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Canon 2975B01AA CL-211XL High-Yield Tri-Color Ink
Canon 2975B01AA CL-211XL High-Yield Tri-Color Ink
Canon 2975B01AA CL-211XL High-Yield Tri-Color Ink
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Canon 2975B01AA CL-211XL High-Yield Tri-Color Ink

★★★★★4.7 (847 reviews)

High-yield tri-color ink cartridge with FINE Technology for vivid, long-lasting prints across Canon PIXMA printers.

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Overview

The Canon CL-211XL is a high-yield tri-color ink cartridge built around Canon's FINE (Full Photolithographic Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) technology. This system uses precisely engineered nozzles to produce ink droplets that deliver sharp text, smooth gradients, and vibrant color reproduction across documents and photos alike. As the XL variant of the CL-211 line, it offers a higher ink capacity for extended printing between replacements, making it a more economical option for users who print regularly.

Compatibility spans a broad lineup of Canon PIXMA printers, including the iP2700 and iP2702 photo printers, the MP240 through MP495 all-in-one series, and the MX320 through MX420 office-oriented models. When used with genuine Canon photo paper, the cartridge activates the ChromaLife100 Plus system, which is designed to produce prints with exceptional longevity and color stability. The cartridge installs easily with a drop-in design and is recognized automatically by compatible printers for hassle-free setup.

Specifications

Type
Tri-Color Ink Cartridge (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow)
Technology
FINE (Full Photolithographic Inkjet Nozzle Engineering)
Page Yield
Approximately 349 pages
Compatibility
Canon PIXMA iP2700, iP2702, MP240, MP250, MP270, MP280, MP480, MP490, MP495, MX320, MX330, MX340, MX350, MX360, MX410, MX420
Photo System
ChromaLife100 Plus (with genuine Canon photo paper)
Model Number
2975B01AA

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • High-yield XL capacity provides more prints per cartridge than the standard CL-211
  • FINE Technology delivers sharp detail and vibrant tri-color output
  • Compatible with a wide range of Canon PIXMA printer models
  • Supports ChromaLife100 Plus for long-lasting photo prints when paired with Canon photo paper

👎 Cons

  • 349-page yield is modest compared to high-yield cartridges from other brands
  • Only compatible with older Canon PIXMA models, not current-generation printers
  • Tri-color design means the entire cartridge must be replaced if one color runs out

Frequently Asked Questions

The CL-211XL is rated for approximately 349 pages based on standard testing conditions.
It works with Canon PIXMA iP2700, iP2702, MP240, MP250, MP270, MP280, MP480, MP490, MP495, MX320, MX330, MX340, MX350, MX360, MX410, and MX420 printers.
ChromaLife100 Plus is Canon's system that combines genuine Canon inks with genuine Canon photo paper to produce photos that resist fading for up to 300 years when stored in an archival-quality album.
This is the XL high-yield version, which prints significantly more pages than the standard CL-211 cartridge, offering better cost-per-page value.

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