Which Epson printers have cheap compatible ink?

Hey everyone! I’m looking to pick up a new printer, specifically one where I can find super cheap third-party ink online. From what I’ve been browsing, it looks like Epson might be the way to go if I want to save some cash on refills—but honestly, I’m a bit out of my element when it comes to all these technical specs! I did stumble upon this Epson HP OfficeJet Pro while searching, and here’s a photo of it
. It seems to be going for about $177 most places. Does anyone happen to know if there are plenty of affordable compatible ink options available for this specific model? Also, if you have a favorite printer you swear by, I’d love to hear your recommendations!

Edward James42 said:Hey everyone, I'm looking to pick up a printer that uses cheap third-party ink. I've been browsing online and it looks like Epson might be the cheapest way to go, but I don't really know my way around printers. I found this Epson HP OfficeJet Pro online, here's a photo
it usually goes for about $177. Does anyone know if there are cheap replacement inks for this one, or can someone just recommend a good printer?

Why don't you try asking it like this:

Why does Epson release a whole new series of inkjet cartridges with every single new model they drop?

If you asked that, you definitely wouldn't be asking your first question.

Look, if you want a printer specifically for cheap replacement ink, you have to look at models that aren't being phased out by those proprietary cartridge updates mentioned above.

It’s pretty simple.

Check out these two links.

http://www.epson.com/viewcon/co...sumables/11995

http://www.printink.com/ink-set-bkcmy-original

Basically, $77 for 13 ml of ink, that means this printer is basically worth $100. You might as well $77 it in the trash the second you pop those cartridges into a brand new machine.

People like you feel like you need the absolute latest gadget sitting on your desk. But when someone tells you they can get 400 ml of ink or 40 times more prints for the exact same money, you realize the "new" stuff is junk.
It's just because it isn't the newest model on the shelf.

No wonder marketing has your brain totally scrambled.

Edward James42 said:Hey everyone, I'm looking to pick up a printer that uses cheap third-party ink. I've been browsing online and it looks like Epson might be the cheapest route for replacements, but I don't really know my way around printers. I found this Epson HP OfficeJet Pro online, here are some pics
it's usually priced around $177. Does anyone know if there are decent third-party inks for this one? Also, any recommendations for a solid printer?

Just a heads up for anyone looking at the latest models—third-party ink options basically don't exist yet. Or, if they do, they're 4 or 5 times more expensive than the budget stuff.

Take the HP DeskJet 1515, for example. It's about as cheap an all-in-one you can find right now. It uses HP 650 ink.

http://www.hp-store.com/index.php/mul...l57c-419-00-usd

Now, if you want something nearly identical but built a bit tougher, look at the HP DeskJet 1050. You can't really find them brand new anymore since it uses HP 301, but there are tons of third-party ink options out there.

http://rustysurfer79.com/A_HOT/A_adriatix_...Jet%201050.htm

So, what's actually smarter? Buying the newest tech where you're stuck with expensive ink and crying: "Man, this was such a cheap printer!"

Or grabbing something like the second option and just refilling the cartridges yourself? For the same amount of money, you could effectively end up with 30 to 50 cartridges.

Basically, you have two choices for almost the exact same machine. With the first one, you get 2 cartridges. With the second, you essentially get 30. The only perk of the first one is that you don't have to lift a finger.

Honestly, just check the prices. Compare how much a generic HP 301 costs versus an original HP 650. The difference is about 10 - $6.75

It's pretty obvious that HP designs things this way specifically to kill off the third-party cartridge market.

The only real way to go if you want cheap prints is to refill your own tanks. Even if it's a bit of a hassle.

And honestly, Epson isn't much different when you dig into it.

I've actually been looking for a solid printer with decent printing costs myself, so I've been doing a bit of research lately.

I'm thinking about picking up a Canon MG5350; it looks like it's going to be around $217.

http://www.canon.com/For_Home/Product...350/index.aspx

My plan is to use refillable cartridges for it. You can grab the ink in 100ml bottles (they have larger sizes too, but I haven't looked since I don't print that much) for about 45-$22 depending on which ink you pick. There’s a generic one made for Canon, and then there's this German OCP ink that people claim is just as good as the original Canon stuff—though, I guess, I don't really know if that's true since I haven't tried it yet. It works out to roughly 400-$167 for five cartridges plus 100ml of each of the five inks.

