SKU:

CS-CN-230-BK

Condition:

New Compatible

OEM Part #:

PGI-230

Color:

Pigment Black

Ink Type:

Pigment

Page Yield:

Up to 600 pages

Chip:

New compatible chip

Warranty:

Lifetime Warranty

Returns:

1-Year Free Returns

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does this printer carry a pigment black tank at all?

The PGI-230 is the document tank in a six-tank system. Its pigment ink is built for letters, reports and forms: it lays down sharp, water-resistant text on plain paper and stays crisp where a dye ink would soften. Everyday paperwork comes from this tank, not from the photo colors.

How is the PGI-230 different from the second black beside it?

Your printer holds two blacks because they do different work. This pigment black prints text; the dye-based CLI-231BK is the photo black, made for deep, glossy shadows on photo paper. They are not interchangeable, each sits in its own labeled slot, and each is replaced on its own schedule.

Which printer is the PGI-230 made for?

It fits the Canon PIXMA TS8820. That printer is the only model built on this six-tank system, so there is no model-by-model split to check: if your printer takes this family, this is its pigment black. The full list is under Compatible Printers on this page.

How many pages should I expect from one tank?

The cartridge is rated at up to 600 pages, the supplier's rating, measured on standard test pages at around 5% coverage. A text-heavy workload lands closest to that figure; pages carrying large graphics, charts or photos draw more ink and bring the real count down.

Will the ink level display keep working?

Yes. The PGI-230 carries a new compatible chip that reports ink levels to the printer, so low-ink warnings behave as they should. It is a new cartridge built to this specification, not a refilled original shell running on a reset chip.

Can I swap in this tank while the others are still genuine Canon?

Yes. Every slot is read independently, so a compatible pigment black prints normally beside genuine Canon color tanks, and the rest of the family can follow one tank at a time. Many owners start with the tank they replace most often — for document printing, that is usually this one.

What other tanks complete the set in my printer?

Alongside this one sit the photo black above, plus CLI-231C, CLI-231M, CLI-231Y and a CLI-231GY gray tank that smooths photo tones. Replacing colors individually, only as each one runs down, is the normal pattern for this system.

A message appeared right after I installed it — what now?

Acknowledge the on-screen message, lift the tank out and reseat it until it clicks, then restart the printer. If the message persists, wipe the gold chip contacts with a dry, lint-free cloth and reinstall. These steps clear most first-install warnings.

Is this a genuine Canon cartridge?

No. This is a Clever Supplies compatible cartridge built to the PGI-230 specification. It is not manufactured by Canon; the Canon name appears only to identify the printer it fits. What you get instead is the same rated yield at a lower price, backed by our own warranty.

What protection comes with it if something goes wrong?

Every cartridge carries the Clever Supplies Lifetime Warranty, and returns are free for the first year. If a tank leaks, is not recognized or prints poorly, stop printing and contact us — we replace the cartridge or refund you rather than leave you troubleshooting a faulty tank.