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HP ink cartridges are expensive partially because of the materials and quality of materials used. They are also expensive due to being a name brand, as well as the amount of ink per cartridge.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoInk companies claim that they fairly price their cartridges according to the costs of making the ink and cartridge. Some ink companies also place a chip inside so the printer can track the amount of ink remaining.
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∙ 12y agoMost individuals that are shopping for printers, do not think about how much the ink cartridges will cast. This is something that should be researched before shopping and considered before buying a specific pinter. The design of the cartridges that are used for printer ink are patented and therefore the manufacturers virtually have a monopoly. They therefore are free to set prices that will assure them a good profit margin.
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Cartridges have many microscopic nozzles, viscosity and color applications. But manufacturers tend to “give away” their printers, and make their money on the ink purchases.
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What is the average cost of HP printer ink cartridges?
HP printer ink cartridges can range in price depending on the type so there is no real average. The standard ink cartridges that are used in most household printers range in price from $15 to $40 and the combo pack cartridges range from $40 to $75.
Where can I find cheap HP printer ink cartridges?
Amazon.com has very good deals on toner cartridges. There are so many to choose from. The customer service from amazon is wonderful I have seen forces that would beat any of the big box stores
What type of ink does the hp 2500 printer use?
HP Photosmart printers use the line of HP 564 ink. Any of the Photosmart printers can be fitted with a HP 564 Black Ink Cartridge, HP 564 Photo Ink Cartridge, HP 564 Cyan Ink Cartridge, HP 564 Magenta Ink Cartridge, HP 564 Yellow Ink Cartridge, HP 564XL Black Ink Cartridge, HP 564XL Photo Ink Cartridge, HP 564XL Cyan Ink Cartridge, HP 564XL Magenta Ink Cartridge, or a HP 564XL Yellow Ink Cartridge.
How come the magenta HP ink cartriges are so much more expensive than black or yellow?
All these color cartridges cost identical and the difference if any should be very minor, for same volume of ink.
Is the ink for hp photosmart printers expensive?
Ink for hp photosmart printers is not expensive. There are many places to obtain ink at lower prices that make it reasonable. This type of ink can dry out, so it is prudent to not stock it.
Can I buy brother lc61 ink cartridges in bulk?
There is a website called: www.4injects.com/Sale. They have lots of ink cartridges that you are looking for and they are not so expensive. Check that website out.
Where can one get a discount on ink cartridges for business use?
HP Business Inkjet The tanks are transparent so you can see that they are visibly FULL! And the You here so much negativity about after market ink "USE ONLY GENUINE HP INK"
What are ink refill kits and where do I get them?
Ink refill kits are used to refill cartridges for your printer ink. It is a less expensive way to keep your cartridges filled. I do not know where you live so can't help you find them in your local mall.
Buying an HP 21 ink cartridge?
If you own an HP Deskjet or Officejet model printer, you may want to stock up on a few HP 21 black ink cartridges. These cartridges are available online at Newegg.com in single packages for $15.99 and as pairs for $26.99. They are also sold by HP through its online store at shopping.hp.com. HP 21 cartridges are not compatible with every HP printer, so be sure to check your printer's model number and match it with its proper ink cartridge model before buying.
Why are LaserJet 4 toner cartridges so expensive?
All toner cartridges for printers are expensive. The cost of obtaining the toner ink and the process for putting the toner ink into the cartridges is very high. The only way for the companies to turn a profit from manufacturing and selling such items is to sell them above their cost.
Where to Find Xprint Ink Cartridges?
Many Xprint ink cartridges can be located for sale on the internet. Online retailers can usually have a vast supply of ink cartridges for sale due to the incredible amount of people in the public who want to buy these items. Printer ink can get expensive, so people often comparison shop for it.
Which company refills HP Deskjet ink cartridges?
The HP Deskjet inkjet printers are manufactured by the Hewlett-Packard company. The HP is an abbreviation of this company's name so any computer hardware with that tag will have been made by that same company.
