What Ink Does the Canon PIXMA MG6620 Use?
Last Updated:The Canon PIXMA MG6620 is a wireless inkjet all-in-one printer that uses Canon PGI-250 pigment black and CLI-251 dye-based black, cyan, magenta, and yellow ink cartridges. Standard and XL high-yield versions are available so you can balance cost against print volume.
Ink Cartridges at a Glance
| Cartridge | Color | Yield Options |
|---|---|---|
| PGI-250 | Pigment Black | Standard, XL |
| CLI-251 | Black (dye) | Standard, XL |
| CLI-251 | Cyan | Standard, XL |
| CLI-251 | Magenta | Standard, XL |
| CLI-251 | Yellow | Standard, XL |
The PGI-250/CLI-251 cartridge family is also used by other Canon PIXMA models including the iP7220, iP8720, iX6820, MG5420, MG5520, MG6320, MG6420, MG6820, MG7520, MG7720, MX722, MX922, and others. If you own multiple Canon printers in this family, you can stock the same cartridges.
Save on PGI-250 and CLI-251 Ink
Castle Ink offers compatible PGI-250 and CLI-251 cartridges at significant savings versus OEM prices with the same page yield. Shop PGI-250 cartridges or browse CLI-251 colors for your MG6620.
How to Replace Ink in the Canon PIXMA MG6620
- Power on the MG6620 and open the top scanner unit so the print head carriage slides to the center.
- Press the empty cartridge's tab and lift it out of its slot.
- Unwrap the replacement cartridge and remove the orange protective cap.
- Insert the cartridge into the matching color slot until it clicks into place.
- Close the scanner unit and run a print head alignment if prompted.
Troubleshooting Tips
Cartridge not recognized: Remove the cartridge, wipe its gold contacts with a dry lint-free cloth, and reseat it firmly.
Faded or streaky prints: Run a print head cleaning from Setup > Maintenance and repeat up to three times before swapping cartridges.
Low ink alerts that won't clear: Hold the Stop/Reset button for five seconds to dismiss the alert and continue printing if you've installed a new cartridge.
Print head error B200: Power cycle the printer; if the error persists, remove and reseat all cartridges and the print head.
Official Canon Resources
Canon MG6620 Support Page | Canon Genuine Ink
Bottom Line
The Canon PIXMA MG6620 uses PGI-250 pigment black and CLI-251 dye-based color cartridges. Choose XL yields for the lowest cost per page, and consider Castle Ink's compatibles for additional savings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will PGI-270 cartridges fit the MG6620? No, the MG6620 requires the PGI-250/CLI-251 family; PGI-270/CLI-271 cartridges have different chips and won't be recognized.
Are XL cartridges worth the extra cost? Yes, XL cartridges hold roughly double the ink of standard yields with a lower cost per page.
Do I need to install all five cartridges? Yes; the MG6620 requires all five cartridges installed for normal operation, even for black-only prints.
Will compatible cartridges void my warranty? No, using compatible cartridges does not void your Canon warranty unless they cause direct damage.
How do I check ink levels? Touch the printer's LCD home screen and tap Setup > Estimated Ink Levels to view remaining ink.
Written by William Elward, founder of Castle Ink, with 20+ years of experience in the printer and ink industry.