Lexamark Cartridge No 31

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Hi,

I am thinking of buying an empty no 31.

Bearing in mind that the cartridge is empty, would I have any trouble
in re-activating it?

What is the best method of storing an empty cartridge untill I need
it?

How many colours can be introduced into the cartridge (include balck
in your list)?

Would I need to use special inks?

Thanks
 
Hi,

I am thinking of buying an empty no 31.

Bearing in mind that the cartridge is empty, would I have any trouble
in re-activating it?

What is the best method of storing an empty cartridge untill I need
it?

How many colours can be introduced into the cartridge (include balck
in your list)?

Would I need to use special inks?

Thanks
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I can just see the Messerschmitt climbing and turning for a strafing run on
this one.
 
Perhaps he got shot on the strafing run ?
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Is the black colour that would be produced from the photocartridge
indistinguishable from that produced by a black cartridge.
 
I don;t use Lexmark printers. In general I find their inkjet products
are not very robust, and their ink cartridges are very costly.

To my knowledge Lexmark uses a thermal ink head which is incorporated
into the disposable cartridge. I am unfamiliar with the number 31. In
general I believe Lexmark uses two cartridges, one ganged with 3 or more
colors (CMY and sometimes CcMmY inks).

There may be some instructions on line (perhaps offered by some of the
3rd party ink companies) on how to refill the Lexmark cartridges
properly. You should probably look around and see what 3rd party ink
companies are offering.

The heads do dry out if left in the open air. I suggest you store the
cartridge in a sealed plastic bag to which you have added a small piece
of damp sponge. Just damp enough to keep a but of moisture i there.

This will help the ink still within the cartridge and head from drying
out.Try to keep the cartridge with the head portion up so it doesn't
start leaking ink over itself and everything else. I think all Lexmark
inks are dye based as opposed to pigment, meaning the inks will dissolve
more easily with water even when dried out.

Refilling cartridges can be somewhat messy and a bit tricky, and you may
wish to consider having someone else do it for you, and you may select
to have the cartridge refilled by some dealers. They usually charge
less (about half of that cartridge new).

Art


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Unfortunatley, I seem to have attracted your attention
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But oddly enough you have not yet attracted the attention of the usual
Messerschmitt pilot
who must still be stuck on the runway.
Once he gets airborne you might wish to take cover.
 
But oddly enough you have not yet attracted the attention of the usual
Messerschmitt pilot
who must still be stuck on the runway.
Once he gets airborne you might wish to take cover.
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John,

Thanks for the tip.

I think I have heard of him.

Art.

Thanks for the very comprehensive answer. Very helpful.

I may buy an empty cartridge and note your suggestion of the bag and
sponge. I assume that any residual ink will then be moistened. I would
prefer to leave it empty untill I am ready to use it, but you might
advise filling on receipt.

All best wishes.

A

Ps. I have learnt from other NG's that there is much more to this
cartridge business than meets the eye. For example, pigment vs. dye.
Photcarts and colour carts and the debate about where the black is
comming from, not to mention the role of the paper.
 
Unfortunatley, I seem to have attracted your attention
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It is certainly not out of any desire on my part, I can assure you. You may
consider yourself collateral damage.
 
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