SKU:

CS-CN-1200-CXL

Condition:

New (compatible)

OEM Part #:

PGI-1200XL

Color:

Cyan

Ink Type:

Pigment

Page Yield:

1,020 pages

Chip:

Yes — new compatible chip

Warranty:

Lifetime Warranty

Returns:

1 Year

Frequently Asked Questions

What does cyan actually do in an office report?

Cyan is the blue behind chart bars, report headers, diagrams and calm corporate graphics. When cyan fades, blues turn thin and green-leaning, and a clean quarterly chart looks washed out. This PGI-1200XL cyan cartridge restores that blue channel with pigment ink, so business graphics read clearly in meetings and client copies.

Which printers take this cyan cartridge?

It is verified for the Canon MAXIFY MB2020, Canon MAXIFY MB2120, Canon MAXIFY MB2320 and Canon MAXIFY MB2720. Match your model to one of those four before ordering — similar-looking Canon models can use different cartridges.

How many pages should I expect from the cyan XL?

This cartridge is rated at 1,020 pages under standard test conditions. Color use varies far more than black: a text report with a small blue header uses little cyan, while a full-page chart uses much more. Use the rating to compare XL value, then watch the level gauge to learn your own pattern.

My blues look green or dull — is cyan the likely cause?

Often, yes. Cyan plus yellow makes green, so weak cyan shifts blues toward green and makes blue bars look muddy. Print a nozzle check to rule out a clog, then check the cyan level. If cyan is low, replacing this slot alone usually restores balanced color.

Does the new chip keep the cyan level accurate?

Yes. The cartridge carries a new compatible chip that reports ink levels to the printer, so the cyan gauge behaves as expected. Seat it firmly and let recognition finish. If a firmware update ever causes a warning, reseat the cartridge and restart the printer. Persistent problems are covered by the Lifetime Warranty.

Do I need to change magenta and yellow at the same time?

No. Replace only the low color. Your existing PGI-1200XL Black, PGI-1200XL Magenta and PGI-1200XL Yellow cartridges can stay in place while you swap cyan. Separate slots mean you pay only for the color you actually used up.

Why choose pigment cyan for documents instead of photo work?

This MAXIFY line is a document printer first. Pigment cyan holds its edge on plain office paper, so chart lines, colored headings and graphics stay sharp instead of feathering. It prints a perfectly good color handout, but its real strength is crisp business color on everyday paper.

Is this cartridge made by Canon?

No. This is a Clever Supplies compatible PGI-1200XL cartridge, built to the same specification and yield as the Canon original and clearly labeled as compatible. It uses pigment ink and a new compatible chip. The saving versus the original brand is why most small offices switch for routine color work.

When should I order the full set instead?

If cyan, magenta and yellow are all near empty together, the PGI-1200XL Set of 4 is the simpler refresh, and busy offices keep the PGI-1200XL Set of 9 on the shelf. If only your blues have faded, this single cyan is the economical fix.

What protection comes with this cyan cartridge?

It carries the Clever Supplies Lifetime Warranty, with returns for 1 Year. If it leaks, is not recognized or prints poorly, contact us and we will replace it or refund you. Store any spare sealed, upright and away from direct sunlight so it performs when installed.