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Canon 2090C001 CLI-281 Yellow Ink Tank

Name: Canon 2090C001 CLI-281 Yellow Ink Tank
Brand: Canon
SKU: 2090C001

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Genuine Canon CLI-281 yellow dye ink tank with ChromaLife100 fade resistance for vivid, long-lasting photo prints.

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Overview

The Canon CLI-281 Yellow Ink Tank (model 2090C001) is a genuine OEM dye-based ink cartridge engineered for Canon's PIXMA TS and TR series printers. As part of Canon's ChromaLife100 ink system, it is formulated to work in concert with the companion cyan, magenta, photo blue, and pigment black tanks to produce photo prints with rich, true-to-life color and long-term fade resistance when paired with genuine Canon photo paper. The dye-based formulation excels at reproducing smooth gradients and vibrant yellows in photographic output, making it a reliable choice for portrait, landscape, and creative printing.

Canon's individual ink tank architecture means the CLI-281 Yellow can be replaced independently of the other colors, so you are not discarding unused ink when a single color runs out. The cartridge installs with a simple snap-in mechanism and is immediately recognized by compatible printers. With a rated yield of approximately 250 pages under standard testing conditions, it is best suited for moderate-volume home and small office use where print quality takes priority over raw page throughput. For users who print heavily, monitoring ink levels through the printer's software and keeping a spare on hand will help avoid mid-job interruptions.

Key Features

Compatible with TR8520, TS9120,TS8120, TS6120, TS9521C/a, TS9520/a, TS8220, TS6220, TS8320, TS6320, TS702/a, and TR8620/a Series Printers .

Canon PGI-280 Yellow ink yields up to 250 pages.

Individual ink tanks optimize efficiency, as you only need to replace the ink that runs out.

Genuine Canon inks provide peak performance and offers exclusive content from Creative Park Premium.

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Specifications

Brand

Canon

Model / Part Number

2090C001 (CLI-281 Yellow)

Ink Type

Dye-Based

Color

Yellow

Page Yield

Up to 250 pages

Ink System

ChromaLife100

Cartridge Type

Individual ink tank

Dimensions

4.3 x 2 x 1 inches

Weight

1.13 ounces

Compatible Printers

PIXMA TR8520, TR8620/a, TS9120, TS8120, TS6120, TS9521C/a, TS9520/a, TS8220, TS6220, TS8320, TS6320, TS702/a

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Individual tank design means you replace only the yellow when it runs out, not an entire multi-color cartridge.
ChromaLife100 system delivers fade-resistant prints that maintain color accuracy over time.
Genuine Canon ink ensures consistent output quality and protects the printhead from damage.
Compact cartridge size makes installation quick and straightforward with a simple click-in design.

👎 Cons

Standard yield of approximately 250 pages is relatively low for frequent printing.
Dye-based ink is less water-resistant than pigment-based alternatives if prints are not laminated or stored properly.
Higher per-cartridge cost compared to third-party compatible ink options.
No XL or high-yield version distinction in the CLI-281 standard tank for users wanting extended capacity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Canon printers are compatible with the CLI-281 Yellow ink tank?

This ink tank works with Canon PIXMA TR8520, TR8620/a, TS9120, TS8120, TS6120, TS9521C/a, TS9520/a, TS8220, TS6220, TS8320, TS6320, and TS702/a series printers.

How many pages can the CLI-281 Yellow ink tank print?

Canon rates the standard CLI-281 Yellow at up to approximately 250 pages based on ISO/IEC 24711 testing standards. Actual yield will vary depending on image content, print settings, and media type.

What is the difference between CLI-281 and PGI-280 ink tanks?

The CLI-281 series are dye-based color inks (cyan, magenta, yellow, and photo blue) used for photo and color printing, while the PGI-280 is a pigment-based black ink designed primarily for crisp text. Compatible printers use both types together.

What is Canon's ChromaLife100 system?

ChromaLife100 is Canon's ink-and-paper system that combines genuine Canon inks with select Canon photo papers to produce prints that resist fading for up to 100 years when stored in an archival-quality album. The CLI-281 Yellow is part of this system.

Can I replace just the yellow tank without changing the other colors?

Yes. The CLI-281 ink system uses individual tanks for each color, so you only replace the color that runs out, reducing waste and lowering per-page cost compared to tri-color cartridge designs.