How to remove ink from a cartridge?

Anyone know how to remove the ball bearing from an ink cartridge,so i can refill it?

• I can't seem to get it out,any idea how i get it out,it probably can be pushed through,but then i won't be able to get it out

• Answer:

  push the ball bearing into the cartridge using an old ballpoint pen The inserted ball bearing will not damage the cartridge. Then follow this steps on refilling your ink cartridge. Each cartridge is different One of the reasons that the printer companies chose this method of marketing (cheap printer-expensive inks) was that they could manipulate their inks and printer cartridges so that each could only be used in certain printers. This basically means that the ink cartridge is the same as others but different. Refilling cartridges, then, means knowing where the differences are. Two main differences There really are two distinct differences in refilling cartridges. The first lies in the reservoir. If you are planning to be refilling hp ink cartridge you are more likely to find an ink cartridge reservoir that holds the ink. If you are refilling Lexmark ink cartridge you will likely find a sponge system. Both work ok but it is something to consider as you get ready to begin ink cartridge refilling. Black and color Here is another area where there are a few differences to watch out for. When refilling cartridges for a Lexmark ink cartridge the steps differ for black ink cartridges and color ink cartridges. For black cartridges there is a whole on top in which to insert a needle with the black ink in it. All that is needed is a hole about 1/16 of an inch on the lower level of the cartridge. With the three color cartridges, however, ink cartridge refilling is a bit more detailed. First you have to get the caps off the cartridges. This is best left to a good pair of pliers and a vice grip. Once this is done you must determine which color is in each cartridge. Stick a needle in each and make a note. In these instances, refill kits will have everything you will need. Refilling Cartridges In this step slowly is a good word of caution. You will only need 5cc of ink and it should be put in slowly, not only because spillage is not good for you but the printer as well when you are done. There is a slight bit of mistake room when refilling hp ink cartridge but try not to use it. Slowly is particularly important when refilling Lexmark printer ink cartridge. With this cartridge there are sponges in use. Extra air inside the cartridge does not help in getting the ink out of it so go slow. Most indicate that 5cc of ink in about one minute is the right pace. Keep clean The big thing to remember is that clean is good. Any leakage will screw up your print jobs and possibly the printer so go slow and be clean.