What Ink Does the HP Envy 6000 Use?
Last Updated:Quick answer: The HP Envy 6000 series (6010, 6020, 6022, 6052, 6055, 6058, 6075 and other 6000 variants) uses HP 67 Black and HP 67 Tri-color ink cartridges. For a much lower cost per page, choose the HP 67XL high-yield versions, which print roughly 4-5x more pages than the standard cartridges.
HP ENVY 6000 INK CARTRIDGES AT A GLANCE
| Cartridge | Part Number | Approx. Page Yield |
|---|---|---|
| HP 67 Black (standard) | 3YM56AN | ~120 pages |
| HP 67 Tri-color (standard) | 3YM55AN | ~100 pages |
| HP 67XL Black (high-yield) | 3YM57AN | ~240 pages |
| HP 67XL Tri-color (high-yield) | 3YM58AN | ~200 pages |
The HP Envy 6000 takes one black and one tri-color cartridge at a time. You can mix yields — for example, use the XL black with a standard tri-color — but for most households the matched XL pair gives the best cost per page.
SAVE ON HP 67 AND 67XL INK
Castle Ink's HP 67XL Black & Tri-Color 2-Pack is a compatible replacement that fits every HP Envy 6000 model. It ships free on orders over $50, ships same day if ordered by 2pm ET, and is backed by a 1-year 100% satisfaction guarantee. Compatible cartridges from Castle Ink typically save 40-60% versus the OEM HP version while delivering the same page yield.
HOW TO REPLACE INK IN THE HP ENVY 6000
- Make sure the printer is turned on. Open the front access door and wait for the cartridge carriage to slide to the center and stop.
- Press down gently on the front of the cartridge you want to replace, then pull it up and out of its slot. The black cartridge sits in the right slot; the tri-color sits on the left.
- Remove the new cartridge from its packaging and pull the orange/clear plastic tab to remove the protective tape. Do not touch the gold contacts or the ink nozzles.
- Slide the new cartridge into its slot at a slight upward angle, then press down until it clicks into place.
- Close the front access door. The printer will run a short alignment routine — print the alignment page when prompted and follow the on-screen instructions in HP Smart.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
"Cartridge not detected" or "Incompatible cartridge" error: Power the printer off, remove the cartridge, wipe the gold contacts gently with a dry lint-free cloth, reseat firmly until it clicks, then power back on. If the message persists, remove and reinstall both cartridges to reset the connection.
Streaky, faded, or missing colors: Run the printer's built-in cleaning cycle from HP Smart (Printer Settings → Maintenance → Clean Cartridges). Two cleaning cycles usually clears clogged nozzles. If streaks remain after three cleanings, the cartridge is likely empty or the nozzles are permanently dry.
Alignment page prints blank: Check that you removed the protective tape from the new cartridge. Re-seat the cartridge and try the alignment again from Printer Settings → Maintenance → Align Cartridges.
Printer rejects compatible cartridges after a firmware update: This is a known HP issue. From HP Smart, go to Printer Settings → Advanced and disable automatic firmware updates. If your compatibles are already blocked, contact Castle Ink support at 917-364-6232 and we'll help you get printing again.
OFFICIAL HP ENVY 6000 RESOURCES
- HP Envy 6000 Series Support — hp.com (user manual, drivers, firmware)
- HP Smart App download (required for wireless setup and ink-level monitoring)
BOTTOM LINE
The HP Envy 6000 series uses HP 67 or HP 67XL ink cartridges. If you print more than a few pages a week, the XL versions cut your cost per page roughly in half. Castle Ink's compatible HP 67XL 2-Pack ships free over $50 and is backed by a 1-year guarantee, making it the lowest-risk way to keep your Envy 6000 printing without paying OEM prices.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I use HP 67XL in an HP Envy 6000 if it shipped with standard HP 67 setup cartridges?
Yes. The Envy 6000 accepts both HP 67 standard and HP 67XL high-yield cartridges interchangeably. The XL versions are the same physical size — they just hold more ink.
Will compatible HP 67XL cartridges void my HP Envy 6000 warranty?
No. Under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act in the United States, using third-party ink does not void your printer warranty. HP can only deny warranty coverage if the third-party cartridge directly caused a specific failure.
How many pages does an HP 67XL cartridge print in the Envy 6000?
HP rates the 67XL black at approximately 240 pages and the 67XL tri-color at approximately 200 pages, based on the ISO/IEC 24711 standard at 5% page coverage. Actual yield varies with print density and color usage.
Which HP Envy 6000 models use HP 67 ink?
Every printer in the 6000 family uses HP 67 / 67XL, including the Envy 6010, 6020, 6022, 6030, 6032, 6052, 6055, 6058, and 6075 All-in-One models. The 6400 series also uses HP 67 — it is a sibling line, not a different cartridge family.
Why does my HP Envy 6000 keep saying low ink right after I install a new cartridge?
HP's ink-level estimator is based on usage telemetry, not a physical ink gauge. After installing a new cartridge, the estimator can take a few print jobs to recalibrate. Ignore the warning unless print quality actually degrades.