
Canon Ink Catridge-PG47
The Canon PGโ47 is a genuine Canon black ink cartridge designed for certain PIXMA Eโseries inkjet printers. It uses pigmentโbased black ink to produce crisp, fadeโresistant text and graphics. With a capacity of about 15 ml, it yields roughly 400 pages under standard conditions, making it suitable for users who print documents regularly.
1 | Ink Type | Pigmentโbased black ink, which is better for sharp text, water resistance, and longer durability. |
2 | Page Yield | Approximately 400 pages (A4, 5% coverage) under ISO standards. |
3 | Volume / Capacity | ~โฏ15 ml of ink. |
4 | Color | Black only. |
5 | Compatibility | Compatible with Canon PIXMA Eโseries printers: E3170, E3370, E400, E410, E417, E460, E470, E477, E480, E4270, E4570 etc. |
6 | Usage / Best For | Best suited for printing black & white documents, text, reports where crisp, sharp output is needed. Not meant primarily for photos. |
7 | Ink Durability | Because itโs pigment ink, more resistant to fading and water smudging compared to dyeโbased inks. |
8 | Cost / Price | Generally priced in the midโrange for OEM cartridges; more expensive than generic/refill versions but higher reliability. โBlack PGโ47โ listings |
9 | OEM vs Generic | OEM (genuine) cartridges are preferred for best print quality and to avoid risking printer damage or warranty issues. Generic/refills exist but results vary. |
10 | Installation | Easy to install in compatible printers; Canon cartridges are designed for plugโandโplay in supported PIXMA models. |
11 | Maintenance Tip | Regular use helps prevent the pigment ink from drying out or clogging print heads. If idle, occasional test prints & cleaning cycles help. |
12 | Environmental / Storage | Store in a cool, dry place; avoid extreme heat or sunlight. Keep sealed until use to maintain ink quality. |
13 | Limitations | Photo printing or heavy graphics may show limitations in grayscale or detail when compared to pigment photo blacks or high gloss media. Also, actual page yield may be lower with higher coverage or heavy graphics. |
14 | Authorship & Brand | Made by Canon, designed specifically for Canonโs PIXMA Eโseries machines. OEM compatibility ensures proper chip recognition and ink level reporting. |
15 | Alternatives / Related Cartridges | The companion color cartridge is CLโ57 or CLโ57s for color printing. For highโvolume printing, some users may look at larger capacity or combo packs. |