Anyone tried to refill an ink cartridge?

[BlueFalcon]

Like https://www.amazon.co.uk/live/video/16ff17d120184ca589e48afe7f1019ad?ref_=cm_sw_cp_r_ib_dt_F55KpZJTm4jI0
Has anyone done it successfully

[Inland Aidan]

Some. But not infinite so I had to buy new/refilled cartridges to then refill. 2-3 times mostly. I dont know if its because its an  HP refill. I bought This ink for my HP

[KnotKnull]

It will get very messy fast

[TeaAndCode72]

Yes mine leaked in my printer

[Sinead_47]

Ive not tried it. but the video looks useful

[Luca76]

That matches what the more reliable sources are saying. This feels like one of those topics where the longer term effect matters more than the daily noise.

That is my read on it anyway.

A lot of Windows issues sort themselves with a fresh install of drivers

[StormForge89]

Not sure about that part. Good stuff.

Always rule out the obvious before going further.

[Foundry69]

That checks out from what I have seen. The thing that actually helped me was checking what changed just before the problem started.

Happy to help further if you get stuck.

Always rule out the obvious before going further

[Cass_9]

Refilling cartridges can work, but the trick is not treating every printer the same. Some older models are surprisingly easy to refill, while newer ones seem designed to detect anything except an expensive replacement cartridge.

[Sinead]

The first thing I would check is whether the cartridge actually has a refill port. Some have a simple plug under the label, others need a small hole made and sealed afterwards. Getting the right refill kit for the exact model makes a huge difference.

[Gunther29]

Done it a few times with mixed results. The ink itself is usually not the problem, it is the chip on the cartridge that causes headaches. You can have a perfectly full cartridge that the printer decides is empty because the counter was not reset.

[SystemWarden64]

One tip that saved me a lot of mess was not overfilling. The first attempt involved ink everywhere and a printer that looked like it had lost a fight with a paint pot. Less is definitely more with these.

[RogueDepot]

Refilling makes sense if you print regularly, especially for documents. For occasional home use, the time spent cleaning nozzles and troubleshooting can sometimes cost more than just buying a compatible cartridge.

[CosmicRay67]

The best success I had was with a refillable cartridge system rather than repeatedly filling the original ones. Once set up, it was much less hassle and the cost per page dropped a lot.

[MondayMoan31]

People often blame the cartridge when the real issue is dried ink in the print head. Before throwing anything away, run a cleaning cycle and print a test page. A cartridge change will not fix a blocked nozzle.

[NeverQuitRoss81]

Not a fan of the newer cartridges that make this difficult. Paying for a tiny amount of plastic and ink while the printer complains about a chip feels a bit ridiculous

[Luca]

Refilling is one of those jobs where preparation matters. Gloves, paper towels, the correct ink type, and a bit of patience will save a lot of frustration. Trying it at the kitchen table with no protection is how disasters happen

[ElectricPilgrim]

Anyone attempting it for the first time should probably refill outside the printer. Ink has a magical ability to appear in places you did not know existed.

[BretHart_Mike]

Some people make refilling sound like a five minute job, but there is a learning curve. The first few attempts can be messy, but once you understand your cartridge model it gets much easier.

[GoalMachine]

Had good luck refilling an old Canon cartridge years ago. It lasted through loads of printing, but when the printer was replaced the new one was far less friendly to third party options.

[Kieron]

Would agree with checking what changed before assuming the cartridge is dead. A lot of printing problems start after a software update, a long period without use, or a settings change.

[Jordan_68]

The biggest improvement for me was switching to a printer designed around refillable tanks. The upfront price was higher, but after a few years the savings and reduced hassle were obvious.

[Western Depot]

The cheap refill bottles can be tempting, but quality varies. A poor ink match can cause faded prints, colour shifts, or clogged heads, so it is worth spending a little more on a decent kit.

[DarkFreddy65]

Refilled cartridges worked well for my basic paperwork needs. Would probably avoid them for important photo printing though, because colour accuracy and consistency matter much more there.

[HiggsField]

One thing worth checking is whether the cartridge uses pigment or dye ink. Using the wrong type can lead to poor results even if the refill itself goes smoothly.