Canon PIXMA TS8320 Ink: PGI-280 / CLI-281 XXL Cartridges | Castle Ink
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The Canon PIXMA TS8320 is a high-quality all-in-one photo printer that uses Canon PGI-280 pigment black and CLI-281 dye-based color ink cartridges. The TS8320 accepts a six-cartridge system (PGBK, BK, C, M, Y, PB) for exceptional photo and document quality, with XL and XXL high-yield options for better value.
Ink Cartridges at a Glance
| Cartridge | Color | Approx. Yield |
|---|---|---|
| PGI-280 | Pigment Black | ~200 pages |
| PGI-280 XL | Pigment Black | ~400 pages |
| PGI-280 XXL | Pigment Black | ~600 pages |
| CLI-281 | BK / C / M / Y / PB | ~256 pages |
| CLI-281 XL | BK / C / M / Y / PB | ~519 pages |
| CLI-281 XXL | BK / C / M / Y / PB | ~830 pages |
The PGI-280 / CLI-281 cartridge family is also compatible with the Canon PIXMA TS6120, TS6220, TS6320, TS8120, TS8220, TS9120, TR7520, TR8520, and TR8620 series printers.
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How to Replace Ink in the Canon PIXMA TS8320
- Turn on the printer and open the front cover; the print head will move to the center.
- Press the tab on the empty cartridge and lift it out of the print head.
- Remove the new cartridge from packaging and pull off the orange protective cap.
- Insert the new cartridge into the matching color slot and push down until it clicks.
- Close the front cover and wait for the printer to initialize.
Troubleshooting Tips
Cartridge not recognized: Remove the cartridge, wipe the gold contacts with a dry lint-free cloth, and reinsert firmly until it clicks.
Streaky or faded prints: Run the Print Head Cleaning utility from Maintenance settings on the printer's touchscreen.
Misaligned colors: Run Print Head Alignment using plain paper to restore sharp output.
Low ink warnings: Compatible cartridges may trigger ink level warnings; printing continues normally and you can monitor levels visually.
Official Canon Resources
Canon PIXMA TS8320 Support · Canon Genuine Ink
Bottom Line
The Canon PIXMA TS8320 uses PGI-280 pigment black and CLI-281 dye-based color cartridges, available in standard, XL, and XXL high-yield options. Castle Ink compatibles deliver the same vibrant photo quality at a fraction of the cost — shop PGI-280 / CLI-281 ink now.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the TS8320 use 6 cartridges? Yes — one PGI-280 pigment black plus five CLI-281 (BK, C, M, Y, PB).
Q: What's the difference between XL and XXL? XXL prints roughly 50% more pages than XL and is the best value per page.
Q: Can I mix standard and XL cartridges? Yes, the printer accepts any combination of standard, XL, and XXL in the same color slots.
Q: Are compatible cartridges safe for my printer? Yes, Castle Ink compatibles are engineered to OEM specifications and include a satisfaction warranty.
Q: Why is my photo black (PB) cartridge draining faster? The PB cartridge is used heavily for photo printing; for text-only documents the printer favors PGBK.
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