Genuine Canon MC-G04 Maintenance Cartridge for G3630 G3670 G3675 G4670 [MCG04]

The Genuine Canon MC-G04 Maintenance Cartridge is an Original Canon replacement maintenance component designed for selected Canon PIXMA inkjet printers. It collects excess ink generated during print head cleaning, borderless printing and other routine printer maintenance operations, helping keep the printer's internal ink-management system operating correctly.

Designed as a user-replaceable maintenance cartridge, the MC-G04 can be replaced when the compatible Canon printer displays a maintenance cartridge warning or indicates that the cartridge is full. Using the correct Genuine Canon replacement helps ensure proper fit, reliable recognition and dependable operation.

What Does the Canon MC-G04 Maintenance Cartridge Do?

During normal inkjet printer operation, a small amount of ink is used for maintenance processes such as print head cleaning and other automatic servicing routines. This excess ink needs to be safely collected inside the printer.

The Canon MC-G04 Maintenance Cartridge contains absorbent material designed to collect this waste ink. Over time the cartridge reaches its capacity and the printer will indicate when replacement is required.

Key Features

• ✔ Genuine Canon Maintenance Cartridge
• ✔ Model: MC-G04
• ✔ Original Canon Replacement Component
• ✔ Collects Waste Ink from Printer Maintenance
• ✔ Supports Print Head Cleaning Operations
• ✔ Helps Prevent Internal Waste Ink Accumulation
• ✔ Designed for Easy Replacement
• ✔ Reliable OEM Recognition
• ✔ No Refilling Required
• ✔ Suitable for Selected Canon PIXMA Inkjet Printers

Replace When Your Printer Prompts You

The maintenance cartridge gradually fills as the printer performs cleaning and maintenance operations. When its remaining capacity becomes low, a compatible Canon printer may display a warning advising that the maintenance cartridge will soon need replacement.

Once the cartridge reaches its replacement limit, printing may be restricted until a new maintenance cartridge is installed. Keeping a spare MC-G04 available can therefore help minimise unnecessary printer downtime.

Genuine Canon Quality & Compatibility

The MC-G04 is manufactured by Canon for use with specifically supported Canon inkjet printers. Genuine Canon maintenance cartridges are designed to fit correctly within the printer and work with its internal maintenance monitoring system.

Using the correct maintenance cartridge is particularly important because similar-looking Canon maintenance cartridges are not necessarily interchangeable between printer models.

Simple User Replacement

The MC-G04 is designed as a replaceable consumable rather than a permanent internal waste ink component. When replacement is required, the existing maintenance cartridge can be removed and a new MC-G04 installed according to the instructions for your printer model.

Take care when removing a used maintenance cartridge, as it contains absorbed waste ink. Keep the cartridge level during removal and handling to help avoid ink leakage.

Product Specifications

Why Does an Inkjet Printer Need a Maintenance Cartridge?

Inkjet printers periodically clean and service their print heads to maintain print quality and reduce the likelihood of blocked nozzles. These processes use small amounts of ink that are not transferred onto the printed page.

The maintenance cartridge provides a dedicated location for collecting this excess ink. This allows compatible printers to manage routine maintenance without allowing waste ink to accumulate freely inside the machine.

Ideal For

• ✔ Owners of Compatible Canon PIXMA Printers
• ✔ Replacing a Full Maintenance Cartridge
• ✔ Replacing a Maintenance Cartridge Near Capacity
• ✔ Keeping a Spare Cartridge to Reduce Downtime
• ✔ Home & Home-Office Printing
• ✔ Small Business Printing
• ✔ Users Requiring Genuine Canon Consumables

Installation Tips

• ✔ Confirm your printer requires the MC-G04 before ordering
• ✔ Follow the replacement instructions displayed by the printer or Canon manual
• ✔ Avoid touching the cartridge contacts or openings unnecessarily
• ✔ Keep the used cartridge level when removing it
• ✔ Place the used cartridge into a suitable bag before disposal
• ✔ Do not attempt to empty and reuse a full maintenance cartridge

Why Choose Genuine Canon MC-G04?

The Genuine Canon MC-G04 is specifically designed for supported Canon printers, providing the correct physical fit and compatibility with the printer's maintenance system.

For users who want a straightforward replacement when their printer reports that the maintenance cartridge is approaching or has reached capacity, the Genuine Canon MC-G04 provides the OEM replacement intended for the machine.

What's in the Pack?

• ✔ 1 × Genuine Canon MC-G04 Maintenance Cartridge

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the Canon MC-G04?

The Canon MC-G04 is a maintenance cartridge used by compatible Canon inkjet printers to collect excess ink produced during print head cleaning and other printer maintenance operations.

Is this a Genuine Canon maintenance cartridge?

Yes. This listing is for a Genuine Original Canon MC-G04 Maintenance Cartridge, not a compatible or third-party replacement.

Is the MC-G04 an ink cartridge?

No. The MC-G04 does not supply ink for printing. It is a waste ink maintenance cartridge that collects excess ink generated by the printer during maintenance operations.

When should I replace the MC-G04?

Replace the MC-G04 when your compatible Canon printer displays a warning or message indicating that the maintenance cartridge is approaching capacity or needs to be replaced.

Can I continue printing when the maintenance cartridge is full?

Once the maintenance cartridge reaches its replacement limit, the printer may restrict printing until a new cartridge is installed. Replacing it with the correct MC-G04 allows normal operation to resume.

Can I empty and reuse the Canon MC-G04?

The MC-G04 is designed as a replaceable consumable. Canon's intended maintenance procedure is to replace a full cartridge with a new one rather than emptying and reusing it.

Can I replace the MC-G04 myself?

Yes. On supported printers the MC-G04 is designed to be user replaceable. Follow the replacement procedure specified for your exact Canon printer model.

Does the maintenance cartridge need to be replaced at the same time as the ink?

No. The maintenance cartridge and printing ink have separate capacities. Replace the MC-G04 when the printer indicates that maintenance cartridge replacement is required.

Are all Canon maintenance cartridges interchangeable?

No. Canon produces different maintenance cartridges for different printer families. Always confirm that your exact printer model specifies MC-G04 before ordering.

Should I keep a spare MC-G04?

If the printer is important to your home or business workflow, keeping a spare can be useful because a printer may eventually stop normal printing once its installed maintenance cartridge reaches capacity.

Canon MC-G04 Maintenance Cartridge for G3630 G3670 G3675 G4670

Canon MC-G04 Maintenance Cartridge suitable for Canon Pixma G3670 and G4670 series MegaTank printers.Canon Code: MC-G04Easy to replace - Replace when printer's software indicates ~80% full cartridge .

Description

Canon MC-G04 Maintenance Cartridge (Waste Ink Pad)

suitable for Canon Pixma G3670 and G4670 series MegaTank printers.

Canon Code: MC-G04

Easy to replace - Replace when printer's software indicates ~80% full cartridge .

The Canon MC-G04 Maintenance Cartridge is a necessary component of selected Maxify MegaTank printers. It serves as the receptacle for waste ink during cleaning and normal startup subroutines, and is required for operation. Periodic exchange of the MC-G04 assures the highest quality printing results with your MegaTank printer. Your printer's software will indicate the status of your MC-G04, and for best results it should be exchanged at ~80% capacity.

Technical Specifications