. Another way to prevent clogs is keeping your printer free from debris and dirt. Never use a vacuum as it can have side effects on the “guts” of your printer. Another way to prevent clogs is to make sure your printer is not powered up unless you are using it. If it is on, the heat in the machine may cause ink to bleed onto the print head. If you won’t be using your printer for a while, before it gets packed away, be sure to remove the ink cartridges. Finally, never touch your print head with greasy or dirty hands, that can cause clogs as well.

1. Using your printer regularly is the best way to maintain consistent print quality. Clean your print head if you haven’t printed anything for some time.

2. Always use your printer’s power switch to shut off your printer. Powering down any other way can park your printhead improperly, making it vulnerable to drying out.

3. Remove, shake gently, and replace toner cartridges that seem to be running out of toner. You might get additional pages or jobs.

4. When printing from the Web, turn off images in your browser. Select “printable view” whenever possible.

5. Save time and toner by choosing “draft” or “economy” mode when you don’t need best-quality printouts.

Listed below are a few everyday problem that you may encounter:

Problem: “Ink and/or toner costs too much.”

Solution: The cheapest possibilities are to go with third-party remanufactured cartridges and toners.
If you know you are going to be printing a lot, sometimes a high-yield cartridge will do the trick even though it may cost more than a standard cartridge.If you take the time to work it out each page will cost less!

Problem: “My prints are too light, too spotty, or have horizontal lines.”

Solution:The cause of this problem is more than likely clogged or dirty print heads. Run your printer’s cleaning cycle if it has one. After that you can print a test page and see if the results are improved.

Problem: “My printer says my ink cartridge is empty. I think it’s lying.”

Solution: Treat messages about being out of ink like a grain of sand. In
actuality, some of the sensors in the cartridges are manufactured to “sound the alarm” before it is completely out. You can probably find a plethora of hacks around online from other people to bypass this inconvenience.

No matter if you are a student, casual home user, small business, or large business working on a project or everyday printing, few things can be as frustrating as seeing your print job marred by faded areas or streaks when you see your finished product. Here are some tips to keep your printer quality high and your frustrations low.

* Printer type – Brand name aside, there are certain things appropriate to most basic printers. Cleaning a larger printer is slightly different, but not dramatically so.

* Everyday printers – The majority of the time to keep a basic, everyday printer clean it simply needs to be wiped down on a regular basis. The only tricky part of this is match up the proper types of cleaning supplies to your printer. Do not try and clean your printer with cleaners not meant for it. Basically, avoid products that contain alcohol and other harsh products. One option is to use something like a baby wipe or a lightly damp towel that will not leave fibers behind. Never let water get into contact with the inside of a printer, no matter what the make or model.

* Cleaning process – Before you do any actual cleaning, it is very important to make sure that the printer is unplugged. The first step is to open the front of the printer and wipe it down making sure to check for and clean any dust, paper scraps or ink buildup. Once that is done, remove your ink cartridges and clean off any excess ink. If your printer is seldom used, it would also be a good idea to clean your print heads. Most often the software that came with your printer will have a function for cleaning them.

* Cleaning larger machines – To properly clean these machines, it is best to use a static-free vacuum with a motor unit that can be kept away from the printer. This is to ensure that no static shock is given off. The two seasons during which your printer is more at risk are winter, because the air is dry, and spring because of the pollen in the air.

Whether you are a consumer or small business owner, you’re probably looking for ways to save money without sacrificing quality. Opting to purchase a generic prescription for example can cost half as much (or less) yet it is identical in chemical composition to the equivalent brand name medication.

Purchasing generic ink cartridges instead of brand name cartridges for your inkjet printer is another great way to save. At The Ink Team our Cartridges our compatible replacement ink cartridges and are guaranteed to have the same quality and last as long as brand name cartridges, for the lowest prices.

All of our generic ink cartridge products undergo strict testing to make sure they meet or exceed our high standards. And if for any reason you are not satisfied, just let us know and we’ll make things right. Our 100% guarantee is our commitment to you that our generic replacement ink cartridges are the highest quality.

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