Ausjet Inkjet & Laser Supplies Blog
Technical Bulletin 1st March 2011
New OEM Cartridge Filling Data
Canon
Pgi-525 - 35gms (NEW)
Cli-526 C,M,Y,K - 20gms (NEW)
Inks :
Pgi-525 - C4102
Cli-526 - C1062 Bk,C1063 C, C1064 M, C1065 Y
Brother
Lc-39 Black - 41gms (NEW)
Lc-39 C,M,Y - 32-33gms (NEW)
Inks:
LC-39 Black - B5010
Lc-39 C,M,Y - B5020,B5021,B5022
Latest Aftermarket Chip News
As levels of encryption on OEM chips increases the aftermarket chip manufacturers have a much tougher assignment in decoding and designing a fully compatible replacement. This also translates to a little bit of uncertainty when predicting when such a chip will be available. The following information is sourced from a number of chip manufacturers and represents the most up to date ETA available that we could source.
HP 564/920/940 - Latest news is a release date of around August 2011.
Canon Pgi-525/Cli-526 - We have information that the Pgi-525\Cli-526 chip will be released before May 2011. This is very good news and we wait eagerly with our fingers crossed.
Epson - Epsons new 7 pin chips will be available very soon. The new chips will be for the new Epson 132/133/138/140 series cartridges. Procolor is currently testing these chips and we have arranged to send some Australian printer models for further evaluation and to ensure compatibility.
Click below for a complete list of Epsons new printers and cartridges:
http://www.epson.com.au/brochures/Epson_Consumables_Guide_Combined_2011.pdf
Memjet Technology Is Now Alive!
Finally it looks like the amazing memjet printing technology which has been developed in Australia by Silverbrook Research (www.silverbrook.com) is that much closer to reaching its potential. This new technology which features a full paper width printhead and a low manufacturing cost has the potential to revolutionise the industry . The main advantage over traditional inkjet printing is that no longer does the printhead have to travel from one side of the printer to the other as the printhead is the whole width of the paper. This allow for speeds up to 8 times faster than current inkjet technology. There has been no indication of end user costs yet but I would expect a reasonably high cost due to the features and the high cost of development and patents registrations. Click on the link below to see the speed difference between the Memjet prototype printer vs Brother / Canon Inkjet and HP Colour laser printers.
http://www.memjet.com/technology/videos/category/home-office/
Memjet technology is currently available commercially by mainstream suppliers who offer a color label printer (www.mainstreamcolor.com). But future desktop printer releases looks to be a certainty as Lenovo is in partnership with Memjet. Lenovo is one of China's leading PC and printer manufacturers and currently has 18.3% market share of the laser printer market in China. Click here to read the full article about Lenovo and Memjet.
I hope this information is helpful to you.
Shane
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Technical Bulletin 17-01-11
The Magicians Latest Trick
I'm all for magic, who isn't? But not the kind of magic that all of a sudden stops your printer from working. That's right the OEM manufacturers have conjured up a new way to stop your customers from printing if they use aftermarket cartridges. Genuine chips will work fine and dandy. Its magic!!!
Recently Samsung and Lexmark have released firmware upgrades that will make some aftermarket chips not usable. Because this is a firmware upgrade (software inside the printer) it can't really be removed by the user. Driver updates and firmware updates are a normal part of a printer manufacturer’s toolbox and are expected to fix problems - not to create them!
The aftermarket chip manufacturers are working on this problem and I have no doubt there will be chips in the future that will be compatible with any firmware updates thrown at them. It makes you wonder if this is a case of the aftermarket chip manufacturers needing to make their chips more capable of addressing these issues. Is it conceivable the OEM manufacturers are deliberately targeting the aftermarket chips??? I will let you decide on this one!
There is nothing more annoying than a printer that suddenly stops working especially when replacement cartridges are difficult to get and dollars are a little tight. What about extreme situations such as the recent flooding across Queensland? What if an installed base of goverment printers all ceased working because they installed aftermarket cartridges? The possibilities for aggravation are endless!
How is updated firmware installed?
