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Why Cartridges are so expensive?

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-and why you should opt for compatibles.

Many printers are sold at a loss. Manufacturers tend to make their money based off supplies NOT off Inkjet printers. Cartridges are popular for being expensive; actually, Cartridges are more expensive than gold and Russian caviar! This has to do with the extensive research and development involved in creating them. A group of engineers and chemists that are experts in this field are the ones to plan and create products that consumers are in demand for. The idea for experts is to create good quality ink or/and toners for images to be true to life as possible.

Big brands such as Canon, Epson or HP tend to focus a lot of their time in creating the best blend for their Inks, so that they are the best quality. This majority of their Inks are just a mixture of food dye and water. However, the consistency of their Inks are the most important part, as well as making the Inks water resistant, fast drying and smudge proof.

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HP spend a lot of their time and money ($1 Billion a year) – Yes. You read that correctly. On research and development so that they can come out with a single or multiple products depending on their budget. Nonetheless, there are always better-valued versions of almost anything in every industry. Fortunately in this industry, we offer what we call ‘Compatible and/or remanufactured cartridges’. Compatible and remanufactured Inks are supposedly the same quality as OEM’s (Originals) and they are affordable. Compatibles offer the same amount of pages and print quality as branded products in this industry. At Premium Compatibles, we offer the world is leading companies in this business i.e. Brother, Canon, HP, Kodak, Lexmark and Epson as Compatible Inks or Toners.

Our website is easy to use and useful. We also offer reward points and special offers on our website as they cost 75% lower than OEM.

We don’t only sell cartridges for great prices; we also offer supplies such as Photo paper or 3D Filaments etc.

Do not forget to check out our website if you are in need of the best-valued supplies in the business!

Compatibles on the rise?

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I believe we can all agree that for the past few months/year has changed us all with the pandemic, many have been in their struggles. Looking for new Jobs has been one of the most difficult missions for many. The outcomes for these struggles was to cut down on spending and opt for more of a remanufactured approach. Almost over 300,000 people alone in the UK have been under the same boat. This meant that many of these individuals and businesses had to invest in more Ink and Paper to be able to complete their ordinary tasks at work. The majority found that buying compatibles saved more money, but was also a safer approach to the environment. Before we get into more detail about this particular subject, let us find out what the word ‘remanufactured’ even means.

Remanufacturing is the process in which parts go through the processes of separation, repairing and mending to restore a products functionality and quality. In the world of Inks and Toners, these are what we call ‘Compatibles’. There are many benefits for remanufactured items one of them being that there are reduced energy consumption that takes place, another being that there is reduced waste and lastly, you get more prints. Either way you are not only saving money but also you are saving the planet.

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Research suggests 450,000 jobs could be available in the next 15 years if remanufactured items and reusing products were a priority. If you owned an original product, and it broke… your initial thought may be to bin it. That would create unnecessary waste and cause increased CO2 emissions from the energy it took to even make it. Whereas we now recycle these products rather than throwing them away and these are then made into compatibles. To be able to have jobs like repairing and refurbishing electronics takes skills. Many individuals are on the rise with their jobs because of this. Others have now found a common interest and formed a team to repair printers or make remanufactured products like Ink.

Buying Compatible Ink can benefit many people. It can cost a fraction of the cost of originals but it may not have the same quality as originals. Overall, if the UK is taking initiative and taking more action with manufacturers, there’d be greater improvement with jobs.

Refill Ink Cartridges or Original Genuine Ink?

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Is it reliable? Is it good for your printer/s? Why Refill?

I believe we would all prefer something that is sustainable and cheaper. Many of you might already know that an Ink Refill is the best option to do this, regardless of how messy it may get. It can save you the time of looking for the right Ink Cartridges for your printer in an Ink shop. It can also save the UK up to 15 million litres of oil per year!

Cons of A Refill

Buying refills can be cheaper but you get what you buy. The quality of your Inks can downgrade once used on your printer, they can ruin the quality of your prints. If you are printing stuff you do not think is important, then I do not think that this issue will affect you. Although if you have important documents to print than I suggest buying Original Genuine Ink from our website. Refills can also be very messy to work with; Ink can easily stain your clothes and skin so make sure to wear clothes you will no longer need and to wear gloves.

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If you did not guess already, the Ink refills can clog your printer if the Ink is too thick. Regardless of if it can get cleaned it can also ruin your printer beyond repair. Just having the Ink Cartridge refilled can get technical and difficult when you do not have the help of a professional. Alone, your printer is susceptible to damage.  

Pros of Ink Refills

Ink Refills can be a great choice if you want to be good to your environment. Canon Ink Refills are very commonly used if you are interested. Cartridges are made out of plastic and constantly wasting plastic is not ideal for anyone especially in this generation. So if you do decide to go for a much better approach, than I highly suggest that you refill or buy compatibles as they are environmentally safe and much less hassle to deal with. Never buy form third-party websites or third party Inks. They can eventually damage so much in your printer and can leave you with a permanently damaged printer. If you have an Inkjet Printer, the refills can actually be advantageous since these kinds of printers function with liquid ink.

In any situation like this, I think that owning any original product is preferred. With Genuine Original Ink cartridges, the Inks are more reliable and much easier to use. You’re less likely to receive messages on your printer the way you would on a compatible or third party Ink Cartridges. The quality of an Original Genuine is much better and you’re less likely to have any issues with the Inks. The inks are less likely to fade with every yield also unlike the refills.

What’s the Difference? Compatible vs Original Ink/Toner Cartridges (Manufacturers are hiding this from you!)