Replacement cartridges for this model run you about $8.25 (you get four colors at 9ml each, and a large black one for documents at 19ml). The originals will set you back $30 for the 9ml ones and $33 for the 19ml one.

So, basically, 100ml of ink is the same as 11 of those 9ml cartridges, or maybe 5 of the 19ml black cartridges. Just something to think about...

If you're planning on doing the refills yourself, you should find everything you need right here: http://www.refill-bar.com/other-pro...html?limit=100

Also, Epson has those CISS printers now where you just pour the ink in, and you can get 70ml bottles for about 60 bucks. Maybe take a look if that sounds interesting: http://www.epson.com/us/en/viewcon/co...s/index/10289/

I had an Epson once and, well, never again. It uses those sensitive piezoelectric print heads, and mine clogged up really fast when I used third-party inks. Plus, it seemed to gulp down way more ink than I wanted, but it was just one of those cheap printers I picked up at Walmart (an SX125). I suppose if you stick to original ink, it might not be such a headache.
Printers with a CISS system usually start around $367.

Steven Perez13 said:I'm also on the hunt for a solid printer that won't break the bank on ink, so I've been doing a bit of homework lately.

I'm thinking about picking up a Canon MG5350. It looks like the price is around... $217.

Check out this Canon MG5350 setup. It's built for home use, so if you're looking to get some printing done without breaking the bank, this might be worth a look.

I'm thinking about getting refillable cartridges for it. I usually just grab the 100ml ink bottles—they have bigger ones too, but I haven't checked since I don't print enough to need that much. They go for about 50 bucks.$27 It really depends on the ink you go with. You could grab some universal stuff for your Canon, or try that German OCP ink—people swear it’s just as good as the official Canon brand, though honestly, I haven't tested that myself. If you go that route, you're looking at around $400...$167 Look, if you're grabbing five cartridges and 100ml of each of those five inks, you've gotta crunch the numbers to see if it's actually worth it.

Those third-party cartridges are a total joke. $8.25 Those four colors are only 9ml each, and that big black one you need for printing documents is 19ml. You're looking at the genuine ones. $30 Those 9ml ones are such a joke. $33 The one that's 19ml.

So, if you've got 100ml of ink, that’s basically like having eleven of those tiny 9ml cartridges, or five of the black ones that come with 19ml. Just do the math...

If you're planning on doing this yourself, you've got everything you need right here:

Also, Epson has those CISS printers now where you just pour the ink straight in from 70ml bottles, which go for about $8 or so. Might be worth checking out if you're interested: I can't believe I fell for it. I went to the store to pick up some ink for my printer, thinking I was getting a decent deal, but I ended up basically paying double what I should have. It’s such a rookie mistake. Honestly, I feel pretty silly about it now. Has anyone else dealt with this kind of pricing nonsense lately? It feels like every time I turn around, the cost of basic supplies just creeps up. I really need to be more careful next time.

I had an Epson once, and honestly? Never again. Those piezoelectric print heads are just too sensitive; I used third-party ink and the thing clogged up on me almost immediately. Plus, it seemed to gulp down way more ink than I ever wanted to spend. It was just one of those cheap budget models I picked up at Walmart (the SX125). If you stick strictly to the original cartridges, you might be fine, but I wouldn't risk it.
Those printers with the CISS system? Honestly, they're just... ugh. $367 Moving on, then.

So, to wrap this all up...

Printer $217
250 USD for 250 ml of ink. $83
Does anyone know if these cartridges actually last?
Does anyone know anything about resetters?

When your brain just completely quits on you.
You read the printer too?
Do you also go for refillable cartridges?
Just throwing away the ink too?
Because a new print head costs at least... $167
Here too.

Printer.
Plus 750 ml of ink (basically you get three times the ink and the printer is practically free).
No need for a reset.
You don't even need those permanent ink tanks.
== $100 Plus sales tax.
I checked out that link from rustysurfer79 about the Canon MG5350. Honestly, it’s worth a look if you’re trying to figure out if it's actually any good before dropping cash on it.
When things go south and your brain just stops working, you can always pick up a new one for around $70. $33The printer usually gives up the ghost after about 10 to 15k prints.

Look, you can take a hammer to your own head if that's what it takes to make it click: deciding between buying something brand new or going refurbished is pretty straightforward. One option is just obviously smarter than the other.