First off when you install the printer driver for the first time one of the steps will display a prompt or small tick box asking you if you want automatic upgrades. This by default is set to ON and we recommend you change this to OFF. You may need to look for it as in most cases it’s not prominently displayed.
With the automatic updates selection ON, the firmware update can happen at any time. Information from the aftermarket chip manufacturers indicates that a firmware update may happen as a result of many triggers such as, number of pages printed, and number of starts etc. With a variable type of trigger such as number of pages printed, a trigger like this means one customer may have an update now whilst another (low volume) customer would have it later when they reach the pre determined trigger point.
More common triggers are a time trigger where a firmware update is issued at a specific date and all internet connected automatic updated printers will be affected. This can be potentially devastating as all your customers that have installed aftermarket/compatible cartridges of this model could fail within a few days.
It's important to remember an internet connection is required for automatic upgrades to occur. With a larger installed internet base today the potential problem is greater than even a few years ago.
Okay so we have turned the automatic updates to OFF, how else can the firmware be updated?
1) Installing a new printer driver will most likely install a new firmware version as well.
2) Installing a newer operating system like windows 7 can automatically install a later driver. Many printer drivers are included in operating systems these days and upon installation the printer will be detected and the driver and firmware will be installed from the disk automatically.
We would recommend that you educate your customers to get into the habit of following the following procedures.
1. Turn off automatic updates.
2. Do not install newer printer drivers unless absolutely necessary.
We are currently only aware of two OEM printer manufacturers and a handful of printers causing problems but with firmware updates you really never know who’s up to what!. A simple hand out or email to your customer database would be a win win for you and your customers.
You will be pleased to know that not everybody is taking this lying down. The office of fair trading in the UK is looking into this issue. I wonder if our lot will also do something to protect the consumer’s rights.
I hope this information has been helpful to you.
Shane
Disruption to Freight
Disruption to Freight
We ask that our customers understand that the flooding has had a wide spread effect on all services in Brisbane . Ausjet is up and running as usual with all orders been dispatched from our warehouse but we do expect delays with the delivery of many orders.
Australia Post Parcels including eparcel and our FREE DELIVERY parcels are been held at the underwood mail centre. Our other couriers Australian Air Express, Couriers Please and Fastways have all disruptions to their services.
We thank you for your patience and your understanding.
Ausjet Flood and Fire Relief
Flood and Fire Relief:
Our hearts and prayers go out to all those that have been severely affected by the current floods and fires.
For all those severely affected in various parts of the country we have decided to assist where possible by offering the following:
Stock damaged by the recent floods and fires: If you are uninsured we will try to replace your damaged stock free of charge.
We will also offer assistance by extending terms on existing debt in order to alleviate fiscal stress.
Please contact Dermot or Sue for any enquiries.
Should you require additional assistance please dont hesitate to contact us.
We are open as per normal for trading but obviously the timely delivery of your orders is out of our hands.
Dermot Murtagh
Christmas Opening Days
Christmas Holidays Closing Times
| December 24th Friday | CLOSED |
| December 27th Monday | CLOSED PUBLIC HOLIDAY |
| December 28th Tuesday | CLOSED PUBLIC HOLIDAY |
| December 29th Wednesday | *OPEN 11AM - 5PM (QLD TIME) |
| December 30th Thursday | *OPEN 11AM - 5PM (QLD TIME) |
| December 31st Friday | *OPEN 11AM - 5PM (QLD TIME) |
| January 3rd Monday | CLOSED PUBLIC HOLIDAY |
We are Moving!
This Friday the 26th of November we will be closed as we are relocating to our new premises.
Our New Address:
Ausjet Inkjet and Laser Supplies
Unit 1, 45 Neumann Rd
Capalaba Qld Australia 4157
Since Ausjet is moving just around the corner all other details such as Phone numbers etc will remain the same.
We will re-open for business on Monday 29th November.
Koala Flyer for Download
New Koala Flyer
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Two of Ausjet mottos are 'Putting customers first' and 'Saving you time'. With this in mind we are pleased to offer you the following artwork to assist you with the marketing of koala papers to your customers.
Click here to download flyer designed for print
Best to print on Koala paper range to showcase the quality of the paper
Click here to download flyer designed for websites/emails etc
New Release : Procolor LC-39 Cartridges
First to Market!
