Getting The Best Deal On Printer Cartridges
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Buying replacement
cartridges for your printer is an expensive business at the best of times. Now
with major producers - including HP and Epson - reducing the quantity of ink in
the new cartridges, it's set to get even pricier. Here's a simple strategy to
reduce the cost of the printer cartridges you buy and save you a bundle.
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If you've been using
an laser or inkjet printer for any length of time, you'll know that the cost of
replacing the<a href="http://www.cartcon.co.uk"
title="discount printer ink cartridges"> printer
cartridge</a> is a major expense. Often after a few months (or even
weeks) of moderate use, the cost of replacement cartridges has overtaken the
cost of the printer itself. To make things worse, the major printer
manufacturers including Epson and HP have reduced the quantity of ink in these
replacement cartridges. This makes the whole business even more costly. So what
can you do? Here's a guide to getting the best value for your replacement
cartridges.
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First, you have to
understand the types of printer cartridges available. There are basically three
types of replacement ink cartridge you can buy. The first is original equipment
manufacturer (OEM). These are made by the printer companies themselves. OEMs
tend to be the most expensive but also have the highest quality.
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The next are
compatible ink cartridges, also known as generic ink cartridges. These discount
ink cartridges are built to OEM specifications but by companies other than the
printer company. Some OEMs patent their cartridge design, so the generic item
is unavailable.
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Finally there are
remanufactured cartridges. These are used cartridges which have been refilled.
They are of course the cheapest and least reliable. Now let's move on to
finding the best supplier.
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Finding the right
discount supplier can save you a fortune in your future purchases of <a
href="http://www.cartcon.co.uk/products/Laser_Toner_Cartridges/" title="laser toner
cartridges">printer cartridges</a> . There are a number of
criteria you should bear in mind. You should look for a store that offers a
full range of products from all the major manufacturers. This means you don't
have to waste time if they don't have the brand or model you want. Most retail
chains offer a full range of products but their prices tend to be very high.
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For this reason,
ordering online is an attractive option. For one thing it can be very cost
effective to buy directly from the wholesaler. What's more, the products are
often imported from
extremely attractive.
Shipping and handling
are often free.
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Another advantage of
buying online is that you can shop from the comfort of your computer. You don't
have to waste time driving around shops looking for the best deal. And with
fast delivery, your new printer cartridges arrive in a few days.
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It sounds perfect and
it is. Providing you choose the right company to buy from. First and foremost
you need to find a reliable supplier with a good track record. They should have
a business history going back at least ten years. And look for a firm that
stands by its products and offers an iron-clad guarantee.
About the Author
Alan Wilson is the director of <a href="http://www.cartcon.co.uk" title="discount printer ink cartridges">Cartridge Concept</a>, the UK's leading online supplier of printer cartridges. For complete information on the company's product line, please visit: http://www.cartcon.co.uk
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