What's the difference between OEM, Compatible and Remanufactured Cartridges?

------> OEM Cartridges :
Original Equipment Manufacturer is what OEM stands for. These manufacturers produce the replacement toner or ink for copiers or printers and normally will put the manufacturer's name on the product, such as Xerox, HP, Sharp, Lexmark, Brother, IBM, etc.

------> Compatible Cartridges :
Generic cartridges are specially manufactured to meet or exceed OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) specifications with high standards of quality and reliability and offer high-quality printing results. Manufactured 100% brand new, containing only new components, they are an economical alternative to expensive name-brand cartridges and supplies, and allow for big savings over brand-name cartridges and supplies. The use of Generic replacement cartridges does not void Printer Warranty, which is proven by the following US Congress New Legislation!

------> Remanufactured Cartridges:
Remanufactured cartridges have been recycled to meet or exceed OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) specifications. The recycling and reprocessing process involves disassembling, inspecting, cleaning, replacing worn parts, reassembling, and filling the toner or ink. Once the remanufacturing process is complete, the cartridge is then print tested, sealed, and packaged for resale.

Will using Compatible/Remanufactured cartridges void the warranty of my printer?
No, the use of Compatible/Remanufactured replacement cartridges does not void your Printers Warranty, which is proven by US Congress New Legislation!

Will my warranty be voided if I refill my cartridges?
No, refilling consists of refilling your inkjet cartridges and no tampering with the actual printer. Therefore refilling your cartridges will not void your warranty.

How can I get dried ink out of my print head so I can print again?
Place the clogged cartridge in about 1/4 - 1/2 inch of warm water for a few minutes. When ink starts to slowly leak out take the cartridge out of the water and dry it using a soft cloth to "Q-tip." Then place it back in your printer and run the print head cleaning utility that comes with your printer software. You may have to run this 2-4 times before printing quality is re-established.

What do you mean by priming the cartridge?
Priming the cartridge is another process that allows the print head to open up for the ink to come through. What you do is get a damp paper towel, press and hold on the print head (copper strip facing down) for around 20-30 seconds. This will bring the ink to the surface of the print head.

My cartridge is printing faded and print head seams to be clogged. What can I do to make it work?
You may try priming the cartridge. Priming the cartridge is a process that allows the print head to open up for the ink to come through. What you do is get a damp paper towel, press and hold on the print head (copper strip facing down) for around 20-30 seconds. This will bring the ink to the surface of the print head, open up and print heads that might be blocked and the flow of the ink will start again. Just put the cartridge back in the printer ready to use.

How should I handle my cartridge?
Never touch the electronic print head with any abrasive material. Use care when setting your cartridges down and do not place the print head in contact with any surface besides the printer.

What about ink quality?
Ink quality is the most important part of refilling. The print head on your cartridge may get clogged or destroyed by the inks that can not match the OEM's specifications. InkTec / Universal inks are formulated and tested under strict laboratory conditions to ensure the highest output quality at all times as compared with other OEM products.