Steven Perez13 said:I'm also on the hunt for a solid printer that won't break the bank on ink, so I've been doing a bit of digging lately.

I'm thinking about picking up an HP Envy 5000. It looks like it's going to cost around... $217.

Check out this link for more info on the Canon MG5350: http://www.canon.com/For_Home/Product...350/index.aspx

I'm thinking about picking up some refillable cartridges for it. I usually just grab the ink in 3.4 oz bottles—they have bigger ones too, but I haven't really looked since I don't print enough to need that much. Usually, they go for around $50...$27 It really depends on which ink you go with. You’ve got those generic universal ones for Canon, or then there’s that German OCP stuff that people claim is just as good as the official Canon ink—though honestly, I haven't tried it myself, so who knows if that's actually true. Either way, you're looking at around $150...$167 If you grab five cartridges and 100ml of each color—five different inks total—do the math on whether that’s actually worth it.

You can find replacement cartridges for that thing pretty easily. $8.25 Those four colors you've got are only 9ml each, and that big black tank for printing documents is 19ml. You're using the genuine stuff. $30 Those 9ml ones and... $33 The 19ml one.

So, look at it this way: getting 100ml of ink is basically the same as grabbing eleven of those little 9ml cartridges, or maybe five of the 19ml black ones. Just do the math and see for yourself...

If you're planning on doing the refills yourself, you've got everything you need right here: I checked out that link to see what they had in stock, but honestly, it’s just a massive list of stuff. It looks like they have everything from basic supplies to specific parts, but you really have to dig through the page to find what you actually need. Just a heads up if you're looking for something specific—don't expect it to be laid out on a silver platter.

By the way, Epson actually has those CISS printers now where you just pour the ink straight in from 70ml bottles for maybe $6 or so. If you're interested, you should definitely check them out: I can't believe I actually fell for this. I was just browsing through some forums when I saw this thread, and honestly, it’s kind of a reality check. It turns out that trying to save a few bucks on cheap ink can end up costing you way more in the long run—not to mention the headache of dealing with a printer that decides to stop working right when you need it most. It’s one of those "lesson learned" moments. You think you're being smart by grabbing whatever's cheapest at Walmart, but then you're stuck staring at a clogged print head or a "low ink" error that won't go away even after you've refilled it. Definitely worth thinking twice before choosing the budget option over something reliable like an Epson or Canon. Trust me, your future self will thank you for just buying the good stuff.

I had an Epson once and honestly, never again. Those piezoelectric print heads are just way too sensitive—I used some third-party ink and the thing clogged up on me almost immediately. Plus, it went through ink like crazy, which just wasn't my style. It was just one of those cheap budget models I picked up at Walmart (the SX125). If you’re planning on sticking strictly to original ink, it probably won't be an issue, but still.
Those printers with the CISS system are just... man, they're something else. $367 Moving on then.

So, to wrap things up...

Printer $217
printer $100 ink 8 oz = $83
Long-lasting cartridges??
Does anyone know anything about resetters?

When your brain just quits on you.
You even read about printers?
Do you also use refillable cartridges?
Throwing away ink.
Because a new print head costs a fortune. $167
And here we go.

Printer
plus 24 oz of ink
No need for a reset.
You don't even need those permanent cartridges.
== $100 plus sales tax
I honestly can't believe I'm still dealing with this mess. It feels like every time I think I've finally got my setup sorted, something else breaks or runs out. Dealing with printers is just a constant cycle of frustration, isn't it? One minute you're ready to print a project, and the next, you're staring at an error message or realizing you're out of ink again. It’s pretty exhausting. You spend all this money on the hardware, thinking you're set, only to be nickel-and-dimed by ink refills every other week. I'm trying to stay patient, but man, it wears you down. Just one of those things where you hope for a smooth experience and instead get a headache.
When your head starts spinning around here, you can just pick up a new one for like $70. $33Your printer basically gives up the ghost after about 10 to 15k prints.

Look, you can take a hammer to your own head if you have to, but maybe it’ll finally click which choice actually makes sense: buying new or going refurbished.

Check out this print quality. Seriously, tell me what else you could want for that kind of money.

rustysurfer79 said:So, let's sum this up...

Printer $217
Ink 8 oz = $83
Continuous cartridges??
Resetter??

Once the print head dies
You're throwing away the printer
You're throwing away the continuous cartridges
And you're throwing away the ink
Because a new head costs at least $167

The ink is $36 8 oz in the cheapest version, or maybe $54 OCP's Premium is also 8 oz. I'm not quite sure how you calculated $83 for 8 oz.

