Canon CL-511 Color Ink Cartridge

Tri-Color Integration Technology

The CL-511 features Canon’s Fine print head technology with 320 nozzles per color. Each nozzle measures 24 micrometers in diameter for precise droplet placement. Furthermore, the cartridge’s internal pressure regulation system maintains consistent ink flow across all three color channels.

Print Head Configuration

Canon’s CL-511 incorporates thermal inkjet technology with individual heating elements for each color. This design ensures accurate color mixing and reduces cross-contamination between ink chambers. Additionally, the cartridge includes built-in memory chips that communicate remaining ink levels to compatible printers.

Yield Performance

Each Canon CL-511 cartridge produces approximately 244 standard pages based on ISO/IEC 24711 testing protocols. The cartridge contains 9ml of total ink volume distributed across three color chambers. Moreover, the ink formulation provides consistent color density throughout the cartridge’s operational life.

Compatibility Range

The CL-511 works with Canon’s PIXMA MP230, MP240, MP250, MP260, MP270, MP280, MP480, MP490, MP495, MX320, MX330, MX340, MX350, MX360, MX410, MX420, and iP2700 series printers. Additionally, this cartridge maintains backward compatibility with older PIXMA models that originally used CL-38 cartridges.

Color Reproduction Standards

Canon’s CL-511 achieves color gamut coverage of 85% sRGB standard. The cartridge also delivers optical density ratings of 1.4 for cyan, 1.6 for magenta, and 1.2 for yellow. These specifications ensure accurate color representation for both text and graphic applications.

Best Suited Users

• Home office workers – 244-page yield covers typical monthly printing volumes of 150-200 pages
• Students – Affordable color printing at approximately $0.12 per page for assignments and presentations
• Casual photographers – Adequate color accuracy for standard 4×6 inch photo prints at home
• Small business owners – Compatible with 18 different PIXMA models, providing flexibility for mixed printer environments
• Occasional color users – Tri-color design eliminates need to purchase separate cartridges for light usage

Physical Specifications

• Cartridge Weight: 28 grams
• Dimensions: 54mm × 23mm × 38mm
• Ink Volume: 9ml total (3ml per color)
• Print Head: Integrated thermal inkjet
• Nozzle Count: 320 per color (960 total)

Print Performance

• Page Yield: 244 pages (ISO/IEC 24711 standard)
• Color Gamut: 85% sRGB coverage
• Droplet Size: 2 picoliters minimum
• Print Speed: 8.8 images per minute (4×6 photo)
• Resolution Support: Up to 4800 × 1200 dpi

Ink Specifications

• Ink Type: Dye-based ChromaLife100
• Cyan Optical Density: 1.4 OD
• Magenta Optical Density: 1.6 OD
• Yellow Optical Density: 1.2 OD
• Fade Resistance: 100 years (with Canon photo papers)

Printer Compatibility

• PIXMA MP Series: MP230, MP240, MP250, MP260, MP270, MP280, MP480, MP490, MP495
• PIXMA MX Series: MX320, MX330, MX340, MX350, MX360, MX410, MX420
• PIXMA iP Series: iP2700, iP2702
• Legacy Support: CL-38 replacement compatibility

Environmental Standards

• Operating Temperature: 5°C to 35°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 60°C
• Humidity Range: 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)
• Shelf Life: 24 months in original packaging
• Recycling: Cartridge return program available through Canon retailers