What Ink Does the Canon PIXMA MG6820 Use?
Last Updated:The Canon PIXMA MG6820 is a wireless all-in-one inkjet printer that uses five individual cartridges: Canon PGI-270 pigment black and CLI-271 black, cyan, magenta, and yellow. Standard and XL high-yield versions are available so you can balance ink cost against print volume.
Ink Cartridges at a Glance
| Cartridge | Color | Yield Options |
|---|---|---|
| PGI-270 | Pigment Black | Standard, XL |
| CLI-271 | Black (dye) | Standard, XL |
| CLI-271 | Cyan | Standard, XL |
| CLI-271 | Magenta | Standard, XL |
| CLI-271 | Yellow | Standard, XL |
The PGI-270/CLI-271 cartridge family is also used by other Canon PIXMA models including the MG5720, MG6821, MG6822, MG7720, TS5020, TS6020, TS8020, TS9020, and TS9120. Stock one set to cover the whole family.
Save on PGI-270 and CLI-271 Ink
Castle Ink offers compatible PGI-270 and CLI-271 cartridges at significant savings versus OEM with matching page yields. Shop PGI-270 cartridges or browse CLI-271 colors for your MG6820.
How to Replace Ink in the Canon PIXMA MG6820
- Power on the MG6820 and open the top scanner unit; the cartridge holder slides to the access position.
- Press the tab on the empty cartridge and lift it straight up out of the print head.
- Unwrap the new cartridge and remove the orange protective cap from the bottom.
- Insert the cartridge into the matching color slot and press down until you hear a click and the LED lights.
- Close the scanner unit and let the printer perform a print head alignment if prompted.
Troubleshooting Tips
Cartridge not recognized: Remove the cartridge, wipe its gold contacts with a lint-free cloth, and reseat firmly until the LED illuminates.
Faded or streaky prints: Run a print head cleaning from Setup > Maintenance. Repeat up to three times before swapping cartridges.
Low ink warning that won't clear: Hold the Stop button for five seconds to acknowledge the warning and continue printing.
B200 print head error: Power cycle the printer; if the error persists, remove and reseat all cartridges and the print head assembly.
Official Canon Resources
Canon MG6820 Support Page | Canon Genuine Ink
Bottom Line
The Canon PIXMA MG6820 uses five PGI-270/CLI-271 cartridges. Choose XL yields for the lowest cost per page, and consider Castle Ink's compatibles for additional savings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will PGI-250 cartridges fit the MG6820? No, the MG6820 requires PGI-270/CLI-271; PGI-250/CLI-251 have different chips and won't be recognized.
Are XL cartridges worth it? Yes, XL cartridges deliver roughly double the page yield with a lower cost per page than standard.
Do I need all five cartridges installed? Yes, the MG6820 requires all five cartridges installed for normal operation, even when printing black-only documents.
Will compatibles void my warranty? No, compatible cartridges do not void your Canon warranty under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act unless they cause damage.
How do I check ink levels? Tap the LCD home screen and select Setup > Estimated Ink Levels to see remaining ink for each cartridge.
Written by William Elward, founder of Castle Ink, with 20+ years of experience in the printer and ink industry.