The refillable cartridges are 27-$9.75, they auto-reset, so there shouldn't be any need for a chip resetter. I guess I wonder why you think the print head would fail that quickly? It's a home printer, so I don't see anyone printing 500 pages a day on it.

Plus, it's an MFP and a pretty decent photo printer for home use—it has a card reader, Wi-Fi, an LCD screen, cloud print, a scanner, a copier, duplex printing, and even prints on CD/DVDs.

Okay, the one you suggested has a cheaper cost per page, but I really don't need that much volume. The setup I've put together for myself will probably end up costing me less than a penny per black and white page, which is a total steal if you ask me. On top of that, I definitely need the scanner and network printing since I have several computers at home.

Steven Perez13 said:The ink is $36 printer $100 ink 8 oz = 250 in the cheapest version, or $54 OCP's Premium 250ml too. I have no idea how you got $83 for 250ml.

The refillable cartridges are 27-$9.75, they're auto-resetting, so there's zero need for a chip resetter. Why on earth would you think the print head would die that fast? This is a home printer, nobody's printing 500 pages a day on this thing.

Plus, it's an MFP and a pretty solid photo printer for home use—it's got a card reader, Wi-Fi, an LCD screen, cloud print, scanner, copier, duplex printing, prints on CDs/DVDs, and more.

Look, the one you suggested has a cheaper cost per page, but I really don't need that much volume. With the setup I've put together, I'm looking at less than a penny per black and white page, which, let's be honest, is peanuts.

Are you even sure those cartridges are auto-resetting? Maybe they're just full All The time. Sometimes people call them "auto-resetting" just to mimic Epson's style when they're actually just standard resets.

It’s like having a gauge that stays at zero. Except instead of zero, it just shows a one on the display.

Essentially, you won't actually know how much ink is left in the cartridge. And since you won't know, you'll just keep pushing until the machine stops. If you run it dry three or four times like that, you're going to kill the print head.

Got it?

rustysurfer79 said:Are you sure those cartridges are actually auto-resetting? Maybe they're just marked as full All The time. I guess people might call them that just because they're trying to match how Epson ones work, even if they don't really reset themselves.

It’s kind of like having a gauge on a car that stays at zero. Except, well, instead of zero, it just shows a one on the display.

The real issue is that you have no idea how much ink is actually left in the cartridge. Since you can't tell, you just keep printing until the machine finally gives up. If you run it dry three or four times like that, you might end up burning out the print head.

Makes sense, right?

But, hey, they claim they are auto-resetting and that they show the exact ink levels.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmbA3jbPuXY#t=30

While I'm at it, I wanted to ask about that HP model:

So, if I go this route, I get the $100 printer plus 8 oz of each ink color, and that means the printer comes with a brand new print head, right?

It looks like I won't be able to just pick up extra ink later on unless I buy a whole new bundle with the printer itself.

I'm mainly curious about how many pages I can actually get out of that 750ml total ink supply, and I guess I should also ask if you provide any kind of warranty on the printer.

Steven Perez13 said:While I'm at it, let me ask about this HP:

So, basically you get the $100 printer and 8 oz of each ink color, plus a brand new print head included?

It looks like you can't even buy the ink separately later on—it's just sold as part of a new bundle with the printer.

Specifically, I'm wondering how many pages I can actually get out of those 750ml of ink, and if there's any kind of warranty on the printer itself.

Standard math says 40 ml at 5% coverage gives you about 800 pages. But since black is mixed with colors here, you're looking at roughly 50% less—so maybe 400 pages per 40 ml. If you're running mixed modes, that total amount of ink should cover roughly 8000 pages.

The print head isn't covered by a warranty because it's considered a consumable. You'll just get a new one bundled with the ink for $67 + tax. You could also grab an HP 27 kit with black ink, like the Orink HP 27 + 2* 100 Desktop Black Ink combo. Why go that route? Because with the HP 27, you can refill the head whenever you need using the CMY ink too. It keeps things efficient. You just have to decide which black quality works best for you. To be honest, using 100% original black ink tends to wear out the HP 27 head pretty fast. This CMY combo helps flush out any buildup. Basically, you get 100% utility.

