Canon 0340C001 - CLI-271 XL Grey Ink Tank for PIXMA Printers

Canon CLI-271 XL Grey Ink Tank - High-Yield Cartridge for Professional Photo Printing

The Canon CLI-271 XL Grey Ink Tank (0340C001) delivers exceptional photo quality and outstanding value for your Canon PIXMA printer. This high-yield XL cartridge uses dye-based grey ink to produce smooth tonal gradations and enhanced detail in black and white photos. Perfect for monochrome photography, fine art printing, and professional photo projects, the CLI-271 XL provides approximately 715 pages of reliable performance with superior grey tones.

Key Features

• High-Yield XL Capacity: Produces approximately 715 pages, offering superior value compared to standard cartridges
• Dye-Based Grey Ink: Delivers smooth tonal gradations and enhanced detail for black and white photography
• Enhanced Monochrome Quality: Works with black inks to produce professional-quality black and white prints with rich detail
• Genuine Canon Quality: OEM cartridge ensures optimal performance and reliability with your PIXMA printer
• Individual Ink Tank System: Replace only the grey ink when needed, reducing waste and saving money
• ChromaLife100+ Technology: When used with Canon photo paper, delivers prints that last up to 100 years
• Smooth Tonal Transitions: Dye-based formulation creates seamless gradations in monochrome images
• Easy Installation: Simple drop-in design allows quick cartridge replacement without mess
• Smart Chip Technology: Integrated chip communicates ink levels to your printer for accurate monitoring

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Canon
• Part Number: 0340C001
• Cartridge Model: CLI-271 XL (Grey)
• Color: Grey (Dye-based)
• Cartridge Type: Individual ink tank (XL high-yield)
• Ink Technology: Dye-based inkjet
• Page Yield: Approximately 715 pages (based on ISO/IEC 24711 standard)
• Ink Drop Size: 1 picoliter
• UPC: 013803254266

Compatibility

The Canon CLI-271 XL grey ink tank is designed for use with the following Canon PIXMA printers:

• Canon PIXMA MG7720
• Canon PIXMA TS8020
• Canon PIXMA TS9020

The Importance of Grey in Photo Printing

Grey ink is a specialized cartridge used in select Canon PIXMA printers to enhance black and white photo printing. By adding grey to the standard black inks, the printer can produce smoother tonal gradations, reduced graininess, and more neutral tones in monochrome images. This results in professional-quality black and white prints with exceptional detail and depth, similar to traditional darkroom prints.

Why Choose Canon CLI-271 XL Grey?

Genuine Canon ink cartridges are precision-engineered to work seamlessly with your Canon PIXMA printer, delivering consistent, professional-quality results. The XL high-yield version offers exceptional value, providing significantly more pages than the standard CLI-271 cartridge at a lower cost per page. This makes it the smart choice for photographers who specialize in black and white photography and want to minimize cartridge replacements.

Cost-Effective Printing

With approximately 715 pages of printing capacity, the CLI-271 XL significantly reduces your cost per page compared to standard-yield cartridges. The high-yield capacity means fewer cartridge changes, less packaging waste, and more time between replacements. For black and white photography enthusiasts, fine art photographers, and anyone who prints monochrome images regularly, the XL cartridge delivers substantial savings over time.

Professional Black and White Photo Quality

The dye-based grey formulation of the CLI-271 XL produces exceptionally smooth tonal transitions and rich detail in black and white photographs. When used with Canon's black ink cartridges and genuine Canon photo paper, this cartridge helps create stunning monochrome prints with neutral tones, deep blacks, and subtle grey gradations. The ChromaLife100+ system ensures your black and white photos will maintain their quality for generations when stored properly.

Easy Installation and Monitoring

Installing the CLI-271 XL is quick and mess-free thanks to Canon's user-friendly cartridge design. Simply remove the old cartridge, insert the new one, and you're ready to print. The integrated smart chip automatically communicates with your printer to provide accurate ink level monitoring, so you'll always know when it's time to order a replacement and never run out unexpectedly during important print jobs.

Environmental Responsibility

By choosing the high-yield XL cartridge, you're reducing packaging waste and the environmental impact of frequent cartridge replacements. Canon also offers a cartridge recycling program, making it easy to responsibly dispose of used cartridges and contribute to environmental sustainability.

Ideal Applications

• Black and white photography and fine art prints
• Monochrome portraits and landscapes
• Documentary and street photography
• Architectural photography
• Fine art reproduction
• Gallery-quality black and white prints
• Professional photography portfolios
• Wedding photography (black and white)
• Vintage-style photo printing
• Art prints and limited editions

ChromaLife100+ System

When you combine Canon CLI-271 XL grey ink with Canon's genuine black inks, Canon photo paper, and a Canon PIXMA printer, you benefit from the ChromaLife100+ system. This integrated approach to photo printing delivers exceptional image quality and longevity, with black and white prints that can last up to 100 years when stored in archival-quality photo albums. This makes your precious memories and fine art prints truly permanent.

Six-Color Ink System for Superior Monochrome

Select Canon PIXMA printers use a sophisticated six-color ink system that includes grey ink specifically for enhanced black and white photo printing. The CLI-271 XL grey cartridge is an essential component of this system, working in harmony with the black inks to produce a wider tonal range and smoother gradations in monochrome images. This eliminates the color casts and graininess that can occur when printing black and white photos with only black ink.

Professional Black and White Photography

For photographers who specialize in black and white work, the CLI-271 XL grey cartridge is indispensable. It enables your Canon PIXMA printer to produce gallery-quality monochrome prints with neutral tones, smooth gradations from deep blacks to bright whites, and exceptional detail in the midtones. Whether you're printing fine art, documentary work, or classic portraits, the grey ink ensures professional results that rival traditional darkroom prints.