I am green in this topic since the beginning of the purchase of the printer I used only original cartridges but I wanted to find out about replacements in the form of ink bottles that can be used to refill used cartridges. Has anyone managed to replenish and work because I have heard of some chips that supposedly alert that despite the replenishment the cartridge is empty. Maybe someone has heard about cheap and proven substitutes?
You can refill the original cartridges, which, if they run out, just hold down the red button for 8 seconds then the ink level check will turn off and you can continue printing. There are many instructions for this. Drill the holes under the stickers and pour the ink there with the syringe. I recommend pouring 5 ml of black into black cartridges, and 3.5 ml color then there is no chance that the cartridge will get aerated. Enter golge canon 545, 546 refill and there are instructions on YouTube and written.
They should be ok, just ask if refill tools (syringes, needles) are included. I personally use the INK-MATE mascara for regeneration, they have a good composition and the head does not dry out.
Maybe the ink you used for regeneration was not the best quality, I recommend using the original Canon GI-490 inks for the regeneration of these cartridges
Ok, I bought the ink, I replenished the black but somehow prints the shade on the sheet is gray as if the printer did not draw ink from the cartridge.
Haven't you sealed the groove on the top of the cartridge by accident? It's a bit like a canned liquid, if you make only one hole in it, it won't fly, and if you make a second hole, it will fly. It's analogous with the cartridge.
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I have the same printer and a few days ago I bought a Canon MG 3050 which prints on the same cartridges as the MG 2450 because the cartridge with the color from the old printer is still in good condition. The cartridge with black color has partially clogged nozzles and soaks up the second week in chemistry. I poured ActivJet inks into MG 2450 and now I have a certain haze. Color and black inks were pigmented. According to the seller of other inks http://allegro.pl/zestaw-do-canon-pg-545-cl-546-mg-2250- 2950-300ml-i6785557581.html (I talked to the seller) in Canon, the black ink is pigmented and the dye is colored. This could explain why the nozzles in the cartridge with black color quite quickly clogged. However, I have doubts whether the seller is right. He told me that Canon does not produce colored pigment inks at all, and in this store the seller states in the description of the inks for the above-mentioned printers that the original black and colored inks that he sells are pigmented I don't know how it really is I was looking for information on the Canon website and does not state what pigment or dye inks to use. https://www.123drukuj.pl/Tusze-do-drukarek/Ca...mbol-drukarki/Pixma/Pixma-MG3050-p155073.html You bought mascara http://allegro.pl/tusz-canon-pixma-mgma50mg-5025mg -ip2850-mg2455-i5148089046.html and I do not see there information what are these inks, whether pigment or dye. If you put pigment ink it is a cartridge with dye ink or vice versa, with high probability it will make a jelly that will quickly clog the nozzles. network and electrode you will find a description of the problem.
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fifek62 wrote:
They should be ok, just ask if refill tools (syringes, needles) are included. I personally use the INK-MATE mascara for regeneration, they have a good composition and the head does not dry out.
No exaggeration. Yesterday I bought syringes and needles at the pharmacy. Syringe 5ml - 19gr / pc, the thickest needle - 9gr / pc.
I have a question about the already mentioned Canon pixma mg3050 printer. How do you reset the inks? New ones are added, I have tried various miracles and the equipment still does not print. There are a lot of instructions on the Internet, but so far none have worked: /
✨ The discussion revolves around refilling cartridges for the Canon Pixma MG2450 printer using ink bottles. Users share methods for refilling original cartridges, including drilling holes and using syringes to inject ink. It is noted that after refilling, the printer may not indicate when the ink is empty, but it will continue to print until the ink runs out. Recommendations for ink brands include INK-MATE and Canon GI-490, with caution advised regarding the quality of third-party inks to avoid issues like clogged nozzles. Users also discuss the importance of sealing the cartridge properly to prevent air from entering. Additionally, there are mentions of resetting ink levels by holding down the printer's red button. Generated by the language model.
TL;DR: Refill Canon PG‑545/CL‑546 with about 5 ml black and 3.5 ml color; to keep printing, "hold down the red button for 8 seconds." This disables ink level checks. Choose Canon‑compatible inks and keep the vent open to avoid pale prints. [Elektroda, fifek62, post #16682305]
Why it matters: This FAQ helps home users cut print costs and fix "empty after refill" or faded‑print issues on Pixma MG2450/MG3050.
Will my Pixma MG2450/MG3050 accept refilled cartridges?
Yes. Use Canon‑compatible ink, refill carefully, then disable ink level checking by holding the red/Stop button about 8–10 seconds. You will not see accurate levels afterward; print until quality drops, then refill again. As one user put it, “It will end when it will stop printing.” [Elektroda, fifek62, post #16682317]
How do I turn off the ink level warning after a refill?
