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Canon PGI-1200 XL Black Ink Cartridge

Name: Canon PGI-1200 XL Black Ink Cartridge
Brand: Canon
SKU: PGI-1200 XL Black

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Canon's genuine PGI-1200XL black ink cartridge delivers up to 1,200 pages of smudge-proof, highlighter-resistant text.

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Overview

The Canon PGI-1200XL Black is a high-yield pigment ink cartridge designed for Canon's MAXIFY line of business inkjet printers, including the iB4120, MB2120, MB2720, MB5120, and MB5420. The XL formulation provides up to 1,200 pages per cartridge, making it a cost-effective choice for offices and home businesses with steady black-and-white printing demands. Canon's Dual Resistant High Density ink technology produces text with exceptional density and edge definition, rivaling laser output in clarity.

What distinguishes this cartridge from standard inkjet supplies is its resistance properties. Printed output is smudge-proof once dry and stands up to highlighter markers without bleeding or feathering — a practical advantage for anyone who prints contracts, reports, or reference documents that get handled and annotated. As a genuine Canon consumable, the PGI-1200XL is engineered to work seamlessly with compatible printers, avoiding the print quality inconsistencies and potential warranty issues sometimes associated with third-party alternatives.

Key Features

Compatible with MB2120, MB2720, B2020, MB2320 (Optional) Printers.

Canon PGI-1200XL Pigment Black ink yields up to 1200 pages.

Dual Resistant High Density Inks Print with laser sharp quality!

This Ink System offers exceptionally dense and durable inks that are smudge-proof and highlighter resistant.

Don’t be fooled by imposters - look for the Canon logo on all ink packaging to ensure you’re buying Genuine Canon Ink for outstanding quality and performance you can rely on.

Specifications

Brand

Canon

Model

PGI-1200 XL Black

Ink Type

Pigment-Based

Ink Color

Black

Page Yield

Up to 1,200 pages

Compatible Printers

iB4120, MB2020, MB2120, MB2320, MB2720, MB5120, MB5420

Features

Smudge Resistant, Highlighter Resistant

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

High-yield XL cartridge delivers up to 1,200 pages, reducing replacement frequency
Pigment-based ink produces sharp, laser-like text on plain paper
Smudge-proof and highlighter-resistant output is ideal for business documents
Genuine Canon cartridge ensures consistent quality and printer compatibility

👎 Cons

Higher upfront cost compared to standard-yield PGI-1200 cartridges
Only compatible with a limited range of Canon MAXIFY printers
Black ink only — color cartridges must be purchased separately
Pigment-based ink is optimized for plain paper and may not perform as well on glossy photo media

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Canon printers is the PGI-1200XL Black compatible with?

The cartridge is compatible with the Canon iB4120, MB2020, MB2120, MB2320, MB2720, MB5120, and MB5420 printers.

What is the difference between the PGI-1200 and the PGI-1200XL?

The XL designation indicates a high-yield cartridge. The PGI-1200XL Black provides a higher page yield than the standard PGI-1200, so you replace cartridges less frequently.

Is this a pigment-based or dye-based ink?

The PGI-1200XL uses pigment-based ink, which bonds to paper fibers for sharper text and greater resistance to smudging, water, and highlighter markers compared to dye-based inks.

How many pages can I expect from one cartridge?

Canon rates the PGI-1200XL Black at up to approximately 1,200 pages based on standard testing conditions (ISO/IEC 24711).

Can I use third-party or refilled cartridges instead?

While third-party cartridges exist, Canon recommends genuine PGI-1200XL cartridges to ensure consistent print quality, reliable printer performance, and full warranty coverage.