DIY Refillable Canon Ink Cartridges: Sponge Mod for PG-245 CL-246 PG-243 CL-244 XL

We showed how to make a refillable cartridge (with sponge) from either starter cartridge or used empty Canon cartridges.

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CHAPTERS:
00:01 Introduction
00:58 What do the Model Numbers Mean?
01:55 Lesson 1: Printing
02:58 Lesson 2: Sponge and Overfilling
03:58 Lesson 3: Ink Level
05:44 DIY Instructions:
06:30 Step One: Opening
08:58 Step Two: Modifying
10:14 Colored Ink Cartridges
11:39 Step Three: Priming
14:50 Putting the Cartridges Back in the Printer

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[suesee]

I bought these 2 sets ..just got them few days ago, i had to go buy canon cartridges cause the ones i had were remanufactured and did not fit .I am so excited to use them when i run out....I live in Ontario Canada and they came within 3 weeks, and Kevin got back to me within hours of contacting support through the web site .Best information and Keven explains what to do in full detail which is great for a beginner like me .very pleased i found Kevin, will be saving a lot of money as well as my mom. Thank You Kevin .

[kurtminges]

I wish I found/watched this guy first, ,This is way better instructions than came with the refill kit I bought

[imtorrescarlos]

I love the content here, and the shop, I use them for many things, you have been teaching us about CISS, and it's really simple when you follow your directions, cause 1st time i did it I got a BIG ink stain. I followed your directions, and now, I just get those big ink bottles, for like 100 dollars per order, but it lasts for a LONG time

[dulceflor]

wow I just received my shipment and it was so fast and easy to change. I really love the video instructions. Thanks :D

[gersonmartinez]

That seems like a lot of work for just a plate of food, but a lot of good info! Thanks!

[amyoungil]

"I'm a wiper." "Here's a quiz." Hahah. Thanks Kevin!

[jericsm]

what's the difference between refilling it from the bottom (as what you did with the black) as opposed to filling it from the top (like what you did with the color?) thanks for the tutorials, really learning a lot. ordered a set for 745/746, hoping all goes well.

[samanthashah]

How many times can the sponge be refilled before noticing sponge fatigue and having to purchase another modification kit?

[MamaWolfof]

Hi, I love your videos, both for your clear style of teaching and your motivation for helping people. Thank you very much.
I own a fairly new, just a few months old Cannon TS5322. I’m dealing with daily malfunctions but can’t identify if it’s the printer, my wife service or the faulty wiring in my apartment building that keeps dropping voltage. It seems that there are very limited options for the PG-275/CL-276 cartridges. I’m wondering if it would be wiser to purchase a printer that uses PG-245 & CL-246.

I’d really appreciate your thoughts on the idea. I’m not currently a student but I’m hoping to be next year.

Thank you for your time.

[hupsiang]

Thx Kelvin, yr video help me to revive my canon, at least it's not dead yet, I started with to scan with ink function, yet to try revive the ink cartridge, I nearly throw it away after computer shop says not worth repair

[babanatalie]

How many pages can you print continuously without damaging the printer head? I've seen some say let the printer rest after 100pages. What's your take?

[dylanjnr]

Lovely video, just found it today. I just have a ?n you sew like how you put dye ink instead if the pigment black can you do that for the colour? Which is refilling them with all pigment inks? Will it work and how long may that last me? Basically i want to use only pigment inks

[willali]

It is nice video thanks,
The black ink is not working do you know why?

[oussochou]

Hello Sir

I bought 445, 446 new ink cartridges because the old ones were used for a year refill but dead....

Now the printer is not recognizing the new genuine cartriges

Can you help me with a solution ?
How to trick the printer accepting them?
Anyway to reset it?

I am using MG2540, i also have MG2440

Appreciating your usual support

[ChibiKeruchan]

20:22 ... so we can use Pigment ink on Black cartridge right? coz I don't see anyone doing it on youtube.. not a single one.
but I really really want to use pigment ink on the black coz I needed it on printing long lasting barcodes and QR codes

[vojtac]

I can´t buy priming kit. Can I prime by using deep cleaning?

[hellooli]

So if I buy both kits i will get the plastic little boxes that fit into the cartridge and have sponges in it?

[ethansmith]

11:55 Thanks for good laugh. Very informative video, was thinking about getting refill kit with drill but this look much better option.

[abusines]

What happened to the BCH spongeless cartridges?I followed the link to BCH placed them in my cart ($19.99) then they were gone and are $126.00! So is the link replaced by adds for canon ink cartridges, oh well don' t need refill ink now.

[teresamontes]

Where can I buy the clear refillable cartilage for my Canon TR 4500