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This guide is for Canon printer owners seeking high-quality, reliable photo magenta ink. The key benefit is crisp, stable, and fade-resistant prints, especially when used with Canon photo paper. A potential caveat is that it's a dye-based ink, which may perform differently on various paper types compared to pigment inks. The Canon BCI-6 PM is an original ink cartridge designed for specific Canon inkjet printers, offering 11ml of photo magenta dye-based ink for vibrant document and photo printing.
| Colour | Pink |
|---|---|
| Model Part Number | 4710A002 |
| Brand | Canon |
The Canon BCI-6 PM cartridge offers an approximate page yield of up to 280 A4 pages, based on the ISO/IEC 24711 standard with 5% page coverage.
No, this BCI-6 PM cartridge is designed for a specific range of Canon inkjet printers. Please check the compatibility list in the 'Setup, Compatibility & Care' section or your printer's manual to ensure it works with your model.
Dye-based inks, like in the BCI-6 PM, generally offer brighter colors and better blending, ideal for photos and graphics. Pigment inks tend to be more fade-resistant and water-resistant, often preferred for text documents and archival purposes.
When printing photos with the BCI-6 PM cartridge, using genuine Canon photo paper that supports the ChromaPLUS system will help protect your prints from fading due to light exposure.
It is strongly recommended to use only genuine Canon ink cartridges in your printer. Mixing inks, especially different types (dye vs. pigment) or brands, can lead to poor print quality, color inaccuracies, and potential damage to the print head.
'Original' signifies that this is a genuine Canon manufactured ink cartridge, designed and tested to work seamlessly with compatible Canon printers, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
Store unused Canon BCI-6 PM cartridges in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Ensure they remain in their original, sealed packaging until ready for use.
Ensure the cartridge is correctly seated. Remove and reinsert it firmly. Check for any protective tape that may have been missed during installation. Clean the electrical contacts on both the cartridge and the printer carriage with a dry, lint-free cloth.
Perform a print head cleaning cycle through your printer's utility software. If the issue persists after multiple cleaning cycles, the cartridge may be low on ink or the print head may require professional service.
Consult your printer's manual for specific error code meanings. Often, this involves ensuring the correct cartridge model is installed or that a cartridge is properly seated. If it's a new cartridge, verify it's a genuine Canon BCI-6 PM.
Compatibility:
This BCI-6 PM ink cartridge is compatible with a specific range of Canon inkjet printers, including but not limited to:
Always confirm your printer model is listed for optimal performance.
Setup:
Care:
