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PGI-280XXL / CLI-281XXL
5-INK SYSTEM
NO PHOTO BLUE
Canon TR8520 Ink Cartridges
Complete 5-ink replacement sets for office documents, color graphics, and photo printing
Starink compatible ink cartridges for the Canon PIXMA TR8520 provide the complete PGI-280XXL and CLI-281XXL five-ink replacement system. Choose a 5-Pack or 10-Pack for everyday office documents, reports, forms, color graphics, and photos, or use the PGI-280XXL Black 2-Pack when you mainly need to refresh the pigment black cartridge used for sharp text. The TR8520 does not require Photo Blue.
Choose Your Ink for Canon TR8520
The TR8520 needs all five cartridges for a complete replacement. Choose the pack size based on how often you print, or buy black only when that is the only tank running low.
BEST VALUE
PGI-280/CLI-281 10-Pack
Two complete 5-ink sets for office documents, color graphics, photo printing, and fewer reorders.
COMPLETE SET
PGI-280/CLI-281 5-Pack
One complete 5-ink set for replacing every TR8520 cartridge at once.
BLACK ONLY
PGI-280XXL 2-Pack (Black)
Pigment black only for sharp text in office documents, reports, and forms.
Canon TR8520 Ink Cartridge Compatibility
The Canon PIXMA TR8520 uses five individual cartridges. Choose a complete 5-Pack or 10-Pack for all five colors, or select the black-only option when pigment black is the only cartridge running low.
Canon PIXMA TR8520
5 INK TANKS
PGI-280XXL Pigment Black
CLI-281XXL Dye Black
CLI-281XXL Cyan
CLI-281XXL Magenta
CLI-281XXL Yellow
Complete Replacement Sets
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Compare Canon TR8520 Ink Pack Sizes
Every complete TR8520 set contains PGI-280XXL pigment black plus CLI-281XXL dye black, cyan, magenta, and yellow. Photo Blue is not used by this five-ink printer.
| Option | Pigment Black PGI-280XXL | Dye Black CLI-281XXL | Cyan CLI-281XXL | Magenta CLI-281XXL | Yellow CLI-281XXL | Photo Blue Not Used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Pack Black | 2 | — | — | — | — | — |
| 5-Pack | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — |
| 10-Pack | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
Canon TR8520 Ink Cartridge Page Yield
These figures show the page yield for each individual compatible cartridge:
| Cartridge | Page Yield |
|---|---|
| PGI-280XXL Pigment Black | Up to 600 pages |
| CLI-281XXL Dye Black | Up to 6,360 pages |
| CLI-281XXL Cyan | Up to 820 pages |
| CLI-281XXL Magenta | Up to 760 pages |
| CLI-281XXL Yellow | Up to 824 pages |
Page yields are rated per individual cartridge and should not be added together as a combined pack yield. Actual output varies with content, settings, print frequency, and cleaning cycles.
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Why Choose Starink Ink for Canon TR8520?
- Smart Chips Included: No chip transfer is required, with ink-level monitoring supported after installation.
- Factory Tested: Cartridges are checked for print performance and compatibility with current printer firmware.
- Leak Protection: Cartridge construction and sealing are tested to reduce leaking during storage and use.
- Lifetime Coverage: Product quality and compatibility are backed beyond the initial 30-day return window.
- ISO Quality Systems: Products are manufactured under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified management systems.
FAQs for Canon TR8520 Ink Cartridges
What ink cartridges does the Canon TR8520 use?
The Canon PIXMA TR8520 uses five individual cartridges: PGI-280 pigment black plus CLI-281 dye black, cyan, magenta, and yellow. Starink high-yield replacements are labeled PGI-280XXL and CLI-281XXL.
Are Starink ink cartridges compatible with the Canon TR8520?
Yes. The Starink PGI-280XXL and CLI-281XXL cartridges on this page are designed for the Canon PIXMA TR8520 and include smart chips for straightforward installation and printer recognition.
What is the difference between the 5-Pack and 10-Pack for the Canon TR8520?
Do Starink Canon TR8520 cartridges come with smart chips?
Yes. Smart chips are included, so no chip transfer is required. They are designed to support printer recognition and ink-level monitoring after installation.
Does the Canon TR8520 need Photo Blue ink?
No. The TR8520 is a five-ink printer and does not use CLI-281 Photo Blue. For a complete replacement, choose the 5-Pack or 10-Pack rather than a six-ink set.
Can I use a 6-Pack or 12-Pack in the Canon TR8520?
Those packs include Photo Blue for six-ink printer models. Because the TR8520 does not use Photo Blue, the 5-Pack or 10-Pack is the complete set made for its five-ink system.
Can I replace only the PGI-280XXL pigment black cartridge?
Yes. If only the text-focused pigment black tank is low, choose the PGI-280XXL Black 2-Pack. You do not need to buy a full color set just to replace pigment black.
Is the 10-Pack two complete TR8520 ink sets?
Yes. The 10-Pack contains two PGI-280XXL pigment black cartridges and two each of CLI-281XXL dye black, cyan, magenta, and yellow—two complete sets for the five-ink TR8520.
What are the page yields for Starink Canon TR8520 ink?
PGI-280XXL Pigment Black yields up to 600 pages; CLI-281XXL Dye Black up to 6,360 pages; Cyan up to 820 pages; Magenta up to 760 pages; and Yellow up to 824 pages. These are individual cartridge yields and should not be added together as one pack yield.
Can I replace TR8520 cartridges one at a time?
Yes. The TR8520 uses individual ink tanks, so you can replace a depleted color as needed. When several cartridges are low together, a complete 5-ink set is usually the more convenient choice.
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