High Quality Procolor Compatible Cartridge!
OEM CODES : LC-39Bk,LC-39C,LC-39M,LC-39Y
Procolor Codes : PB-39Bk,PB-39C, PB-39M,PB-39Y
For use with the following Brother MFC :
J125
J315W
J515W
J265W
J410
J415W
J220
For pricing and further information click here
Technical Bulletin - 9th November 2010
Who's using Inkjets?
Ealier this year Recharger magazine in association with Lyra research conducted the following study and what they found was quite interesting and substancially different to what was expected. We have included here a small amount of data and the complete study can be found online at the recharger magazine website.
This study vindicates HP's huge investment in office type heavy duty inkjet printers.
General Business Sales
Overall 71% of all inkjet cartridges purchased are new OEMS
21% use aftermarket/compatible cartridges
8% use refilled ink cartridges
Percentage Businesses using Inkjet Printers
SOHO 91%
Small 75%
Medium 76%
Large 89%
This dispels the common opinion that inkjet printers are only used in small businesses. 89% of large business have inkjet printers in use.
Comparison SOHO vs Large
SOHO (Small office home office) businesses use 7% refilled inkjet cartridges.
While large businesses (over 500 employees) use 12% refilled inkjet cartridges.
You can see that larger businesses are more likely to use refilled inkjet cartridges and are nearly at the same percentage as SOHO for installed inkjet printers. So maybe its time for a rethink, the facts are clear large businesses who have the most installed printers per business seem more receptive to inkjet refilling.
What a suprise! What a great opportunity to substancially expand your business and bottom line.
Chip expiry date on Ausjet HP02 Refillable/Resettable Inkjet Cartridges
We have been informed that a number of chips that were produced in 2007/2008 have recently expired in September 2010. We contacted the chip manufacturer and they explained that these chips have a life span of +/- 2 to 3 years after the production date. If you have any returned cartridges that have expired, we recommend that you explain to the customer that the cartridge has reached the end of its useful life. Recommend a new HP02 refillable/resettable cartridge and they will be happy for another 2-3 years. Recently purchased cartridges will only expire in two to three years.
Latest news on Chip Resetters and New Chips
HP 564/920/940 - We don't really expect a chip resetter for these OEM HP cartridges to be developed. But we have heard that a number of chip manufacturers are developing new compatible chips. From information we have gathered we expect production in early 2011. We have reman HP564 and HP920 cartridges in stock.
Canon Pgi-525/Cli-526 - We are aware of a number of companies working on the resetters and chips for these models. None of these companies could give us an expected release date. As before its again a case of breaking the encryption code and I wouldn't be surprised if new aftermarket chips were developed before a resetter becomes available.
Lexmark 100 - New chips have been developed but at this stage only available for compatibles. We have XL compatibles now in stock. Currently there is no replacement chip available for the OEM cartridge.
Dell Series 21 - New Chips will soon be released for compatible Dell Series 21 cartridges. These chips essentially use the same wireless technology as the lexmark 100 chips. It is unknown at this stage if the compatible chips will fit the OEM Dell Series 21/22/23/24 cartridges.
Epson - Epson has released a wide range of inkjet cartridges using new 7 pin chip technology. That's right, Epson has gone back to a 7 pin chip. However, this time the chips have a higher level of encryption. Development work on the chips has started with a release planned for the 1st quarter 2011. You are probably thinking that this means you can pull out your old 7 pin resetter - sorry that would just be too easy wouldn't it!
Brother - I just chucked this one in to see if you were paying any attention, cross fingers touch wood at this stage Brother has not released any inkjet cartrdges featuring a chip.
I hope this information is helpful to you.
Shane
New Koala Papers - Better Pricing
Koala Inkjet Papers are fast making a name for themselves as a high quality paper at a very good price. We are pleased to announce new reduced pricing and an additional 18 new items to the range.
