Laser cartridges are more complicated than inkjet cartridges as they contain many inner parts. All these parts have a certain life span and cannot be used over and over again. Some of the main parts of toner cartridges are the OPC drums, Wiper & Doctor blades, Mag rollers etc.

After the toner in the cartridge gets over the life span of these parts reduces as well. Hence just filling toner powder in your laser cartridge cannot guarantee complete functioning as the cartridge can suffer from something known as a ‘mid-cycle failure’ where any of the cartridge parts can stop working. This results in poor quality of printouts and reduces the life of the cartridge.

At PICA we don’t just refill your laser toner cartridge but “rebuild” it. When you cartridges are brought to our factory the main part of the cartridge called as the “OPC drum” is changed and an absolutely new drum is fitted. Other parts are checked and changed accordingly. We use excellent quality Japanese toner powder to reproduce original like quality at huge savings.

With free pick up and delivery service in Mumbai we are just a call away. Attractive pricing for Corporate and bulk users. We also buy your one-time used empty cartridges.

FAQ’s

Does the use of recycled inkjet cartridges void the warranty on my printing device?

In a Warranty Statement dated December 1993, Hewlett Packard clarified its position on warranties. "For HP Products, the use of a non-HP cartridge or a refilled print cartridge does not effect either the warranty to the customer or any HP support contract with the customer"

How many pages will my refilled/rebuilt cartridge print?

The amount of ink in a cartridge along with other printing factors determines how many pages a cartridge will print. Each OEM cartridge comes with a specific amount of ink when new - that's the same amount of ink we use when we recycle. Our cartridges are carefully weighed to be sure they meet these weight specifications.

Why should I refill my cartridge?

Over 250 million ink-jet cartridges are thrown away each year. Instead of tossing away your empty cartridges, have them refilled, or refill them with our easy to use kit. Using our products and services, you save millions of cartridges each year from going into landfills. Refilling SAVES you money!

Will I get the same printing with a refill?

We guarantee it! Our inks are formulated to deliver exceptional print performance and consistency.

How many times can I refill my cartridge?

Although the amount of times a cartridge can be refilled varies from cartridge to cartridge, there are a couple of things that can be done to extend the life of your cartridge. As soon as you get a "low ink warning" or you notice any change in the quality of your print, stop printing immediately. Remove the cartridge from the printer, (Note: some printers, ie: Epson printers, tend to develop streaking and clogging quickly if the carriage is left with no cartridges in it. So consult the location nearest you to see if your printer requires a second set of cartridges prior to bringing in your set for refilling.) Store the cartridge in a zip-top bag with a moist (damp-not wet) piece of paper towel on the side of the cartridge, near but not on the print head or ports. Use a plastic band on the outside of the bag to secure the paper tower in place ensuring the elastic does not run across the cartridge's copper circuitry. This will prevent the ink from drying in the print head and keep the sponges from drying inside the cartridge. Using these methods, some cartridges can be refilled from 5 to 10 times.

How much money will I save by refilling?

On average, refilling will save you up to 60% off the price of a new cartridge

Does refilling void my warranty?

By law, your warranty will not be void by using refills. For more information, consult your printer's Owners Manual. There is no reason for not using refills. It is cost effective and it works! All our cartridges meet or exceed the performance of original cartridges. It doesn't affect it at all. If a problem with the printer should occur, the printer manufacturer must prove that the refilled cartridge caused the damage.

Lipap Systems has been in business for over 15 years and has successfully refilled millions of cartridges. Our experienced technicians use our processes that are fine-tuned and updated regularly. We ensure compatibility by using over 100 cartridge specific inks. Go with experience and use the service that works.

To affect the warranty, the damage must be caused by the cartridge. In case of a refill, the customer is putting the manufacturers cartridge back in the machine. How can the manufacturers cartridge damage the printer? We are not replacing it with one we manufacturer. If the cartridge is refilled incorrectly or if the refill technician uses ink that is not compatible to the printer, it may cause some leakage and the customer will have to clean it up.

Here are some examples of printer warranties from some of the major printer manufacturers:

HEWLETT PACKARD POLICY

"The use of a non-HP or refilled toner cartridge alone does not affect either your warranty or any maintenance contract you may have with your printer. However, if an HP LaserJet printer failure or damage is found to be attributable directly to the use of a non-HP toner cartridge, HP will not repair the printer free of charge. In this case, standard time and materials charges will be applied to service your printer for that particular failure or damage."

XEROX POLICY

For non-copy cartridge Xerox equipment, the warranty on the equipment will not be void if competitive toner or inks are used. If Xerox determines, however, that such competitive inks or toners are the cause of the equipment malfunction, the customer will be responsible to pay for the service costs including replacement parts.

CANON POLICY

Ink Refills, Third Party Ink

Canon does not prohibit the use of the third-party inks. The use of third-party inks does not invalidate the product's Limited Warranty. However, Canon's Limited Warranty does not cover damage caused to Canon's Bubble Jet products, which is attributable to the use of third party parts or supplies, including inks. The Limited Warranty remains in force for its life once that particular damage has been properly repaired.