Canon Pixma MP252 Ink Cartridges

Canon Pixma MP252 is an all-in-one printer designed for homes and small offices. It produces good quality outputs for all functions including printing, copying, and scanning. It is average in terms of speed but offers impressive outputs with its high-yield Canon Pixma MP252 ink cartridges. It is capable of producing only 7 ppm for monochrome prints and 4.8 ppm for colour prints.

This compact all-in-one device is a better budget MFPs from Canon, designed for printing or archiving everyday documents. It weighs approximately 5.8 kgs and measures 444 x 331 x 155mm. It is integrated with a flatbed CIS scanner that is capable of producing colour photocopies at 600 dpi using the auto scan mode. It also has a rear tray that can hold a variety of print media and sizes.

Advantages:

• Print resolution is 4800 x 1200 dpi
• 600 dpi scanner with auto scan mode
• Auto scan mode
• Pretty compact
• High-speed USB 2.0
• 2pl ink droplets
• Prints quality borderless photos
• Prints 10x15cm photos in 56sec
• Easy-WebPrint EX
• Self-opening output tray
• Mac and Windows compatible

Disadvantages:

• No wired or wireless networking
• No slots for storage media
• No ADF
• Average in terms of speed
• No fax support

Conclusion:

Canon Pixma MP252 works well as an all-around home printer. It is a budget-friendly device and boasts a USB 2.0 interface. It allows easy web page editing and printing through one of its advanced features like Easy WebPrint Ex. It uses 4 Canon Pixma MP252 ink cartridges to deliver professional quality photo prints. However, some of the weaknesses like lack of wireless connectivity, storage media slots, and fax functionality, stop it from becoming the best choice for office users. Overall, it is a good printer for homes users.

Cartridge Requirements:

The replacement Canon Pixma MP252 ink cartridges are:

• Canon PG512BK ink cartridge
• Canon CL511C ink cartridge

Q. Are Canon Pixma MP252 ink cartridges (PG512) print only in black or in colour too?
A. PG512 are black Canon Pixma MP252 ink cartridges; CL511C ink cartridges print in colour.

Q. I've heard that clogged ink cartridges can be cleaned with the help of ear buds! Is that true and if so, then how it's done?
A. Yes, clogged ink cartridges can be cleaned with ear buds. To do that, first turn your printer on and remove the cartridge carefully. After that, turn it over upside down where you may find a lump of dried ink lump on its nozzles. Clean it gently with a regular dry ear bud to remove the debris. Take another ear bud, dip it in clean warm water or isopropyl alcohol slightly and clean the nozzles with it well. you need to take care that you do not put too much pressure on the nozzles as they are basically delicate and can be damaged easily. Insert the ink cartridges back in your printer now and check if the issue has been resolved by taking a test printout.

Q. I purchased compatible Canon Pixma MP252 ink cartridges in bulk last week for all the printers in my department. While they are doing a fine job, I'm concerned if using compatible cartridges can create problems for all our printers' warranty. Please advise.
A. No, please do not worry as using compatible cartridges does not invalidate printer warranty. If you came across warning messages on the screen while using the compatibles, just ignore them and be careful around the pop up messages.

Q. I have a Canon Pixma MP272 printer. Will Canon Pixma MP252 ink cartridges work with them? Thanks.
A. Yes, these Canon ink cartridges are compatible with Canon Pixma MP272 and a range of other Canon printers as well.

Q. Are Canon Pixma MP252 ink cartridges recommended for home use? I would buy these ink cartridges if you recommend them for printing tasks at home such as for children’s projects.
A. These Canon ink cartridges are reputed to be perfect for home use, so you can use it.

Q. I purchased a multipack set of Canon Pixma MP252 ink cartridges as I was expecting a new project but it has been delayed so I won’t be using the cartridges anytime soon. I’d like to know if I store them for a year or give them to someone else in office now and take another set back from the same person later?
A. ink cartridges remain in working condition for up to six months. If you get your project within this much time and use them, well and good. Otherwise, it would be better if you give the ink cartridges to a co-worker now and maybe get another set from the same person at a later date as per your understanding.

Q. I’ve been using Canon Pixma MP252 printer with original ink cartridges but it’s turning out to be quite expensive as I need to print a lot for my projects. I’d like to know if compatible Canon Pixma MP252 ink cartridges will be a better option and a little about their unique features.
A. Yes, these ink cartridges will be just perfect for you. They contain new ink formulation that give output that is in no way different from original Canon inks. Compatible cartridges are also priced cheaper, hence you save more by using them.

Q. I need to print attractive and vivid images and different types of media for my work. Will Canon Pixma MP252 ink cartridges be the right choice for me?
A. Absolutely. These ink cartridges allow users to print top quality images on a wide range of media, so you’ll find it very useful.