Press and hold the red/Stop button for about 10 seconds. This disables the ink level monitor so printing can continue even when the printer thinks the cartridge is empty. Note that levels will read unknown until you replace the cartridge with a new one. “It cannot be reset,” only bypassed. [Elektroda, fifek62, post #18302785]
What’s the best way to refill PG‑545/CL‑546 cartridges? (3‑step)
Drill small holes under the label, aligned to each chamber.
Inject ~5 ml black or ~3.5 ml per color slowly using a syringe/needle.
Reseal lightly (tape) while keeping the top air groove open, then run a test print.
This prevents aeration and keeps flow stable. [Elektroda, fifek62, post #16682305]
Why does my black print look gray after refilling?
A sealed vent or air groove restricts flow, causing pale gray output. Ensure the top groove/vent is open so air replaces used ink. Think of it like pouring from a can: one hole in, one hole out. Open the vent, wipe the head, and test again. [Elektroda, Jaromir grom, post #17045570]
Which inks should I buy—pigment or dye—for these cartridges?
Typical pairing is pigment for black and dye for the color cartridge. Mixing chemistries across refills can form gel‑like deposits and clog nozzles. If you previously used the wrong type, flush before switching. “Mixing types can clog the nozzles quickly.” [Elektroda, Jaromir grom, post #17045570]
Can I reset the chip on PG‑545/CL‑546 to restore ink levels?
No. These cartridges lack a user‑resettable chip. You can only disable ink monitoring by holding the red/Stop button for about 10 seconds, then continue printing. Replace with a new cartridge to restore level reporting. “It cannot be reset.” [Elektroda, fifek62, post #18302785]
What tools do I need to refill safely and cheaply?
Use 5 ml syringes and thick needles for each color to avoid cross‑contamination. Pharmacy syringes are inexpensive—one user paid 19 gr for a 5 ml syringe and 9 gr for a needle. Label each syringe by color. Keep tissues and tape handy. [Elektroda, Jaromir grom, post #17045570]
How do I fix a color cartridge that I filled with the wrong colors?
You can sometimes recover it by flushing and refilling correctly. Expel wrong ink, rinse each chamber with appropriate cleaning fluid, dry, then refill each chamber with its correct color volume. If colors stay muddy after cleaning, replace the cartridge. [Elektroda, majka420, post #17891730]
What if the black cartridge prints missing lines or nothing at all?
The nozzles may be clogged. Soak the printhead area in cleaning solution and let it sit. One user reported soaking a partially clogged head for over a week before improvement. After soaking, blot gently and run a nozzle check. [Elektroda, Jaromir grom, post #17045570]
Do PG‑545/CL‑546 work across MG2450 and MG3050 printers?
Yes. Users successfully moved color cartridges between MG2450 and MG3050 models because they share the PG‑545/CL‑546 family. Always verify physical label before swapping. [Elektroda, Jaromir grom, post #17045570]
How much ink should I inject per refill to avoid aeration?
Inject about 5 ml into black and 3.5 ml into each color chamber. Overfilling traps air and causes dropouts. Refill slowly to let the sponge re‑saturate. “I recommend pouring 5 ml of black… and 3.5 ml color.” [Elektroda, fifek62, post #16682305]
Why does the printer still say “empty” after I refilled?
Because the level monitor counts usage, not actual liquid. After refilling, hold the red/Stop button for 8–10 seconds to disable monitoring. You will print without level data until you install a new cartridge. [Elektroda, fifek62, post #16682305]
What are PG‑545 and CL‑546, exactly?
They are integrated ink cartridges with built‑in printheads: PG‑545 is black; CL‑546 is tri‑color. These fit MG2450/MG3050‑class printers and can be refilled carefully as described. [Elektroda, Jaromir grom, post #17045570]
What’s the failure case if I mix dye and pigment inks?
Mixing across refills can create a jelly‑like residue that blocks nozzles and causes streaks. If this happens, flush the head thoroughly and standardize on the correct chemistry before printing again. [Elektroda, Jaromir grom, post #17045570]
I refilled but nothing prints—could it be a bad cartridge?
It might be. If venting is open and soaking fails, the heater/nozzles may be damaged. Replace the cartridge, then re‑enable printing by holding the red button 10 seconds. Use the recommended refill volumes next time. [Elektroda, fifek62, post #18302785]
After all the fixes, did users get these printers working again?
Yes. Thread authors reported success after opening vents, using suitable ink, and disabling monitoring. “Everything is already working.” [Elektroda, majka420, post #18476037]
I was looking for information on the Canon website and does not state what pigment or dye inks to use. 