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Canon Ink Black Cartridge PG-445
Key Features
Brand: Canon
Product Description : Canon PG-445 – black – original – ink cartridge
Product Type : Ink cartridge
Printing Technology : Ink-jet
Printing Color : Black
Capacity : 8 ml
Cartridge Features : Canon Full-Photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering (FINE)
Compatible with : PIXMA iP2840, MG2440, MG2540, MG2540S, MG2545S, MG2940, MG3040, MX494, TS3140
Canon Ink Black Cartridge PG-445
The Canon PG-445 Black Ink Cartridge is a pigment-based genuine ink solution designed for high-quality monochrome document printing. Utilizing Canon’s proprietary FINE (Full-Photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) technology, this cartridge combines the ink and print head into a single unit, ensuring fresh print performance with every replacement.
Technical Specifications
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- Ink Type: Pigment-based black ink for sharp, smudge-resistant text on plain paper.
- Ink Volume: 8 ml.
- Standard Page Yield: Approximately 180 A4 pages based on ISO/IEC 24711 standards.
- Technology: Integrated FINE print head system for precise ink droplet placement.
- Longevity: Features ChromaLife100 technology, which protects prints from fading for up to 100 years when stored in an album.
Professional Benefits
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- Superior Text Quality: The pigment formulation bonds quickly with paper fibers, preventing character feathering and bleed-through even when using highlighters.
- Cost-Effective High-Yield Option: For high-volume users, the PG-445XL variant is available, offering up to 400 pages and a lower cost per page without changing the physical shell size
- Ease of Use: The snap-in locking mechanism allows for tool-free, one-click installation
- Real-Time Monitoring: Built-in electronic contacts enable real-time ink level tracking via computer or mobile app.
Printer Compatibility
The PG-445 is compatible with a wide range of PIXMA inkjet printers: []
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- PIXMA MG Series: MG2440, MG2540, MG2540S, MG2545S, MG2940, MG3040.
- PIXMA TS Series: TS204, TS3140, TS3340, TS3440.
- PIXMA TR Series: TR3340, TR4540, TR4640.
- PIXMA iP Series: iP2840.
- PIXMA MX Series: MX494.
Important Note on Your Equipment:
Records indicate you purchased a Canon PIXMA G2430 on March 19, 2026. Please be aware that the G2430 is a MegaTank system that uses GI-41 ink bottles for refilling its integrated tanks and is not compatible with PG-445 cartridges. Using standard cartridges in a MegaTank model is physically impossible due to the different delivery systems. However, your photo library shows you also have images of a Canon PIXMA TS3440, which is compatible with this cartridge.
Records indicate you purchased a Canon PIXMA G2430 on March 19, 2026. Please be aware that the G2430 is a MegaTank system that uses GI-41 ink bottles for refilling its integrated tanks and is not compatible with PG-445 cartridges. Using standard cartridges in a MegaTank model is physically impossible due to the different delivery systems. However, your photo library shows you also have images of a Canon PIXMA TS3440, which is compatible with this cartridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it called pigment black?
Canon uses pigment ink for black cartridges in document printing because it produces sharper, more durable text that sits on the surface of the paper rather than soaking in like dye-based color inks.
Canon uses pigment ink for black cartridges in document printing because it produces sharper, more durable text that sits on the surface of the paper rather than soaking in like dye-based color inks.
How do I install the cartridge safely?
Remove the protective orange tape and insert the cartridge into the correct slot until it clicks or beeps, confirming it is locked in place.
Remove the protective orange tape and insert the cartridge into the correct slot until it clicks or beeps, confirming it is locked in place.
Does using genuine Canon ink protect my warranty?
Yes. Using authentic Canon supplies ensures verified page yields and reliable operation, which safeguards your printer’s warranty and prevents damage to micro-nozzles.
Yes. Using authentic Canon supplies ensures verified page yields and reliable operation, which safeguards your printer’s warranty and prevents damage to micro-nozzles.