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What's the difference between Compatibles and OEM? What are Manufacturers hiding from You?

Tricks used by Manufacturers to force Original Product buying

Original ink cartridges and toners are priced so extortionately that they are almost impossible to afford. The cost of an original could go up to 300% times the price of a compatible. While we remain brainwashed by original manufacturers that there are no viable alternatives/options, we give our money purchasing originals with sinking hearts.

But, what if I told you we have been misinformed and have become prey to commercialism and consumerism is the way out? That is, putting customers first should come before making a profit, and any company that understands that in the digital age our consumers are becoming more and more informed would be wise to adopt this. Not only on the basis of corporate social responsibility but also human ethics. Why should anyone pay so much more for guaranteed similar print quality?

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This is precisely what we at PremiumCompatibles think. We’re aware of messages printers show when using compatible ink and slight differences in final print quality compared to originals. We are simply saying that the pros far outweigh the cons of using compatible cartridges and toners. If you are a professional designer however, we might recommend the original depending on what you are printing. But on the whole, compatibles not only save money but also sometimes exceed in print quality.

Compatibles also usually contain a lot more ink than the originals and are designed to perform as well as or better that original cartridges. Therefore, they have better overall value than original ink cartridges and toner.

On the internet however there is an abundance of information certifying that originals are far better. This isn’t only not always true. It confirms original manufacturers went the extra mile to ensure brand identity is maintained so they can continue extortionate charging. It’s alright if you require an original but you should also be aware there are alternative options on the market. Not only low cost options, but also premium remanufactured products are available which are remanufactured original cartridges that have had parts replaced to ensure the utmost reliability. At PremiumCompatibles we check and test our products so that they meet the highest standards. Quality is guaranteed.

In conclusion, though there is not much difference in quality, switching to compatibles makes a huge difference to your wallet!

Save money by buying remanufactured ink and toner cartridges.

PremiumCompatibles.co.uk – Why Buy from s?

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Hey, have you tried PremiumCompatibles?

With over fifteen years experience in the printing industry, we decided to set up PremiumCompatibles.co.uk. We ensure you can purchase the best compatible products, at reasonable prices.

We are committed to being a leader in the printing consumables market, by providing our many customers with thousands of innovative, superior quality laser printer, copier, fax, and inkjet products at a value that exceeds that of all our competitors.

Our owners have developed exceptional long-term relationships with our suppliers, and manufacturers, to ensure we can offer you the very best compatible products, in terms of quality and reliability.

In addition, our price control team monitor the marketplace to guarantee we are able to give you the best prices.

We don’t just sell cartridges. When you buy from PremiumCompatibles, you will benefit from our knowledge and expertise, product sourcing, great customer service, problem solving and everything you could need from your supplier.

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Understanding the difference between Original & Non-Original products.

Original cartridges are made by the printer manufacturers and are a branded product. This is why they are the highest purchase price to you. Major printer manufacturers have huge overheads and production costs, due to constant development of new technology and a changing market. These manufacturers use their brand name to maximise their profits, convincing the public that they should buy branded goods.

Compatible cartridges are made by a third party company who do not have such huge overheads, and are able to produce a great quality product, at a much lower cost.

Busting the myths on compatible cartridges!

There’s a great myth surrounding ink cartridges, with the public being led to believe that original products are far superior.

Perhaps the biggest concern about compatible products is whether they are reliable like original cartridges and produce good print results. The truth is, buying cheap cartridges from a less than reputable supplier, you’ll likely be buying an inferior product. However, if you buy good quality compatible cartridges from a trustworthy retailer, one that can offer you warranties and guarantees, then you’ll be getting a product that will rival an original cartridge and save you a packet into the bargain!

Our compatible cartridges are made to the highest ISO standards, which gives consumers full confidence that our products are safe, reliable and of exceptional quality.

PremiumCompatibles products come with a 6 month quality guarantee because we are completely confident of their quality, reliability and performance.

Let’s answer some of your questions about compatible cartridges.

If I use compatible products, will it invalidate the manufacturers warranty of my printer?

If your printer is under warranty from the manufacturer or retailer and your compatible / remanufactured cartridges are under warranty from us, then you are covered for all eventualities involving manufacturing faults or defects in either the printer or the cartridges.

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What are compatible inks & toners made from?

Compatible ink & toner cartridges are mostly water based, and consist of pigments or dyes and granulated plastic to achieve the individual colours, as well as the black.  Print quality is extremely high, and it is almost impossible to tell any difference between an original or compatible.

Will compatible cartridges work in my printer?

We have compatibles for almost all models of printers, both old and new. If you buy own brand cartridges from us, you will be getting a product of the highest quality, built to the same specifications as the original equivalent, and if we don’t have it in stock, we will source it for you.

Are compatibles just original cartridges that have been drilled and filled with new ink or toner?

No, they are not. PremiumCompatibles products are made from only the best quality recycled components, as well as using new parts, to create a finished compatible cartridge.

Is a compatible cartridge able to print as many pages as an original?

Compatible BCI-10BKWhen you are purchasing a cartridge, you should always check the page yield.  This is displayed in the product description.  Many compatible products will either match or better the page yield of their original equivalents.

Are compatible cartridges ethically better to use?

Did you know that using third party ink will reduce your carbon footprint? For example, with the majority of compatibles being re-manufactured from original products, you are helping the environment and reducing the need for more plastic to be produced.

Are compatibles suitable for an old printer?

As long as you have taken care of your printer, compatibles are perfectly viable. The only consideration is the supply level – are the cartridges still available? We will always try and find you the right product for your machine.