Remanufactured HP ink cartridges offer an alternative to new HP cartridges

HP uses a proprietary printing system for its inkjet cartridges. It also holds a large number of patents on its inkjet cartridges and printing system. That means it is illegal for another company to make and sell compatible inkjet cartridges for HP printers. However, there is a less costly alternative to purchasing brand name HP inkjet cartridges.

What is a remanufactured HP ink cartridge?

A remanufactured HP ink cartridge is actually a empty previously used original HP cartridge that has been cleaned and rebuilt with new components and tested to meet industry standards. The HP inkjet cartridge actually incorporates the print head as part of the cartridge itself. This makes the cartridge rather unique from most other cartridges on the market in that the print head on most other brand name cartridges are actually an integral part of the printer not the cartridge. 

From a technical standpoint a remanufactured cartridge is essentially equal to a brand new original cartridge. Quality differences may exist due to the quality of the ink used in refilling the remanufactured cartridge and whether or not the original print head was replaced entirely or not.

The benefit of a remanufactured HP ink cartridge

Since the cartridge already exists and only the worn out components are replaced and the ink refilled, a remanufactured cartridge can cost considerably less than a brand new cartridge. In fact the savings can be as much as 60% versus the cost of a new inkjet cartridge.  Your decision to purchase a remanufactured cartridge will most likely depend on a combination of factors which includes your budget, level of print quality desired and personal preference.

Why not give a remanufactured HP ink cartridge a try. You may be pleasantly surprised and your expense account should benefit too!

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