Should I store ink cartridges standing up? Or doe sit not matter?

[OM2]

I need to store my ink cartidiges
I've got electric tape
How do I store?
Standing straight up - how they would be in the printer
Or upside down?

Thanks


Omar

 

[OM2]

i thought i'd get a ton of replies on this one!
anyone?

 

[jtoolman]

Are they refilled or new. I really don't think it matters if they are sealed and new but it they are refilled I suppose I would stand them up.

 

[OM2]

ok thanks
all are refilled
i'm sending my printhead to my supplier because of problems with one of their inks
he's going to unclog for me and send back - but that means i need to keep my cartridges stored and sealed

i was thinking, maybe upside down is a good idea?
no leaking of ink?
leaving the right way up is asking for trouble?

 

[stratman]

Have patience, OM2. People have lives outside the forum.

Store cartridges in the same position they would be in the printer - ink exit port downward. Cap the ink exit port. Place in plastic bag, zip lock being popular. Some like to seal other openings - air vent and/or Durchstich hole (if you refill via this method). Some will place a folded paper towel moistened with isopropyl alcohol inside the plastic baggie to help prevent fungal/bacterial growth. Store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

 

[OM2]

Store cartridges in the same position they would be in the printer - ink exit port downward. Cap the ink exit port. Place in plastic bag, zip lock being popular. Some like to seal other openings - air vent and/or Durchstich hole (if you refill via this method). Some will place a folded paper towel moistened with isopropyl alcohol inside the plastic baggie to help prevent fungal/bacterial growth. Store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

that's great advice - much appreciated

Have patience, OM2

yes
i think i was getting to excited