Original Canon 1287C001 PG-243 Ink Cartridge - Black - 180 Page Yield ( )
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This Canon PG-243 cartridge utilizes inkjet print technology specifically designed for Canon's thermal bubble jet printing system. The black pigment formulation produces dense, sharp text with excellent edge definition and minimal feathering on porous paper surfaces.
The cartridge integrates seamlessly with Canon's printer firmware for accurate ink level monitoring and automatic print head maintenance routines. This helps prevent clogging and ensures consistent print quality throughout the cartridge's usable life.
Relevant factors for this section include Print Technology, Print Color, Typical Print Yield, Compatibility. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
The Canon PG-243 Original Ink Cartridge provides several advantages over aftermarket alternatives, including guaranteed compatibility, consistent print quality, and protection of your printer's warranty.
These strengths make the product easier to deploy and manage in real environments, especially where reliability, usability, and day-to-day operational continuity matter. Notable benefits include Genuine Canon Quality, Productive Yield.
Genuine Canon Quality
Original Canon ink formulation ensures optimal performance, print head compatibility, and reliable ink flow throughout the cartridge's entire usable capacity.
- Maintains printer warranty
- Prevents print head damage
- Consistent color density
Productive Yield
With a 180-page typical yield, this cartridge supports extended printing sessions for documents, forms, and basic graphics without frequent replacement.
- Reduces change frequency
- Cost-effective per page
- Minimizes printing interruptions
Deployment / Use Cases
The Canon PG-243 black ink cartridge is ideal for home offices, small businesses, and educational environments where reliable document printing is essential. Its 180-page yield makes it suitable for printing correspondence, school assignments, basic forms, and everyday text documents.
This cartridge works with multiple Canon PIXMA printer models including the IP2820, MX492, MG2420, MG2520, MG2525, MG2924, MG2920, MG3020, and MG2922 series. It's particularly well-suited for users who prioritize text clarity over photo printing, as the black pigment formulation excels at producing sharp, readable characters.
Home Office Printing
Perfect for printing documents, invoices, correspondence, and school assignments with crisp, professional-looking text output.
Small Business Documents
Supports basic business printing needs including forms, reports, and internal communications with reliable black text quality.
Highlights
- Original Canon PG-243 black inkjet cartridge with 180-page typical yield
- Inkjet print technology for crisp, sharp text output on standard paper
- Black pigment formulation produces dense, readable characters with minimal feathering
- Compatible with multiple Canon PIXMA printer models including IP2820, MX492, and MG series
- Genuine Canon product maintains printer warranty and ensures optimal performance
- Designed for reliable everyday document printing in home and office environments
- Manufactured in Japan to Canon's quality standards
- Supports Canon's automatic print head maintenance routines for consistent performance
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Canon, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1287C001 |
| Brand Name | Canon |
| Product Series | PG |
| Product Model | PG-243 |
| Product Name | PG-243 Black Ink Cartridge |
| Product Condition | Original |
| Product Type | Ink Cartridge |
| Technical Information | |
| Print Technology | Inkjet |
| Print Color | Black |
| Typical Print Yield | 180 Pages |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Canon PIXMA Printer IP2820 Canon PIXMA Printer MX492 Canon PIXMA Printer MG2420 Canon PIXMA Printer MG2520 Canon PIXMA Printer MG2525 Canon PIXMA Printer MG2924 Canon PIXMA Printer MG2920 Canon PIXMA Printer MG3020 Canon PIXMA Printer MG2922 |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
FAQ
What is the page yield for this Canon PG-243 ink cartridge?
The Canon PG-243 Original Ink Cartridge has a typical print yield of 180 pages. This yield is based on ISO/IEC 24711 test pages and represents the average number of pages you can expect when printing standard text documents with typical coverage. Actual yield may vary depending on print density, paper type, and printer settings.
Which Canon printer models are compatible with the PG-243 cartridge?
The Canon PG-243 cartridge is compatible with multiple Canon PIXMA printer models including the IP2820, MX492, MG2420, MG2520, MG2525, MG2924, MG2920, MG3020, and MG2922. These are primarily home and small office inkjet printers designed for everyday document printing. Always verify compatibility with your specific printer model before purchasing.
Is this an original Canon product or a compatible cartridge?
This is an original Canon PG-243 ink cartridge, not a third-party compatible or remanufactured product. Original Canon cartridges are manufactured by Canon to exact specifications, ensuring optimal performance, print quality, and compatibility with your printer. Using original Canon cartridges also helps maintain your printer's warranty coverage.
What type of ink does the PG-243 cartridge use?
The Canon PG-243 cartridge uses black pigment-based inkjet ink specifically formulated for Canon's thermal bubble jet printing system. This pigment ink produces sharp, dense black text with good water resistance and minimal feathering on porous paper. It's designed for document printing rather than photo applications.
Where is the Canon PG-243 cartridge manufactured?
The Canon PG-243 Original Ink Cartridge is manufactured in Japan. Canon maintains strict quality control standards at their manufacturing facilities to ensure consistent ink formulation, cartridge construction, and performance characteristics across production batches.
How does the PG-243 cartridge compare to other black ink cartridges?
The Canon PG-243 is an original Canon cartridge with a 180-page yield, making it suitable for moderate printing volumes. Compared to aftermarket alternatives, it guarantees compatibility with Canon printers, maintains print head health, and preserves printer warranty coverage. The pigment-based black ink excels at text printing but isn't optimized for photo applications where dye-based inks might be preferred.
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