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How long does it take for an ink cartridge to dry out?

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Any inkjet printer is not happy being idle for long periods of time. That will cause the cartridge to dry out. It can happen in as short as 3-4 weeks. It is not a bad idea to print out something once a week, but if you have a color printer, you would want to make sure it is also printing something with color. read more

If you’re planning to store cartridges, then keep a note of the expiry date and store them in a dark, dry place. Keep ink cartridges on their side so that the ink remains in contact with the sponge. An ink cartridge in storage just last for a good few months, whereas a toner cartridge will last anywhere between a year to two years. read more

Ink jet printers aren't really made for this extremely rare use. If you are lucky or have a lot of foresight you bought one where the jets are part of the cartridge, not the printer. read more

On printers where the print head is integral with the cartridge (most HP models for example), if you know you are not going to be using it for a while simply remove the cartridges, refit the protective covers and pop them into an airtight zip-lock bag until you need to use it. read more

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