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title: "Canon CLI-42 Genuine Gray Ink Tank, Compatible with PIXMA PRO-100 Printers"
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# Up to 200-year archival life Genuine Canon Gray Ink PIXMA PRO-100 compatible Canon CLI-42 Genuine Gray Ink Tank, Compatible with PIXMA PRO-100 Printers

**Brand:** canon
**Price:** VT8048
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖤 Elevate your prints with Canon’s pro-grade gray ink—because your art deserves the best.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Canon CLI-42 Genuine Gray Ink Tank, Compatible with PIXMA PRO-100 Printers by canon
- **How much does it cost?** VT8048 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/3923292-canon-cli-42-genuine-gray-ink-tank-compatible-with-pixma)

## Best For

- canon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted canon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Gray Tones:** Unlock professional-grade grayscale depth for stunning photo prints.
- • **Genuine Canon Assurance:** Trust the Canon logo for unmatched print quality and consistent performance.
- • **ChromaLife100+ Longevity:** Preserve your memories with fade-resistant ink lasting up to 200 years in albums.
- • **Optimized for PIXMA PRO-100:** Seamless compatibility ensures vibrant, true-to-life prints every time.
- • **Single Cartridge Replacement:** Replace only the empty gray ink tank—no waste, no hassle.

## Overview

The Canon CLI-42 Genuine Gray Ink Tank is a specially formulated ink designed exclusively for PIXMA PRO-100 printers. Featuring ChromaLife100+ technology, it delivers professional-quality photo prints with superior grayscale depth and archival longevity of up to 200 years when used with Canon photo papers. This genuine Canon ink guarantees consistent, fade-resistant results and allows for single cartridge replacement, optimizing cost and reducing waste.

## Description

ChromaLife 100+ Individual Ink Tank

Review: ink for Pixma PRO 100 printers - I am very pleased with the quality of prints from my Canon Pixma Pro 100 printer. Anyone I sell a print or a set of note cards is also very pleased with the depth and range of the colors. Yes,my printer requires eight cartridges, but when one color runs out, at least you are replacing only that one, not having to toss a multi-cartridge unit as in some other printers. My printer starts giving "cartridge running low" warnings fairly early on; however, with attention, one can continue printing for a while. Obviously, if one were to start a 13 x 19 inch full sheet, that's not the time to try "running on fumes". These inks are rated for a very long life. Light is an enemy of any color dye, as are heat and also acids and compounds in various papers and plastics. When used with special Canon papers, the manufacturer claims up to a 200 year life in an ALBUM (archival quality, of course). I often smirked thinking of a "200 year life", but then I recently visited an elderly friend who has dozens of thick albums of photos of her family, friends and their many travels over the past 70 years. Her color photos from the fifties and sixties are very badly faded, some almost beyond recognition, much less in a state where some serious work in Adobe Photoshop could help. (I tried that on a few for her with less than ideal results.) But if you have a printer that can use these special inks, you probably know all this already. No one "gives away" ink, but the ink price was almost a deterrent to me in purchasing this printer. I have found the cartridges do last a reasonable time, and even on Costco's cheapest glossy photo paper, this printer and its inks create splendid prints that don't fade if left out in a normal room for a couple of years. (Normal meaning no direct sunlight beating on them.) My images print especially nicely on Canson Photogloss Premium papers, and on Staples' house brand matte greeting card stock. On my prints, the range of tones and light/shadows is so much deeper and richer than my previous, simpler Canon printer. I print mainly in color, although this printer works very well with b/w photos. In color printing, you will find the greys are used at a greater rate than the other colors, this is because of how the printer mixes the colors, and probably is what allows the fine graduation of tones. If you look around, you can find a slightly lower price, and if you are a member of a store's "happiness club" (frequent buyer, rewards, or whatever), there can be rebates on ink purchases. Buying with a credit card that gives points or frequent flier miles an also reduce the net cost. I have a separate b/w laser printer for documents. Enjoy your photography and sharing your images and memories!
Review: Enjoy - Why did you pick this product vs others?: I stick to the Cannon brand and my pro 100 purs like a kitten. Color quality: Color is very consistant ant the quality of the print is outstanding. Color photos on Cannon photo paper Jumps out. Excellent.

