SKU:

CS-CN-2200-BKXL

Condition:

New (compatible)

OEM Part #:

PGI-2200XL

Color:

Black

Ink Type:

Pigment

Page Yield:

2,500 pages

Chip:

Yes — new compatible chip

Warranty:

Lifetime Warranty

Returns:

1 Year

Frequently Asked Questions

How far does one black cartridge go during a heavy office week?

This PGI-2200XL black cartridge is rated at 2,500 pages. That rating assumes standard pages at light coverage, so contracts and dense reports land lower, while plain text memos come closer. For a daily-print office, it is the high-yield black option in this family, built to stretch the gap between changes.

Which MAXIFY printers use this black cartridge?

It fits the Canon MAXIFY MB5020, Canon MAXIFY MB5120, Canon MAXIFY MB5320, Canon MAXIFY MB5420, Canon MAXIFY iB4020 and Canon MAXIFY iB4120. If your model is not in that list, this is not the right cartridge for it.

Why does pigment black matter when you print double-sided all day?

The ink is pigment based, the type Canon specifies for this family. Pigment black stays crisp on plain paper, so small text reads sharp on both sides of a duplex page and dense paragraphs do not look washed out. For reports that get handled and filed, that clean edge keeps pages professional.

Will the printer read the ink level correctly?

Yes. Each cartridge carries a new compatible chip, so the printer recognizes it and reports the black level normally, with no workaround needed. If a Canon firmware update ever triggers a warning, reseat the cartridge and restart the printer. If it still will not print, the Lifetime Warranty covers it.

Can I swap it in the middle of a long print run?

Yes. The cartridge is individually sealed and installs as a straight swap in the black slot. Open the new one only when the old one runs low, seat it, and let the printer finish its checks before resuming. Levels report as you print, so you can plan the swap between jobs.

What does it do for text sharpness on contracts and reports?

Black does almost all the reading work in an office: body text, totals, signatures and fine print. This cartridge is filled to the original PGI-2200XL specification with pigment ink, so characters print dark and defined rather than gray and fuzzy, which matters most on pages a client or auditor reads closely.

Should I keep a spare black cartridge on the shelf?

For most offices, yes. Black normally empties first because text printing never stops, even on days when nobody prints in color. One sealed spare next to the printer prevents a dead stop on a deadline day. When it goes in, reorder a fresh backup.

Can I replace just the black, or do the colors have to change too?

Just the black. Each slot works on its own. When a color does run down, the matching singles are PGI-2200XL Cyan, PGI-2200XL Magenta and PGI-2200XL Yellow, or use the PGI-2200XL Set of 4.

Is this a Canon original cartridge?

No. This is a Clever Supplies compatible cartridge built to the same PGI-2200XL specification and rated yield as the original Canon cartridge, at a lower price. The chip is new and the fill matches the original specification. For bulk stock, see the PGI-2200XL Set of 9.

What cover comes with this cartridge?

Every Clever Supplies inkjet cartridge carries a Lifetime Warranty. If this black cartridge ever leaks, is not recognized or prints poorly, contact us and we will replace it or refund you. Returns run for 1 Year, giving a busy office time to judge it on real jobs.