Ink Printer Cartridge History


by Bob Mackey - Date: 2007-02-15 - Word Count: 372 Share This!

In 1984 the inkjet printer and ink printer cartridge were first introduced to the world. Instead of changing ribbons or struggling with laser toner, the inkjet printer cartridge was convenient and easy for anyone to change.

Before 1984 printers were of the dot matrix variety. They required a ribbon to be changed and were not very dependable. As technology marches on a new concept of drop on demand technology was invented for the ink printer cartridge. By 1990 this method was accepted by all printer and ink printer cartridge manufacturers. This is the printer technology of choice for the vast majority of consumers today. This printing method is available for black and white and color documents as well as photo printing.

Each inkjet printer will use a different cartridge for black and color. Some printers have different cartridges for each color, but those are usually photo printers. Each ink printer cartridge has the number and model numbers of the printers it will work with. It easy to find the right replacement cartridge for your printer. You can buy OEM (original equipment manufacturer) cartridges, refilled ink printer cartridges or refill your used cartridge yourself.

Kits to refill your ink printer cartridge are inexpensive and allow you save quite a bit of money but not buying a new replacement cartridge. Another option is to buy a remanufactured ink printer cartridge, which is when a third party company drills into the cartridge, fills it up, and reseals it. It is tested before being relabeled and sold. The lifetime and quality of printing are pretty much the same as an OEM ink printer cartridge, but at a substantial price discount. The warranty on your printer will not be affected, it will not be voided, by using remanufactured ink cartridges.

Inkjet printers and ink printer cartridges will be around for a long time due to their high quality printing and inexpensive prices. Make sure your printer lasts for a long time by buying cartridges from a reputable printer ink dealer. You can buy from a brick and mortar store or buy online. Most printer ink stores online offer substantial discounts and free shipping. It really makes the best use of your time and money to buy replacement ink printer cartridges online.


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