## Features

- Compatible with PIXMA PRO-100 Printers.
- The specially formulated ChromaLife100+ CLI-42 Gray Ink produces professional quality photo prints and superior longevity, perfect for displaying your printed works of art.
- The combination of Genuine Canon inks and paper provides superior performance and the Canon level quality you expect in your final print.
- Don’t be fooled by imposters - look for the Canon logo on all ink packaging to ensure you’re buying Genuine Canon Ink for outstanding quality and performance you can rely on.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0098HW2LQ |
| Best Sellers Rank | #28,634 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #1,234 in Inkjet Printer Ink Cartridges |
| Brand | Canon |
| Color | Gray |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (307) |
| Date First Available | September 17, 2012 |
| Ink Color | Gray |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.28 ounces |
| Item model number | CLI-42 GY |
| Manufacturer | Canon Ink |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 6384B007 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 3.6 x 0.9 x 4.5 inches |
| Sheet Size | Letter |
| Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Canon
- **Color:** Gray
- **Compatibility Options:** Genuine
- **Compatible Devices:** Refurbished - PIXMA PRO-100 Printer, PIXMA PRO-100, Refurbished - PIXMA PRO-100 Printer
- **Compatible Printer Models:** Canon PIXMA Pro-100, Canon PIXMA Pro-100S
- **Ink Base:** Water
- **Ink Color:** Gray
- **Model Name:** 6390B002
- **Page Yield:** 300
- **Special Feature:** Ink Tank

## Images

![Canon CLI-42 Genuine Gray Ink Tank, Compatible with PIXMA PRO-100 Printers - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61lcU78Iw4L.jpg)
![Canon CLI-42 Genuine Gray Ink Tank, Compatible with PIXMA PRO-100 Printers - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/712XFAwcbJL.jpg)
![Canon CLI-42 Genuine Gray Ink Tank, Compatible with PIXMA PRO-100 Printers - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71IBODiIEhL.jpg)
![Canon CLI-42 Genuine Gray Ink Tank, Compatible with PIXMA PRO-100 Printers - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71mdsAXPXdL.jpg)
![Canon CLI-42 Genuine Gray Ink Tank, Compatible with PIXMA PRO-100 Printers - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71vtgIXajoL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ink for Pixma PRO 100 printers
*by C***N on June 18, 2014*

I am very pleased with the quality of prints from my Canon Pixma Pro 100 printer. Anyone I sell a print or a set of note cards is also very pleased with the depth and range of the colors. Yes,my printer requires eight cartridges, but when one color runs out, at least you are replacing only that one, not having to toss a multi-cartridge unit as in some other printers. My printer starts giving "cartridge running low" warnings fairly early on; however, with attention, one can continue printing for a while. Obviously, if one were to start a 13 x 19 inch full sheet, that's not the time to try "running on fumes". These inks are rated for a very long life. Light is an enemy of any color dye, as are heat and also acids and compounds in various papers and plastics. When used with special Canon papers, the manufacturer claims up to a 200 year life in an ALBUM (archival quality, of course). I often smirked thinking of a "200 year life", but then I recently visited an elderly friend who has dozens of thick albums of photos of her family, friends and their many travels over the past 70 years. Her color photos from the fifties and sixties are very badly faded, some almost beyond recognition, much less in a state where some serious work in Adobe Photoshop could help. (I tried that on a few for her with less than ideal results.) But if you have a printer that can use these special inks, you probably know all this already. No one "gives away" ink, but the ink price was almost a deterrent to me in purchasing this printer. I have found the cartridges do last a reasonable time, and even on Costco's cheapest glossy photo paper, this printer and its inks create splendid prints that don't fade if left out in a normal room for a couple of years. (Normal meaning no direct sunlight beating on them.) My images print especially nicely on Canson Photogloss Premium papers, and on Staples' house brand matte greeting card stock. On my prints, the range of tones and light/shadows is so much deeper and richer than my previous, simpler Canon printer. I print mainly in color, although this printer works very well with b/w photos. In color printing, you will find the greys are used at a greater rate than the other colors, this is because of how the printer mixes the colors, and probably is what allows the fine graduation of tones. If you look around, you can find a slightly lower price, and if you are a member of a store's "happiness club" (frequent buyer, rewards, or whatever), there can be rebates on ink purchases. Buying with a credit card that gives points or frequent flier miles an also reduce the net cost. I have a separate b/w laser printer for documents. Enjoy your photography and sharing your images and memories!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enjoy
*by F***N on June 22, 2025*

Why did you pick this product vs others?: I stick to the Cannon brand and my pro 100 purs like a kitten. Color quality: Color is very consistant ant the quality of the print is outstanding. Color photos on Cannon photo paper Jumps out. Excellent.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Canon ink, only one to use
*by E***C on June 1, 2023*

This is one of the most expensive liquids to buy but makes great prints, don't fade and your printer won't be messed up. Stay away from clone cartridges for canon printers, they'll ruin your print head and pictures will fade. Very expensive but worth it if you value the quality of your prints and health of your printer.

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