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Special
T-Shirt transfers for dark and light coloured shirts or clothing, CD Labels and Dye Sublimation Papers
100gm Dye Sublimation transfer paper (100 Sheets) * Requires dye sublimation machinery *
135gm Glossy CD Labels (100 CD Labels)
180gm T-Shirt Transfer paper for light colours (20 Sheets)
200gm T-Shirt Transfer paper for dark colours (20 Sheets)
Multifunction
Wow... an amazing Glossy photo paper that works great with inkjet printers or colour/monochrome laser printers.
200gm A4 Glossy photo paper for inkjet and Laser (20 Sheets)
230gm A4 Glossy photo paper for inkjet and Laser (20 Sheets)
250gm A4 Glossy photo paper for inkjet and Laser (20 Sheets)
Textured and Card
Great for scrapbooking and artistic prints
250gm Pearl Shine Gold Cloth Textured Paper (50 Sheets)
250gm Pearl Shine Silver Cloth Textured Paper (50 Sheets)
250gm Matte Card Pearl Embossed Paper (50 Sheets)
250gm Matte Card Belgium Embossed Paper (50 Sheets)
250gm Matte Card Wood Embossed Paper (50 Sheets)
270gm Matt Coated Card Paper (50 Sheets)
Photo
Now 260gm Doublesided and Satin photo papers available!
260gm A4 Doublesided High Gloss / Matte Photo (20 Sheets)
260gm A4 Doublesided High Gloss Photo (20 Sheets)
260gm A4 Resin Coated Satin Paper (20 Sheets)
260gm (4x6) Resin Coated Glossy Paper (20 Sheets)
260gm (4x6) Resin Coated
Click here to see the complete range of Koala Papers
About Koala Photo Papers
Not all inkjet papers give the same results. Koala papers are manufactured in an ISO4001 and ISO9001 factory and provide papers for some of the largest distributors in the world. They have been developing inkjet papers for 15 years and have the very latest in state of the art multi-coating equipment. The factory has also attained 100% green certification.
Some of the advanced properties you will find in Koala Papers are:
- Bright White Base Coating
- Unique Advanced Inkjet Coating
- Up to 7 Layers of Coating Per Sheet
- Quick Dry
- Water Resistant
- Acid Free
- Paper Feed Friendly
- Double Sided Coating Technology (ie. Double Sided Photo Papers)
- Designed to work with all brands of inkjet printers.
- The Resin Coated photo papers are universal for Pigment and Dye printers. (Traditionally its quite difficult to get a true photo paper that works well using both dye and pigment inks)
The Koala range covers Matte papers(high resolution), Photo Papers single and double sided (in Matte, Hi Gloss, Semi-Gloss, Satin and Soft Silky), Sticker Papers, T-Shirt transfers, CD Labels, Sublimation, textured artistic papers and Magnet Papers available in A4 and 4x6 size. There is a wide range of gsm(thickness) and different coatings to suit all tastes.
New Sensient Inkjet Inks
Good lightfast properties
Accurate colour match to OEM
Natural skin tones
Consistent high quality print performance
Ink Comparison
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| (Scanned image 300dpi) HP Photosmart D5460 Ink : OEM HP Paper Mode : Photo/Glossy Quality Mode : Best Paper : HP Advanced Photo Paper |
(Scanned image 300dpi) HP Photosmart D5460 Ink : Sensient HP564 Inkset Paper Mode : Photo/Glossy Quality Mode : Best Paper : HP Advanced Photo Paper |
Dedicated Inks for HP940 Cartridges NEW
H5WL5 Pigment Black NEW
H940C Pigment Cyan NEW
H940M Pigment Magenta NEW
H940Y Pigment Yellow NEW
Dedicated Inks for HP564/HP920 Series NEW
H4WL4 Pigment Black (H564/920 Black)
H564C Dye Cyan NEW
H564M Dye Magenta NEW
H564Y Dye Yellow NEW
H564PB Dye Black NEW
Dedicated Inks for Canon Pgi-520/ Cli-521 Cartridges NEW
C4102 Pigment Black (Pgi-520)
C1062 Dye Black NEW
C1063 Dye Cyan NEW
C1064 Dye Magenta NEW
C1065 Dye Yellow NEW
Why Sensient?
If you are quality focused and want to use OEM grade inks with refill friendly properties then Sensient is for you. If you are new to Sensient inks, call now for further information and limited samples!
