Ink Cartridge Compatibility: What to Do If Your Printer Model Was Discontinued
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If you’ve ever gone to buy a new ink cartridge only to discover your printer model is no longer supported… you’re not alone.
Major printer manufacturers regularly discontinue older models - sometimes within just a few years of release. Along with those retirements come the quiet disappearance of compatible ink cartridges from retail shelves.
But here’s the good news: Your printer isn’t obsolete - and you don’t have to toss it.
Why Printer Models Get Discontinued So Quickly
It’s not uncommon for printers to disappear from store websites after only a short product cycle. This planned obsolescence drives customers to upgrade their hardware and purchase new cartridges, increasing profits for the manufacturer.
Unfortunately, that leaves loyal customers stuck with a functional printer they can’t affordably use - unless they know where to look.
Discount Ink & Toner Carries What Retailers Don’t
At Discount Ink & Toner, we maintain a massive inventory of cartridges for legacy, retired, and hard-to-find printers - many of which are no longer available through OEM manufacturers or big-box retailers.
Whether your printer is 2 years old or 12, we likely have what you need.
Here’s how:
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We source OEM surplus cartridges through our recycling network—unused, unopened ink from businesses and individuals who no longer need them.
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We remanufacture OEM cores into Certified Remanufactured Printer Cartridges (CRPCs) that meet or exceed original specifications.
- We catalog thousands of models, including obscure, niche, and specialty printer types for home, office, and wide-format use.
How to Find Ink for a Discontinued Printer
If your printer model no longer shows up on OEM websites or in-store displays, don’t panic.
Just follow these steps:
- Go to www.discountinkandtoner.com
- Enter your printer model number in the search bar
- Browse compatible OEM surplus or remanufactured options
- Still unsure? Contact our U.S.-based support team - we’re happy to help you find the exact fit
You can also search by cartridge number, if you know the model (e.g., HP 60, Canon 210XL, etc.)
Why Keep an Older Printer?
If your printer still works well, there's no reason to replace it - especially when ink is still accessible and affordable. In fact, older printers often outperform newer ones in durability, ink yield, and print quality.
Replacing a working printer just because the ink is scarce? That’s wasteful, costly, and completely avoidable.
Our Commitment to You
At Discount Ink & Toner, we believe no one should be forced to replace a printer they love just because the manufacturer wants them to.
That’s why we work hard to:
- Keep rare and legacy ink cartridges in stock
- Offer savings up to 70% off retail
- Back every product with a 100% satisfaction guarantee
- Provide fast, friendly customer service from real people