Digital BW, The Print

\ufeffI can share my experiences with CIS and refilling virgin empty carts 
for those who are trying to decide which way to go.  I have both quad 
and hex CIS units, one from nomorecarts and one from MIS.  They both 
worked fine.  The vacuum gadget from nomorecarts is slick and
eliminates the air bubble problem. I used it on the MIS system. I 
found both systems needed a little imaginative modifications for the 
attachment points.  They get out of alignment or pull loose. The hex 
system is particularly worrisome because once full of ink it weighs a 
lot and must take its toll on the print heads sloshing back and 
forth.  I suspended the tubing from the ceiling at mid-point with a 
string and rubber band lanyard. 

Both CIS units worked without fail until I began switching ink sets. 
Then all sorts of problems arose. I have concluded that swapping 
around ink sets introduces air pockets and may dislodge sluge or 
something.  Taking partially empty CIS units loose, storing them,  
and so forth may be inviting problems.  You are required to take the 
cart holder mechanism off the printer to use the CIS.  This may cause 
problems when you go back to using carts which should be securely
seated.  I used cardboard wedges but wasn't too confident in them.

If you expect to use several ink sets you may want to only use 
carts.  It isn't hard at all to fill carts if you follow the 
excellent MIS instructions. Fill two sets and keep one in a bag.  
That way any bubbles will have cleared up next time you change carts. 
You only need one syringe with quads and a pair of reusable latex 
gloves for sure. Get several sets of the exit hole rivets.  btw the
same rivets are available at the hardware store if you run out. Clear 
packaging tape also works. Fill a third cart with your favorite 
cleaner brew and use it between cart changes. Use the MIS purge files 
to get rolling again. 


AZ