Canon 0549C002 - PFI-1000 Yellow Ink Tank for imagePROGRAF PRO Printers

Canon PFI-1000 Yellow Ink Tank - Professional-Grade Ink for imagePROGRAF PRO Series

The Canon PFI-1000 Yellow Ink Tank (0549C002) delivers exceptional color quality for professional photographers, fine art printers, and graphic designers using Canon imagePROGRAF PRO series printers. This high-capacity ink cartridge uses pigment-based yellow ink to produce vibrant, accurate yellows, oranges, and greens with stunning detail and color accuracy, making it ideal for fine art reproduction, photo printing, and professional graphics.

Key Features

• High-Capacity Professional Cartridge: 80ml ink volume provides extended printing for high-volume professional workflows
• Pigment-Based Yellow Ink: Delivers vibrant, accurate yellow tones essential for greens, oranges, and wide color gamut
• LUCIA PRO Ink Technology: Advanced 11-color or 12-color ink system produces exceptional color accuracy and tonal range
• Wide Color Gamut: Works with other LUCIA PRO inks to create stunning color reproduction and smooth gradations
• Genuine Canon Quality: OEM cartridge ensures optimal performance and reliability with imagePROGRAF PRO printers
• Archival Quality: Pigment-based formulation provides superior fade resistance and longevity for gallery-quality prints
• Enhanced Color Accuracy: Yellow is essential for accurate landscape, nature, and warm color photography
• Easy Installation: Simple cartridge replacement with clear labeling and secure connection
• Smart Chip Technology: Integrated chip communicates ink levels and cartridge information to your printer
• Professional Reliability: Consistent performance for demanding production environments

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Canon
• Part Number: 0549C002
• Cartridge Model: PFI-1000 Y (Yellow)
• Color: Yellow
• Ink Type: Pigment-based
• Ink Technology: LUCIA PRO
• Ink Volume: 80ml
• Cartridge Type: Individual ink tank
• UPC: 013803261332

Compatibility

The Canon PFI-1000 Yellow ink tank is designed for use with the following Canon imagePROGRAF PRO series printers:

• Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-1000

LUCIA PRO Ink System

The PFI-1000 is part of Canon's advanced LUCIA PRO ink system, which uses up to 12 individual pigment-based inks to deliver exceptional color accuracy, smooth gradations, and outstanding detail. The yellow ink is one of the primary colors in the system and is essential for creating accurate greens, oranges, warm tones, and a wide range of other colors in professional photography and fine art reproduction.

The Importance of Yellow in Professional Printing

Yellow is one of the primary colors in the CMYK color model and plays a crucial role in professional color printing. The PFI-1000 Yellow cartridge uses Canon's advanced pigment-based ink formulation to deliver brilliant, accurate yellow tones that are essential for vibrant sunflowers, autumn foliage, bright skies, and any images featuring warm or golden elements. The wide color gamut ensures accurate color reproduction across the entire spectrum.

Why Choose Genuine Canon PFI-1000?

Genuine Canon ink cartridges are precision-engineered to work seamlessly with your Canon imagePROGRAF PRO printer, delivering consistent, professional-quality results. Canon OEM cartridges undergo rigorous quality control testing to ensure optimal performance, color accuracy, and print longevity. Using genuine Canon LUCIA PRO inks ensures your prints meet the highest professional standards and maintain their quality for decades.

Professional Print Quality

The pigment-based formulation of the PFI-1000 Yellow produces exceptionally vibrant colors with smooth tonal transitions and accurate color reproduction. When used with Canon's other LUCIA PRO inks and genuine Canon papers, this cartridge helps create gallery-quality prints with exceptional color accuracy, wide color gamut, and outstanding detail. The archival quality ensures your prints will maintain their quality for generations.

Archival Quality and Longevity

Pigment-based LUCIA PRO inks provide superior fade resistance compared to dye-based inks. When printed on Canon papers and displayed or stored properly, prints made with PFI-1000 inks can last for decades without significant fading or color shift. This makes them ideal for fine art reproduction, limited edition prints, museum displays, and any application where longevity is critical.

High-Capacity for Professional Workflows

With 80ml of ink per cartridge, the PFI-1000 is designed for professional users who print frequently and demand consistent results. The high capacity reduces the frequency of cartridge changes, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted production. This makes it ideal for professional photographers, fine art printers, graphic designers, and print service providers.

Easy Installation and Monitoring

Installing the PFI-1000 is straightforward thanks to Canon's professional cartridge design. The cartridge is clearly labeled and features a secure connection that ensures proper installation. 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 can plan accordingly.

Ideal Applications

• Fine art photography and reproduction
• Nature and landscape photography
• Autumn and sunflower photography
• Gallery-quality prints and exhibitions
• Limited edition art prints
• Professional portrait photography
• Commercial photography and advertising
• Graphic design and illustration
• Museum-quality reproductions
• Professional photo printing services
• Warm color photography
• Color-critical printing applications

12-Color LUCIA PRO System

The imagePROGRAF PRO-1000 uses a sophisticated 12-color LUCIA PRO ink system that includes yellow as one of the primary colors. Yellow works in harmony with cyan and magenta to create a wide range of colors, and is particularly important for creating vibrant greens (when combined with cyan) and oranges (when combined with magenta). The PFI-1000 Yellow is essential for achieving accurate color reproduction across the entire spectrum.

Professional Color Management

The LUCIA PRO ink system, including the PFI-1000 Yellow, is designed to work seamlessly with professional color management workflows. The inks are formulated to deliver consistent, predictable results that match industry-standard color spaces like Adobe RGB and sRGB. This ensures accurate color reproduction and makes it easy to achieve the results you envision.

Enhanced Color Gamut

The PFI-1000 Yellow contributes to the imagePROGRAF PRO-1000's exceptionally wide color gamut, allowing you to reproduce colors that are impossible with standard CMYK printing. This is particularly important for vibrant yellows, greens, and warm tones that are common in nature photography, landscape images, and autumn scenes. The wide gamut ensures your prints accurately represent your creative vision.

Environmental Responsibility

Canon is committed to environmental sustainability. The high-capacity PFI-1000 cartridge reduces packaging waste compared to smaller cartridges, and Canon offers a cartridge recycling program for responsible disposal. By choosing genuine Canon cartridges and participating in the recycling program, you're contributing to environmental sustainability while maintaining professional quality.