Canon GI-490 Black Ink Bottle

Every black ink page you print is an investment in clarity, professionalism, and lasting impact. The Canon GI-490 Black Ink Bottle delivers 6,000 of those pages from a single 135-millilitre bottle — an extraordinary volume that makes the economics of printing virtually unrecognizable compared to cartridge-based systems. This high-yield pigment-based ink is engineered specifically for Canon’s PIXMA G-series MegaTank printers, producing deep, rich blacks with razor-sharp text that remains legible and crisp across thousands of pages. When you invest in a Canon PIXMA G-series printer with refillable ink tanks, the GI-490 is the fuel that makes that investment worthwhile — turning ink costs from a budget drain into a business advantage.

Why the Canon GI-490 Is The Ink Bottle That Transforms Printing Economics

Traditional ink cartridges extract a hidden tax: tiny cartridges with astronomical cost-per-page figures. A cartridge with barely enough ink for 300 pages costs nearly as much as the GI-490, which delivers 6,000 pages. This is not a minor difference — it is a fundamental restructuring of printing costs. A single GI-490 Black Ink Bottle costs a fraction of what you would spend on twenty traditional cartridges to print the same volume. For home offices, small businesses, educators, and anyone printing more than occasional documents, the GI-490 represents the economic crossroads: continue buying cartridges, or adopt genuine cost-efficient printing.

The yield figures are based on ISO/IEC 24711 international standards — rigorous testing that measures yield at 5% page coverage, the industry standard for document printing. This means the numbers are reliable, comparable, and achievable in real-world use.

Pigment-Based Ink For Permanent, Professional Results

The GI-490 uses pigment-based black ink, not the dye-based alternatives found in cheaper cartridges. Pigment ink produces sharper text, higher contrast, and superior durability — your printed pages remain legible and professional-looking years after printing. This matters for documents you need to archive, contracts you need to sign, invoices you need to keep, and any document where legibility and permanence matter. The pigment formula also means less ink is required per page, directly contributing to the extraordinary 6,000-page yield.

Spill-Resistant Design — Easy, Mess-Free Refilling

Refilling a printer’s ink tank should be simple and clean. The GI-490 features a smart, spill-resistant nozzle design that fits directly into the tank opening, minimizing the risk of spills or leaks. The bottle’s ergonomic shape and controlled pour design mean even infrequent users can refill confidently. No fiddling with protective caps, no extracting cartridges from difficult-to-access bays, no wasted ink dripping onto your hands or desk. The refilling process is straightforward enough that any user can manage it independently.

Environmental Responsibility Without Compromise

Each cartridge-based printer generates disposable plastic waste — empty cartridges destined for landfill or recycling. The GI-490 uses refillable ink bottles, dramatically reducing the environmental footprint of high-volume printing. You purchase ink when you need it, not packaging and cartridge housing that will be thrown away. For environmentally conscious offices and users, the MegaTank system with GI-490 refills represents genuinely sustainable printing — lower cost, lower waste, better outcome.

Universal Compatibility Across G-Series Range

The GI-490 is designed for the entire PIXMA G-series family, making it the standard black ink refill across a broad range of printers. Whether you use a G1400, G2400, G3400, or G4400 — entry-level, mid-range, or premium G-series models — the GI-490 delivers the same high-yield, cost-efficient printing. This compatibility means stocking a single ink bottle covers multiple printers in your office or workspace.

Perfect For

The Canon GI-490 Black Ink Bottle is essential for anyone operating a Canon PIXMA G-series MegaTank printer:

• Home office workers: replace expensive cartridges with a single bottle yielding 6,000 pages
• Small businesses and startups: manage printing costs without sacrificing quality or volume
• Educational institutions: affordable printing for students, educators, and administrative needs
• Non-profits and charities: stretch limited budgets by adopting cost-efficient printing technology
• Content creators and designers: print proofs and marketing materials without ink cost anxiety
• Service-based businesses: produce invoices, proposals, and documents affordably
• Administrators and office managers: reduce consumable expenses in high-volume printing environments
• Legal and professional offices: produce client documents with professional quality and permanence
• Anyone printing more than occasional documents: the GI-490 pays for itself almost immediately

Standout Features at a Glance

• Genuine Canon GI-490 Black Ink Bottle
• High-yield 135ml capacity
• 6,000 A4 page yield (based on ISO/IEC 24711 standards)
• Pigment-based black ink for sharp text and permanent results
• Deep blacks and crisp, professional output
• Compatible with PIXMA G1400, G1410, G1411, G2400, G2410, G2411, G3400, G3410, G3411, G4400, G4410, G4411
• Works with Canon’s MegaTank refillable ink system
• Spill-resistant nozzle design for mess-free refilling
• Direct pour into ink tank — no cartridge extraction required
• Cost per page dramatically lower than cartridge-based printing
• Environmental friendly — reduces disposable cartridge waste
• Consistent quality across thousands of pages
• Smart bottle design fits only in correct orientation
• Engineered specifically for Canon PIXMA G-series printers
• Part number: 0663C001

The Ink That Makes MegaTank Economics Work

The Canon GI-490 Black Ink Bottle is more than just a refill — it is the physical realisation of what printer cost-efficiency should look like. When you calculate the cost per page, the yield per bottle, and the elimination of cartridge packaging waste, the GI-490 represents a complete restructuring of printing economics in your favour. Six thousand pages from one bottle means months between refills. The low per-page cost means printing becomes genuinely affordable, even for high-volume needs.

Recommended Action: If you own a Canon PIXMA G-series MegaTank printer, stock your supply cabinet with Canon GI-490 Black Ink Bottles today and experience the difference that genuine cost-efficient printing makes to your budget and your workflow.

Stop overpaying for cartridges, stop replacing empty cartridges constantly, stop accepting the hidden tax of traditional printing — choose the Canon GI-490 and let genuine economics transform your relationship with printing.