SKU:

CS-CN-2200-CXL

Condition:

New (compatible)

OEM Part #:

PGI-2200XL

Color:

Cyan

Ink Type:

Pigment

Page Yield:

1,755 pages

Chip:

Yes — new compatible chip

Warranty:

Lifetime Warranty

Returns:

1 Year

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the cyan cartridge actually do in office documents?

Cyan carries the blue side of office printing: bar charts, header bars, printed links, presentation backgrounds and company-logo blue. It also mixes with magenta for purples and with yellow for greens. When cyan fades, blues turn thin and greens drift, even though black text still looks perfect.

How many pages does the cyan cartridge cover?

This PGI-2200XL cyan cartridge is rated at 1,755 pages under standard test conditions at light coverage. Real use varies for color: text reports with small charts use very little cyan, while full-page slides and flyers use far more. Treat the rating as the fair comparison against the original, measured the same way.

Does it fit my MAXIFY printer?

Yes, if your printer is the Canon MAXIFY MB5020, Canon MAXIFY MB5120, Canon MAXIFY MB5320, Canon MAXIFY MB5420, Canon MAXIFY iB4020 or Canon MAXIFY iB4120. The full list is also under Compatible Printers on this page.

Why do charts and headers look dull when cyan runs low?

Because most business blues are built mainly from cyan. As the supply drops, charts lose depth, header bars print pale and product photos take on a warm, reddish cast. Black cannot fix the mix, which is why a page can read fine yet look wrong. Replacing the cyan slot restores the balance.

Is the ink pigment or dye, and why does that matter on plain paper?

It is pigment ink, filled to the original PGI-2200XL specification. On plain office paper, pigment color holds a clean edge instead of soaking in and feathering, so colored headings, ruled tables and small chart labels stay tidy next to black text, including on double-sided pages.

Will my printer recognize the cartridge and show the cyan level?

Yes. A new compatible chip is fitted, so the printer recognizes the cartridge and reports the cyan level normally, just as with the original. No workaround is needed for everyday printing. If a warning appears right after a Canon firmware update, reseating the cartridge and restarting the printer clears most cases.

Can I replace only the cyan slot?

Yes. The four slots are independent, so low cyan does not force you to change ink with pages left. The other singles are PGI-2200XL Black, PGI-2200XL Magenta and PGI-2200XL Yellow. For a full refresh, choose the PGI-2200XL Set of 4.

How do I make sure I have ordered the right color?

Check the color name before you open the seal: this cartridge is the cyan PGI-2200XL. All four cartridges in the family share the same code and look alike on the shelf, so the color word on the label, matched to the low slot, prevents a mix-up.

What if a print still looks off right after I install it?

Confirm the cartridge is fully seated in the cyan slot, restart the printer, then judge it on an ordinary office page rather than one dense graphic. If blues still print weak or the cartridge is not recognized, contact us instead; print quality and recognition are both covered.

What warranty and return window apply to this cyan cartridge?

It carries the Clever Supplies Lifetime Warranty. If it ever leaks, is not recognized or prints poorly, we replace it or refund you. You also have a 1 Year return window, which suits a color spare that may sit sealed for weeks.