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Canon PIXMA MX490 Series Ink Cartridges

Reliable remanufactured ink for home-office documents, forms, copies, and regular color output.

U.S.-market Canon PIXMA MX490 and MX492 printers use Canon PG-245 Black and CL-246 Tri-color cartridges. Starink remanufactured Canon 245XL and 246XL cartridges provide the corresponding high-yield PG-245XL Black and CL-246XL Tri-color versions in one complete replacement set. One Black and one Tri-color cartridge arrive with original OEM chips already installed, so no chip transfer is required.

Choose Your Ink for Canon PIXMA MX490 Series

Shop the Starink remanufactured Canon 245XL / 246XL 2-Pack for U.S.-market Canon PIXMA MX490 and MX492 printers. The set includes one PG-245XL Black cartridge and one CL-246XL Tri-color cartridge, with original OEM chips included and no chip transfer required.

2-Pack Black + Tri-color Original OEM Chip Reused

Remanufactured Canon 245XL 246XL Ink Cartridges 2-Pack

Includes one remanufactured Canon PG-245XL Black cartridge and one remanufactured Canon CL-246XL Tri-color cartridge. Both cartridges reuse original OEM chips that are already installed, so no chip transfer is required.

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Canon 245XL / 246XL Ink Cartridge Compatibility

The Canon PIXMA models below use Canon PG-245 or PG-245XL Black and CL-246 or CL-246XL Tri-color cartridges when configured for the U.S. market. Confirm the complete printer model and the cartridge number on your existing cartridge before ordering.

Canon PIXMA MG2400 Series

Canon PIXMA MG2420

Canon PIXMA MG2500 Series

Canon PIXMA MG2520 Canon PIXMA MG2522 Canon PIXMA MG2525

Canon PIXMA MG2900 Series

Canon PIXMA MG2920 Canon PIXMA MG2922 Canon PIXMA MG2924

Canon PIXMA MG3000 Series

Canon PIXMA MG3020 Canon PIXMA MG3022 Canon PIXMA MG3029

Canon PIXMA TS200 Series

Canon PIXMA TS202

Canon PIXMA TS300 Series

Canon PIXMA TS302

Canon PIXMA TS3100 Series

Canon PIXMA TS3120 Canon PIXMA TS3122 Canon PIXMA TS3129

Canon PIXMA TS3300 Series

Canon PIXMA TS3320 Canon PIXMA TS3322

Canon PIXMA TS3400 Series

Canon PIXMA TS3420

Canon PIXMA TR4500 Series

Canon PIXMA TR4520 Canon PIXMA TR4522 Canon PIXMA TR4527

Canon PIXMA MX490 Series

Canon PIXMA MX490 Canon PIXMA MX492

Canon PIXMA iP2800 Series

Canon PIXMA iP2820

U.S. printer compatibility only: Canon cartridge numbers vary by sales region. If the printer was purchased outside the United States, check the cartridge number on the old cartridge or in the regional printer documentation before ordering.

Starink Remanufactured Canon 245XL 246XL Ink Cartridge Page Yield

These figures show the listed page yield for each individual cartridge in the 2-Pack:

CartridgePage Yield
Canon PG-245XL BlackUp to 400 pages
Canon CL-246XL Tri-colorUp to 400 pages

Page yield is rated per individual cartridge and should not be added together as a combined 2-Pack yield. Actual results vary with page coverage, printer settings, and printing conditions.

Original OEM Chip Included

  • Original OEM Chip Included: Each remanufactured cartridge reuses an original OEM chip already installed on the cartridge.
  • No Chip Transfer Required: Install the replacement cartridges without moving a chip from an old cartridge.
  • Ink-Level Monitoring Supported: The reused OEM chips support cartridge recognition and ink-level communication with compatible printers.
  • Complete 2-Pack: One PG-245XL Black and one CL-246XL Tri-color cartridge are included.
  • Factory Tested: Each remanufactured cartridge is inspected and tested before shipment for printing and cartridge recognition.

Printing Scenarios and Buying Checks

Printing Scenarios

  • Home-office documents: Letters, reports, schedules, and routine paperwork.
  • Forms and copies: Applications, records, invoices, and copied documents.
  • Regular color output: Charts, reference pages, family materials, and occasional photos.
  • Replacement planning: Review Black and color yield ratings separately for your usual print volume.

Before You Order

  • Confirm that the complete printer model is Canon PIXMA MX490 or MX492.
  • Check that the existing cartridges use the Canon PG-245 and CL-246 cartridge family.
  • Confirm that the printer was purchased for the U.S. market.
  • If you are unsure, send Starink the complete model and existing cartridge numbers before ordering.

Canon PIXMA MX490 Series Ink Cartridge FAQs

What ink does the Canon PIXMA MX490 Series use?

U.S.-market Canon PIXMA MX490 and MX492 printers use Canon PG-245 Black and CL-246 Tri-color cartridges. Starink offers the high-yield PG-245XL Black and CL-246XL Tri-color versions in one remanufactured 2-Pack.

Which models are included in the Canon PIXMA MX490 Series on this page?

This page covers the Canon PIXMA MX490 and MX492 sold for the U.S. market. Canon cartridge numbers vary by region, so confirm that the old cartridges are labeled PG-245 and CL-246 before ordering.

Are Starink Canon 245XL / 246XL cartridges compatible with the MX490 and MX492?

Yes. Starink remanufactured Canon PG-245XL Black and CL-246XL Tri-color cartridges are designed for the U.S.-market Canon PIXMA MX490 and MX492 printers listed on this page.

Can Canon 245XL and 246XL replace standard 245 and 246 in MX490 Series printers?

Yes. For the listed U.S.-market MX490 Series printers, PG-245XL and CL-246XL are the higher-capacity versions of the standard PG-245 Black and CL-246 Tri-color cartridges.

What comes in the Starink Canon 245XL / 246XL 2-Pack?

The 2-Pack includes one remanufactured Canon PG-245XL Black cartridge and one remanufactured Canon CL-246XL Tri-color cartridge, providing one complete Black-and-color replacement set.

How many pages can Starink Canon 245XL and 246XL cartridges print?

Starink Canon PG-245XL Black and CL-246XL Tri-color cartridges are each rated for up to 400 pages. These are individual cartridge ratings and should not be combined as an 800-page 2-Pack total.

Do Starink Canon 245XL / 246XL cartridges include original OEM chips?

Yes. Both remanufactured cartridges reuse original OEM chips that are already installed, so no chip transfer is required. The reused OEM chips support cartridge recognition and ink-level communication with compatible printers.

What should I do if my MX492 does not recognize the replacement cartridge?

Confirm that the printer is a listed U.S.-market MX490 Series model, verify that all protective material has been removed, and reinstall the indicated cartridge firmly. If the message remains, note the exact error and troubleshoot cartridge recognition issues.

Not Sure Which Cartridge Fits Your Printer?
Send Starink your complete printer model, purchase region, and the cartridge numbers printed on your existing cartridges.
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