What Is The Difference Between The Various Types Of Ink Cartridges?

Ever heard terms like "OEM" or "Generic Ink Cartridges" when looking to buy new ink for your inkjet printer? Ever wonder what the difference is between the various ink cartridges and which is better for your inkjet printer?

Understanding the difference between each ink cartridge is really not that complicated. Ink jet printer cartridges are basically broken up into different standards.

There are three types of ink cartridges to choose from when replacing the ink for your ink jet printer or fax machine.

	OEM ink cartridges are Original Equipment Manufacturer cartridges. Usually they have the brand name on the cartridge.
	Remanufactured ink cartridges are brand name cartridges that were previously depleted once then cleaned up and refilled with the original manufacturer's identical ink formulation.
	Generic ink cartridges are made by a company other than the OEM. They match the specifications of the original manufacture but they are generally sold at a lower price.

Ink cartridges are divided up into these three categories. The inkjet quality should remain high. But the price you pay for your ink cartridge refills can vary depending on the standard you choose.

Ink Cartridges