Refill your own cartridges!


  • Save Money...Drastically reduce cartridge costs.
  • Save Time...Don't run out of ink unexpectedly.
  • Save the environment...Less waste going in the landfill.
Are ink jet cartridges hard to refill?

NO! Most cartridges are quite simple to refill but will require some minor modification upon the first refill.(Usually just opening a vent hole diameter up slightly) All kits include any needed tools to complete the modification. Most cartridges can be refilled with a minimum of difficulty. Of course, some are easier than others. The Hewlett Packard 51629 black cartridges are among the most difficult to refill, but CAN be refilled successfully if you follow the instructions AND refill it when it runs out or just before. Don't let it sit empty or it won't work!

...but I've heard that they can leak out EVERYWHERE!!

We've all heard those horror stories about ink leaking all over house, but the fact is that the refill process is not messy at all! Most refills can be accomplished without spilling a drop, but it is always smart to take precautions when dealing with ink. After you have refilled your particular cartridge a few times you will have a better idea of how to refill it easily without making a mess.

Can I Refill The Same Cartridges From Now On?

No. Depending upon the cartridge type and usage you can normally refill them three to ten times before replacing it. The key is to keep it from drying out. Refilling before the cartridge runs out will yield the longest cartridge life.

How Do I Know When It Is Time For A New Cartridge?

After a time you will experience printing problems whether using a new or refilled cartridge. Normally running a printhead cleaning cycle per the instruction manual will correct the problem. If not, you may have an old dried out sponge in your cartridge. Try to saturate the sponge as much as possible to eliminate air pockets. Sometimes old sponges will just refuse to carry the ink no matter how full they are. In that case, it's time for a new one!
If you have a cartridge with a built-in printhead try soaking the printhead in a shallow pan of hot water for 5 or 10 minutes. This will loosen any old ink on the printhead.

Can I Use Any Ink In My Printer?

No! Each printer engine requires a specific ink formulation. Some printers and fax machines use the same printer engines (i.e. Canon 600-610-620/Apple Stylewriter Pro etc.) Not using the proper ink can damage your printer.