As for the printer, you get the standard 90-day warranty. Honestly, though, these machines are so simple that they rarely break before hitting 5000 prints. The only thing that usually happens is the carriage belt slips if you get a paper jam—usually because someone tried to feed old, wrinkled paper through it. That’s really just user error, and a quick service fix takes maybe half an hour.

Regarding that Canon stuff, you really have to check if the refill ink is compatible with the cartridge sponge. "Premium" on a label doesn't mean much if someone imported some cheap knockoff meant for Epson and is trying to pass it off as universal for Canon and HP. Even if it says it's for Epson, it might not work; different aftermarket cartridges have different structures or sponges. You could end up with "Premium" ink that isn't right for the job leaking out of the cartridge overnight. Or worse, you get circulation issues where air gets sucked into the nozzles instead of the pressure equalizing with new ink.

Also, don't assume those aftermarket Canon cartridges can be refilled forever. Everything depends on the specific ink formula and the sponge design.

That's why it's crucial that this Desktop ink is specifically tuned for those heads. At this price point, it performs reliably and keeps the head cool. I have no clue exactly how long it'll last, but according to the service manuals, Canon inkjet heads are rated for about 5000 to 6000 prints when using original ink.

Edward James42 said:Greetings everyone. I am planning to buy a printer that uses cheap third-party ink available online. From what I've seen on the web, ink seems to be cheapest for Epson models. However, I have no clue which specific model to pick since I don't know the first thing about printers. I found this Epson Workforce WF-2520NF online—here is the picture.
It usually costs around... $177Does anyone actually know if compatible inks even exist for this thing? And more importantly, can someone just give me a decent printer recommendation for once?

I'm looking for a new printer, and I stumbled upon this one. Here's my issue: I’ve been using Epson printers for years and I've always been satisfied with them. My current one is an R265, and it has served me perfectly for years. I've just been buying replacement ink... $5.75Now we have a new problem: two out of the six colors aren't producing anything at all! The other four might work for now, but the second one cartridge runs dry, you're stuck. I searched online and found this Epson Workforce WF-2520NF, which seems like the best bet since replacement inks are actually available. In Indianapolis... $10I've been looking at those cheap multipack printers from Canon and HP, but there's a major problem: you can't just buy individual replacement colors. Since I use my printer constantly, I go through ink like crazy. Why would anyone design them that way?

mellowdriver86 said:I was looking for a new printer and stumbled upon this one. Here’s my dilemma. I’ve been using Epson printers for years and I love them. My current one is an R265 and it’s been a workhorse for me; I usually just grab replacement ink at $5.75. But now I've run into a snag—two of the six colors aren't working anymore. I've still got four left, but if even one cartridge runs dry, the whole thing stops printing. While browsing online, I found this Epson Workforce WF-2520NF, and the best part is how easy it is to find replacements. They're available in Indianapolis at $10. With some of those cheaper budget multipack printers from Canon or HP that I looked at, you can't even find replacement colors, and since I print constantly, I go through a ton of ink.

Stick with your R265

Why?

Because the R265 has 90 nozzles per color.

As for that 2529 model, I don't know off the top of my head. But I'm guessing it's something like 180 + 3 * 59.

Plus, the cartridge capacity on the R265 is 10 ml, whereas on that other one, it’s probably only 3.1 - 5.4 ml. So basically, 1 ml equals... what?

On the other hand, if you install continuous ink tanks on the R265, you won't have any more trouble sourcing LC and LM colors. And 1ml would be about 220/$200

rustysurfer79 said:Stick with your R265.

Why?

Because the R265 has 90 nozzles per color.

As for this 2529 model, I can't say off the top of my head. But I'd guess it's 180 + 3 * 59.

Plus, the cartridge capacity for the R265 is 10 ml, while for the one above, it's likely only 3.1 - 5.4 ml. So, how much does 1 ml actually cost?

If you install continuous ink tanks on the R265, you won't have any more trouble finding LC and LM colors. And 1 ml equals 220/$200

I can't stick with the R265 because 805 and 806 inks aren't available anymore, nor will they be—at least not in Indianapolis. I'm not paying shipping fees of $10 just to get a single color, and who knows if they'll even stay in stock where I found them online.
Look, I don't care about nozzles or any other technical jargon I don't understand! I just want a printer that does what I need, ideally with a scanner, keeps costs low, and has cheap replacement ink.

mellowdriver86 said:I can't stick with the R265 because you just can't find the 805 or 806 colors anymore, or they won't be available—at least not here in Indianapolis. Plus, I'm tired of paying shipping on $10 just for one single color, and honestly, I'm worried about whether the places I found online will even keep them in stock.
Look, I don't care about nozzles or any of that technical stuff I don't understand. I just want a printer that does what I need, preferably with a scanner, stays cheap, and uses affordable third-party ink.

