HP 56 Black Original Ink Cartridge (C6656AE)

The HP 56 Black Original Ink Cartridge (C6656AE) delivers sharp, professional-quality black printing with genuine HP pigment-based ink. Designed for HP DeskJet, OfficeJet, PSC, PhotoSmart, and Fax series, this cartridge ensures resistant, fade-free text and graphics. With integrated smart-level tracking and easy installation, it’s an ideal choice for home, education, and small office environments.

Product Features

Genuine pigment-based black ink

Provides crisp, durable prints that resist fading and smudging, maintaining quality throughout the page lifespan

Smart chip monitoring

Built-in smart chip enables precise ink-level sensing and ensures smooth printer recognition and performance.

Wide printer compatibility

Works seamlessly with a broad range of HP printers, including DeskJet, OfficeJet, PSC, PhotoSmart, and Fax models — ensuring versatility and convenience.

Simple drop-in installation

Effortless, tool-free cartridge swapping with a clean, reliable click-in mechanism — ready to print in seconds

Eco-friendly recycling

Participates in HP’s Planet Partners program, enabling responsible recycling of empty cartridges

Product Specifications

• Color: Black
• Ink type: Pigment-based
• Part number: C6656AE
• Ink volume: approximately 19 mL
• Page yield: ~450–520 pages at 5% coverage (ISO standard)
• Print technology: HP thermal inkjet
• OEM status: Genuine HP (not remanufactured)
• Compatible printers include:
  • HP DeskJet 450/5150/5550/5650/5850/9650/9680 series
  • HP OfficeJet 4110/4215/5505/5510/5605/5610/6110 series
  • HP PhotoSmart 7150/7260/7350/7450/7550/7660/7755/7760/7960 series
  • HP PSC and Fax models up to Fax 1240