Seriously, you've got the Colibri refillable cartridges that you don't just throw away. You refill them yourself.

And again, if you aren't catching my drift: the whole game is set up so that some sucker who fell for the R265 deal $5.75 ends up crying because they're paying 3* $10 for the exact same amount of prints.

Get it now?

rustysurfer79 said:Once again, you have those Colibri refillable cartridges that you don't just throw away. You refill them yourself.
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And once again, if you just don't get it! The game is rigged so that some naive sucker ends up with exactly what happened to you with the R265. $5.75 Now it’s crying three times over! $10 For the exact same number of prints? Seriously?

Get it?

And what’s the actual cost for the refill kit and the ink itself? I checked your website, but I can't find a single price for what I'm looking for. Half the links don't even work! And seriously, for the R265, the price jumped six times over! $5.75.
So, how much am I actually looking at for these refill cartridges, including all the colors and shipping? And don't you dare give me prices before tax—I want the final total. I need to figure out if this is even worth my time. Honestly, I hate ordering stuff online; I’d much rather just walk into a store and see exactly what I'm paying for with my own eyes.

mellowdriver86 said:So what’s the actual cost for the refill kit and the ink itself? I checked out your site, but I can't find any prices for what I actually need. Half the links are broken. No, for the Chicago model, it ended up being 6 times $5.75.
Seriously, how much would it cost me for those refill cartridges, the ink, and shipping? Please don't say "+ tax"—I want the final bottom line. I'm trying to see if this even makes sense for me, though I'm not a huge fan of ordering stuff online. I'd much rather just walk into a store and see what I'm buying with my own eyes.

It means $60 per cartridge, so you're looking at $147 total after tax. That's basically the equivalent of getting 180 cartridges for an HP OfficeJet 2520. Basically, one single replacement cartridge with that same capacity costs you exactly $1.00 including tax. It's a 1-to-10 ratio.

On the flip side, with the Chicago model, you get the CD tray, and you can also pick up a tray for ID cards.
http://adriatix.com/A_PROIZVODI/ID%20...0ID%20Card.htm

Honestly, if anyone's listening to this, they might realize it's smarter to just trade in that Chicago printer for a brand new, shrink-wrapped HP OfficeJet 2520 instead. Assuming your Chicago model is still running 100% perfectly, of course.

rustysurfer79 said:that means 60 cartridges costs $147 plus tax. That's the same as buying 180 cartridges for an HP OfficeJet 2520. Basically, one single high-capacity replacement cartridge costs exactly $1.00 including tax. So it's 1 versus 10.

On the other hand, with the Chicago model, you get the CD tray, and you can even pick up an ID card tray too.

So, if anyone with half a brain is listening, it might seem like a good idea to trade that Chicago for a brand-new, mint-condition HP OfficeJet 2520. Assuming, of course, your Chicago actually works perfectly.

What good is an ID card tray to me? I don't even use this for CDs anymore because you can't find printable ones anywhere. And regarding the price—I asked you not to say "+ tax," just give me the final price and tell me how much shipping is.

mellowdriver86 said:Honestly, who even needs an ID card slot anymore? I don't even touch the CD tray; you can barely find printable CDs in stores these days. And about the price—can you please just give me the total instead of adding tax later? Just tell me the final number plus whatever the shipping costs.

Shipping usually runs around $30—$17 depending on how you pay.

That said, if you’ve got a bunch of empty LC or LM cartridges lying around, your best bet is probably just taking them to a local shop to get them refilled.

But if you tossed them out already... well, that's on you.

rustysurfer79 said:Shipping usually runs about 30 bucks—$17it depends on how you pay
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But look, if you have a bunch of empty LC and LM cartridges lying around, the smartest move is just to drop them off somewhere to get refilled.

And if you tossed them out? Don't look at me. Whose fault is that?

The shipping costs are outrageous! For crying out loud, write so that people who aren't experts can actually understand you. What even is an LC or an LM?!
In Indianapolis, refilling costs $13 or more. Way too expensive!